Coach, Gucci, Marc Jacobs, Loewe and Puma, appeal to our most nostalgic feelings in their new collaborations.
The cartoons that marked our childhoods reappear in our wardrobes through fashion collections that remind us of old times. The pop culture has always been important in the world of fashion, inspiring designers and shaping the trends of each decade through music, art and now cartoons;
We show you a selection of collaborations between luxury brands and iconic cartoons that will take us on a nostalgic journey back in time:
Coach x Mickey Mouse x Keith Haring
The new Coach collectionfuses the iconic work of Keith Haring with images of our favourite mouse. Haring’s work perfectly reflects the spirit of New York’s pop generation and street culture in the 1980s.
Left From Right: Rivington fanny pack, yellow printed wallet, Mickey Mouse purse, Mickey Mouse crossbody bag, red tote bag, Mickey Mouse mouthpiece bag
Red sheepskin jacket with red collar, red printed sweatshirt, black printed jacket
It also includes garments such as jackets, sweatshirtsand shirts, perfect for this season. All garments are available on the Coach website.
PUMA x PEANUTS
The popular characters from the Peanutscomic strip by American cartoonist Charles M. SchulzCharles M. SchulzCharles M. Schulz, are back thanks to a new collaboration with PUMA. The iconic brands team up to create a fun, sporty collection of footwear, apparel and accessories.
In a wide range of t-shirts, sweatshirts and sports pants. The footwear includes the Future Rider model and a basketball classic, the Ralph Sampson model. As well as accessories such as hats and a backpack.
Left to right: Black backpack, pink baseball cap, PUMA Ralph Sampson trainers, pink backpack, yellow baseball cap, PUMA trainers
We first met the Peanuts characters in 1950, since thenCharlie Brown, Snoopyand the rest of the gang have continued to shape our popular culture. The PUMA x PEANUTS collaboration incorporates the cartoons into the classic PUMA for men, women and children.
Marc Jacobs x Magda Archer
The British brand collaborates with British artist and illustrator Magda ArcherMagda Archer. To create a casual collection of vibrant colours and retro style with a touch of kitsch. The adorable illustrations are accompanied by ironic messaging printed on sweatshirts, T-shirts and bags. Available at Marc Jacobs website..
Marc Jacobs x PEANUTS
Once again, Marc Jacobs offers us another collection looking back to our childhood, his collaboration with Peanuts. As he says on his website, the designer has been a fan of the comic strip since his nanny gave him a stuffed Snoopy at the age of six.
Left to right: Blue Lucy long sleeve t-shirt, white canvas tote bag with Peanuts print, pink Snoopy crew neck sweatshirt, red Peanuts short sleeve t-shirt, Peanuts leather mini box bag, pink Snoopy short sleeve t-shirt.
Left to right: White continental wallet, red Iphone case, white leather wallet, yellow trainers, white trainers with Snoopy and Woodstock print, The Comics Jogger trainers.
Thanks to this collaboration he pays homage to his favourite characters, drawing his characters on T-shirts, sweatshirts, shoes, phone cases, bags and small accessories. The collection is available on the Marc Jacobs website..
Gucci x Doraemon
Gucci travels back in time with the new Doraemon collection, the endearing cosmic cat that was part of our childhoods. A robot sent from the 22nd century to help a boy named Nobita with the secret devices in his magic pocket.
The Gucci x Doraemon is a tribute to the world-famous manga, featuring images of its characters on garments, footwear and accessories.
And on 12 February, the Chinese New Yearwill be celebrated, this year with the sign of the ox. Alessandro Michele, the brand’s creative director, is using this collection to celebrate the New Year in style. The collection is available on the Gucci website.
LOEWE x Totoro
The Spanish brand also released a limited edition collection of ready-to-wear garments and accessories to celebrate Studio Ghibli’s masterpiece created in 1988: “My Neighbour Totoro”.
LOEWE x My Neighbour Totoro 2021 by Gray Sorrenti
Find out more about the LOEWE x My Neighbour Totoro collection in our article.
Images courtesy of the brands mentioned.
