The POP TOY SHOW was an absolute blast! Although my wallet took a hit, I was thrilled to snag some exclusive items.
Beloved POP MART characters like Molly, Hacipupu, Labubu, Dimoo, Pucky, and my personal favorite, SKULLPANDA, were all featured. Their statues adorned the event grounds and the area around Marina Bay Sands.
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When I arrived, the place was already buzzing with fans, eager to grab their spots for the special launches. Despite the crowd, the event was well-organized, making it easy to navigate through the different sections.
The talented artists behind these charming characters were also present for meet-and-greet sessions. Though the queues filled up quickly, I managed to catch a glimpse of them. It’s incredible to witness the global fanbase these small blindbox characters have garnered.
Beyond the familiar POP MART characters, there were also booths showcasing other blind box collections from China. The Lulupie figures were particularly captivating with their moveable and magnetic parts, evoking a sense of innocent childhood playtime.
Simone Legno, the creative genius behind my favorite Tokidoki brand, also made an appearance to support the event. It’s always a pleasure to see this friendly Italian artist and his vibrant works. Despite my best efforts to resist, I couldn’t help but snag some of his merch.
Another highlight was the collaboration between HeeDong & IVY BOYS. Korean artist Aaron Chang, inspired by his pet dog, creates clean-cut 2D art with a varsity vibe that perfectly aligns with the latest fashion trends. This unique style made it one of my favorite features at the show. There is some Web3 incubation in the works, but it's a realm I'm not too familiar. Fans who dabbles in this brand new area, can come on down to check it out.
Local toy makers and artists from CoPlay have a special featured area at the event. It’s always a proud moment to see our homegrown talents showcased on the global stage. It was nice catching up with the artists since we last met at CoPlay. You can find show exclusives at their booths too!
There’s still a lot happening this weekend at PTS, and the one event I'm most excited about is the SKULLPANDA x CLOT collaboration figurine reveal. They're keeping it under wraps until tomorrow, and I’m hoping to catch a glimpse of it before it gets snagged up again.
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