Creative Products

January 29, 2026

LEGO and Crocs Turn the Beloved Brick-Shaped Toys Into Quirky Clogs

LEGO and Crocs have both championed creativity and quirkiness in their own ways. Now, the Danish toymaker and the American footwear company have sealed a new multi-year global partnership. To kick off their collaboration, LEGO and Crocs have released the LEGO Brick Clog. These oversized, rectangular shoes are modeled after LEGO’s classic two-by-four toy bricks, and feature four branded studs on top.

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January 13, 2026

Mattel Unveils Autistic Barbie Highlighting the Challenges of Representing a Broad Spectrum

Over the past few years, toy maker Mattel has been working to make its Barbie lineup more reflective of the real world. Recent releases include a Barbie with Down syndrome, the brand’s first doll with hearing aids, and a doll with type 1 diabetes. Now, Mattel has taken another step forward with the release of an autistic Barbie, continuing its push to make the iconic fashion doll more inclusive.

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December 3, 2025

Best of 2025: 40 Creative Products That Earned a Spot in Our Cart This Year

The products we choose to have in our homes and wear on our bodies say a lot about who we are. They communicate the colors we like and the aesthetics we appreciate, but they can also speak to our identity. Think about it in terms of yourself. Do you like vintage? Are you an early adopter of technology? Would people describe you as practical with a whimsical streak?

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November 6, 2025

MoMA and Mattel Reimagine Classic Toys and Games With an Artist-Inspired Twist

The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) and toymaker Mattel are two powerhouse brands, albeit known for different things. MoMA is the home of thought-provoking modern and contemporary art, and Mattel is the umbrella under which brands like Barbie, UNO, and Hot Wheels exist. Now, the two have come together in an incredible five-year partnership to create products inspired by one another.

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My Modern Met

Celebrating creativity and promoting a positive culture by spotlighting the best sides of humanity—from the lighthearted and fun to the thought-provoking and enlightening.