Barbie Dress Up Games

Ideas for Barbie Dress Up Games

Dressing up, in itself, is fun for kids. They really don't need any elaborate games since most will create their own Barbie dress up games on the spot. However, there are things you can do to add to the entertainment:

• Perform skits. The Barbies can write, produce, and perform their own shows! If you have a video camera, record the show for posterity.
• Recreate movies. Most kids have watched their favorite movies, such as Mermaidia and Fairytopia, many times. Encourage them to act out the stories.
• Put on a concert. Play a Barbie version of American Idol, minus the harsh judges. The kids can take turns being performers and audience members.
• Have a Barbie tea party. Play hostess, or let one of the girls do the honors. Serve cookies and punch and remember to use your most formal manners.
• Barbie Princess mixer. There are so many Barbie Princesses, all from different movies and books. What would happen if they all met? Find out!
• Barbie Princess birthday party. Use our ideas for a princess party, but give it a Barbie twist.

Barbie Costumes

Preschoolers and many grade-school kids enjoy donning costumes and pretending to be someone else. Most of the available Barbie outfits are designed for children of ages 3 and up, so pay careful attention to removable buttons and other items that may pose choking hazards. Although most of the costumes available "off-the-rack" at the department store are available in only one size, they will fit many children up to age 8. Specialty and costume stores carry Barbie dress up attire in a variety of sizes for a more accurate fit. Some Barbie dress up games costumes available online are:

• Elina Fairytopia Costume
• Cheerleader Barbie
• Asian Princess Barbie
• Mermaid Nori
• Cowgirl Barbie
• Princess Annika
• Timeless Bride
• Princess Anneliese
• Enchanted Fairy
• Deluxe Cloud Queen
• Renaissance Princess
• Barbie Swan Lake
• Barbie Witch
• Birthday Barbie
• Barbie Princess Dress Up Chest

Accessories

Official Barbie costumes and accessories can be costly. There is no law that says all of your accessories must be official merchandise! Start with an authentic costume, but use discount extras. Dollar Stores are often wonderful places to find Barbie-appropriate accessories. A trip to your local discount store will likely turn up:

• Feather boas
• Sequined purses
• Tiaras
• Plastic jewelry
• Kid-sized wedding veils
• Fake flowers
• Discount party items
• Decorations, such as streamers and balloons
• Hair accessories
• Lip gloss and body glitter

Barbie Dress Up Games Online

Barbie is a modern girl, and, as such, she has her own website. Barbie.com offers a variety of fun, interactive dress up games. Some favorites include:

• Fashion Fever Styled by Me. This game allows site visitors to become fashion designers. Kids pick a "vibe", and then choose fabric, colors, and accessories to dress a virtual Barbie. Finished designs can be printed or emailed.
• My Scene Shopping Scene. In this Barbie dress up game, girls go shopping with the sassy, stylish My Scene dolls. Pick a fun theme, and then choice the outfits.
• Barbie Mermaidia. This games puts a spin on the usual dress up games. In this one, site visitors dress up Mermaidia, changing the colors and sea creatures of this under-water world.
• Superstar Makeovers. In this fan favorite, girls choice Barbie's hairstyle, make-up, shirt, and accessories. The completed look is featured on a virtual magazine cover.
• Give Ken a Hot New Look. Poor Ken is looking for a new style. Site visitors can give him a complete makeover, including hair style, clothing, music, car, and personality.
• Dazzling Nails. Every stylish girl needs beautiful nails, and this game puts site visitors in the manicurist chair. Girls choose a My Scene doll and then paint and decorate her nails. Finish the look with rings.