From bad boy Bart Simpson to Walt Disney’s Mickey Mouse, top fashion designers are gaining style inspiration from the iconic cartoon characters of their youth.
Prominent streetwear designers including the always daring Jeremy Scott, and menswear labels Brain&Beast; and Joyrich are dressing models in their signature brand of cartoon adorned sweaters, statement tees and bold accessory pieces. Whether paying tribute to superheroes or international anime icons, these editorials, fashions and novelty items exude a youthful and carefree vibe.
These effortlessly cool cartoon streetwear features embrace a nostalgic style aesthetic made popular during the 80s and 90s. Inspired by some of our most famed pop culture influences, these spirited styles remind us of our youth and take us back in time to the days of our childhood.
42 Cartoon Streetwear Features
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Avengers-Inspired Wardrobes
The Cartoon Closets: The Avengers Collection Is Battle Chic
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Animated Clay Accessories
The Block Party Press Collection is Incredibly Surreal
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Cult Cartoon Onesies
These Adventure Time Pajamas Let you Get Comfy with Your Favorite Pals
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Kitty Clothing Collaborations
The Hello Kitty Forever Collection is Cute and Cuddly for Winter
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DIY Superhero Kicks
The Easy Comic Book Heels are Crafty
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Cartoon Couture Lookbooks
The Alex Ciappara and Kevin Mertens F****** Young! Exclusive is Daring
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90s Revival Menswear
The Brain&Beast Fall/Winter 2013 Collection is Nostalgic
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Designer Dark Knight Apparel
Don't Be a Victim in the 'Lazy Oaf' Batman Collection
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Fashionable Feline Sneakers
The Hello Kitty Vans Collection Has the Purrfect Shoes for Summer
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Batman Varsity Fashion
The Dark Knight Rises Gotham Rogues Gear is Badass
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Cute Kitty Collaborations
The Forever 21 for Hello Kitty Collection is Sure to be a Hit
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Suave Superhero Neckties
Look Sharp and Geeky with a Bow Tie by Charmaine Welch
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Cartoon Streetwear Captures
The Circus Propaganda Client Editorial is Youthfully Edgy
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Pokemon Ball Jumpers
The Pokemon Sweater is for Individuals Looking to Catch 'Em All
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LED Diamond Watches
Chouette Kitty Collection Watches Combine Bling and Technology
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Heroic Sneaker Prints
These DC Comics Shoes by Converse Feature Batman, Joker & Superman
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Fashionable Manga Photography
'What's the Manga With Me?' Showcases Hot Anime Outfits
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Fuzzy Pikachu Sweaters
The Custom Erosdiy Pokemon Hoodie by Eros DIY Design is Perfect for Gamers
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Adorable Animalistic Onesies
These Kigurumi Disney Pajamas are Comfy and Cozy
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Personally Designed Superhero Shoes
Make Your Own Converse Batman: Arkham City Chuck Taylor Kicks
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Feline-Friendly Sneakers
Prowl the Streets with the Reebok Hello Kitty PT-20 Shoes
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Gotham Vigilante Timepieces
The Dark Knight Watch is Inspired by Batman's Utility Belt
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Plush Toy Feline Shoes
The 'Hello Kitty Sneakers' are Soft and Stylish
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Teenage Hero Sneakers
Converse Teen Titans Turns Your Little Guy into a Crime-Fighting Guru
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Villainous Green Kicks
Chuck Taylor All Star 'The Riddler' Shoes Pay Homage to an Iconic Nemesis
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Disguising Dark Knight Hoodies
Play Dress up in Style with the Ecko Batman Hoodie
