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Pink Thing of The Day: Bubble Gum Batman Variant

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Batman has gone through countless incarnations over the years, but I don’t think I’ve ever seen the Caped Crusader looking quite this pink. This very cool Bubble Gum Batman is a special color variant of the DC Artists Alley Batman designed by artist and toy designer Joe Ledbetter. The figure was created by DC Collectibles in collaboration with Toy Tokyo as an exclusive for New York Comic Con 2019 (though I photographed this at NYCC in 2023, so there must have been at least one leftover). Ledbetter himself announced the release on his website, noting that only 500 pieces were produced and that the figure stands approximately 6.5 inches tall. Continue reading Pink Thing of The Day: Bubble Gum Batman Variant →

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Pink Thing Of The Day: Kirby Soft Vinyl Figures

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There’s really no way to look at these two adorable pink Kirbys and not smile. Spotted at Anime NYC, these soft vinyl figures from the Kirby Super Star Soft Vinyl Collection feature everyone’s favorite round little hero in a couple of classic poses, complete with those enormous blue eyes and signature red shoes.

I may not have the skills — or patience — to cosplay as Kirby, but I can definitely appreciate a pair of tiny pink versions of the guy.

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Pink Thing Of The Day: Easy Sqweezy Kitten Squish Toy!

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If you have kids, or know anyone who has kids, then you are likely aware that Squish Toys are the new hot item that kids completely lose their minds over. Apparently, some of these squish toys are quite rare and parents go to great lengths to get their kids the squishy, squeezable little ‘fidget toy’ that their young ones desire the most. Here’s a squish toy that’s a little bit different, and since it’s Pink, well, you know!
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Pink Thing of The Day: Princess Peach Slot Car

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Just in time to support the newest Mario movie, this week’s Pink Thing of the Day races straight out of the Mushroom Kingdom with the Princess Peach slot car from Carrera Revell’s Mario Kart World lineup. Featuring the ever-stylish Princess Peach in her signature pink kart, this miniature racer perfectly captures the playful energy of the Mario Kart universe — right down to the bright color palette and flawless character details. And notice how focused-on-the-road she is! Continue reading Pink Thing of The Day: Princess Peach Slot Car →

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Toy Fair 2026: The Ultimate Photo Recap!

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One of the most highly anticipated annual gatherings at NYC’s Javits Center is Toy Fair, a massive showcase for the toy industry where manufacturers, designers, licensors, and inventors reveal what’s next in the world of play. It’s part trade show, part trend forecast, and plenty of joyful overload — a place where plushies, collectibles, games, and wonderfully strange inventions all compete for your attention.

This year marked my second exploration of Toy Fair, and this time I was able to devote two days to fully immerse myself in the festivities. Having that extra time made all the difference. Instead of rushing  from booth to booth, I wandered, discovered, and let the surprises find me.

To me, Toy Fair is like the Summer Fancy Food Show — but for toys. Anything and everything is on display to satisfy every possible taste. Cute? Check. Collectible? Absolutely. Weird? Definitely. Nostalgic? Everywhere. The creativity on display feels endless.
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