BARBIE DOES VENICE BEACH
Los Angeles (June, 2022) – Barbie made a major splash on social media this week with fans around the world sharing viral photos of Hollywood A-listers Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling decked out in neon and roller blades as Barbie and Ken in Venice Beach, CA.
With plenty of ways to get glam and become your best self, L.A. invites you to live out your ultimate Barbie dreams in this iconic beachside neighborhood. Follow in Margot and Ryan’s footsteps and be a ‘Barbie girl in a Barbie world’, experiencing the best of L.A. fitness and beauty this summer ahead of Greta Gerwig’s star-studded iteration of Barbie, coming to cinemas in 2023.
Roller skate like Barbie and Ken
Located on the coast between Venice and Santa Monica, Perry’s Café and Beach Rentals’ offer roller skate rentals perfect for a cruise down the coast with spectacular views of the ocean. Venice is well known for its skating community, with roller dancers taking over parts of the boardwalk to gather and skate. Join locals and travelers at the Venice Beach Boardwalk and Venice Skatepark for a cruise along the beach (neon knee pads and leotards optional), and maybe even catch a performance from one of Venice’s popular roller skate groups. perryscafe.com/
Get a Barbie blow-out at The Salon
Venice Barbie and Ken aren’t complete without their signature polished, bleach blonde hairstyles. Visitors can get the Barbie look at The Salon Venice just a mile away from the ocean with expert stylists offering an expansive selection of services. Whether you’re looking for extensions and a new Barbie bleach-blonde hair color or a quick trim and styling for a night out with your gal pals, The Salon Venice offers personalized services reflective of the neighborhood’s California-cool energy and trends. thesalonvenice.com/
Shop ‘til you drop on Abbot Kinney
A mile-long stretch of shops, restaurants and galleries, Abbot Kinney’s eclectic businesses inhabit century-old bungalows and modern architectural buildings in the heart of Venice Beach. Celebrities, artists and locals alike come together in this popular community mainstay lined with international flagship stores and boho-chic boutiques featuring vintage discoveries, wellness experiences and creative street art. With options ranging from retro looks to the latest in fashion, will you style yourself as workout, beachside or air hostess Barbie? The options are endless – just like Barbie’s outfits! abbotkinneyblvd.com/
Get a Barbie pink manicure at Venice Soleil
Treat yourself to a manicure fit for Barbie herself at Venice Soleil, a premiere nail salon and spa offering high-quality services in a relaxed, beachy environment. Venice Soleil provides a complete range of nail services and treatments including curated packages using chem-free and hypo-allergenic products for the healthiest nail results. The only question is which shade of pink Barbie would choose. For even more pampering and relaxation, the salon also offers spa services such as facials, waxing, eyelash extensions, massages and even an infrared sauna experience. venicesol.com/
Find your Barbie 80s look at Bazar
With Barbie’s official birthday taking place in 1959, Bazar is an intriguing spot to channel some of Barbie’s early signature looks, furniture and accessories. Founded by Venice native Tina Wakino as one of the longest-standing shops on Abbot Kinney, Bazar is packed with antique furniture, unique textiles, hard-to-find brands and beautiful vintage pieces. Combining fresh taste with traditional items, Bazar is home to a constantly evolving stock of high-quality garments, and perhaps even some 80s-style neon worthy of Margot Robbie’s Barbie. yelp.com/biz/bazar-venice
Soak up the Sun with your pooch at Hotel June
No Barbie day is complete without some sunbathing on your ‘dream house’ rooftop. Just a few miles from the heart of Venice Beach, Hotel June West L.A. is a nod to the free-thinking spirit of California featuring inviting design, vibrant food and a lush pool deck. The breezy Caravan Swim Club is a poolside gathering place perfect for soaking up the sun with cabanas, fire pits and a menu of shareable snacks, seasonal salads, refreshing cocktails and more. In true Barbie fashion, Hotel June welcomes guests to bring their furry friends along to enjoy the sunny poolside paradise together. thehoteljune.com/west-los-angeles/
Jump on the wellness trend with sips, supplements and skincare at Moon Juice
Barbie is the queen of self-care, and L.A. is the best place to soak up the latest wellness trends. Moon Juice brings adaptogens, mushrooms and clinical-level actives into supplements and skincare with clinically studied ingredients. Describing their shops as a coffee bar, candy store and apothecary all in one, Moon Juice’s brick-and-mortar Venice location serves up healthy juices, milks and tonics alongside a selection of their bestselling wellness products. Highlights include their Goddess Greens juice, Silver Strawberry milk, Chocolate Chaga donuts, Moon Dusts, signature skincare products and so much more. moonjuice.com/
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