Designer Toys

Ever passed a shop-window full of small plastic-toy-figures that cost a fortune? Well I have and since I know very little of this, but keep hearing the words Design Toys in different occasion I figured it was time to dig a little deeper…
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Designer toys is a term used to describe toys and other collectibles that are produced in limited editions (as few as 50 or as many as 2000 pieces) and created by artists and designers. Designer toys employ a variety of materials; plastic and vinyl are most common, although wood and metal are occasionally used. The term also encompasses plush, cloth dolls and latex. Creators of designer toys usually have backgrounds in graphic design, illustration or self-described low-brow art; some are classically trained in art and design, while others are self-taught. Designer toys first appeared in the 1990s and are a flourishing industry.