Hello Kitty, a treasured darling from Japanese entertainment company Sanrio, has been delighting fans of all ages across the globe. With over 50 product lines available in just about 130 countries, and a whopping revenue of $575.3 million in 2022, this treasured friendship pal and cultural phenomenon has certainly made her mark on the world.
In honor of the legendary Japanese brand’s 50th-anniversary celebration, we dug a little deeper and found six must-have collabs that are the stuff that retro dreams are made of.
1. Hello Kitty Strawberry Milk CP-81 Portable Cassette Player
If there is one thing that we know Hello Kitty doesn’t shy away from, it is adding a touch of retro to her accessories. This ultra-cute cassette player and headphone combo features a creamy white and cotton candy color scheme, with a cute milkshake design to add a bit of extra flavor.
2. Hello Kitty and Friends x Igloo® School Bus Playmate Elite 16 Qt Cooler
IGLOO certainly knows how to keep things cool – especially when it comes to picnics or road trips to the beach.
If you love holidays or weekend getaways in the outdoors, this is a perfect, easy-to-carry cooler to take everything with you on the go. This cooler comfortably fits 30 cans of whatever beverages your day requires.
3. Hello Kitty x Crocs Adult Siren Heeled Clog
Take your shoe game to the next level with these crossover kicks. Available in various sizes, these stylish Crocs are super comfy and available with cute accessories, they pair beautifully with any outfit that calls for a little bit of swag.
4. Hello Kitty x Polaroid 600 Strawberry Milk Instant Film Camera
Retro tech gets even sweeter with this cute Polaroid camera made by Retrospekt and Sanrio.
The eye-catching pink and white color palette gives this Polaroid camera so much appeal. Using vintage, refurbished components, this Polaroid camera works with any 600 Polaroid pack. This Retrospekt x Sanrio collab is a throwback to the Millennials and Gen Xers who grew up taking pictures with the original Polaroid cameras.
5. Sunglasses galore
Every stylish kitty knows that sun protection needn’t be boring – especially if you choose gorgeous sunnies with a trendy twist.
Hello Kitty x MVMT Trap Sunglasses in Petal Blush showcase the iconic bow, and with its ultra-fashionable detachable charm, you get extra style power for any outfit pairing. If your style is more on the edgy side, Hello Kitty x REVÉ by RENÉ Biu Biu Sunglasses (Black Beauty) will be the perfect compliment to your outfit.
Also showing a gorgeous bow detail, this quirky pair of shades comes with a signature case to keep them perfectly safe. Whichever pair of shades you choose, they have you covered with 100% UV protection, keeping you comfortable wherever you go.
6. Hello Kitty 14K Yellow Gold Pavé Diamond Ring With Enamel Bow
Bring on the bling with this 14K Yellow Gold Pavé Diamond Ring. A gorgeous accessory for when you need an extra bit of sparkle, this stylish design comes with its own pretty box, making it a perfect gift for someone special too.
But wait, there’s more
Our favorite cat is showing no signs of slowing down, and with her latest collabs, she continues to set the scene for fashion-forward accessories and tech. Stay up to date with everything this sweet feline gets up to by following her on social media – Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, TikTok, and YouTube.
From Sanrio
For her 50th anniversary, Hello Kitty will usher in a new age of friendship, and with it, new opportunities to spread kindness with impactful programming and partnerships that will make every day just a little bit better. To stay in the loop on all of the anniversary fun, follow @hellokitty on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, Pinterest, and subscribe to the YouTube Channel.