These unexpected fashion collaborations range from auto-themed manicure collections to cartoon-clad birkin bags that alter the way one looks at high end luxury. More and more, designers are expanding their talents and are aiming to appeal to a wide range of consumers.
A great example is Dior designer Raf Simons who is known for his past work at Jil Sander and for his covetable namesake brand. While the designer is associated with high-end luxury, he is consistently collaborating with affordable labels like Eastpak and Adidas and proving that his designs are as versatile as his vast consumer base.
In addition to Raf Simons, beverage brand Coca Cola is constantly putting their foot in the fashion game with clothing collections and speciality products that are inspired by all things style-themed. Moreover, luxury brand Hermes recently updated their best-selling product, the Birkin bag during a cartoon-inspired collaboration with animation studio Disney.
40 Unexpected Fashion Collaborations
From Cartoon-Clad Birkin Bags to Auto-Inspired Manicure Lines:
Jana Pijak — Oct 27, 2014 — Pop Culture
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Bohemian Bridal Collaborations
The Stone Fox Bride x Honor Collection Modernizes the Wedding Dress
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Tropical Athletic Collections
Adidas Originals x The Farm Company Collaboration Celebrates Brazil
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Wearable Art Accessories
The Eastpak Artist Studio 2013 Collection Raises Charity Funds
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Disney Wedding Dresses
Alfred Angelo Releases His Latest Designs for the Fairy Tale Collection
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Dotted Designer Collaborations (UPDATE)
The Yayoi Kusama for Louis Vuitton Collection is Spunky
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Glitzy Selfie Sombreros
Dress to Impress with the Acer Selfie-Hat
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Galactic Film Sneakers
The Vans Vault 2014 Collection is a Joint Force with Star Wars
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Collaborative Soda Shoes
Pepsi Branches into Fashion with a Team-Up with Del Toro Footwear
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Anime Couture Mashups (UPDATE)
The Dragon Ball Z x HMN ALNS “Anniversary Pack” Gets a
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Technicolor Sportswear Collaborations
The Mary Katrantzou adidas Originals Line is Eye-Catching
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Tropical Grunge Apparel
This Agyness Deyn x Dr. Martens Collection Channels a 70s Surf-Punk
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Affordable Couture Collections
The Versace H&M Collaboration Brings High Fashion to Low Prices
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Fierce Makeup Collaborations
The Mac Cosmetics Nasty Gal Collection is Full of Deep Vibrant Hues
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Luxe Auto-Matching Handbags
The Louis Vuitton/BMW Collab Makes Drivers Fashionably Coordinated
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Cat-Inspired Cosmetic Collections
Karl Lagerfeld for Shu Uemura Stars the Designer's Beloved Pet
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Club Kid Couture
Sarah Corcoran Designer Collaboration is a Raver's Dream Come True
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Celeb-Designed Lingerie
Penelope Cruz Designs the L’Agent by Agent Provocateur Spring 2014 Line
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Vibrant Shifting Smartphone Dresses
Nokia Teams Up with Fyodor Golan to Mix Tech with Fashion
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Graphical Accessory Collaborations