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Cartoon Iconography Catwalks
The Comme des Garcons Fall/Winter 2013 Collection is Childlike
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Nerdy Heroic Fashions
Channel Your Inner Geek With the Marvel Superhero Hoodies
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Cartoon Hoodlum Caps
The DGK x Tokidoki Collaboration Uses New Era Snapbacks for Its Canvas
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Comic-Inspired Ensembles
3.1. Phillip Lim Pop Art Fashion Pays Homage to Lichtenstein
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Feminine Feline Footwear
The Hello Kitty Twenty10 Footwear Collection is Eclectically Girly
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DIY Superhero Jumpers
The Retro Wonder Woman Sweater Requires Knitting Skills
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Chic Cartoon Offspring Attire
The Joyrich x Simpsons World Tokyo Line is Inspired by Bart Simpson
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Celebratory Caricature Kicks
FORFEX x Sanrio 50th Anniversary Pays Homage to Adorable Characters
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Quirky Cult Cartoon Hats
You Don’t have to Pick Sides with this Adventure Time Accessory
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Japanese Cartoon Kicks
Dr Martens x Sanrio SS 2011 Brings the Adorable Character to Footwear
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Cute Cat Clutches
The Hello Kitty Bow Clutch is Perfect for Hipster Ladies and Little Girls
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Cutesy Kitty Headwear
The Hello Kitty Fitted Hat from New Era is All Kinds of Awesome
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Viral Cartoon Cat Sweaters
Zoom Through the Day with The Nyan Cat Hoodie
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Amphibian Attire
Jean Charles de Castelbajac Creates a Kermit the Frog Sweater
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Vintage Hero Garments
The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle Knit Sweatshirt is Totally Nostalgic
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Cartoon Cat Timekeepers
The Nooka Zub Zirc 20 Hello Kitty Watch is Adorable
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DIY Bread Designs
The 'Kotaku' Hello Kitty Toast is Shaped Out of Foil
Zig-Zagged Accessories
The 'Vanessa Handmade' Jewelry Line is Unconventional
Elf Ear Accessories
The Belethil Collection Offers Beautiful Handcrafted Jewelry
Stylish Superhero Slip-Ons
These Avenger TOMS sure Kick Ass
Pricey Superhero Graphics
The 'Cost of Being Batman' Infographic Totals the Astronomical Number
Vigilante Makeup Creations (UPDATE)
Iconic Movie Eye-Makeup by Jangsara is Totally Badass
Handmade Colossal Movie Posters
150ft The Dark Knight Rises Ad in Manhattan Generates Mad Hype
Superheroic Mancessories
These Iron Man Cufflinks are Comic Book-Inspired
Rockstar Cowboy Runways
The John Varvatos Fall/Winter 2013 Collection is Edgy and Western-Ready
Floral Opulence Apparel
The Katie Eary Fall/Winter 2013 Runway Show Redefines Bold Streetwear
Cartoon-Inspired Smartphone Covers
The Koneko Store Etsy iPhone Cases are Adorable and Colorful
Repurposed Fastener Accessories
The Zipper Design Collection Offers Floral-Like Jewelry
Comical Meme Accessories
The Greenmot Jewelry Collection is Quirky and Humorous
Block-Made Batman Figurines
LEGO Releases the Dark Knight Rises Characters
2D Superhero Film Crossovers
Billy Butcher's Marvel Comics' Mashup Brings Spandex into Movies
Color-Clashing Menswear
The MGSM Fall/Winter 2013 Lookbook is Pattern Obsessed
Hairy Backdrop Photography
The Blazej by Bartek Jablonski Portrait Series is Eclectically Edgy
Superhero Motorcycle Suits
UD Replicas Creates Batman's Identical Dark Knight Suit
Avenger-Inspired Frocks
These deviantArt Artist Xeora Avenger Dresses are Combat-Ready
Re-Purposed Label Accessories
The Radical Recycling Collection Features Amazing Jewelry & Handbags
Chromatic Club Couture
The Kristoffer Hasslevall by Aitken Jolly Editorial is Fashion-Forward
Eccentric Athleticwear Editorials
The Arnau Salinas by Mario Aragon Portrait Series is Urban
DIY Superhero Kicks
The Easy Comic Book Heels are Crafty
Eccentric Hoodlum Editorials
The Forever Young' F***** Young! Editorial is Street Chic
Upcycled T-shirt Jewelry
The LimeGreenLemon Collection is Vibrantly Designed
