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Teletubbies X POP MART

If you’ve been dipping your toes into the world of art toys or just scrolling through collectable feeds lately, you might’ve noticed POP MART popping up more and more. They’ve made a name for themselves by turning familiar characters into minimalist, super stylised figures — and their new collab with Teletubbies is honestly one of the most fun (and weirdly nostalgic?) examples yet.

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Why Teletubbies?

Let’s be real — whether you loved them, hated them, or just thought they were kind of creepy as a kid, the Teletubbies are iconic. Those round bellies, bright colours, and weirdly hypnotic voices? Burned into millennial memory forever. And that’s kind of the point. Nostalgia is a huge part of what makes these collectables tick.

POP MART took those unforgettable designs and gave them a fresh, designer twist. The result? A series that’s not just cute, but actually kind of chic. Perfect for millennials who grew up with the cartoon to show off to the world the Labubu of their time.

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What Makes This Collab Stand Out?

The “Say Hello” series keeps the classic shapes of Tinky Winky, Dipsy, Laa-Laa, and Po, but gives them that signature POP MART treatment — soft pastel tones, clean lines, and just enough quirk to make you do a double take. It’s a mix of old and new, familiar and fresh. And like all POP MART series, there’s a rarity system, which adds a bit of thrill for collectors who love the hunt.

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Why It’s More Than Just Cute Toys

What’s cool about releases like this is how they blur the line between play and art. POP MART isn’t just making merch — they’re part of this bigger shift in how we see toys as adults. It’s about remembering what made us happy as kids, and finding ways to express that joy now, through design and display.

If you’re new to the designer toy world, this kind of collab is a perfect entry point. You get the comfort of something you already know, but reimagined in a way that feels totally current.

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Final Thoughts

Honestly, this series feels like a love letter to the 90s, but with an artful twist. Whether you're a hardcore collector or just someone who grew up watching sun-baby rise over Teletubbyland, it's worth checking out. Who knew growing up would mean getting excited about vinyl versions of childhood characters — and proudly displaying them in your adult apartment?