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Daily Mail
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Brightly-colored 'Polly Pocket home' hits the market in the UK for $850,000
House-hunters have been left stunned by a brightly-colored, four-bedroom terraced house which has just landed on the market in Brighton, England. The property, which has been likened to 'Polly Pocket's home', is immediately visible from the road, sporting a baby pink exterior with bright yellow accents. But if you think the exterior is bold, just wait until you step inside. The colorful nature does not stop at the door. The interior is full of quirky trinkets and furniture of various shades, with the owner's unique taste evident upon entering. It's a maximalist's fever dream, a celebration of individuality with not a single bit of beige in sight. The walls are decorated in ramshackle, mismatched frames, while the furniture is in bright neon and primary shades. Lampshades in various fabrics and patterns dangle from the ceiling, and even the bathroom is painted a vivacious yellow. The garden hasn't escaped pops of color either, having been painted turquoise, pink and yellow, and decked out with various rainbow furniture. Love it or loathe it, this vibrant home is impossible to ignore and it's naturally left the Internet divided. One user commented: 'The inside looks like it's owned by Polly Pocket.' Another viewer said: 'I'd take this any day over the greige.' Someone else joked: 'That's low key for Brighton.' Another person wrote: 'Go big or go home.' The listing, held by Wheelers Estate Agents for $850,000, describes it as a 'vibrant and spacious' home on a 'charming one-way street'. The property boasts four bedrooms, two bathrooms, two cozy lounges, a spacious and open-plan dining room, and a kitchen. One of the bedrooms appears to be being used as an office filled with fabrics, while a second room is equally pokey and could be used as a study.
Daily Mail
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Househunters spot brightly-coloured four-bed terrace on sale for £625,000 - but it's nothing compared to the inside
Househunters have been left stunned at a bright-coloured four-bedroom terraced house which has just landed on the market. The property, which has been likened to 'Polly Pocket's home', is immediately visible from the road, sporting a baby pink exterior with bright yellow accents. But if you think the exterior is bold, just wait until you step inside. The colourful nature does not stop at the door, and the interior is even more full of quirky trinkets and furniture in every colour possible, with the owner's unique taste evident immediately upon entering. It's a maximalist's fever dream, a celebration of individuality with not a beige wall in sight. The walls are decorated in ramshackle, mismatched frames, while the furniture itself is in bright neon and primary shades. Lampshades in various fabrics and patterns dangle from the ceiling, and even the bathroom is painted a vivacious yellow. The garden hasn't escaped pops of colour either, having been painted turquoise, pink and yellow, and decked out with various rainbow furniture. Love it or loathe it, this vibrant home on Bentham Road in the Hanover area in Brighton is impossible to ignore and it's certainly left the internet divided. One user commented: 'The inside looks like it's owned by Polly Pocket.' 'I'd take this any day over the greige,' said another viewer. Someone else joked: 'That's low key for Brighton.' 'Go big or go home,' another person wrote. Someone else added: 'You found Mr Blobby's house!' The listing, held by Wheelers Estate Agents for £625,000, describes it as a 'vibrant and spacious' home on a 'charming one-way street'. The property boasts four bedrooms, two bathrooms, two cosy lounges, a spacious and open-plan dining room, and a kitchen. One of the bedrooms appears to be being used as an office filled with fabrics, while a second room is equally pokey and could be used as a study. It's not the only property which has left those looking a for a new pad open-mouthed for its choice in design or decoration. A terrace house, in Boston, Lincolnshire, has hit the market for offers over £110,000, and has also caused a similar reaction Upon first glance, the three-bedroom house looks unassuming as the exterior is narrow and cosy with a traditional tiled roof. However, property hunters were left gobsmacked when flicking through the photos of the dwelling - questioning the interior-design skills of the current home-owner. As soon as you step through the front door, you are greeted with a rather bizarre choice of ceiling in the lounge. While many opt to keep their ceiling basic by opting for simple white paint, the owner of this property wanted to push the boat out by covering every inch of their roof with white fluff to create a cloud effect. As soon as you step through the front door, you are greeted with a rather bizarre choice of ceiling in the lounge as it is seemingly made from cotton wool The ceiling in the main living area is covered in what appears to be bits of cream cotton wool stuck together, with a flat white-tone light in the centre. This peculiar design choice is said to have come from a TikTok trend in 2020, when many started to experiment with DIY during the Covid-19 pandemic. However, some people slammed the current resident's decision to plaster the ceiling with cotton balls, claiming that it is a 'fire hazard' and that people have found nasty bugs hiding in the cracks and crevices of the material. A Reddit user posted the house listing on the anonymous forum platform and said: Check out the ceiling in photo two. I had a WTF moment. What IS that??' It racked up more than 100 replies, with one person writing: 'Oh my god this was a TikTok trend ages ago but people kept finding spiders and bugs in it.' Another penned: 'Cloudy with a chance of fire hazard.' A third said: 'That wall sticker in the bathroom is appalling even by tacky wall sticker standards. And stuck onto tile??' A fourth commented: 'If that isn't owned by a single man, I'll be shocked.' A fifth chimed in and said: 'What in the TikTok sponsored bachelor life is going on?' Others pointed out that the owner should focus on cleaning their fish tank, also which is also located in the lounge, as it is a murky brown colour.
