The celebration of the Japanese pop culture icon cuts across commerce, fashion and entertainment, guided by the elusive ...

Hello Kitty is now 50. Befitting a pop icon at midlife, the bubble-­headed, bow-wearing character’s fictional birthday has ...

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A new stall selling Japanese street fashion, jewellery and character merchandise is coming to Norwich Market. It will be run as a collaboration between best friends Katherine Rose, 29, and Jessica ...

Hello Kitty turns 50 on Friday. Befitting a pop icon at midlife, the bubble-headed, bow-wearing character's fictional ...

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InStyle editors recount the most cursed shopping regrets they'll take to the grave. From Armani jackets to discount Miu Miu, ...

Hello Kittygets an unorthodox fall-themed collection, with apparel and snowboarding goods store 686 releasing a new tech and ...

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