October's Very Own (OVO), a Toronto-based streetwear label founded by superstar rapper Drake, has teamed up with Disney to launch the OVO x Disney SS22 collection. The new offering arrives shortly after the brand's release of its other pop-culture-themed collaborative collection with Scarface.
The concise capsule consists of garments including t-shirts, crewneck sweatshirts, and hoodies, the majority of which feature an old-school Mickey Mouse animation. Some pieces also feature Donald Duck and Goofy, such as the Dream Team hockey crewneck. In addition, the collection delivers a few hockey-inspired pieces, such as the Sherwood hockey jerseys, drawing from the brand's Canadian roots.
The OVO x Disney SS22 collection is set to drop Friday, February 25 at physical OVO store locations and online via OVO's website.
Iconic Cartoon-Themed Streetwear
Drake's OVO Launches the OVO X Disney SS22 Collection
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