Mattel, the maker of Barbie, has partnered with Christian Louboutin for a multifaceted program under which the shoe designer will serve as a yearlong godfather to Barbie, not just rethinking her fashion wardrobe and physical attributes, but also art directing her in different lifelike situations. Read the full story

Another collaboration for the 50th Anniversary of Barbie, This time its Colette with Jeremy Scott Barbie Collection and the “Barbie and Ken” exhibition by Karl Lagerfeld (March 9th-28th). For the occasion, a “Barbie room” will be installed on the first floor and Read the full story

The hype is undeniable, Barbie’s going to be celebrating her 50th year in true fashionista style, by having her own fashion show at New York Fashion Week on Saturday: Mattel is sponsoring Fashion Week this year for the anniversary with a show that includes 50 Barbie outfits by top designers, including Diane Von Furstenberg and Tommy Hilfiger as well as many other outstanding designers’ pieces…. Read the full story