Minnie Mouse's new pantsuit divides fans on internet

Disney revealed that the female character will swap her iconic red dress for a blue pantsuit

PARIS:

Minnie Mouse has a stylish new ensemble in her closet, but not everyone — especially not Candace Owens — is a fan.

Disneyland Paris announced Tuesday that the famous character will slip into her "First Ultrachic Pantsuit," designed by Stella McCartney, at its Parisian property. The look is a dark blue pantsuit featuring "a new take on her signature polka dots," with, of course, a matching bow. Minnie will sport the new clothes at Walt Disney Studios Park, one of the two theme parks on-site, beginning March 6, in honour of Women's History Month. It's one of the so-called "dazzling details" that will mark the resort's 30^th anniversary. 

Owens appeared on Fox News — where anchor Jesse Watters began the segment by saying that Disney is "totally changing Minnie Mouse" — hours later. The American author and activist said the company is "making Minnie more masculine," and she clearly did not approve. "This is why people don't take these people seriously," Owens added. "They're taking all of these things that nobody was offended by. It's like they have to get rid of them and destroy them because they're bored. You know, they're absolutely bored. They're trying to destroy fabrics of our society, pretending that there are issues."

She suggested such a change is an attempt to divert attention from real problems.  "So, everybody looks over here," Owens said. "Look at Minnie Mouse! Don't look at inflation, Jesse. Look at Minnie Mouse! The world is going forward because you've got her in a pantsuit. Never mind that you can't get anything at the grocery store and you can't buy a piece of bacon unless you've got $30 in your pocket. At least we're addressing the real problem, which is Minnie Mouse."

The topic also sparked a lot of comments on Twitter, where "Minnie Mouse" was trending Thursday.

People rightly pointed out that Minnie has worn multiple garments, including pants, over the years. In fact, a promotional video released by the park on the same day showed Minnie, as well as Mickey, Goofy, Donald, Daisy and more in a fashion show, modelling other new costumes they'll wear for the big event. In that, Minnie wears an iridescent pink dress.

Others compared the backlash to last week's announcement from candymaker Mars Wrigley that its M&Ms mascots have undergone a permanent makeover, a "fresh, modern take" on their appearances and personalities. Most notably, the female candies, now known simply as Brown and Green, changed their shoes. Brown wears lower high heels than she had in the past, while Green has traded high-heeled go-go boots for sneakers.

Social media reactions

“Oh look, there's Minnie Mouse in pants. Somehow, not destroying the fabric of society. Just being an adorable cartoon mouse, as one does,” wrote a fan of Minnie’s revamped and fresh look. 

Oh look, there's Minnie Mouse in pants. Somehow, not destroying the fabric of society. Just being an adorable cartoon mouse, as one does. pic.twitter.com/yESXRzsvNi

— Latisha Jones (Abbott Elementary Stan Account) (@leticia_creates) January 27, 2022

“Conservatives complaining about Minnie Mouse wearing trousers like she's not absolutely killing it in that Pantsuit,” posted another user on the micro-blogging site.

Conservatives complaining about Minnie Mouse wearing trousers like she's not absolutely killing it in that Pantsuit.

— Overly Positive Fanboy (he/him) (@PositiveFanboy) January 27, 2022

“Minnie Mouse is trending on Twitter because she's wearing a pantsuit as part of a Disneyland Paris promotion and the news is overreacting and acting like she ain't gonna wear her dress no more. Bruh, this literally ain't the first time. Plus, she looks really good in a pantsuit,” a user penned.

Minnie Mouse is trending on Twitter because she's wearing a pantsuit as part of a Disneyland Paris promotion and the news is overreacting and acting like she ain't gonna wear her dress no more.

Bruh, this literally ain't the first time. Plus, she looks really good in a pantsuit. pic.twitter.com/R4cbkE2zXw

— Sir Simon A.  (@BabyLamb5) January 27, 2022

One more pointed out, “If you are a fan that is really deep into the franchise you will probably know that Minnie Mouse is fashion versatile.” And saving the best for last, a user commented, “The green M&M got sneakers, Minnie Mouse got a pantsuit, so is someone going to help poor Winnie the Pooh out and get the dude some pants?”

The green M&M got sneakers, Minnie Mouse got a pantsuit, so is someone going to help poor Winnie the Pooh out and get the dude some pants?

— Carol Roth (@caroljsroth) January 27, 2022

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