Toy and apparel giant, Kidrobot, is opening up its doors for the grand opening of New York City’s flagship store today. After spending years in a quaint little space down the road on Prince Street in SoHo, Kidrobot finally has upgraded itself into a two-level store with enough room to satisfy the multitudes of customers. Check out the store from 6-8pm for a chance to meet artist East3 or stop by to pick up t-shirt giveaways.
Toymaker Tim Tsui will be releasing his latest creative exploit, Da Warrior next month. The bad ass football playing gorilla includes three versions, normal, battle and monotone. The battle version is highlighted by damage to the helmet and shoulder pads while the monotone version is detailed with 30 Swarovski crystals. Each figure also includes an interchangeable face plate, creating a robotic look. Look for Da Warrior to hit Da TeamBronx during the second week of May.
As part of the Stussy x Medicom Toy Destiny collection of Bearbricks comes a set of 100% Bearbricks. The 5 pack each features varying imagery taken from the Stussy Destiny collection inspired in part by graffiti artist Futura. The set is available now at select Bearbrick dealers.
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Medicom Toy has begun the release of new movie related packs which incorporate both their famous Bearbricks as well as their more humanoid Kubricks. The upcoming sets include Indiana Jones Kubrick / Golden Idol Bearbrick and Sweeney Todd Kubrick / Movie Theme Bearbrick. Each respective Kubrick includes a set of accessories as well. A release date for the Indiana Jones is slated for June while Sweeney Todd will arrive in October.
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The Sharky toy designed by Keith Poon will be re-interpreted with a color change by two of the most popular toy designers in the industry, Frank Kozik and Huck Gee. Having accessories that are made to fit into Sharky’s mouth is a part of what makes this toy so unique along with the obvious war reference. Both Kozik’s black design and Gee’s monogram version will be offered at the San Diego Comic Con later this year as an exclusive limited to 100 pieces, while the colored version being limited to 400. Retail is rumored to be $75, although it is not yet confirmed. Both designers will be having an autograph session as well.
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Since 2002 toy-makers adFunture has given the opportunity to the world’s creatives as they set forth in producing art and design in three dimensional art form. Amongst their creations is a figure of Hiroshi Fujiwara featuring attire relating to some of HF’s most pronounced accomplishments including HF x Staple 10th Anniversary T-shirt, Fenom Denim, Nike Air Force 1 HTM Fragment Design sneakers and on the fashion front, his trademark Kangol.
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Touching upon the blockbuster animated franchise Toy Story, Hong Kong’s CLOT has teamed up with Disney to create a fully articulate and poseable 12 inch Sarge in black. The toy is constructed of soft vinyl emulating a realistic toy feeling. Black Sarge comes complete with special packaging and the statement “Leave no man behind” with special sticker. Releasing April 26th with a suggested price of $880 HKD (approximately $100 USD).
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Within Japan, it appears as though Disney approached a series of labels on different projects ranging from apparel to toys and accessories. Fashion label Roen is amongst the few to interpret the iconic Mickey Mouse character in toy form. The large scale figure features a guitar smashing Mickey.
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An updated list of Medicom Toy’s collaboration and themed Bearbricks for the upcoming months have been unveiled. Comprising of five new styles, they include Tokidoki, Batman & Joker, Stussy Destiny Skullacons, Queen and Naruto. The releases dates for each Bearbrick are varied throughout the next few months.
The Stussy Destiny collection represented a team up featuring familiar entities Stussy and legendary graffiti artist Futura. Among the prints created exclusively for the collection is this multi-colored monogram which is now seen on an upcoming 400% Medicom Toy Bearbrick. A release date has tentatively been set for May 3rd.
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Supreme has just updated their online store today with new products such as the Marilyn Minter Decks and 5-panel caps. The online store is definitely one of the cleanest yet functional ones out there. Check it out here for all things Supreme!
Beijing forms the setting for an upcoming exhibition featuring a series of Medicom Toy 1000% Bearbricks customized by prominent Chinese contemporary artists. Despite the state-run society, this exhibition represents the artistic talents and creativity of some of China’s most well known artists. Among the displays is a technology inspired full carbon fiber design by SiLLY THING’s TK. The exhibit beings April 25th in Beijing.
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