First things first, let’s get it out there that here at Cosmo ME we do *not* pit women against women, and that includes dolls against dolls.

Barbie and Bratz are both iconic toys that are household names, and that we’ve collectively grown up with. Ahead of the first-ever in-person Fashion Icon Awards, the Arab Fashion Council has named Barbie 2021’s Fashion Icon of the Year. Well-known designer Jeremy Scott will even be presenting Moschino’s archive collection inspired by Barbie, and Lebanese star Maya Diab (who was named the first Fashion Icon last year) will be passing on the trophy to Kim Culmone, Mattel’s Senior Vice President of Global Barbie Design.

While we can admit that Barbie is one of the most diverse dolls in the world, let’s not forget the baddies who love Bratz.

Yes, Gen Z, I’m talking about you.

If you’re a 90’s baby (especially late 90’s,) then you’d know that Bratz were the go-to toys that you’d beg your parents to buy you for Eid. Even Bratz: The Movie (2007,) was a cultural reset. The dolls’ y2k style, on-point makeup, and representation has always been consistent.

Countless brands like Bershka and Puma have even partnered with MGA Entertainment’s brand, and in 2020 the #BratzChallenge blew up on TikTok. It’s safe to say that the fashion dolls’ influence has created a whole ~aesthetic~.

@fauxrich

channeling miss Yasmín today #bratz #bratzchallenge #outfits

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If Gen Z’s queen, Olivia Rodrigo, is taking her fashion-inspo from Bratz, then we’ll be following suit.

I mean, their slogan is l-i-t-e-r-a-l-l-y ‘passion 4 fashion, ‘ we’ve got to give credit where credit is due. 🤷🏽‍♀️