In a tribute to the much-loved doll, the council has named Barbie as the Fashion Icon 2021.

One of the world’s largest non-profit fashion councils and an INGO for the Arab world, the Arab Fashion Council announces its fashion icon for the year 2021 and is the world-famous Mattel doll Barbie.

In a tribute to the much-loved doll, the council has named Barbie as the Fashion Icon 2021. Inspired by Barbie, designer Jeremy Scott will present fashion label Moschino’s archive collection and will also receive the Council’s Medal of Honour at the Fashion Icon Awards that will take place on October 24 in Dubai.

Lebanese superstar Maya Diab, who was named the first Fashion Icon last year during a digital celebration streamed from Beirut, will present the trophy to Kim Culmone, Mattel’s senior vice president of global Barbie design.

“Barbie has always been more than a toy, she is an international icon deeply connected to culture,” said Culmone, as she accepted the award on Barbie’s behalf, adding, “With fashion being a critical component of our brand DNA, we are inspired by the fashion community, and at times, Barbie has even been a source of inspiration for the very same talented community. For Barbie to receive the prestigious Fashion Icon Award 2021 from the Arab Fashion Council is a true honour and I look forward to the privilege of witnessing the incredible talent showing during Arab Fashion Week.”