Taylor Swift channels 1950s Barbie as she strips down to a swimsuit on a beach in Australia

Taylor Swift has had a busy 2012 so far, with the release of her film The Lorax and winning a Grammy last month.

As she was spotted spending a day at the beach, the country star appeared to be making the most of her trip to Australia.

On Cottesloe Beach in Perth, Australia, the 22-year-old splashed around in the surf with friends.

Fun in the sun: Taylor Swift was seen enjoying a day at the beach in Perth, Australia

Taylor Swift was spotted sunbathing and having fun on the beach in Perth, Australia.

Vintage inspired: Taylor resembled a 1950s Barbie doll in her black and white bikini

 

Vintage inspired: Taylor resembled a 1950s Barbie doll in her black and white bikini

Taylor wore a look reminiscent of a classic Barbie doll from the 1950s. Her black and white bikini radiated vintage charm and a nostalgic vibe.

Red hot: Taylor accessorised with tortoiseshell sunglasses and scarlet lipstick

Taylor spiced up her look with tortoiseshell sunglasses and bright red lipstick as accessories.

Down Under: The star is in Australia as part of her tour and performed a concert later in the day

As part of her tour, the celebrity has visited the land down under, specifically Australia. Later in the day, she performed for her fans.

Keeping in touch: Taylor was also seen checking messages on her phone as she enjoyed her beach day out

Staying Connected: While having fun at the beach, Taylor was seen checking her phone for new messages.

Splashing around: Taylor cooled off with a dip in the ocean after soaking up the sun

 

Splashing around: Taylor cooled off with a dip in the ocean after soaking up the sun

Taylor enjoyed some relief from the heat by taking a refreshing dip in the ocean after sunbathing.

Girls' day out: Taylor made the most of the sunshine with some of her friends as they sunned themselves on the beach

Taylor and her friends had a great time relaxing on the sandy beach while the sun shone brightly.

Making the most of her trip: Taylor knew how to mix business with pleasure as she hit the beach before her concert

Taylor had mastered the art of balancing work and play on her recent trip. She made sure to Һit the beach before her concert, taking full advantage of everything the destination had to offer.

Taking a dip: The water seemed to be a little cold as Taylor was spotted running out of the surf

 

Flaunting her figure: Taylor showed off her trim frame in the striped two-piece

 

Taking a break: The singer has had a busy 2012 so far after scooping a Grammy and with the release of her movie The Lorax

 

Taking a break: The singer has had a busy 2012 so far after scooping a Grammy and with the release of her movie The Lorax

Relaxing Time: The artist had a busy year in 2012, winning a Grammy and releasing her film “The Lorax.”

Barbie girl: Taylor looked like a cross between a doll and a 1950s pin-up girl

Taylor had a striking resemblance to both a doll and a vintage 1950s pin-up girl. Her appearance was similar to that of these iconic female figures.

Flirty: Taylor slipped on a sundress when it was time to head home