The MCM x Stefan Strumbel Collection is Primary School Chic
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Charitable Musical Collections
The OBEY Awarness Collection Partners with Adam Yauch's Foundation
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Girl Band Designer Collaborations
Meadham Kirchhoff Teams Up with Topshop Once Again
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Collaborative Cartoon Fashion
Disney Designer Fashion Extends to Cinderella-Printed Birkin Bags
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Fashionable Cartoon Collaborations
The Simpsons Hello Kitty Collection Honors Two Anniversaries
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Soda-Inspired Nail Polishes
The Coca-Cola by OPI Collection is Made with Iconic Beverages in Mind
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Designer Rucksack Collaborations
The Raf Simons x Eastpak Collection is Youthfully Modern
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Extravagant 3D Invitations
Barney's Lady Gaga Workshop Invitations Were Delivered to a Lucky Few
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Kitten-Eared Jewlery Collections
The Erin Fetherston x JewelMint Collaboration Collection is Cute
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Luxury Popstar Pop-Ups (UPDATE)
Barneys Gaga's Workshop Soon to be Unveiled
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Couture Soda Pop
The New Coca-Cola Light Designed and Shot by Karl
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Tribal Serpent Makeup
The Santigold for Smashbox Cosmetics Collection Matches All Skin Colors
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Unlikely Fashion Collaborations
Saks Fifth and SNL Team Up for a Key to the Cure Collection
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Counterfeit-Inspired Celebrity Fashions
The M.I.A. x Versus Versace Collection is Crime-Inspired
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Botanically Casual Collaborations
The Raf Simons x Mr Porter Collection is Clad in Flower Prints
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Chic Parisian Smartphone Shells
Garance Dore Creates Stationary and Cases with a French Kiss
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Motorized Manicure Collaborations
OPI is Teaming Up with Ford to Drive a Line of Nail Polish
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Lo-Fi Computing Decor
The Roberto Piqueras x PAOM Collection Matches the Designer's Edgy Fashions
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Dark-Lipped Celebrity Cosmetics
The Lorde x MAC Collection Provides the Perfect Dark Lip
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Eerie Collaborative Couture Films
H&M x Maison Martin Margiela Puts a Spin on the Fashion Video
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Comic Book Cosmetics
The MAC x Archie Comics Announcement has Fans Pumped
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Disney Princess Cosplays
Ultimate Fans Make Themselves Over to Look Like Favorite Cartoon Heroine
Sleepily Sensual Ads
The Nordstrom Lingerie 'Summer Undercover' Campaign Stars Camille Rowe
Timeless Sheath Wedding Dresses
The BHLDN Fall 2014 Bridal Collection is Flowy and Feminine
Flamboyant Superhero Mash-Ups
This Superhero Photo Series Features Avengers in Hello Kitty Gear
Cartoon Iconography Runways
The Bobby Abley Spring/Summer 2015 Collection is Little Mermaid Themed
Tropical Sportswear Collections
Adidas Originals Collaborates with The Farm Company Brazil
Ethereally Romantic Wedding Gowns
The Monique Lhuillier 2015 Bridal Collection Channels Daydreams
Bohemian Bridal Couture
The Lover White Magick Part 3 Lookbook is Romantic and Chic
Illusionary Beauty Editorials
The Nonsens TUSH Image Series Plays with Perception
