Disney auctioning off Beyonce's 'Black is King' catsuit and other designer pieces to celebrate 100th anniversary
In celebration of 100 years of Disney, the company has commissioned 100 extra-special pieces from artists, designers and visionaries across the globe for an auction that will benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation.
Items up for grabs include Beyoncé's iconic "Black is King" catsuit, a one-of-a-kind Maison Margiela tee featuring Mickey Mouse and a sculpture that pays tribute to the late designer Virgil Abloh.
"100 years of storytelling, 100 special contributions by renowned creative visionaries," Disney states on the auction's official page. "For 100 years, Disney stories have inspired creators, influenced pop-culture and connected generations across the world. To mark its 100th anniversary, Disney invited world-renowned creative visionaries across fashion, film, music and art, to make special contributions inspired by their personal connection to Disney's stories and characters. Each could also nominate an emerging talent representing the future of creativity to be part of the program."
The auction takes place across 18 countries from Oct. 12-30.
Disney kicked off the occasion with a $1 million donation to Make-A-Wish globally to help fund countless experiences for terminally critically ill children. The foundation's goals include more than simply gifting good times to the kids, though, as they elucidate in their official mission statement, "For wish kids, just the act of making their wish come true can give them the courage to comply with their medical treatments. Parents might finally feel like they can be optimistic. And still others might realize all they have to offer the world through volunteer work or philanthropy."
Explore the full auction here, and check out some of our favorite highlights below.
"Black is King" catsuit worn by Beyoncé
This printed catsuit, taken straight from the singer's epic "Black is King" musical film (stream it on Disney+), is available now with the bids starting at $1,500 and rising slowly.
Tommy Hilfiger and Clarence Ruth of Cotte D'armes Polo Gown
This innovative design blends the worlds of Hilfiger and Disney by utilizing the designer's penchant for preppy, all-American pieces like the polo shirts, while whisking in the fantastical whimsy of a princess gown. Designer and artist Clarence Ruth donated the gown to the auction, writing on Instagram that it was a "true honor to be a part of this remarkable celebration, which embodies the essence of blessing, inspiring, and supporting others."
"The influence of iconic brands like @disney and @tommyhilfiger has been a continuous source of inspiration, empowering me to foster ambitious dreams," Ruth wrote. "These brands have played a pivotal role in shaping my vision... As the creative process unfolded, I found myself drawn to the idea of The Polo Gown, a creation that harmoniously encapsulates the timeless elegance of Tommy Hilfiger’s preppy polo shirt and the enchanting, whimsical aura synonymous with Disney. This symbiotic fusion encapsulates both worlds, resulting in a design that transcends convention."
Maison Margiela Recicla one-of-a-kind piece with Mickey Mouse
Maison Margiela donated this one-of-a-kind piece, part of the Recicla collection (a portmanteau of "recycle" and "replica"), reworked from a Mickey Mouse tee shirt found in Los Angeles in the 1980s. The reworking happened the design house's Paris atelier, and the top was featured in the Co-Ed 2023 collection.
Disney x TH Varsity Jacket
Another Tommy Hilfiger piece up on the auction block is this ultra-cool varsity jacket that echoes the blending of Disney and TH like the gown above by placing a unique double Mickey Mouse patch on the back of a classic varsity jacket, which boasts top-notch construction and quality. The piece, in keeping with the others you see here, is a one-off.
Custom Princess Tiana letterman jacket by Coline Creuzot
Another varsity jacket, this one features the beloved Disney princess Tiana from "The Princess and the Frog" and was donated by artist and singer/songwriter Coline Creuzot. Featuring the quote, "Never lose sight of what's really important: Love," the jacket is a gorgeous baby blue shade with delicate stitching that renders it a gorgeous display piece (not apparel) for any Disney collector.
Cactus Buddy! Goofy Fan Club
Best known for the viral, off-kilter McDonald's toys that sold out quickly when released in 2022, Cactus Buddy is back with a new iteration of their smiling cutie -- and now it's a certified member of the Goofy Fan Club. The collectible toy comes with Goofy raglan shirt and a floppy-eared hat with the face of the lovable, anthropomorphic dog.
"For Art's Sake" -- Archival inkjet print of a collage of Mickey Mouse
Donated by artist Vik Muniz, this print comes from his renowned 2023 series "Gibi" and is a comic book collage inspired by various Disney comics and their most recognizable characters, including Mickey, Minnie and Goofy.
"Structural Sorcerer" -- a "Sorcerer's Apprentice" Mickey sculpture
Created to honor the late design genius Virgil Abloh, "Structural Sorcerer" was donated this year by his design firm, ALASKA ALASKA. It uses Abloh's grid furniture series as structural inspiration and draws on his 2018 Mickey Mouse illustration.
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