Loungefly has teamed up with Disney to launch a new line of officially licensed accessories based on the film Tangled. The collection features three character-centric items available through select retailers and official Loungefly channels.

The $115 Pascal Crossbody and $90 Glow Backpack

The centerpiece of the new collaboration is the Pascal Figural Crossbody Bag, which carries a price tag of $115. According to the report, this specific accessory utilizes pebble material and padded applique to create a three-dimensional effect, complete with a retractable tongue designed to add an interactive element for the wearer.

Complementing the chameleon-themed bag is the Tangled Rapunzel Glow Mini Backpack , priced at $90. This item features debossed detailing and a hidden moving rivet, and as reported, it includes a glow-in-the-dark design depicting Rapunzel swinging, providing dedicated space for Disney pin collectors to display their additions.

Rounding out the trio is a more accessible entry point: the Tangled Pascal Cookie Zip Around Card Holder.. Sold for $26, this compact wallet features four card slots and embroidered details showing Pascal holding a cookie, blending utility with the film's whimsical aesthetic.

Allison Burckin's vision for a 'wearable art piece'

The design philosophy for the collection focused heavily on character personality, specifically the traits of the chameleon Pascal. Allison Burckin , the Senior Creative Director at Loungefly, stated that the goal was to capture the "playful, funny, and silly" nature of the character through the physical form of the bag.

Burckin noted that Pascal's distinct silhouette made him the ideal candidate for a figural bag. By emphasizing expressive eyes and the aforementioned retractable tongue, Loungefly aimed to transform a standard accessory into what Burckin describes as a "wearable art piece" that tells a story through its construction.

Teagan Croft and the live-action Tangled transition

This merchandise launch is strategically timed to coincide with the pre-production of a live-action adaptation of Tangled. The upcoming film features a cast including Teagan Croft as Rapunzel, Milo Manheim as Flynn Rider, and Kathryn Hahn as Mother Gothel, signaling Disney's broader effort to modernize its 2010 animated hits for a new generation.

The release of these accessories serves as a bridge between the original 2010 film—a staple of the Disney Renaissance era—and the new cinematic version. By leveraging the enduring popularity of the animated characters, Disney and Loungefly are capitalizing on nostalgia to build momentum for the live-action project while it remains in development.

The controversy over the Kingdom's tapestries

Despite the excitement surrounding the new gear, the transition to live-action has not been without friction. the report notes that some fans have already expressed criticism regarding early design choices for the new film, specifically pointing to alterations made to the Kingdom's tapestries.

This tension leaves several questions unanswered regarding the creative direction of the reboot. It remains unclear how Disney plans to address these aesthetic concerns or if the live-action film will deviate further from the visual language of the 2010 original. While the Loungefly collection celebrates the animated look, the actual film may present a starkly different visual experience that has yet to be fully revealed to the public.