‘Decoding Funko Pops!’: Understanding the craze behind these collectibles
Seeking, buying, storing, and maintaining–these are the keys to the art of collecting. But one question remains, what triggers this desire to collect?
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Seeking, buying, storing, and maintaining–these are the keys to the art of collecting. But one question remains, what triggers this desire to collect?
Held at the SMX Convention Center, last June 28 to 29, visitors enjoyed shopping for exclusive toys and collectibles from Filipino and foreign designers.
The Danish family-owned toy company LEGO announced that they will be launching their first ever sustainable collection by late 2018. The collection, which will be comprised of botanical elements such as leaves, bushes, and trees, will be made from “plant-based plastic sourced from sugarcane.” “At the LEGO Group we want to make a positive impact […]
In anticipation of International Women’s Day, Barbie is honoring both historical and modern-day role models from around the world from diverse backgrounds. “We know that you can’t be what you can’t see,” said Lisa McKnight, senior vice president and general manager of Barbie, in a statement. “Girls have always been able to play out different […]
For years, kids have been taught that Barbie dolls were just playthings for girls, and that model cars and remote-controlled airplanes were toys for only boys. Unfortunately, this outdated view of gender stereotypes can affect our views and opinions on other people’s sexualities. And it may even reverberate negative notions in today’s generation and the […]
Supermodel Gigi Hadid is getting her own official Barbie, to celebrate her ongoing collaboration with fashion designer Tommy Hilfiger. Launching Tuesday, the special edition “TommyXGigi Barbie” commemorates Hadid’s first catwalk presentation as the global brand ambassador for Tommy Hilfiger womenswear, in which her debut ‘TommyXGigi’ Fall 2016 fashion collection was unveiled. The doll, which is […]
Can’t get enough of Star Wars? No need to fret! Aside from catching the upcoming episode of this acclaimed franchise in theaters this holiday, “Star Wars” fans can revel in all kinds of high-tech gadgetry themed on the movies. May the Force be with you this season! 1. Connected droids After hitting the headlines in […]
You know you want a Nintendo Super NES Classic!
AsiaPOP Comicon Manila (APCC Manila 2017) will have its third run in the country this August 25 to 27 at the SMX Convention Center and will feature many international artists including Tokidoki creator Simone Legno. Simone Legno is an Italian artist who created the now widely-popular Tokidoki brand. His work is inspired by Japanese art […]