12 Cute Barbie Photoshoot Ideas (2025)

Since she first hit the scene in 1959, Barbie has inspired millions of little girls everywhere to try anything and go anywhere. And since the 2023 movie starring Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling, people across the globe have set out to create their own Barbie-inspired projects to share online. Looking to theme your next photoshoot in honor of the world’s most iconic doll? We’ve got 12 cute Barbie photoshoot ideas for you to suit a variety of creative projects!

Barbie wouldn’t be who she is without all of her different play sets, so we’ve also included venues that will make your pictures come to life. They’re all brought to you by Peerspace, the internet’s largest marketplace for hourly production studio and filming location rentals. We can connect you to a plethora of Barbie-inspired venues perfect for your photoshoot. Hop in the convertible and let’s go!

1. Channel Malibu Barbie with a Malibu Dream House shoot

One of Barbie’s most iconic looks is her Malibu look. You can show that off by having a photoshoot at an actual Malibu Dream House! With Peerspace, you get amazing access to stylish mansion rentals, even those in the ultra-exclusive Malibu, CA.

This Malibu Italian Tuscany villa features 8,600 square feet of space, with a pink castle-like structure and beautiful spaces indoors and out for setting your photoshoot. Take a look at some of the high-quality images of the home and it’s not hard to imagine Barbie and pals living it up at this stunning property.

2. Don’t forget the convertible

You’ll also want to keep going with the Malibu Barbie theme by getting some photos in a pink convertible. There are many Peerspace listings out there that have cars available for photoshoots, but it may be wiser to rent one for the day before trying to pull off this idea.

3. Show off your cooking skills in a playful pink kitchen

Looking for Barbie photoshoot ideas that give you a chance to make something sweet in the kitchen? You’ll want to rent a location like this incredible pink vintage kitchen in Denver, CO. The room is carefully decorated to bring out the best pink vibe and comes highly rated.

Here’s what a reviewer who recently booked a music video shoot there had to say about his rental: “First of all, the kindest people running this set and understanding of different projects. There are so many opportunities for great images and I’m obsessed with the setup. It’s very open and great for models.”

Now that you have your pink kitchen, you just need these adorable pink food party ideas for your shoot or your next gathering!

4. Invite Ken for some pictures

You can’t mention Barbie without talking about her longtime boyfriend, Ken. Inviting your own Ken to your photoshoot will give a variety and set up for some fun photo opportunities. When you have someone else’s energy to work off of you never know what you’ll come up with!

5. Explore Barbie’s love of horses with an equine-filled photoshoot

If you’re an animal lover, you’ll want to find Barbie photoshoot ideas that can indulge your passion. Thankfully, Barbie is known to love to ride and care for horses. With Peerspace, you can find horse farms or riding centers all over the country that would be able to host your photoshoot.

For example, this 100-acre horse farm with a vintage trailer and tractor in Ontario, Canada would be a great opportunity to get pictures with horses. The rental also includes a cute vintage trailer set for even more photo ops.

6. Unwrap Barbie for the holidays

Want some Barbie photoshoot ideas that will come in handy for the holidays? There are so many fun ways to turn your holiday photoshoot into a Barbie-themed one. You can have someone unwrap a life-sized present of you dressed as Barbie. Or, just dress up in your favorite pink holiday clothes.

7. Play with dolls in your own all-pink Dollhaus

Most of us loved to have our Barbies mingle with the rest of our toys and dolls. You can have a photoshoot capturing that vibe and do an entire theme around it! Peerspace has some excellent options like the Dallas Dollhaus–a vintage glam fantasyland in Arlington, TX. This location has its own Barbie toy box that you can make full use of. There are several other sets at your disposal including a kitchen, a bathroom, and a boudoir parlor–but our favorite part is the cuddly kitty who lives there!

8. Frolic with the fairies

There is a whole universe within the Barbie series that has our favorite blonde as a fairy princess. You can imitate this easily with a pair of dress-up fairy wings and by hosting your shoot in an enchanted woods set. This is a great idea for anyone trying to have their photoshoot be more nature-focused.

If you’re in the Los Angeles area, consider booking this enchanted cottage with vintage designs in Northridge. This space not only provides you with dense forest surrounding the cottage, but its interior is like something out of a fairytale and is highly photogenic!

9. Barbie proves that variety is the spice of life

Why just take photos with one background? With Peerspace, you can find selfie museums like this Columbus, OH location with over 20 different sets and backdrops. With a studio like this, you get an amazing value for your time. In just a few hours, you can have full outfit and theme changes – just like Barbie!

Have you heard of National Barbie Day?! Learn what it is and how to celebrate it here!

10. Work up a sweat with a sporty photoshoot

Are you more of a fan of Barbie’s workout outfits and sporty sets? Show off your favorite sport or workout regime with a sporty photoshoot. Peerspace has plenty of gyms that would work perfectly for this kind of idea. Check out this spacious fitness and boxing gym in Scottsdale, AZ that would provide an ideal backdrop. We can totally imagine Barbie rocking a shoot here!

“Absolute gem,” shares a Peerspace reviewer. “Incredible facility, with top tech – unique design and stellar cleanliness throughout. Steve was a dynamite host, going above and beyond during our time in his gym. HIGHLY recommend the collaboration and appreciate his hospitality.”

11. Rent a Barbie-themed space for endless photos backdrops

Peerspace has venues across the country that are specifically tailored for a Barbie photoshoot. There’s this pink posh place in St. Louis, MO that is the perfect photoshoot location for any Barbie lover. It is a more than 3,500-square-foot three-level home that comes with all the comforts of home plus a Barbie-perfect pink palette. Search in your area and see if you can find any other spaces like this one in your backyard.

12. Go back in time with a retro photoshoot

Since Barbie was first released in the 1950s, why not have a photoshoot that’s a throwback to the decade? There are a lot of fun fashion choices you can make, and Peerspace has venues like this original historic 1950s soda fountain and candy shop in South Pasadena, CA that has the decorations all taken care of. Maybe Barbie and Ken are sipping from the same ice cream soda glass at the counter?

Barbie photoshoot ideas: conclusion

We hope these super sweet Barbie photoshoot ideas have inspired your next themed shoot! Remember, you can make any creative project better by booking a Peerspace venue to serve as its setting. From super stylish and professional photo studios to fun and trendy event spaces, Peerspace is where to go when you want to book dynamic hidden gem spaces.

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