Toy Fair 2008 was one of the most exciting Toy Fairs in recent memory. Attendance was way up, and the crowds were excited by several strong trends in toys and dolls. Web Play, Eco-Friendly, Made in the USA and safety were some of the major themes for dolls, plush and toys seen throughout the fair. This round-up includes resources to help you explore all the newest in dolls and plush that were presented and announced at Toy Fair 2008.
1. Top Trends from Toy Fair 2008
(c) 2008 Denise Van Patten
Toy Fair 2008 was particularly exciting. Just a few short years ago, there were small crowds at Toy Fair and talk of moving Toy Fair away from New York due to declining attendance. This year, Toy Fair attendance was up 30% over last year, and the buzz in the giant Javits Convention Center was palpable. Some fascinating trends emerged from Toy Fair this year; to find out my picks for the most significant trends in toys and dolls for 2008, read my Top Trends from Toy Fair 2008.
2. Top 10 Web Play Dolls and Plush From Toy Fair 2008
(c) 2008 Denise Van Patten
The biggest trend at Toy Fair 2008 was the marriage of interactive web sites to dolls and plush. It seemed that every manufacturer was getting into the act. However, not every doll and toy with a Web Play feature will make it in this crowded market. Don't miss my Top 10 Web Play Dolls and Plush From Toy Fair 2008 to find out which of the Web Play dolls and toys have the best chance at success.
3. Ode To The Original Tyler Wentworth Doll
(c) Tonner Doll Company
It was announced at Toy Fair and IDEX 208 that the Tonner Doll Company has retired the original Tyler Wentworth Doll. Although Tyler Wentworth is alive, well, and still quite beautiful, she has been resculpted and updated with a more mature look, and the original Tyler will no longer be produced. Take a look forward at the new Tyler Wentworth as we also take a walk down in Ode To The Original Tyler Wentworth Doll.
