Around Town: The Barbie Flagship Store in Shangri-La Mall

If there’s one character that embodies the epitome of modern femininity, of being fashionable, talented and kikay, and standing the test of time, as well, it’s got to be Barbie. 

Girls who grew up playing with Barbie dolls, and who have seen the toy franchise evolve over the past two decades will agree that Barbie was every girl’s must-have play mate, as she has sparked the creativity of children all over the world by playing dress up and coming up with stories of how Barbara Millicent Roberts lived her life each day. Yes, ladies, that’s her full name! 

This year, Pinoy girls (and their moms) can see the Barbie experience come to life as Richwell Philippines, Inc., together with Internationale Globale Marques, Inc. (IGM), brings this world-famous doll even closer to home. After delighting young girls in countries such as Mexico, Peru, Uruguay, Argentina, Malaysia and Indonesia, the ultimate Barbie experience has finally arrived in the Philippines as the first-ever flagship Barbie Store in the country opens in the upscale East Wing of Shangri-La Plaza Mall.

The Barbie store boasts a whole new look and an ultimate experience like no other for young girls in the Philippine metro. Beginning with its girly pink interiors and child-friendly ambience, stepping into the Barbie store instantly transports one to the wonderful world of Barbie, creating an iconic experience that anyone—young and old alike—will surely appreciate. 

 

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“The new flagship Barbie Store Philippines is an entirely unique offering. We were inspired by Barbie shoppers in other Barbie stores because little girls just love dressing up like Barbie.” says Maye Yao Co Say, Richwell Phils., Inc. Chief Operating Officer. “Instead of just playing with Barbie or admiring her things, little girls get to become Barbie—and see what it’s like to be in her world. Anyone who enters the store is transformed from mere shopper or spectator to an active participant. It’s every young girl’s dream come true.”

The flagship Barbie Store Philippines features must-try special services, such as a Beauty Salon offering guests the ultimate Barbie make-over, plus a manicure and pedicure bonding session to boot. Below is a summary of the prices (prices are subject to change) per salon service:

Hair Styling:

 Modern Princess (braids) – P500

Fashion Diva (curls) – P600

Rock Pop Star (iron crimp with color streaks) – P800

 

Make-over (hair and makeup):

 Pretty Glam – P800Royal Fantasy – P1,200

 

Add-ons:

 4R Photo with Souvenir Photo Frame – P350

Hair Accessories – P150

Temporary Hair Color Streaks – P350

 

Manicure or Pedicure:

 Shine (basic nail polish) – P200

Shimmer (with nail art) – P300

Glimmer (special nail polish) – P400

 

Manicure and Pedicure:

 Shine (basic nail polish) – P350

Shimmer (with nail art) – P550

Glimmer (special nail polish) – P750

 

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There’s also the Photo Studio, which allows the girls’ glamorous head-to-toe costume makeover to be captured for a lifetime.  You can get a full photo experience with a 20-page photobook perfect to capture your little girl’s key milestone years.  You can also get full costumes and have a studio session in Barbie’s photo studio. Below is a summary of the prices (prices are subject to change) per photo studio package:

Souvenir Photo Package (single pose):

 A. 1 Piece 4R Photo – P549.75

B. 1 Piece 5R Photo – P749.75

C. 1 Piece 8R Photo – P999.75

D. 1 Piece 8R Photo plus 1 Piece 4R Photo – P1,499.75

 

Add-ons for Souvenir Photo Package:

 Additional 4R Print without Photo Frame – P150

Additional 5R Print without Photo Frame – P150

Additional Wallet Size Print (minimum 2 copies) – P150

Additional 8R Print without Photo Frame – P250

 

Photo Session Package:

 A. 5 Soft Copies – P2,599.75

B. 10 Soft Copies – P4,599.75

C. 15 Soft Copies – P6,599.75

 

Add-ons for Photo Session Package:

 Basic Hair & Makeup – P600

Costume Rental (per piece) – P1,200

 

A Pay for Play area is also available for little girls to play with their favorite Barbie toys. “In a few months, the new flagship Barbie Store Philippines will also offer Barbie birthday parties which I am sure both moms and girls will surely enjoy planning and hosting for their friends,” Yao Co Say adds. Below is a summary of the prices (prices are subject to change) for the pay & play packages:

Weekdays (Mondays to Fridays) – P200 per hour

Weekends (Saturdays to Sundays) – P300 per hour

 

“We’re very thrilled to offer the total Barbie experience here in the Philippines. My 7-year old daughter, Meagan, specially loves the 3 special dressing rooms because she gets to keep on fitting Barbie clothes.” she concludes. “Ultimately, the flagship store offers something special for anyone who enters—whether young girl, Barbie collector, or long-time fan with playtime memories of this iconic doll.”

Other Barbie stores are located at SM Mall of Asia, Trinoma, SM Mega Mall, Glorietta 1, Lucky China Town Mall, Alimall, Market Market, and Harbor Point Mall. Visit the Barbie store facebook page at www.facebook.com/barbiestoreph.