Superhero Film Shoes
The Dark Knight Rises Toms Shoes Commemorate the Final Batman Installment
Feathered Bow Tie Accessories
The Our House Design Collection is Vibrant & Frilly
Anti-Superhero Footwear
The District Customs Nike KD4 Kryptoman Will Destroy the Powerful Superman
Chinese Zodiac-Inspired Sneakers
The Vans Old Skool Pack is Influenced By the Year of the Snake
Vintage Linen Timepieces
The 'Metal et Linnen' Handcrafted Watches are Unique
Camper Chic Catalogs
The Alder Spring/Summer 2013 Lookbook is Street Savvy
13 Comic Book Cuff Links
From Limited Edition Dark Knight Cuffs to Darth Vader Suit Accessories
Street Excess Runways
The Krizia Robustella Fall/Winter 2013 Collection Embraces Embellishment
Bright Multihued Campaigns
The Charlotte Free for Jeremy Scott x Adidas Originals FW12 Collection
Dark Knight Timepieces
The Batman and Bane Wristwatches are a Limited Collection From Diesel
Human-Eared Pet Politic Ads
The Post Internazionale Campaign Promotes an Insider's Viewpoint
Aztec Moccasin Hybrid Shoes
The Vans Sk8-Hi Sneaker Marries Two Classic Footwear Styles
Street Nomad Runways
The Jeremy Scott Spring/Summer 2013 Collection is Vibrantly Printed
Sneaky Stethoscope Pocket Watches
The Lexon 'Take Time' Watch is Superbly Flexible
Slim Waffle Sneakers
The Vans OTW Holiday 2012 'Woessner' Shoe is Riveted
Delectably Sweet Accessories
The Emarie Creations Jewelry Collection is Mouthwatering
16 How to Spend It Editorials
From Overtly Orange Pairings to Titanic Trinket Fashion
Transforming Robot Hats
Takara Tomy Creates the Transformer Fitted Hat for the Holidays
Victorian-Inspired Accessories
Pequitobun Mixes Old and New to Create Beautiful Handmade Jewelry
Hipster Leather Sneakers
The Converse Chuck Taylor Hollis Hi Mixes Finesse and Streetwear
Heavy Metal-Inspired Sneakers
The Vans x Metallica Collaboration Appeals to Music and Shoe Fans
Eclectic Sportswear Ads
The Adidas Originals by Jeremy Scott Fall/Winter 2012 Collection is Loud
Graffiti-Inspired Timepieces
The Swatch Spring/Summer 2012 Collection is Edgy
Undead Hero Costume
The Batman Zombie Mask is a Super Freaky Halloween Mask
Sultry Superheroic Pin-Ups
Chris Stevens Illustrates Comic Book Hotties in Dynamic Poses
Edgy Amish Runways
The Ann Demeulemeester Fall/Winter 2013 Collection is Monochromatic
Superhero Fountain Pens
Montegrappa's Limited Edition Batman Pens Hit Collectors' Lists
Ever-Changing Disk Timepieces
The Nendo 'Dark Noon' Watches Alter as Time Passes
Amish-Inspired Runways
Thom Browne Fall 2013 Menswear Runway Showcases Broad Features
Streamlined Sci-Fi Streetwear
The Bastian Thiery by Maurizio Bavutti Hero Editorial is Eccentric
Retro Patterned Catalogs
The Joyrich Fall/Winter 2012 Lookbook Exudes Eccentric Swagger
Dark Knight Accessories
The Batman Mask Cufflinks are Super Suave
Pizza Friendship Necklaces
Pizza Necklace Lets You and Your Friends Stay Pizza Buddies for Life
Blossoming Streetwear Lookbooks
The Kidda by Christopher Shannon Collection Begins to Bloom
Costumeless Comic Book Heroes
These Kerry Callen Parodies Would Be Super Embarrassing
Superhero Studded Sneakers
The Converse ‘The Dark Knight Rises’ Chuck Taylor All Star
Simplistic School-Boy Runways
The SISE Spring/Summer 2013 Collection Embraces Modern Minimalism
Electric 80s Attire
The Roberto Piqueras Spring/Summer 2013 Collection is Visually Vibrant
Relaxed Suited Runways
The Jun Okamoto Spring/Summer 2013 Collection is Romantic
Flamboyant Fitted Hats
The New Era SS13 Collection by Jeremy Scott Features His Signature Style
Darkly Artistic Catalogs
The PROUDRACE Fall/Winter 2012 Collection Pays Homage to the Streets
Internet Meme-Inspired Wardrobes
These 'b for bel' Outfits Showcase Your Favorite Online Humor
DIY Circular Painted Leggings
The Brit & Co. Polka-Dotted Pants are Stylish and Easy to Make
Superhero Infusion Accessories
The Dark Tea Rises Concept Brings Batman to Your Beverage
Dapper Hoodlum Portraits
The Ones 2 Watch Norman Theuerkorn Editorial is Artfully Inked
Psychedelic Tennis Sneakers (UPDATE)
The Missoni Converse Fall/Winter 2012 Collection is Bold
Extravagant Superhero Automobiles
Kia Justice League Cars are Made After Comic Book Characters
Detective-Inspired Runways
The E. Tautz Fall/Winter 2013 Collection is Dangerously Chic
Literary Gang Streetwear
The Akomplice x XLARGE Collection Monkeys Around
Fuzzy Pikachu Sweaters
The Custom Erosdiy Pokemon Hoodie by Eros DIY Design is Perfect for Gamers
