We’re putting the spotlight on Andrea Brillantes and her all-around style that makes her look like either Barbie or a Bratz doll
Girl world was divided into two groups before—the Barbies and the Bratz. Those who preferred the former normally meant they had a range of characteristics that matched with their chosen Barbie doll for the week, while everyone just knew that those who opted for the latter had a much edgier and daring vibe.
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Either way, these two iconic toys have become integral to our fashion sense growing up, and dare we say personality, too? But if you are one of the few who adored both dolls and you find yourself switching styles between the two, you might just relate to Andrea Brillantes herself since she’s got them both down as a true Barbiecore and Bratzcore girlie.
Barbie
A couple decades ago, Barbie’s fashion was positively influenced by Y2KY2KShort for "year 2000," an aesthetic inspired by the late 1990s and early 2000s, featuring low-rise jeans, baby tees, butterfly clips, metallic fabrics, and glossy lips. Revived by Gen ZGo to Y2K Glossary, which was so apparent with the influx of denim skirts and preppy outfits we are all familiar with—maybe even lowkey traumatized by, but at least this era’s version of Y2K is more curated and styled in a more contemporary way.
Another side of Barbie that also helped with our fashion growing up was her princess personas. Most of what she wore were magical and elegant gowns, and it’s one of her characters we see so much on Andrea every time she graces a formal event. May it be a vibrant pink outfit or a sparkly gown, the young actress knows how to bring out her inner Barbie at the right time and place.
Bratz
On the other hand, another side of Andrea is her ultra chic and daring style. Most of the time, you’ll catch her wearing cropped pieces, mini hemlines, and she sports it with a striking makeup look that will take you back to your Bratz era.
With her every look that automatically gives off a Bratz vibe also showcases the distinct style of each Bratz girl. From sporty chic, streetwearStreetwearCasual fashion rooted in skate, hip-hop, and youth culture, defined by graphic tees, hoodies, sneakers, and limited-edition drops. Once an underground movement, streetwear now shapes luxury fashion through collaborations betweenGo to Streetwear Glossary-meets-hip-hop, to a touch of retro, Andrea has got their fashion personalities down to a tee, and we’re definitely taking notes from her at this point.
Photos: ANDREA BRILLANTES (via Instagram)