3D-Printed Fingernails
TheLaserGirls Manicures Give Dimension to Your Polish Job
Idyllic Island Lookbooks
The Zimmermann Resort Swim 2014 Lookbook is Sensual and Sophisticated
Hype-Inducing Halftime Shows
Pepsi's Been There Since the First Halftime (SPONSORED)
Bewitching Amulet Editorials
Sarah Lovrien Photographs Alexandra Rabe for C-Heads
Seductively Tribal Lookbooks
The Child Of Wild 'Apocalyptic Romance' Catalog Stars Rayne Ivanushka
Ethereal Bridal Photoshoots
Lindsay Ellingson is the Face of the Latest La Sposa Campaign
Intensely Overused Blush Editorials
Hanna Svensson Stands Out in Dansk Magazine Spring 2014 Issue
Charity Pop-Up Shops
The Street Store Provides Shopping Experience for Homeless Individuals
Enchanting Princess Swimsuits
The Snow White Swimsuit is Perfect for Disney Fanatics
Opulent Wedding Dresses
Julien Macdonald's Mermaid-Inspired Gown is Priced at 6.5 Million Dollars
Retro Nail Wraps
The Orbit Ring Nail Wraps By NCLA Add An Extra Sleek Finish To Manicures
Celestial Bridal Campaigns
Emily Didonato is a Divine Vision in the Latest Pronovias Ads
Tropical Athletic Collections
Adidas Originals x The Farm Company Collaboration Celebrates Brazil
Golden Winged Sneakers
The Latest adidas Originals by Jeremy Scott Shoe Boasts the Midas Touch
Intergalactic Prom Dresses
This Girl is the Envy of Her Class with This Star Wars Prom Dress Idea
Vivid Sportswear Collections
The Adidas Originals Women's Colourblock Capsule Collection is Bold
Chicly Understated Streetwear
The OBEY Women's Fall 2014 Branches Out of Its Comfort Zone
Disney Wedding Dresses
Alfred Angelo Releases His Latest Designs for the Fairy Tale Collection
Custom-Fit Lingerie
True&Co;'s Uniform Lingerie Collection Sourced Fit Data From Thousands of Wome
Life-Size Edible Statues
Karl Lagerfeld Creates a Chocolate Statue of Favorite Model
Iconic Soda Clothing Collections
The Pepsi Live for Now Campaign Now Includes Streetwear
Innovative Nail Varnish Printers
This Nail Polish Machine Mixes From Your Stylish Inspirations
Electric 80s Editorials
The Sigrid Agren Fire and Desire Cover Story is Retro-Infused
Boldly Embellished Couture Editorials
Ezra Petronio Shot Anja Rubik for Love 11 S/S 2014
Street Smart Photoshoots
The OBEY Fall/Winter Urban Shoot Takes to the Street
Fantastical Regal Editorials
The Schon Magazine 'Queen Henriett' Photoshoot Stars Henriett Barabas
Ethereal Wedding Lingerie
White over White (over White) by Iban Montero is Fit for a Bride
Ethereal Sheath Wedding Dresses
The Latest Reem Acra Collection is Fit for a Fairy Princess
Artistic Tribal Editorials
Nykhor Paul Stars in the Latest Elle Mexico May 2014 Issue
24 Carat Gold Manicures
The MINE Luxury Nail Lacquer Gold Polish Will Have Your Nails Sparkling
Famous Family Makeup Collaborations
The Osbournes for MAC Cosmetics Will Be a Hit Specialty Line
Rustic Wedding Dress Lookbooks
The Zuhair Murad Spring 2015 Bridal Collection is a Fairy Tale
Posh Powder Room Editorials
The Glass Magazine Summer 2014 Rhoda Photoshoot is Set in a Washroom
Dotted Sneaker Collections
The Adidas Originals Drip Dot Camo Collection for F/W 2014 is Artistic
Bold Lipstick Cancer Campaigns
The Red Lippy Project Raises Awareness on Cervical Cancer
Effortlessly Youthful Fashions
The Joie De Vivre Collection by Madewell Boasts Understated Looks
Cartoon Feline Pastries
Kitty’s Promenade Bakery Offers a Variety of Hello Kitty Bread Flavors
Galactic Wedding Rings
These Star Wars Engagement Rings are Out of This World
Greenhouse Lingerie Editorials
The Remix Magazine 'Midnight Garden' Photoshoot Stars Alys Hale
Geometric Charity Handbags
Fendi Collaborates with Artists to Produce Variations on Peekaboo Line
Romantically Whimsical Accessories
These Bohemian Hair Accessories by Jennifer Behr are Dazzling
Disney-Inspired Makeup
