Pretty Pink Fashion Trends: Barbie's story

In middle school I used to wear a mood ring -- remember those? The idea is that depending on your mood, the ring's stone would change colour. Mine was consistently a bright shade of pepto pink ... which was fine by me, because I've always been the cheerful, glass-half-full type. But it's not like I dot my i's with hearts or dress up as Elle Woods for Halloween, I just have a slight girly-girl streak.

And my love of all things pink has lasted -- even after Paris Hilton almost ruined the colour for an entire decade. So when I started seeing my favorite hue on the runways and in magazines recently, I couldn't have been more excited. It should be no surprise that for this colour story I rounded up a massive list of beauty and fashion trends in pepto pink -- the pinkest of pinks.

Now, pink isn't just for Barbie (although I'll take the convertible and dream house any day). There are a ton of ways to work it into your style, whether your mood ring is naturally pepto or a smoky gray. Here are three key tips to get started:

1. Pair pink with hardware like studs or chains to balance things out and avoid that too sugary sweet vibe.
2. Add an unexpected pop of pink to an otherwise neutral outfit. A pink lip or pepto clutch is a great place to start.
3. Mix with other bright colours like tangerine or cobalt. Just make sure to keep a streamlined silhouette to avoid a mess.

Okay, ready for a pink parade? SCROLL for Pink OVERLOAD!

No. 1: Aldo Platform Pumps

Get plenty of mileage out of these patent leather pink pumps.

Get it: Aldo Platform Pumps, £29.99

No. 2: Essie Nail Polish in "Off the Shoulder"

Bright pink nails always look so pretty and polished (pun intended).

Get it: Essie "Off the Shoulder" Nail Polish, £9.95

No. 3: TIKKR Pink Panther Watch

Being punctual is even better when you do it with a pepto pink watch.

Get it: TIKKR Pink Panther Watch, £5.99

No. 4: Aldo McEnroe Crossbody Bag

Pink crossbody bags are ideal for the girl on the go.

Get it: Aldo McEnroe Crossbody, £28.50

No. 5: Dior Rosy Glow Blush

Don't be afraid of a bright pink blush, but also don't go too heavy. A light dusting will do.

Get it: Dior Rosy Glow Blush, £29.50

No. 6: Cheap Monday Skinny Jeans

Swapping out blue denim for colored jeans is one of the fastest ways to brighten up your look.

Get it: Cheap Monday Skinny Jeans, £50

No. 7: Forever 21 Lux Stone Necklace

Pair this pink statement necklace with a solid silk blouse for a great day-to-evening look.

Get it: Forever 21 Lux Stone Necklance, £8.40

No. 8: Soap and Glory Birthday Box

This Soap and Glory birthday gift set is as fabulous (but sadly not as delicious) as a slice of confetti cake.

Get it: Soap and Glory Birthday Box, £15

No. 9: Tweezerman Set

Tweezing doesn't feel as painful when plucking in pink.

Get it: Tweezerman Set, £26

No. 10: Betsey Johnson Bow Flats

Crochet-style pink flats are perfect for transitioning from spring to summer.

Get it: Similar found here, £10

No. 11: Marc Jacobs Oh, Lola! Fragrance

The signature scent of a pepto pink girl? Oh, Lola! by Marc Jacobs.

Get it: Oh, Lola! Fragrance, £37














And those are my hot (pink) picks!  I'm in love.

Do you like any of these items?  Is pink a colour you secretly love?