Karl Lagerfeld has unveiled its latest linkup with Disney, where Kaiser Karl gets to play the role of Donald Duck.
From designer to duck, as the German designer morphs into an anatidae with yellow webbed feet and duckbill. Though still retaining his signature powdered white ponytail and large dark glasses. Dressed in classical Karl – black blazer, denim jeans, cathedral high-collar starched white shirt and thick English silk black tie.
An image that waddles across the backs of faded light blue jean jackets or appears on the pockets of jeans, before marching arms akimbo like the mallard de la mode over black sweatshirts in this capsule.
The two brands first debuted a Disney x Karl Lagerfeld capsule for Disney100 in 2023, featuring ready-to-wear and accessories for both women and men.
This latest collaboration continues to celebrate Karl Lagerfeld’s special connection with his favorite Disney character, Donald Duck, through a unique sketch he hand-drew in the early 2000’s.
“The upcoming capsule brings Karl’s unique, ‘Karlified’ sketch of Donald Duck to life across a collectible range of pieces,” underlined the house of Lagerfeld in a communiqué.
Ready-to-wear highlights include relaxed denim, black-and-white sweaters, a neutral-toned bomber, and a casual blazer, blending playful nostalgia with contemporary style. The accessories lineup features backpacks, tote bags, handbags, and sneakers, alongside lifestyle pieces such as umbrellas, scarves, and sunglasses.
Disney x Karl Lagerfeld launches worldwide on May 22, at Karl Lagerfeld stores, online at Karl.com and DisneyStore.co.uk. The collection will also be available in selected Disney Stores and through a network of premium wholesale partners.
Based in Paris, the fashion label Karl Lagerfeld was founded in 1984, shortly after the German designer took creative control of Chanel. Today, the house is part of the G-III Apparel Group, whose other interests included Donna Karan, DKNY, Vilebrequin and Sonia Rykiel.
Known for its rock chic attitude, the brand’s portfolio includes ready-to-wear for women, men and kids, plus Karl Lagerfeld Jeans, bags, small leather goods, footwear, fragrances and eyewear.
Additionally, the house has developed furniture collection and international hospitality projects. The maison’s design is led by Korean-born creative director Hun Kim, while other members of the Karl family are brand ambassador Sebastien Jondeau, and sustainability ambassador, Amber Valletta.
Karl Lagerfeld retails in more than 200 stores worldwide — including premium wholesale and franchise partners — with key locations in Paris, London, Munich, Dubai and Shanghai.
The Disney group is one of the largest entertainment corporations in the world with annual sales in excess of $90 billion. Besides its own brand, Disney also controls ESPN, 20th Century Studios, ABC News, FX, Marvel Studios, National Geographic Partners, Pixar Animations Studios and Lucasfilm.
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