The Mac Cosmetics x Maleficent Collection is Dark and Villainous
Vibrant Spring Beauty Looks
The ESSENCE Magazine March 2014 Photoshoot Stars Lupita Nyong’o
Circus-Themed Cosmetic Captures
Glassbook's Under Wraps Beauty Story is Visually Vivid
Dynamically-Posed Fashion Ads
The Celine Spring 2014 Ad Campaign Appears Makeup-Free
Disney Princess Bridal Gowns
Frozen Wedding Dress is Inspired by Elsa's Inner Beauty
Candid Outback Editorials
Vogue Paris' June/July 2014 Issue Stars Model Karlie Kloss
Equatorial Sportswear Lookbooks
The adidas Originals FW 2014 Collection Gets Tropical
Beloved Bear Bottle Stoppers
Nendo Designed Winnie the Pooh Glassware for Walt Disney Japan
Pop Culture LEGO Cats
This Cat LEGO Series Recreates Famous Cats with LEGO Pieces
Versatile Wedding Dresses
The Reformation Fall Bridal Collection Can Be Worn for Other Occasions
Reflective Snakeskin Sneakers
The Adidas Originals ZX Flux Sneaker Introduces a New Material
Sultry Grayscale Editorials
Camille Rowe Stars in the Madame Figaro France June 2014 Cover Shoot
Comedian Slumber Party Editorials
The ‘SNL Sleepover’ is a Provocative Affair
Eccentric Avian Accessories
This Rooster Ring from Belovedwear Celebrates The Loud Farm Bird
Playful Disney Accessories
Disney For ASOS Incorporates Minnie Mouse into Your Wardrobe
Cornrowed Cowgirl Fashion Ads
The Chanel Metiers d’Art Paris-Dallas Campaign Stars Kristen Stewart
Artist Homage Beauty Editorials
Les Beaux Arts by Erwin Olaf Pays Homage to Art World Icons
Disney Princess GIFs
Artist Jessica Martinez Creates Poignant Minimalist Animated Art
Stylish Cruelty-Free Bags
PETA x Freedom of Animals' Bags are Chic and Considerate
Star Wars-Inspired Instruments
The C3PO Electric Guitar by Marc Potter Meshes Sci-Fi and Music
Affordable Quilted Couture
This Faux Leather Backpack from Necessary Clothing is Budget-Friendly
Charitable Cartoon Cat Macarons
The Pierre Hermé Hello Kitty Macarons Benefit Make-A-Wish HK
Spunky Boarding School Campaigns
The Chanel SS 2014 Campaign Screams Good Girl Gone Bad
Hello Kitty Art
40 Artists Create Original Works to Celebrate the Brand's 40th Anniversary
Scarlet Beauty Editorials
The Volt Magazine February 2014 Photoshoot Stars Tessa Antifave
Real-Life Disney Princesses
First Look at Frozen's Elsa on 'Once Upon a Time' Set
Mod Autonomous Automobiles
The BMW Honey Comb Concept Changes the Nature of Driving
Free-Play Backpacks
The Play Pack by Meg Czaja Encourages Unstructured Creativity and Imagination
Style-Conscious Cycling Bags
The Nanamica Cycling Pack is the Perfect Carryall for Bike Travellers
Intentionally Cumbersome Jewelry
Hana Karim's Unusual Jewelry Designs are Unusually Heavy
Combative Athletic Collections
The Adidas Originals Blue Collection is Inspired by the Military
Charitable Vintage Jeans
The Mission Denim Jeans Make You Look and Feel Good
Luminous Ethereal Vehicles
The 2015 BMW M4 Coupe Will Be Showcased at The 2014 NAIAS
Mixologist Soda Machines
The Pepsi Spire Encourages Users to Mix Together New Flavors
Zombified Disney Dresses
This Zombie Mickey Mouse Body Con Dress Turns Disney Sinister
Satin Militant Fashions
The New Marc Jacobs Collection Revamps Army Fashion for the Spring
Evolutionary Logo Infographics
This Logo Infographic Proves 'Apple's' Apple Wasn't Always So Sleek
Eerily Mirrored Fashion Ads
The Fendi Spring 2014 Campaign Stars Nadja Bender and Joan Smalls
Aqueous Cosmetic Collections
Packaging for MAC's Alluring Aquatic Makeup Looks Permanently Wet
Revived Classic Bike Concepts
The BMW R90R is the Bike of the Future
Intergalactic Phone Chargers
This R2 Astro Droids Charger Will Zap Your Phone Back to Life
Op Art Sneaker Ads
Alex Trochut's Footlocker Ads Celebrate the Retailer's Branding
Cartoon Character Cosmetics
The Marge Simpson x MAC Collection is Full of Bold Color Hues
