Looking fine and Dandy! Stella McCartney unveils her new collection emblazoned with the beloved comic book's characters (but the price is hardly a pocket money budget)
- Stella McCartney's latest line features characters from the famous comic
- Korky the Cat, Dinah Mo and twins Cuddles and Dimples feature on the print
- Prices range from £170 for a t-shirt and up to £1,260 for a parka
Characters from The Dandy comic strip have stepped into the world of high fashion on a new print by designer Stella McCartney.
Korky the Cat, Dinah Mo and mischievous twins Cuddles and Dimples feature on the print, which appears in 15 pieces of the designer's ready-to-wear collection.
The range is a collaboration between Stella McCartney and Beano Studios, which develops projects relating to the comic-book characters.
Stella McCartney has proved that fashion is child's play when it comes to her latest collection which features prints from Dandy comics
The latest collection is sure to be a must have for fans of the comic - however while a 2012 issue of the comic would set you back just 7p Stella's tribute costs a tad more.
Those hoping to bag themselves an item from the quirky range will have to fork out at least £170 for a t-shirt and up to £1,260 for a parka.
The Dandy was first published in 1937, six months before its sister comic The Beano, and entertained children with the adventures of characters such as Desperate Dan and Beryl the Peril.
Those hoping to bag themselves an item from the quirky range will have to fork out at least £170 for a t-shirt and up to £1,260 for a parka
It featured a cameo from Stella McCartney's father Sir Paul McCartney in its final weekly issue in 2012 after he said in 1963 it was his ambition to appear in the comic.
His daughter's new autumn 2017 collection featuring the print will be available in stores around the world from May this year.
She said: 'The humour and artistry of comic-strip animation touches your heart and your memory bank.
The 45-year-old designer says that 'fun and fashion go hand in hand' and hopes her customers will celebrate their 'inner child'
'In this collaboration, fun and fashion go hand in hand and we are able to incorporate sustainable, stylish, timeless pieces while celebrating the inner child in our spirit.'
Styles in the collection include an all-in-one, outwear jackets lined with the print, dresses and separates, t-shirts, intarsia knits, denim jeans and a sweatshirt with embroidery applique.
Emma Scott, chief executive officer at Beano Studios, said: 'We're delighted to be working alongside Stella McCartney and her team to give iconic British comic characters Korky, Dinah Mo and Cuddles & Dimples a fresh new context.
Stella's father Sir Paul McCartney (left) is said to be a fan of the comic which celebrated its final issue in 2012 (right)
It featured a cameo from Paul McCartney after he said in 1963 it was his ambition to appear in the comic
'Our mission at Beano Studios is to entertain all kids, even grown-up ones, by bringing our infamous rebellious streak to life in a range of new ideas, from fashion to movies to apps.
'Thanks Stella - we love your take on our world.'
Published by DC Thomson in Dundee, The Dandy still appears as an annual.
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