Beano and Dandy children’s collection by McCartney

Fashion designer Stella McCartney has announced a new collection for children featuring famous characters from the much-loved Dandy and Beano comics.

The line will include Minnie the Minx, Korky the Cat and Dinah Mo designs on T-shirts, jeans and velvet puffers for boys and girls.

The designer’s father Sir Paul McCartney had a cameo feature in The Dandy’s final issue in 2012.

She said: “The Beano was a huge part of my childhood and the rebellious and fun nature celebrated in the comic led the design process of the new collection.

“Following the success of The Dandy women’s range last year, we were keen celebrate the next generation of Beano fans with a sustainable and practical range for kids who still share that ‘Beano’ spirit of these iconic characters.” The AW18 range is designed for girls, boys and babies and is available in sizes new-born to 14+ years.

Emma Scott, CEO at Beano Studios, said: “In this new range, Stella brings famous Beano and Dandy heroes to life in a new and dynamic way, which connect with Beano children of today.”

The new range will be stocked at Stella McCartney online and selected stores from June.