Sometimes work doesn’t feel like work. That was the case when compiling this story, which involved poring over photos of hair-raising vintage runway looks in search of ones that screamed Barbie. I sifted through ’80s and ’90s collections from all my favorites, including Versace, Chanel, Givenchy, Saint Laurent, Nina Ricci, Hervé Léger, and Fendi and I think I struck gold with my findings. Margot Robbie, are you listening?
Then came the fun part: giving each one an officially unofficial Barbie name. For instance, for the ’50s-inspired Hervé Léger looks complete with poodle skirts and matching crop tops, I decided on “Sock Hop Barbie.” Scroll down to see 9 amazing vintage runway looks I think Margot Robbie should wear on her Barbie press tour.