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October 12, 2023

Disney auctioning off Beyonce's 'Black is King' catsuit and other designer pieces to celebrate 100th anniversary

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In celebration of 100 years of Disney, the company has commissioned 100 extra-special pieces from artists, designers and visionaries across the globe for an auction that will benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation.

Items up for grabs include Beyoncé's iconic "Black is King" catsuit, a one-of-a-kind Maison Margiela tee featuring Mickey Mouse and a sculpture that pays tribute to the late designer Virgil Abloh.

"100 years of storytelling, 100 special contributions by renowned creative visionaries," Disney states on the auction's official page. "For 100 years, Disney stories have inspired creators, influenced pop-culture and connected generations across the world. To mark its 100th anniversary, Disney invited world-renowned creative visionaries across fashion, film, music and art, to make special contributions inspired by their personal connection to Disney's stories and characters. Each could also nominate an emerging talent representing the future of creativity to be part of the program."

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The auction takes place across 18 countries from Oct. 12-30.

Disney kicked off the occasion with a $1 million donation to Make-A-Wish globally to help fund countless experiences for terminally critically ill children. The foundation's goals include more than simply gifting good times to the kids, though, as they elucidate in their official mission statement, "For wish kids, just the act of making their wish come true can give them the courage to comply with their medical treatments. Parents might finally feel like they can be optimistic. And still others might realize all they have to offer the world through volunteer work or philanthropy."

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Explore the full auction here, and check out some of our favorite highlights below.

"Black is King" catsuit worn by Beyoncé

PHOTO: The catsuit worn by Beyoncé in the movie, "Black is King," streaming on Disney+, will be donated to Disney Create 100 in support of Make-A-Wish foundation.
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The catsuit worn by Beyoncé in the movie, "Black is King," streaming on Disney+, will be donated to Disney Create 100 in support of Make-A-Wish foundation.

This printed catsuit, taken straight from the singer's epic "Black is King" musical film (stream it on Disney+), is available now with the bids starting at $1,500 and rising slowly.

Tommy Hilfiger and Clarence Ruth of Cotte D'armes Polo Gown

PHOTO: The polo gown, inspired by Tommy Hilfiger and Disney princess attire, donated by Clarence Ruth.
Disney
The polo gown, inspired by Tommy Hilfiger and Disney princess attire, donated by Clarence Ruth.

This innovative design blends the worlds of Hilfiger and Disney by utilizing the designer's penchant for preppy, all-American pieces like the polo shirts, while whisking in the fantastical whimsy of a princess gown. Designer and artist Clarence Ruth donated the gown to the auction, writing on Instagram that it was a "true honor to be a part of this remarkable celebration, which embodies the essence of blessing, inspiring, and supporting others."

"The influence of iconic brands like @disney and @tommyhilfiger has been a continuous source of inspiration, empowering me to foster ambitious dreams," Ruth wrote. "These brands have played a pivotal role in shaping my vision... As the creative process unfolded, I found myself drawn to the idea of The Polo Gown, a creation that harmoniously encapsulates the timeless elegance of Tommy Hilfiger’s preppy polo shirt and the enchanting, whimsical aura synonymous with Disney. This symbiotic fusion encapsulates both worlds, resulting in a design that transcends convention."

Maison Margiela Recicla one-of-a-kind piece with Mickey Mouse

PHOTO: Maison Margiela contributed this one-of-one Recicla t-shirt inspired by the original Disney icon, Mickey Mouse.
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Maison Margiela contributed this one-of-one Recicla t-shirt inspired by the original Disney icon, Mickey Mouse.

Maison Margiela donated this one-of-a-kind piece, part of the Recicla collection (a portmanteau of "recycle" and "replica"), reworked from a Mickey Mouse tee shirt found in Los Angeles in the 1980s. The reworking happened the design house's Paris atelier, and the top was featured in the Co-Ed 2023 collection.

Disney x TH Varsity Jacket

PHOTO: Donated by Tommy Hilfiger, the varsity jacket features Manga Mickey & Friends.
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Donated by Tommy Hilfiger, the varsity jacket features Manga Mickey & Friends.

Another Tommy Hilfiger piece up on the auction block is this ultra-cool varsity jacket that echoes the blending of Disney and TH like the gown above by placing a unique double Mickey Mouse patch on the back of a classic varsity jacket, which boasts top-notch construction and quality. The piece, in keeping with the others you see here, is a one-off.

Custom Princess Tiana letterman jacket by Coline Creuzot

PHOTO: Houston native, singer-songwriter Coline Creuzot, donated this custom baseball-style letterman jacket featuring Princess Tiana from the 2009 Disney classic, "The Princess and The Frog."
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Houston native, singer-songwriter Coline Creuzot, donated this custom baseball-style letterman jacket featuring Princess Tiana from the 2009 Disney classic, "The Princess and The Frog."

Another varsity jacket, this one features the beloved Disney princess Tiana from "The Princess and the Frog" and was donated by artist and singer/songwriter Coline Creuzot. Featuring the quote, "Never lose sight of what's really important: Love," the jacket is a gorgeous baby blue shade with delicate stitching that renders it a gorgeous display piece (not apparel) for any Disney collector.

Cactus Buddy! Goofy Fan Club

PHOTO: A special edition Cactus Buddy! figurine featuring the character dressed as a member of the Goofy Fan Club, by Cactus Plant Flea Market.
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A special edition Cactus Buddy! figurine featuring the character dressed as a member of the Goofy Fan Club, by Cactus Plant Flea Market.

Best known for the viral, off-kilter McDonald's toys that sold out quickly when released in 2022, Cactus Buddy is back with a new iteration of their smiling cutie -- and now it's a certified member of the Goofy Fan Club. The collectible toy comes with Goofy raglan shirt and a floppy-eared hat with the face of the lovable, anthropomorphic dog.

"For Art's Sake" -- Archival inkjet print of a collage of Mickey Mouse

PHOTO: An archival inkjet print of Brazilian artist Vik Muniz's comic book collage "For Art's Sake," donated by Vik Muniz.
Vik Muniz via Disney
An archival inkjet print of Brazilian artist Vik Muniz's comic book collage "For Art's Sake," donated by Vik Muniz.

Donated by artist Vik Muniz, this print comes from his renowned 2023 series "Gibi" and is a comic book collage inspired by various Disney comics and their most recognizable characters, including Mickey, Minnie and Goofy.

"Structural Sorcerer" -- a "Sorcerer's Apprentice" Mickey sculpture

PHOTO: "The Structural Sorcerer," a sorcerers apprentice Mickey sculpture donated by Virgil Abloh Securities' design firm, Alaska Alaska, is a reinterpretation of Virgil Abloh's iconic grid furniture series and his 2018 Mickey Mouse illustration.
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"The Structural Sorcerer," a sorcerers apprentice Mickey sculpture donated by Virgil Abloh Securities' design firm, Alaska Alaska, is a reinterpretation of Virgil Abloh's iconic grid furniture series and his 2018 Mickey Mouse illustration.

Created to honor the late design genius Virgil Abloh, "Structural Sorcerer" was donated this year by his design firm, ALASKA ALASKA. It uses Abloh's grid furniture series as structural inspiration and draws on his 2018 Mickey Mouse illustration.

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