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Arts and Culture

How Tom Sachs Deconstructed Hello Kitty in Eight Foot My Way

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Tom Sachs’ Eight Foot My Way (2001) looks like a page torn from a sketchbook. Arranged in a grid of nine panels, the artwork functions as a step-by-step tutorial for drawing Hello Kitty, the beloved character created by Sanrio in 1974. Beginning with a simple red circle for her signature bow, Sachs methodically builds the character panel by panel, adding ‘wings,’ a head, whiskers, clothing, and other details until a likeness of the familiar feline mascot emerges.

But this is no ordinary how-to guide.
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Pop Culture, Toys and Collectibles

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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Books and Periodicals, Pop Culture

Hello Kitty Goes Panel-by-Panel: A Supercute Comic Book Debut

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Hello Kitty Cover Art By Min Ho Kim

There are some icons that never fade — they just evolve. Now, in a move that feels both nostalgic and freshly inventive, Hello Kitty is stepping into an entirely new storytelling universe: comic books.

In a newly announced partnership between IDW Publishing and Sanrio, the world’s most recognizable ambassador of kindness and cuteness is getting her own ongoing comic series. The result? A bright, globe-trotting adventure designed to charm longtime fans and curious newcomers alike.
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Design and Innovation

People of New York: Subway Fashion Edition

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Stylin! (All Photos By Gail)

On a recent commute to the office, my eye was immediately drawn to a woman wearing a sage silk baseball jacket transformed into something extraordinary — its surface glittering with dozens of safety-pinned soda can pull tabs. Was it a one-of-a-kind creation? I’d like to think so. What’s certain is that everyone in that subway car knew they were in the presence of true New York Street Style. Props to her!
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Design and Innovation

Pink Thing of The Day: Hello Kitty Poncho in Old Town San Diego

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When you think of Old Town, San Diego, chances are your mind goes to adobe buildings, rustic wooden signs, authentic Mexican food, and the kind of historical charm that makes you feel like you’ve stepped back into the 1800s. But as I discovered on my recent visit, history and pop culture sometimes collide in the most delightful ways.

Case in point: tucked inside one of the colorful shops, hanging alongside traditional woven blankets and embroidered dresses, was a bright Mexican poncho emblazoned with likenesses of Hello Kitty. Yes, Sanrio’s beloved pink-bowed feline has made her way into traditional fashion! Continue reading Pink Thing of The Day: Hello Kitty Poncho in Old Town San Diego →