On Tuesday October 17th 2023, Masuk students had a critical decision to make. Will they choose team Barbie; and deck themselves out in pink, cowboy hats and rollerblades? Or will they represent team Oppenheimer; and take on the day in 1950s-esque fedoras and suits?
Tuesdays theme heirs from the box office breaking opening weekend, affectionately coined Barbenheimer; where moviegoers enjoyed a double feature of Greta Gerwig’s Barbie and Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer. The contrasting aesthetics of the two films made for a perfect theme for this year’s spirit week.
“Team Barbie” students rolled out in a flurry of pink; many donning the iconic “Cowgirl Barbie” costumes and pink hoodies, proudly displaying that they are “Kenough.”
Some took it even further; Masuk junior Nick Kauke committing to spending the day in roller skates in order to recreate Ken’s iconic Venice Beach outfit.
Another notable Barbie costume was Ms. Gaber’s excellent take on “Weird Barbie.” She sported a choppy blonde wig, and scribbled-on mismatched clothing.
Team Oppenheimer students valiantly braved the schools unpredictable climate control in button ups, suits and fedoras. Imitating the look of Robert J Oppenheimer, the father of the atomic bomb, requires more effort and commitment than slapping on some pink and calling yourself Barbie, so to all of the students who spent time raiding their families closets in search of the perfect tweed overcoat and jaunty hats: we applaud you.
Barbenheimer day was a finger on the pulse homage to a current beloved trend, and the level of participation given by students and teachers alike made the day a smash hit.
Masuk Free Press 
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