Metallic Chrome Manicures
These Stick-On Metallic Nails are Ideal for Fashionistas
Romantic Comedian Editorials
The ELLE US August 2014 Cover Shoot Stars Kristen Wiig
Affordable Urbanite Couture
The Alexander Wang x H&M Collection Preview is Athletic-Themed
Fashionable Feline Cosmetic Ads
Karl Lagerfeld's Cat Choupette Will Star in a Shu Uemura Campaign
Vibrant Animal Print Shoes
The Adidas Originals Italia Independent Shoes Are Not For the Meek
Pink-Haired Eyewear Campaigns
This Charlotte Free Campaign Showcases Chanel's Elegant Accessories
Motorized Manicure Collaborations
OPI is Teaming Up with Ford to Drive a Line of Nail Polish
Rapper Pony Toys
My Little Kanye West by Mari Kasurinen is a Dubious Tribute
Intergalactic Staple Mosaics
This Star Wars Mosaic Uses Tens of Thousands of Staples
Artistic Disney Bracelets
These Charm Bracelets Come with Tiny Polymer Clay Princesses
Playful Soccer Vending Machines
The Pepsi Football Vending Machine Tests Your Soccer Skills
Button-Less Smartphone Concepts
Nokia's Normandy Android Interface Leaked at CES 2014
Behind-the-Scenes Songstress Photoshoots
The Teen Vogue May 2014 Cover Shoot Stars Lorde
Springy Beach Editorials
Jessica Hart Stars in the Porter Magazine #3 Summer 2014 Issue
Braided Beaded Bangs
FKA twigs Debuts a Hairstyle Worthy of a Modern Day Cleopatra
Heroic Frozen Carbonite Rugs
This Han Solo Rug Uses One of the Most Iconic Scenes for Inspiration
Robotic Sci-Fi Measurers
This Star Wars Measuring Cup Comes in the Classic R2D2 Shape
Pop Star Collaboration Logos
The Adidas Originals Pharrell Williams Logo is Funky and Modern
Sci-Fi Snowman Songs
Frozen Meets Star Wars in This Parody of Do You Want to Build a Snowman
Sci-Fi Candy Constructions
This Millennium Falcon is Made Using Star Wars M&Ms; Chocolates
Magical Sci-Fi Mashups
This Star Wars Harry Potter Fight is Filled with Special Effects
Universally Accessible Docking Stations
The All Dock Can Charge 6 Mobile Devices at Once
Stylish Knapsack Chargers
The Phorce Smart Bag Caters to All of Your Charging Needs
Story-Altering Clickable Ads
The New World Cup Pepsi Ad Lets Users Choose Their Own Journey
Feline Superhero Cakes
These Hello Kitty Wonder Woman Cakes are Incredibly Cute
Iconic Automobile Brand Bobsleds
The BMW Bobsled is Just In Time for The Winter Olympics
Feline Character Lights
This Hello Kitty Lamp Stylishly Glows Bright Colors
Galactic Sneak Peaks
A Guardians of the Galaxy Preview Will be Available at Disneyland Parks
Feline Puzzle Cubes
This Hello Kitty Rubik Cube Turns the Popular Anime Cat into a Game
Sleek Graphic Menswear
The OBEY Mens FW 2014 Stays Committed to Design Excellence
Pussycat Power Banks
This Hello Kitty Charger Station Lets You Power Up Multiple Devices
Car Chase Prank Commericals
The PepsiMax Commercial Proves to Fans That It is Not a Stunt
Image-Stabilizing Androids
The LG G Pro 2 is Going to be Packed with Photography Specifications
Disney Siren Carryalls
Shop Jeen's The Little Mermaid Backpack is a Nostalgic Blast from the Past
Prim Nail Varnish Lines
The Deborah Lippmann's Pastel Nail Polish Collection is Feminine
Comedy Skit Ice Cream
The Ben & Jerry's SNL Batches Will Have People Laughing for Ice Cream
Interactive Beverage Ads
The New Pepsi Ad Campaign Aims to Take Advantage of World Cup Buzz
Self-Steering Speed Cars
BMW Released its Self-Driving Car at CES 2014
Polished Powerful Sedans
The 2015 BMW M3 Makes a Big Splash at the 2014 Detroit Auto Show
Charmingly Floral Backpacks
The Herschel Supply Co. x Liberty of London Collection is Botanical
Futuristic Smartphone Safety Software
The Nokia Lumia Black was Released at CES 2014
Celeb Gaming Fundraisers
Will Ferrell Hates Cancer and is Playing Video Games for Charity
Nomadic Snowboarder Videos
The Adidas Nomad Series Showcases Snowboarding in Japan