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RETAIL INNOVATION

Dreame Mart Opens First U.S. Store, Bringing a New Era of Art Toys to Los Angeles

Dreame Mart’s debut U.S. store in Brea, California, integrates advanced technology and immersive design to redefine collectible art toy retail, emphasizing interactive consumer engagement and storytelling.

For marketers, this launch exemplifies how experiential retail concepts and tech-driven community-building can drive audience differentiation and deepen emotional connections. The brand’s expansion strategy signals a shift toward tech-enabled, experience-focused retail in the global collectibles space.

GLOBAL TOY EXPORTATION

Poland Rises Among World’s Top Five Toy Exporting Powerhouses

Poland’s toy industry, ranking fourth in Europe and among the top five globally, exported $2.6 billion in 2024, with notable growth in the US and Chinese markets despite a 12% export decline mirroring global trends. For marketers, this signals a resilient sector with stable demand, diversified exports, and emerging opportunities in non-European markets. Continuous monitoring of shifting global consumer preferences is essential.

COLLECTIBLE TOY TRENDS

Labubu Craze Takes Over Collectors As Blind Box Toys Go Viral

Labubu’s surge in UK popularity highlights the power of viral social trends, nostalgia marketing, and influencer amplification, making blind box toys not only must-have collectibles but also lifestyle statements among adults.

Marketers should study how scarcity, celebrity endorsements, and TikTok-driven buzz have fueled demand, leading to stock shortages and a thriving resale market. For eCommerce brands targeting Gen Z and millennials, harnessing these strategies offers actionable insight into modern consumer behavior, brand loyalty, and cultural relevance.

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