David Bowie once wore during his famous introduction to the 1982 adaptation of The Snowman is now available for purchase.The brand NotJust Clothing revealed their Christmas collection, featuring The World of The Snowman™ branded items.
Some of the items include a festive jumper, scarf and blanket inspired by Raymond Briggs’ iconic and best-loved picture book, The Snowman, which was first published in 1978.The legendary scarf – which is priced at £19.99 – was inspired by the one seen on Bowie which he wore in his own attic during the filmed introduction to The Snowman when the animation was first broadcast in the US.For years fans of the beloved Christmas animation have searched for the garment, with Bowie’s own son, Duncan Jones, rediscovering the original scarf last year.Brian Harding, who produced Bowie’s introduction for the film, shared the story behind the scarf in an X/Twitter thread upon Jones’ discovery.“The Scarf was knitted by the lady in the accounts department of TVC, the production company who made the animation.
She came onto the set and presented it to David. When filming was over, David asked very politely if he could keep the scarf to give to his son, Zowie,” he wrote.The story continued: “This was the only fee he charged for the filming and I believe he offered his services for personal reasons.
He was charming throughout and totally professional. I am glad that the scarf found its way to the destination he intended: from the dude to another dude.”Speaking of the collaboration and iconic item in a press release, Notjust founder Mike Harding said: “We’re back with an official range celebrating The Snowman, the country’s most adored Christmas animation.”He continued: “Christmas wouldn’t be the same.
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