F: Is for Fashion ala Barbie

'I'm a Barbie girl, in a Barbie world" has been playing in my head every since I attended the Barbie Fashion Show. What girl no matter the age would not be excited at the thought of finally getting to own Barbie’s wardrobe? As part of her 50th birthday (March 9), 50 of the top fashion designers created versions of her wardrobe. Bob Mackie, Diane Von Furstenberg, Peter Som, pink-haired Tarina Tarantino, who has a Barbie collection of jewelry; Jonathan Adler, Annie Leibovitz with her two daughters, Baby Phat’s Kimora Lee Simmons , Heidi Klum and Kelly Pickler crowded in to see the multi media spectacle. First up, as Barbie came to life was a tribute to the original. Wearing a black-and-white zigzag swimsuit, by designer Rachel Roy, the oohs and aaghs were contagious. Nicole Miller's black-and-white 60’s inspired checkerboard dress was worn with white tights with red hearts. As modern Barbie emerged in a pink and white-stripped DVF wrap dress, she proved she was a girl on the go dragging a suitcase behind her. Futuristic Barbie had a dazzling number by Tommy Hilfiger and a shimmering gold Bob Mackie, Cher inspired gown complete with feathered headdress. Ken made a brief appearance (wearing Kenneth Cole, of course), and left a Valentine's Day card for each guest, tied with a bow around "Debut" Barbie, a replica of the 1959 original created for the event. The only thing missing was the Barbie car.

I would like to give the Barbie, the program, a fashion make over and lunch with a designer to one little girl (or boy) who dreams of being a designer. You have until April 1st to send me your Barbie design and a brief letter as to why you want to win. E-mail me at suzanna@xplorefacts.com. The contest is open to ages 6-20. Prize will be awarded in time for Easter and that is a F.A.C.T.