“I had no idea what [Barbie] was going to look like when I signed on to do it. [The script] was unlike anything I’d ever seen. I was excited about the pink. I love camp. I love the bigger, the better, the crazier. The bigger the hair, the closer to god, honey!”

Covering our Summer 2023 issue, actor, producer, and director Alexandra Shipp has found herself at the heart of one of the most anticipated releases of recent years: Greta Gerwig’s Barbie. She discusses the film, the influence of its director, and the importance of representation in the industry. Pre-order now at wonderlandshop.com.

Alexandra Shipp wears Chanel and Chanel Beauty.