Gap x Barbie Collection: Embracing Inclusivity and Individuality

Gap and Mattel, Inc. announced a new apparel collaboration inspired by Mattel’s portfolio of brands and Gap’s signature icons that have dressed generations since 1969.

Gap x Mattel product drop will be the Gap x Barbie collection – an offering of tees, skirts, logo hoodies, denim and button-downs – all designed on Gap’s product icons featuring classic Barbie® branding and Gap’s signature arch typeface.  Starting May 23, the Gap x Barbie collection will be available for the entire family to shop on gap.com globally and in select Gap stores globally, with select styles offered through Mattel Creations, Mattel’s collector and direct-to-consumer platform.

“We are excited to partner with Gap to combine Mattel’s iconic brand portfolio with Gap’s signature products,” said Josh Silverman, Chief Franchise Officer and Global Head of Consumer Products at Mattel. "We look forward to working together to offer our fans fun, quality clothing for the entire family, plus a new way to embrace their favorite Mattel brands, franchises, characters and stories.”

“Gap’s partnership with Mattel represents two iconic brands collaborating on products that customers can wear as a family, and have fun,” said Christopher Goble, Head of Merchandising at Gap. “Each launch will celebrate our optimistic spirit of individuality and connection through creative expression and play. I can’t wait for people around the world to create memories with Gap x Mattel.”

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