Sesame Workshop, Isaac Mizrahi Debut Fashion Collaboration

Isaac Mizrahi teamed up with Sesame Workshop for a new collection of kids’ wear, plush, and accessories in celebration of Sesame Street‘s 50th anniversary.

The Isaac Mizrahi Loves Sesame Street collection pairs Mizrahi’s prints, concepts, and signature aesthetic with colors and characters from the iconic series.

“For our 50th anniversary, we knew we wanted to collaborate with a world-class designer whose work would reflect the exuberance and vitality of Sesame Street,” says Gabriela Arenas, vice president of licensing, North America, Sesame Workshop. “Isaac was the perfect choice. His instincts are spot-on, and we’re excited about the smart, happy, and colorful collection that he will introduce.”

“Sesame Street is all about embracing your individuality and appreciating diversity in all its forms,” Mizrahi says. “Sesame Street is joy, and I’ve been so inspired by the characters and the messaging, and they’ve impacted my life and designs for this collection.”

Products in the new collection include infant and toddler apparel, soft plush toys, kids’ backpacks, kids’ furry outerwear, and cold weather hats featuring favorite characters such as Elmo, Cookie Monster, Abby Cadabby, and more. The collection is available via Xcel Brands at Macy’s Bloomingdale’s, Zappos.com, and STATE Bags.

Mizrahi once designed a special tuxedo for Elmo.

Not many people get to design a special tuxedo just for @Elmo, but @IsaacMizrahi did! Find out why this is his favorite Sesame Street memory. #ThisIsMyStreet pic.twitter.com/scbAy605us

— Sesame Street (@sesamestreet) November 2, 2019

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