Taco Bell sparks wild debate after debuting a very controversial new FASHION collaboration: Fast food chain stuns fans after releasing an all-purpose coverall complete with 20 POCKETS to hold your snacks

Taco Bell has sparked fierce debate among fans after announcing a unique new collaboration that sees it turning its hand from fast food - to fashion.

The popular eatery has joined forces with clothing company WILDFANG to produce a $178 one-of-a-kind coverall that comes completes with plenty of pockets that Taco Bell devotees can use to hoard their snacks. 

The limited-edition gray romper promises to be a 'fashion-forward and utility-packed wardrobe essential' which blends style and functionality. 

It boasts '20 thoughtfully designed pockets inspired by the shape of Taco Bell menu items.'

The popular eatery has joined forces with WILDFANG to produce a $178 coverall that comes completes with plenty of pockets that Taco Bell devotees can use to hoard their snacks 

The limited-edition gray romper promises to be a 'fashion-forward and utility-packed wardrobe essential' which blends style and functionality 

The coverall, which will be available in inclusive sizing from XS to 3X as well as Talls, has been described as a 'wearable experience' for anyone who wants to express their individuality.

And American singer-songwriter Hayley Kiyoko was also involved in the fashion launch.

She said of the venture: 'As a fan of WILDFANG and a lifelong lover of Taco Bell, partnering with them to model this coverall has been a dream collab. 

'I feel like I manifested this moment with Taco Bell over 10 years ago when I released my first EP A Belle To Remember!

'I also love how the spacious coverall pockets fit everything, including my fave Taco Bell Mild Sauce, which comes in handy when I'm grabbing a late-night Crunchwrap Supreme,' she quipped.

Taco Bell US Chief Marketing Officer Taylor Montgomery added: 'We're always looking to partner with cutting-edge brands that push the boundaries of their industries and can create with us to push the Taco Bell Brand forward. 

It boasts 'twenty thoughtfully designed pockets inspired by the shape of Taco Bell menu items' 

The coverall, which will be available in inclusive sizing from XS to 3X as well as Talls, has been described as a 'wearable experience' for anyone who wants to express their individuality 

'We love engaging in unexpected ways for our fans, so this collaboration with WILDFANG was a no brainer. 

'Taco Bell is more than just a place for craveable food, Taco Bell is a lifestyle – a lifestyle that embraces authenticity and values being different.'

CEO and founder of WILDFANG Emma McIlroy also shared: 'Both Taco Bell and WILDFANG capture the cultural zeitgeist by championing self-expression and community.

'This collaboration reinforces these commitments and highlights that functionality equates to more value, every day.'

But the launch of the jumpsuit has sparked quite the debate among Taco Bell fans - with some applauding the chain for stepping out of its comfort zone with the design, while others expressed disappointment that it hadn't focused its efforts on launching new food items. 

Taco Bell devotees took to Instagram to celebrate the launch of the coveralls 

Other fans of the brand rushed to Reddit to share their thoughts about the new merch drop - with some voicing disappointment over the fact that Taco Bell wasn't focusing on new food 

'Running to get this right now!!!' one person commented on Instagram, as another chimed in: 'Okay CUTE.' 

A third added: 'FITTTTTTTT.'  

However, there were others on Reddit who voiced their surprise over the launch of the fashion item, with one person joking that they weren't quite sure when they'd ever wear it, saying: 'What occasion even calls for a Taco Bell jump suit?'

Another wrote: 'What the hell is that? Taco Bell couldn't pay me to wear that.'

Someone else quipped: 'I thought yesterday was April Fool's Day.'

Elsewhere, it was described as 'cringe,' 'lame' and the 'worst drop ever.'