In the wake of the new Barbie movie, pink is seeing a renaissance. From pink paint shortages to sell-out pink pool decorations, we've all been reminded of why pink looks so good. It's inspired me to look at where we can add more pink to our homes, starting with kitchen appliances,
If you ever had a Barbie Dreamhouse, you'll know that no home is complete without all-pink accessories and appliances. In the spirit of this pink icon, I've collected all the best pink kitchen appliances on the market. Our experts have tested them all, so you know that they'll be top-quality as well as super stylish.
Whether you’ve gone for bright or matte, pink can be a versatile shade. Interior experts say that it's perfect for adding colour, beauty, and it might even make you feel calmer. We’ve already given you professional advice on how to add pink to your kitchen decor. However, if you're not ready to paint the walls pink, start with some bright appliances. You can bring them out on your countertops for a style statement and when you don’t want to think pink, you can put them away again.
Here’s a host of tried-and-tested pink products that you need in your kitchen for a pop of color. From the best stand mixers to drip coffee makers, you can make Barbie’s dreamhouse a reality, one toaster at a time.
Barbie-Style Baking
Ideal for baking in any Barbie dreamhouse, these appliances will give your kitchen a pop of pink. They're some of the best on the market, so you know they have our experts' seals of approval too. Combining KitchenAid's bright hibiscus to Smeg's retro pastel pink will give a 'dynamic' look according to interiors expert, Ted Howard. He recommends 'mixing and matching different shades of pink whilst adding some white or neutral accents to balance the pink'. It's the perfect, cohesive look.
Iconic and American-made, our tests have shown that this is the best stand mixer ever made. In KitchenAid's color of the year, hibiscus, it certainly gets the Barbie seal of approval for baking, whipping and kneading.
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Cordless and lightweight, this food chopper is easy to operate. It can whisk, whip, and chop. Our experts loved it for making dips. When you're done, you can store all the extra parts inside the mixer.
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This mixer is a style stand-out, especially in pink. We found it easy to use and our experts were impressed with how powerful and user-friendly this mixer is. It comes with a range of useful attachments too.
We go into the detail in our full review.
Ted is an interior designer and home organizer. He offers practical advice and guidance on how people can personalize their homes and cultivate an individual décor style.
Pink drinks
Pink appliances can be fun and functional. The different shades can have diverse effects on your décor. These blenders and juicers are a combination of glass, stainless steel, and pink parts. Zev Freidus, interior specialist and realtor says if you already have some stainless steel accents or glass shelves in your kitchen, these will 'subtly co-ordinate and accentuate your modern and elegant décor'.
This comes in a range of colors, but in pink, it makes a true countertop statement. It's ultra-powerful and comes with a large, 56oz pitcher. It's a little heavy, but it's stylish enough to leave out on a countertop
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Available in a range of colors, we found the Nutribullet easy to use and were impressed with its power despite the smaller, individual servings. It comes with a range of attachments, including a handle and lid for taking on-the-go. This model aslso gives donations to breast cancer research.
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For less fruity, sweet drinks, try this. As a former barista, I love the Moccamaster. This mid-century modern-looking appliance might be a little 70s, but our tests found that it makes perfect drip coffee.
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Zev is an interior specialist and realtor. He founded ZFC, a luxury real estate agency and has over ten years experience with real estate, home improvement, and interior design.
Barbie-Style Retro Smeg Appliances
When it comes to Barbiecore, one brand is perfectly placed. We tested them all, and while they're far from perfect when it comes to performance, Smeg's iconic, retro appliances perfectly capture the original Barbie style. You can even buy a hot-pink 50s refrigerator.
This retro toaster was love at first sight for our experts. It easily fits 4 slices of toast and our team loved the tactile, metallic levers and controls. It's a pink and premium toaster.
Our full review has all the detail.
Smeg's signature retro design comes in again as a stand-out kettle. With a removable filter and 360˚ swivel base, this 1.7 litre kettle will have all your coffees and teas ready in minutes.
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This luxurious drip coffee maker comes in a range of colors, but we love it in pink. On test, I found that it brews quietly and quickly and makes a smooth and delicious cup of coffee.
Our full review has all the detail.
What's in Barbie's actual kitchen?
If you bought Barbie's actual kitchen from Amazon, you'd see an array of colorful accessories. Fortunately, we've found lots of luxurious versions of these online. They are, of course, all pink.
This iconic enameled cast iron Dutch oven is durable and ready for everything, from high-heat browning to slow and low simmering.
From apple pie to pecan pie, next time you bake something, you can make it in pink. Crafted from stoneware, this Kate Spade dish will stay stylish for a lifetime.
Once you've made your drinks, these cute coasters are perfect for holding cocktails. Made from pink Indian marble, these are amazing value.
This cult classic pan has been on our testing list for a while. Non-stick, you can use it to fry, boil, bake and serve. This Rosa edition is part of Selena Gomez's collection for the brand, but it just so happens to work for Barbiecore, too.
With hand-ground, stainless steel blades, these knives are cutting-edge. They have soft grip handles and come with a wooden knife block too.
This silicone, non-stick set is a best-seller. Easy to use without scratching your pans, they're heat-resistant and effortless to clean.
Maybe Barbie's pink glasses are more like these, but I couldn't resist some pink cocktail glasses. They're perfect for parties, summer evenings, and making your drinks feel fancy.
If there's a safe place to start with pink in your kitchen, it's with these towels. Nothing says Barbie like the palm trees of Malibu, especially on pure cotton, macramé knotted towels.
Barbie is all about summer treats and we think these are the perfect containers. Colorful and bright, they're barbie approved and you can use them for ice cream, fruit, and leftovers.
FAQs
Is pink a good color for kitchen appliances?
Pink is a great way to introduce a pop of color to your room and it balances well with lots of other colors too. We think Barbie was on to something.
What color appliances are timeless?
Most experts will tell you that white and black are the most timeless colors for appliances. However, they both pair really well with all the different shades of pink. It's an easy way to have color and class in one.
Which colors look good with pink in a kitchen?
Joe Ferguson, interior design specialist, says that these pink appliances look great in kitchens with royal blue tones as well as grays, violets, and tangerines. He recommends pairing any pink appliance with cool colors.
My Verdict
Barbie puts pink first and I think she's on to something, Across the world, different hues of pink convey beautiful meanings. Pink cherry blossom represents celebration, rebirth and spring in Japan. In the west, it's indicative of romance and femininity. You can choose a hue to match almost any décor. Versatile and bright, it should have a place in every kitchen. After this, I'm tempted to redecorate my whole house in pink.
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