LOEWE and Studio Ghibli collaborate once more for their third and final collection after releasing the Spirited Away collection last year. The collection features iconic characters from the beloved Howl’s Moving Castle film, including Kakashi no Kabu, Calcifer, and Markl in his bearded disguise. Similar to the previous release, the figures are depicted in classic LOEWE flair on various goods, including ready-to-wear clothing, bags, and accessories. While official imagery for the collection has not been released, consumers anticipate they will arrive in the near future.
The Studio Ghibli collection draws inspiration from Howl's Moving Castle and symbolizes the continued collaboration between the fashion company and the renowned Japanese animation studio. The LOEWE x Howl's Moving Castle collection will go on sale online beginning February 1 and will be available in stores starting February 2.
Classic Anime-Inspired Fashion
Loewe Announces Another Studio Ghibli-Themed Collaboration
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