Heritage Military Timepieces
The Fossil Watches Autumn/Winter 2012 Collection is a Vintage Take
Corrected Comic Strip Ads
The Paper Mate Liquid Paper Campaign Corrects Written Blunders
Personally Designed Superhero Shoes
Make Your Own Converse Batman: Arkham City Chuck Taylor Kicks
25 Superhero Fashion Editorials
From Sultry Superhero Housewives to Broody Batman Spreads
Stud-Accented Streetwear Editorials
The Sam Steele by Andrek Portrait Series is Biker-Chic
Hyperreal Caped Crusaders
Hot Toys Releases a Life-Like Batman Figurine
Silicone Surfer Watches
The Nixon 'Supertide' Summer 2012 Design Measures Tides and Sunsets
Dressy Gamer Accessories
The Video Game Bow Ties by Crashed Hope Designs are Geeky
Stabbed Pop Culture Characters
The Hello Kitty Knife Set by Raffeale Iannello is Brutally Cute
British Transit Lookbooks
The Slam City Skates 2013 S/S Collection Takes Over London
Terrific Twin Timepieces
The Paul Kweton 'Spli-T-ime' Watch Sees Doubles
Artfully Compressed Garments
The Comme des Garcons Spring 2013 Collection is Stunning
Luxe Law Enforcement Runways
The Ellus Fall/Winter 2013 Collection is Policeman Inspired
Superhero Kitchen Getups
The Superwoman and Superman Aprons are for the Domestically Inclined
Dark Knight Weapons
The Batarang Pocket Knife Could Turn You Into a Vigilante
Adorably Nerdy Cosmetics
The Hello Kitty 'Head of The Class' Palette is Geek Chic
Vigilantie Disposable Flasks (UPDATE)
'The Original Disposable Flask' is Perfect for Busy Boozers
Nocturnal Superhero Hangers
These Bat Hangers Will Get You Hooked on Gotham's Vigilante
Comic-Like Headache Ads
The Anador Campaign Promotes Pain-Free Scenarios
Resurrected Magazine Apps
The Launching Six iPad App Brings Back COMME des GARCONS' Fashion Mag
Wacky Cartoon Adventurer Shades
The Adventure Time Sunglasses Showcase Finn and Jake
Cartoon Hoodlum Caps
The DGK x Tokidoki Collaboration Uses New Era Snapbacks for Its Canvas
Musically Commemorative Sneakers
Vans x Iron Maiden Shoes Represent 'The Number of the Beast' Hit
Cartoon-Inspired Loungewear
Get Cozy with Adventure Time Slippers of Best Buds Finn and Jake
Cross Continent Cartoon Mash-Ups
Jose Armillas Nieves Melds 'My Neighbor Totoro' with 'Futurama'
Lavish Platform Skate Shoes
These Platform Vans are Fresh, Funky and Fashion-Forward
Feathered Designer Timepieces
The Dior The VIII Grand Bal Watch Takes Flight
Jam-Packed Cartoon Pictorials
Andy Ristaino Fills His Imaginative Drawings to His Canvas' Capacity
Mustache-Clad Runways
The Joao Pimenta Fall 2013 Runway Captures the Movember Season
Heroic Thought Graphics
The ‘What’s Batman Thinking’ Infographic is Hilariously
Feminine Street Swagger Photography
The Shawty Oyster Magazine Editorial Captures Extreme Glamour
Sci-Fi Comic Book Mash-Ups
The Marvel x Star Wars Illustrations Depict Two Assets Owned by Disney
Electric Tribal-Printed Sneakers
The Vans Van Doren 59s Shoes are Influenced by Vintage Patterns
Cozy Insultated Skater Shoes
The Vans LXVI Collection Expands to Winter Footwear
Artistic Assassin Footwear
The Creed Converse Shoes by DeviantART User Technofortomcats are Divine
Quirky Cartoon Neck Ties
This Adventure Time Bow Tie is an Eccentric Accent to Any Outfit
Quirky Cult Cartoon Hats
You Don’t have to Pick Sides with this Adventure Time Accessory
Super-Heroine-Styled Shoes
The Wonder Woman Converse All Star Lo Tops are Fiercely Female
Heavy Metal Fan Footwear
The Metallica Sneakers Help You Rock While You Walk
Adorable Kitty Meme Pendants
The Nyan Cat Necklace by Sugar and Vice Designs is Internet-Inspired
Eco-Focused Brand Collabs
EKOCYCLE by Coca-Cola and will.i.am Educates Consumers On Recyling
Vigilante Laptop Accessories
The Batman Decals Will Geek Out Your Computer in a Flash
Famed Model Holiday Lookbooks
Chanel Iman Shines Bright in Forever21's Holiday Campaign
Cartoon Cat Timekeepers
The Nooka Zub Zirc 20 Hello Kitty Watch is Adorable
Gamified Animation Apps
Cartoon Network CN 2.0 App Lets Kids Watch TV & Play Games Simultaneously
Caped Crusader Housecoats
The Batman Bathrobe Will Keep You Cozy in Superhero Style
Gotham Pop Parodies
The Dark Knight Pays Tribute to Pop Music in a Justin Bieber Batman Parody
Mocking Nirvana Sunglasses
Jeremy Scott's 'Shiny Smile' Shades Mimic Band Styles
Day of the Dead Droid Tees
These Star Wars Afterlife Shirts are Humorous and Edgy
Playfully Sketched Dishes
The Anna Johnstone Hand Illustrated Plates Are All One-of-a-Kind