February 9, 2010

ANDRÉ ‘MR.A’ Ball

In a limited and numbered edition of 100, André's alter ego, 'MR.A' has been moulded into a ball shaped sculpture. Made out of resin and with a diameter of 23.6 inches, the 'MR.A' Ball is part of a release with 30 sketches and other items available through colette.On the street ... more

February 7, 2010

Alice in Wonderland x Medicom Toy Cheshire Cat Bearbrick 400%

With the release of Tim Burton's adaptation of Alice in Wonderland set to release next month, Medicom Toy teams up with the film to produce a Cheshire Cat, reflective of the character version from the new motion picture. The cat, produced in Bearbrick form, is seen in a 400% format ... more

February 7, 2010

Michael Lau Gardener 10th Beijing Exhibition Recap

Michael Lau's Gardener 10th hit Beijing over the weekend as the so-called "Godfather of Designer Toys" did not disappoint with a large-scale exhibition at the newly opened NPC. In addition to some of Michael Lau's artwork, 109 different t-shirts—featuring the iconic work of the Hong Kong artist and toy designer—were ... more

February 4, 2010

T-Level x Coolrain Figures

The Korean contingent of bag brand T-Level and toy maker Coolrain lock horns to produce the following series of customized fully poseable figures. Paying tribute to T-Level's roots as a brand focusing on the needs of riders and skaters, some of their iconic bag styles are reproduced in miniature form. more

February 1, 2010

MINDstyle x Kenny Scharf Hanna-Barbera Figures Announcement

Creative label MINDstyle have announced an upcoming collaboration with American artist Kenny Scharf on a set of Flinstones and Jetsons figures ATC figures. Scharf should prove an excellent partner for this project, not least because he has already produced several celebrated works inspired by the two aforementioned cartoons. As it ... more

February 1, 2010

Gardener 10th Exhibition Beijing

The 10th anniversary Gardener exhibition from Michael Lau is set to appear at its next destination, Beijing. For the showing, some special products have been created for the event as they include new 6-inch Chinese New Year versions of the Fat Cap (which features an NPC Beijing Store version) as ... more

January 30, 2010

Hot Toys’ Lt. Aldo Raine Figure

Paying tribute Tarantino’s award-winning movie, Inglourious Basterds, Hot Toys have produced this lifelike model of Brad Pitt’s character Lt. Aldo Raine. The figure is 1/6th the size of Pitt and has reportedly taken 3 months longer to create than similar models. From the facial expression to the texture of the ... more

January 29, 2010

Levi’s x Medicom Toy 1000% Bearbrick

Made exclusively for the opening of the Levi's Concept Store in Taiwan was this 1000% Bearbrick, which was of course wrapped with Levi's trademark denim. Only 5 were produced, being randomly given out to 5 lucky customers who purchase goods over $5000 NTD, which equals out to about $166 USD, ... more

January 27, 2010

Coarsetoys “False Friends” Series – Signature Edition

Following the success of the original version, Coarsetoys have released a new colorway from the 'False Friends' series. This time around, a vibrant yellow sunrise version of young 'Noop' and 'Paw!' comes in a lifesize 'Noop' and 'Paw!' face box with a limited edition family and friends application card. The ... more

January 27, 2010

Wonderwall x OriginalFake Collection – A Closer Look

Following the success of previous collaborations, architecture and design firm Wonderwall and OriginalFake are releasing the latest collection to celebrate Wonderwall's 10th anniversary. Wonderwall's is no stranger to the fashion world, as they are frequently called upon to design concept stores such as A Bathing Ape, A.P.C. and OriginalFake Aoyama. ... more