Fashion United
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Fashion United
Polly Pocket teams up with GCDS
Italian fashion line GCDS is tapping into the collectable toy trend with a special collaboration with Mattel's Polly Pocket to reconsider the miniature toy line through a luxury fashion lens. The collaboration is part of Mattel Creations, Mattel's design-driven platform celebrating the intersection of pop culture, fandom, and play, and aims to introduce a new chapter in Polly Pocket's legacy by "combining imaginative storytelling with elevated design, all inspired by the heart of Milan". Designed by GCDS' creative director Giuliano Calza, the curated capsule collection and collectable compact draws deeply from his cultural roots, infusing the Polly Pocket universe with a distinctly modern Italian perspective. At the heart of the collaboration is a compact inspired by classic Polly Pocket playsets and brought to life with details inspired by Italian lifestyle and urban charm, such as Milanese street scenes and gelato. Commenting on the collaboration, Calza said in a statement: 'Redesigning Polly Pocket marks a personal milestone. Ever since I was a kid, the moment I thought of something beautiful, those pastel cases would appear in my mind like a reflex. 'These tiny toys were magical representations of a bigger world - small enough to hold in your palm, but powerful enough to unlock entire scenarios and fantasies. That feeling shaped me. I've built my creative universe on the idea that 'cute' isn't superficial - it's a bold, emotional language of contemporary culture.' The pocket-sized version of Milan will be available in limited quantities from July 16, exclusively on and then on Mattel Creations from July 18. The collaboration will also be celebrated with a fully immersive experience inspired by Polly's miniature universe, complete with interactive installations in Milan on July 16. Visitors to the Giardino delle Arti pop-up will be able to purchase the Polly Pocket X GCDS Compact, merchandising, and selected items from the capsule collection, as well as taste Polly Pocket-themed food. Calza added: 'With this launch, I didn't just redesign a toy - I encapsulated my world into a new pocketworld. And I hope it resonates with the GCDS community and Polly lovers around the globe with the same emotional intensity it holds for me. Because when nostalgia meets design, it becomes desire.' This isn't the first time GCDS has teamed up with Polly Pocket. In 2018, they debuted a collection on the Milan catwalk for spring/summer 2019 and then expanded the partnership with a special edition of the Heart Bag during GCDS' autumn/winter 2024 show. The bag's transparent shell opened just like the beloved Polly Pocket compacts of the past, with a charming lineup of miniature Polly Pocket figures inside. Chris Down, chief design officer at Mattel, said: 'Polly Pocket has always used its tiny worlds to inspire big imagination. With GCDS, that sense of wonder takes on a bold new form—where fashion, nostalgia, and creative freedom converge. Giuliano's vision transforms a beloved icon into something unexpected and delightfully expressive.'
