Zero Waste Daniel Teams Up with Disney Entertainment Television to Celebrate The 40th Anniversary of the Emmy Award-Winning Legacy Series The Golden Girls

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The Brooklyn-Based Fashion Brand Will Pay Tribute to Television’s Most Iconic Foursome with an Immersive Store Takeover and a Limited-Edition Capsule Collection Available Online and In-Store Beginning July 31

All Seven Seasons of the Iconic Series are Available for Streaming on Hulu

Cult-followed fashion label Zero Waste Daniel (ZWD) announces an immersive store takeover and a limited-edition capsule collection as part of Disney Entertainment Television’s summer-long celebration of the 40th anniversary of the Emmy® Award-winning series, The Golden Girls.

The official The Golden Girls x Zero Waste Daniel collection, inspired by the enduring legacy of the beloved characters Blanche, Dorothy, Rose and Sophia, reimagines sitcom nostalgia through the bold, artistic and unmistakably heartfelt lens of one of Brooklyn’s most distinctive creative studios. The collection will be available both in-store and online beginning Thursday, July 31. 

“The Golden Girls were a North Star to me growing up,” says designer and founder Daniel Silverstein, known to many as Zero Waste Daniel. “They’re funny, fearless, wildly fashionable, and they showed up for each other in ways that felt groundbreaking, teaching a lifelong lesson of what it means to be a chosen family. As a child, I felt the warmth of their love and friendship. As an adult, I can see clearly that they are trailblazers, tackling tough topics with heart and humor in ways that are poignant and still resonate today. To be entrusted with honoring their 40th anniversary is one of the greatest privileges of my career. This collection is a thank you for all the laughter, lessons and late-night cheesecake.”

THE COLLECTION: A CELEBRATION IN CLOTHING 

The 25-piece capsule collection is gender-free and brings the energy of each of The Golden Girls to life with bold visuals, emotionally resonant design, and a deep well of references for fans to discover. From banana-leaf wallpaper and couch-cushion florals to cheesecake motifs and memorable one-liners, the collection invites wearers to connect with their favorite characters in a whole new way.

Signature pieces include the following:

• Handmade mosaic portrait garments featuring The Golden Girls faces, crafted by Daniel in his signature textile portraiture style
• A “St. Olaf 40” varsity jacket, nodding to Rose’s earnest charm
• Totes and graphic tees declaring “I’m a Blanche” and “I’m a Sophia” with cheeky pride
• Cheesecake-covered sweatshirts, vibrant banana-leaf-print bomber jackets, and matching short sets inspired by the show’s iconic Miami backdrop

Every item is crafted to be worn with heart. The limited collection will be available both in-store and online starting July 31 at zerowastedaniel.com.

THE STORE TAKEOVER: A MIAMI-MEETS-BROOKLYN FANTASY

From July 31 through August 17, the Zero Waste Daniel flagship shop (257 Varet Street) will undergo a complete transformation into a Golden Girls-inspired dreamscape: part fashion destination, part fan tribute. Stepping into the store will feel like stepping onto the set, reimagined through the ZWD lens.

Visitors will find the following:

• Pastel-hued interiors with banana-leaf wallpaper, retro lounge furniture and curated vintage accents
• Photo-ready installations and vignettes inspired by fan-favorite moments from the series
• A shoppable thrift section, styled in homage to the Girls’ iconic looks
• Soundscapes and subtle scent styling, rounding out the full Miami immersion experience 

It’s not just a pop-up! It’s a deeply personal, joyful thank you to four women who shaped generations.

About The Golden Girls

Critically acclaimed series The Golden Girls premiered in 1985 and follows four vibrant friends sharing life and laughter in Miami: strong-willed Dorothy Zbornak (Bea Arthur), sweetly naive Rose Nylund (Disney Legend Betty White), flirtatious Blanche Devereaux (Rue McClanahan), and wise-cracking Sophia Petrillo (Estelle Getty). The show’s magic has bridged generations, delighting original TV audiences and new streaming viewers alike. Though these distinctive personalities occasionally clash, their enduring friendship (celebrated in the theme song “Thank You for Being a Friend”) remains the heart of this beloved series. The Golden Girls is one of only four sitcoms where every performer in the main cast won at least one Emmy Award. The series won 11 Emmy Awards overall, including two wins for Outstanding Comedy Series, and earned four Golden Globes and several other prestigious industry honors. The iconic series ranked among the Nielsen ratings’ Top 10 for six of its seven seasons and ranked 18 out of Variety‘s 100 Greatest TV Shows of all-time. All seven seasons of the iconic series are available to stream on Hulu.

Cast: Bea Arthur, Rue McClanahan, Betty White, Estelle Getty
Creator: Susan Harris

About Zero Waste Daniel

Zero Waste Daniel is a pioneering fashion brand dedicated to creating high-quality garments from 100% upcycled materials. Founded by designer Daniel Silverstein, the brand is internationally recognized for its commitment to sustainability and innovation, turning waste into wearable art. ZWD’s mission is to offer a visionary alternative to fast fashion, one that emphasizes creativity, sustainability, and ethical production.

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