Recommendation Collectibles & Art · Home & Garden

Collectibles that are Worth the Hype

For Whom/What:

a married couple in her 40s with teenagers

Budget:

$1000

Requirements:

doubles as a house decor

limited-edition

modern and artistic

Extra Details:

Potential new collector here, looking for home decor items or toys that are worth buying and cherishing for years to come. I've always wanted to start my collection to make my house a home. Not necessarily hoping for appreciation, but if there are things that are both aesthetic and profitable, bingo!

Poltrona Frau's miniatures make good collectibles. These miniatures allow collectors to own a piece of Poltrona Frau’s design heritage without the need for full-sized furniture. The high-quality materials and precise craftsmanship used in creating the miniatures mirror the full-scale versions. They're such beautiful, artistic objects that represent timeless Italian design. 

Miniature
Brand: Poltrona Frau
Hazel Murray
2 weeks ago

I love Lalique figurines because they’re not just collectibles, they’re like little pieces of art. They just feel special.

The craftsmanship is incredible—the way the glass is sculpted and the details they get into each piece is just stunning. I also love how each figurine has that signature frosted look, which makes them feel really luxurious. They’re timeless too, so whether you’re displaying them now or passing them down, they never go out of style. They fit in anywhere, from a modern home to something more classic. 

Crystal Fish
Brand: Lalique
Gregoire Toad
Brand: Lalique
Helen Reid
2 weeks ago

Pop Mart is a brand known for producing and selling designer toys, particularly collectible vinyl figures. It has gained massive popularity due to its blind box concept, where customers buy a box without knowing which specific figure they will get. This surprise element, along with collaborations with famous designers and artists, has made Pop Mart a hit among collectors.

The company offers a wide range of toy series featuring unique characters, like Skullpanda, Molly, and Pucky, all created by various artists. 

My favorite is Skullpanda. It is a popular designer toy series created by the artist Wang Yitong. It features a quirky character with a skull-like face, often portrayed in a variety of imaginative costumes and themes. The figures often mix dark, whimsical elements with fashion-forward aesthetics, making them stand out in the world of collectible vinyl toys.

Julie Sorkin
2 days ago

If you appreciate modern design, Vitra Miniatures make fantastic collectibles. They’re detailed, perfectly scaled-down replicas of iconic designer chairs, allowing you to own a piece of design history in miniature form. Each piece is crafted with the same precision and high-quality materials as the originals, making them both a work of art and a conversation starter. For design enthusiasts, they're a fun way to appreciate the craftsmanship of legendary designs, and they look amazing displayed on shelves or desks. 

Miniatures Collection
Brand: Vitra