Associated Press
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Associated Press
Polly Pocket™ Steps into High Fashion with GCDS in Special Edition Mattel Creations™ Collaboration
EL SEGUNDO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul 16, 2025-- Today, Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT) and Italian fashion line GCDS announced a special collaboration that reconsiders the Polly Pocket brand through a luxury fashion lens for Mattel Creations, Mattel's design-driven platform celebrating the intersection of pop culture, fandom, and play . This partnership introduces a new chapter in the brand's legacy, combining imaginative storytelling with elevated design, all inspired by the heart of Milan. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: Polly Pocket™ Steps into High Fashion with GCDS in Special Edition Mattel Creations™ Collaboration GCDS and Polly Pocket began their story in 2018 with a collection debuting on GCDS' Milan Fashion Week SS19 runway and expanded the partnership with a special edition of the Heart Bag debuting during GCDS' Fall/Winter 2024 runway show, 'Toys for Adults.' The bag's transparent shell opened just like the beloved Polly Pocket compacts of the past, with a charming lineup of miniature Polly Pocket figures inside, ready to add a dose of nostalgia and whimsy to any day. Back again for a playful blend of fashion and nostalgia, Polly Pocket has partnered with GCDS to showcase a highly curated capsule collection and collectible compact that reflects both brands' shared appreciation for creativity, individuality, and cultural expression. Designed by GCDS Creative Director Giuliano Calza, the collection draws deeply from cultural roots, infusing the Polly universe with a distinctly modern Italian perspective. At the center of the collaboration is a compact inspired by classic Polly Pocket playsets and brought to life with details inspired by Italian lifestyle and urban charm. From Milanese street scenes to gelato, the reimagined compact celebrates the power of play in a contemporary design. 'Polly Pocket has always used its tiny worlds to inspire big imagination,' said Chris Down, Chief Design Officer, Mattel. 'With GCDS, that sense of wonder takes on a bold new form—where fashion, nostalgia, and creative freedom converge. Giuliano's vision transforms a beloved icon into something unexpected and delightfully expressive.' 'Redesigning Polly Pocket marks a personal milestone,' said Giuliano Calza, Creative Director, GCDS. 'Ever since I was a kid, the moment I thought of something beautiful, those pastel cases would appear in my mind like a reflex. These tiny toys were magical representations of a bigger world—small enough to hold in your palm, but powerful enough to unlock entire scenarios and fantasies. That feeling shaped me. I've built my creative universe on the idea that 'cute' isn't superficial—it's a bold, emotional language of contemporary culture.' 'With this launch, I didn't just redesign a toy—I encapsulated my world into a new pocketworld,' said Calza. 'And I hope it resonates with the GCDS community and Polly lovers around the globe with the same emotional intensity it holds for me. Because when nostalgia meets design, it becomes desire.' In Milan on July 16th to commemorate the launch, Polly Pocket and GCDS will welcome fans into a fully immersive experience inspired by Polly's miniature universe, complete with interactive installations and the chance to purchase the Polly Pocket X GCDS Compact, merchandising, and selected items from the capsule collection. For the ones who will buy on site, there will be the chance to taste Polly Pocket themed food. The capsule collection and limited quantities of the Polly Pocket X GCDS Compact will be available starting July 16th exclusively on and then available on Mattel Creations, Mattel's design-driven platform celebrating the intersection of pop culture, fandom, and play, starting July 18 th. About Mattel Mattel is a leading global toy and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world. We engage consumers and fans through our franchise brands, including Barbie®, Hot Wheels®, Fisher-Price®, American Girl®, Thomas & Friends™, UNO®, Masters of the Universe®, Matchbox®, Monster High®, Polly Pocket®, and Barney®, as well as other popular properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include toys, content, consumer products, digital and live experiences. Our products are sold in collaboration with the world's leading retail and ecommerce companies. Since its founding in 1945, Mattel is proud to be a trusted partner in empowering generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. Visit us at About GCDS Giuliano Calza Design Studio is a Milan-based fashion house established in 2015 by brothers Giuliano and Giordano Calza who lead the brand as Creative Director and CEO. Renowned for its vibrant aesthetic and streetwear sensibility, GCDS merges Italian craftsmanship with bold pop culture references to cultivate a distinctive and inclusive fashion identity. Recognized for its playful visual language, and imaginative capsule collections, GCDS has emerged as a global emblem of the new wave of Made in Italy. From pioneering metaverse fashion shows to high-profile collaborations with industry icons such as Carine Roitfeld, GCDS has drawn a large pop community of international celebrities and icons that identify with its free and inclusive universe. With a well-established presence in Italy and Asia, and an ambitious growth strategy across Europe and the United States, GCDS continues to shape the future of contemporary fashion through originality, inclusivity, and uncompromising creativity. View source version on CONTACT: For press inquiries, contact: Devin Duff [email protected] Greene [email protected] KEYWORD: CALIFORNIA EUROPE UNITED STATES ITALY NORTH AMERICA INDUSTRY KEYWORD: FASHION FAMILY TOYS ONLINE RETAIL RETAIL CONSUMER SOURCE: Mattel, Inc. Copyright Business Wire 2025. PUB: 07/16/2025 12:00 AM/DISC: 07/16/2025 12:00 AM
