# Disney Character Bags Coach's New Disney Collection Features Playfully Redesigned Bags By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2016-06-10 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/disney-collection References: [refinery29](http://www.refinery29.com/2016/06/113405/disney-mickey-mouse-coach-collaboration-2016) & [facebook](https://www.facebook.com/coach) On June 17th, [Coach](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coach-1) is set to release its nostalgia-inducing [Disney](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forever-21-x-disney) collection. With colorful hues and playfully redesigned shapes, the new collection is perfect for those who are still young at heart. The collaborative Disney collection is inspired by Mickey Mouse, who is arguably the most iconic Disney character of them all. With the famous cartoon mouse as a point of reference, the new collection features everything from [bags with giant mouse ears](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mickey-mouse-friends-ski) to cartoon-covered T-shirts. The new pieces are meant to be playful and carefree while still showcasing Coach's expertly crafted designs. As Coach's Creative Director Stuart Vevers explains, "I've always seen Mickey as a playful rebel at heart and a timeless symbol of joy and creativity. That spirit reinforces the new youthful perspective we are bringing to luxury at Coach." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.2/10 - Popularity: 83% | Activity: 65% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Media](https://www.trendhunter.com/media) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Nostalgia-inspired Collections:** The Disney collection by Coach taps into nostalgia and playfulness, offering an opportunity for other fashion brands to create collaborations with beloved characters. - **Cartoon-inspired Fashion:** The use of cartoon characters and playful designs in the Coach Disney collection opens up a space for designers to explore whimsical and eye-catching fashion trends. - **Luxury Brand Collaborations:** Coach's partnership with Disney provides an opportunity for luxury brands to collaborate with popular entertainment franchises and expand their consumer base. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** The Disney collection by Coach demonstrates the potential for fashion brands to tap into nostalgia and bring playful designs to their collections. - **Entertainment:** The collaboration between Coach and Disney highlights the value of partnerships between fashion and entertainment industries, opening up new avenues for co-branded products and experiences. - **Consumer Goods:** The demand for nostalgic and character-inspired merchandise, as seen in Coach's Disney collection, presents an opportunity for consumer goods companies to create similar collaborations and capitalize on the trend. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Back-To-School Disney-Inspired Fashion Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forever-21-x-disney.md) - [Character Clog Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/classic-characters-collection.md) - [Whimsical Character-Inspired Statement Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aldo-x-disney.md) - [Cozy Cartoon-Themed Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pleasing-3.md) - [Expansive Athleisure Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-disney-store.md) - [Collaborative Cartoon Suitcases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/globetrotter-x-disney-carryon-case.md) - [Cartoon-Themed Performance Wear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/disney-x-lululemon.md) - [Cartoon Duck-Inspired Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/disney-x-karl-lagerfeld.md) - [Wintry Disney Ski Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mickey-mouse-friends-ski.md)