When we think of Walt Disney, the first thought that comes to mind is a mouse named Mickey. We all grew up watching Disney movies, the Mickey Mouse Club and couldn’t wait for our first trip to Disneyland or Disneyworld. It’s hard to believe that Mickey Mouse will turn 84 years old this November! Even though Mickey and his gang have been around for over 80 years, the Disney brand continues to create trends – even in today’s fashion industry. 
Designer Marc Jacobs created a Mickey Mouse headband that retailed for $650. The headband is black with two furry puff balls attached to each side. This headband gives a modern look from the old Mickey or Minnie ears you can buy at Disney theme parks. Another high-end designer, Jeremy Scott, designed a Mickey Mouse inspired military helmet. The helmet was so hot that Rihanna wore it in her music video for “Hard.” Scott also designed Lady Gaga’s Mickey Mouse outfit for her video, “Paparazzi.”
Retail stores like Urban Outfitters, Forever 21 and H&M have also recently carried Mickey Mouse inspired clothing. In 2009, model Chanel Iman found her inner mouse, as she was featured in Vogue Germany wearing Minnie Mouse ears and clothing. In the latest edition of Elle France, photographer David Burton captures Heather Marks throughout Disneyland. The spread is a beautiful mix of childish memories with an adult edge. One can’t help but feel inspired by these photos to find your inner child and imagination.
Walt Disney said it best in 1954, “I only hope that we never lose sight of one thing – that it was all started by a mouse.”
~~ By Jacqueline Cunning
