Today Comic-Con 2009 in San Diego wraps up a week of wacky costumes, events, panels, and general fandemonium. This year the toy section has grown into a collectors wonderland. In addition to the exclusives by STRANGEco, Super7, and Pullip, Michele Reverte checked out merchandise by Gama-Go, Tokidoki, Kidrobot, and found a place to play Nintendo DS.
Fun and Games and Toys at Comic-Con
Comic-Con Toy Exclusives: Tokidoki Platinum Pups
All things super cute will be well represented at this year's Comic-Con this week in San Diego. Several companies are offering exclusive toys including Tokidoki cactus friends from STRANGEco. The Platinum Editions of Carina & Bruttino and Skeletrino & Skeletrina are sure to bring out the Tokidoki collectors. Only 250 of each pup is available for $15 each.
King Ken Mini Series Debuts
Designed by famed illustrator James Jarvis, this series consists of new 4-inch versions of his popular King Ken character in six colors. The King Ken Mini Series debuts worldwide today.
LAist Goes Shopping: The PAPER Magazine 24-Hour Department Store
Pop-up stores turn the shopping experience into that 'got be there' party mystique. Last weekend the PAPER 24-Hour Department Store opened on Sunset. The room pulsed with music and showed clothing, skateboards, housewares and more. Several local companies including A+R and Undefeated participated in the happening. Mr. Cartoon and Estevan Oriol showed their low rider car collection on the roof.
PAPER's 24-Hour Department Store
The Chapin Sisters: Abigail Chapin, Lily Chapin, Jessica Craven

