# $700 Posh Plush Toys The Markers at New & Lingwood Reveal a Line of Costy Teddy Bears By Malika Renee Butss | Published 2013-12-20 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-lingwood References: [luxurytopics](http://www.luxurytopics.com/luxury-toys/fancy/fancy-teddy-bear-collection) & [newandlingwood](http://www.newandlingwood.com/about) Just in time for the holidays season New & Lingwood unleash a collection of top notch teddy bears. Collaborating with African atelier Taunina, the notorious shirt makers have crafted a line of [exquisite teddy bears](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deddy-bears) that will warm your heart, but leave your wallet feeling fairly cold. Each bear in this collection is embroidered by a Taunina artist using New & Lingwood silk and retail for an outstanding $700 each. The priceless posh bears feature a wide range of patterns and designs such as vintage paisley, camo and signature skull and cross bone. Each bear is equipped with its very own [passport with its named included](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/squeezeaway) in addition to information about the artist. Cuddle up with one of these penny-pinching teddies this season and fill the void built by their price tag. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 33% | Activity: 31% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial - Top markets: Europe, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/toys) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Luxury Plush Toys:** The rise of luxury plush toys presents an opportunity for high-end retailers to tap into the growing demand for unique and exclusive collectibles. - **Artisan Collaborations:** Collaborations between established brands and artisans offer a disruptive innovation opportunity to create premium products with a distinct blend of craftsmanship and design. - **Personalized Collectibles:** The trend of personalized collectibles allows consumers to own unique items that reflect their individuality, providing an opportunity for customization-focused businesses to thrive. ### Who This Affects Most - **Luxury Retail:** The luxury retail industry can tap into the demand for high-end plush toys by offering exclusive collections and collaborations with renowned artists and designers. - **Artisanal Goods:** The artisanal goods industry can benefit from partnerships with established brands to create limited-edition collectibles that appeal to discerning customers seeking unique and well-crafted products. - **Customization Services:** Customization service providers can capitalize on the personalized collectibles trend by offering options for customers to personalize their plush toys with individualized designs, colors, and features. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Luxury Plush Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/red-velvet-sparkle-buildabear-collectible.md) - [Blazer-Adorned Bear Figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blazeradorned-bear-figure.md) - [Teddy Bear-Centric Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boss-2.md) - [London-Inspired Bear Figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bearbrick-1.md) - [Man-Sized Cuddly Teddy Bears](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loving-bear-puffy.md) - [Plush Toy Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urupochachan.md) - [Recordable Stuffed Animals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dubido-factory.md) - [Adult-Targeted Plush Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/build-a-bear-after-dark.md) - [Charitable Holiday Bears](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holt-renfrew-holiday-bear-2021.md)