Yahoo
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Polly Pocket™ Steps into High Fashion with GCDS in Special Edition Mattel Creations™ Collaboration
Designed for style enthusiasts, the collection features a toy compact and wardrobe capsule to celebrate Polly™ iconography with high-design interpretations. EL SEGUNDO, Calif., July 16, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Today, Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT) and Italian fashion line GCDS announced a special collaboration that reconsiders the Polly Pocket brand through a luxury fashion lens for Mattel Creations, Mattel's design-driven platform celebrating the intersection of pop culture, fandom, and play. This partnership introduces a new chapter in the brand's legacy, combining imaginative storytelling with elevated design, all inspired by the heart of Milan. GCDS and Polly Pocket began their story in 2018 with a collection debuting on GCDS' Milan Fashion Week SS19 runway and expanded the partnership with a special edition of the Heart Bag debuting during GCDS' Fall/Winter 2024 runway show, "Toys for Adults." The bag's transparent shell opened just like the beloved Polly Pocket compacts of the past, with a charming lineup of miniature Polly Pocket figures inside, ready to add a dose of nostalgia and whimsy to any day. Back again for a playful blend of fashion and nostalgia, Polly Pocket has partnered with GCDS to showcase a highly curated capsule collection and collectible compact that reflects both brands' shared appreciation for creativity, individuality, and cultural expression. Designed by GCDS Creative Director Giuliano Calza, the collection draws deeply from cultural roots, infusing the Polly universe with a distinctly modern Italian perspective. At the center of the collaboration is a compact inspired by classic Polly Pocket playsets and brought to life with details inspired by Italian lifestyle and urban charm. From Milanese street scenes to gelato, the reimagined compact celebrates the power of play in a contemporary design. "Polly Pocket has always used its tiny worlds to inspire big imagination," said Chris Down, Chief Design Officer, Mattel. "With GCDS, that sense of wonder takes on a bold new form—where fashion, nostalgia, and creative freedom converge. Giuliano's vision transforms a beloved icon into something unexpected and delightfully expressive." "Redesigning Polly Pocket marks a personal milestone," said Giuliano Calza, Creative Director, GCDS. "Ever since I was a kid, the moment I thought of something beautiful, those pastel cases would appear in my mind like a reflex. These tiny toys were magical representations of a bigger world—small enough to hold in your palm, but powerful enough to unlock entire scenarios and fantasies. That feeling shaped me. I've built my creative universe on the idea that 'cute' isn't superficial—it's a bold, emotional language of contemporary culture." "With this launch, I didn't just redesign a toy—I encapsulated my world into a new pocketworld," said Calza. "And I hope it resonates with the GCDS community and Polly lovers around the globe with the same emotional intensity it holds for me. Because when nostalgia meets design, it becomes desire." In Milan on July 16th to commemorate the launch, Polly Pocket and GCDS will welcome fans into a fully immersive experience inspired by Polly's miniature universe, complete with interactive installations and the chance to purchase the Polly Pocket X GCDS Compact, merchandising, and selected items from the capsule collection. For the ones who will buy on site, there will be the chance to taste Polly Pocket themed food. The capsule collection and limited quantities of the Polly Pocket X GCDS Compact will be available starting July 16th exclusively on and then available on Mattel Creations, Mattel's design-driven platform celebrating the intersection of pop culture, fandom, and play, starting July 18th. About Mattel Mattel is a leading global toy and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world. We engage consumers and fans through our franchise brands, including Barbie®, Hot Wheels®, Fisher-Price®, American Girl®, Thomas & Friends™, UNO®, Masters of the Universe®, Matchbox®, Monster High®, Polly Pocket®, and Barney®, as well as other popular properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include toys, content, consumer products, digital and live experiences. Our products are sold in collaboration with the world's leading retail and ecommerce companies. Since its founding in 1945, Mattel is proud to be a trusted partner in empowering generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. Visit us at About GCDS Giuliano Calza Design Studio is a Milan-based fashion house established in 2015 by brothers Giuliano and Giordano Calza who lead the brand as Creative Director and CEO. Renowned for its vibrant aesthetic and streetwear sensibility, GCDS merges Italian craftsmanship with bold pop culture references to cultivate a distinctive and inclusive fashion identity. Recognized for its playful visual language, and imaginative capsule collections, GCDS has emerged as a global emblem of the new wave of Made in Italy. From pioneering metaverse fashion shows to high-profile collaborations with industry icons such as Carine Roitfeld, GCDS has drawn a large pop community of international celebrities and icons that identify with its free and inclusive universe. With a well-established presence in Italy and Asia, and an ambitious growth strategy across Europe and the United States, GCDS continues to shape the future of contemporary fashion through originality, inclusivity, and uncompromising creativity. View source version on Contacts For press inquiries, contact: Devin Michelle Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
