Wednesday, July 9, 2025

Summer Vibes & Sweet PEZ Surprises: Say Hello to Natsu Panda!

Most of us are familiar with 
vintage PEZ dispensers, 
especially those found on licensed PEZ merchandise.

 Recently, we discovered some fantastic new 
PEZ products featuring familiar characters like the vintage PEZ 
bunny, pony, and duck, but also a brand-new 
pink panda bear lounging in a swim ring.
 Since this adorable character was completely new to us, 
we were instantly excited and eager to learn more.

We’re thrilled to introduce you to the 
Natsu Panda.
We immediately fell in love with the design:
 a cute pink panda bear relaxing comfortably
 in a bright yellow swim ring, 
holding a refreshing cold drink, 
radiating pure summer vibes!
You might be wondering: 
Natsu Panda? 
Never heard of it before?
That’s right! 
Until now, even we hadn’t come across 
this charming panda. 

But we’ve gathered all the details for you right here.

The pink Natsu Panda is the official mascot from 
AEON RETAIL Co.Ltd. in Japan, known primarily 
from AEON Shopping Malls across the country.
Currently, there’s an exciting promotion 
and a beautifully executed 
marketing campaign happening in Japan. 
For PEZ collectors and fans in Japan,
AEON RETAIL Co., Ltd. is running a summer campaign
 in 300 of their shopping malls.

Here’s the best part: 

when you spend 3,000 JPY (about $88 USD) at AEON, 
you can receive an exclusive PEZ giveaway! 
You get to choose from limited-edition PEZ products, 
all featuring the charming Natsu Panda design, 
while supplies last.

The following products are available to choose from:
PEZ pouches 
available in 5 different colors
PEZ COOLER BAG
PEZ GADGET CASES

But where’s the Natsu Panda PEZ dispenser?

With such an incredible collaboration 
and campaign underway, 
we all can’t help but wonder: 
when will the official Natsu PEZ dispenser be released? 
Since there’s already a PEZ panda mold, 
creating a Natsu Panda dispenser shouldn’t 
be too difficult. 

We believe some key players should definitely 
consider making this happen, with 300 stores involved,
 the dispenser would be quickly snapped up! 😉

Because we love the design so much, 
we couldn’t resist playing around with the 
current PEZ panda dispenser in Photoshop.
 We’ve edited it to imagine what a Natsu Panda dispenser 
could look like, and if this promotion is repeated
 next summer, hopefully,
 it will become a reality. 
Where there’s a will, there’s a way!

We’re excited for all Japanese PEZ collectors
 and fans who have the chance to get their
 hands on these wonderful PEZ merchandise items.
 For more info, be sure to check out the official
campaign website linked here.

Finally, a special thank you to AEON Retail 
and PEZ International for providing the 
photos and graphics used in this post.
Happy Collecting!

Tuesday, July 8, 2025

From the North Pole to the Tropics: PEZ Does It Again! A Reindeer Joins the Summer Party!

There are a thousand reasons to celebrate summer, 
and even more, thanks to PEZ and their sunny
 new summer-themed dispenser!
 
Last year, PEZ surprised us with a fun twist
 on holiday cheer:
 the Christmas in July Santa Clause dispenser.
 Sporting black sunglasses and a Hawaiian
 stem print, he brought tropical vacation
 vibes right into our collections.
As we already hinted, PEZ is celebrating
summer once again this year.
And let’s be honest, what’s Santa without his trusty reindeer?
Exactly, totally lost. :)

So now, Santa’s not alone anymore!
His cool reindeer companion has arrived,
also wearing black sunglasses and rocking
that cheerful Hawaiian print.
 
 We’re absolutely thrilled that Santa 
finally has company in our display cases.
 
This new Summer Reindeer is available 
exclusively online, 
Europe: here
and in the US here
Left: USA Right: European PEZ Blistercard
 
PEZ International has a special surprise in 
store for European PEZ collectors, 
a PEZ drawstring bag featuring the adorable 
PEZ mascots, the iconic PEZ logo, and the 
cheerful slogan "PEZ makes you smile."
You can get your drawstring bag here.
 Attention USA Collectors!
Get ready for the ultimate dose of  
The Nightmare Before Christmas dispensers!
 
 Now available as single dispensers, 
in twin packs, or even in a party pack, 
there's something for every fan. 
We're especially excited about 
these spooky-fun collectibles!
Get them here now!
 Over the years, PEZ has released some
amazing summer dispensers, 
inviting us to snap colorful and 
sunny photos with them. 
While the flamingo duo Mabel and Floyd 
will always be our all-time favorites, 
we’re super excited to welcome this reindeer 
into the summer lineup.
 
Summer collecting has never been more fun. 
Thank you, PEZ!
 
Happy Collecting! 

Wednesday, July 2, 2025

VMI Sports Officially Launches PEZ Flavored Creatine and Aminogex Products.

 VMI Sports®, a leading brand in the
 sports nutrition industry, is excited
 to announce that its highly anticipated
PEZ® Flavored Creatine Monohydrate 
and Aminogex® EAAs / BCAAs + Hydration 
products are now officially launched 
and available to consumers nationwide. (USA only)
 These new product rollouts build on VMI Sports’ 
multi-year licensing partnership with 
the iconic PEZ Candy brand , an innovative 
collaboration that brings nostalgic 
PEZ flavors with zero artificial colors to 
high-performance sports supplements. 
 
VMI Sports kicked off the partnership in March 2025 
with the successful launch of 
KXR® Ready-to-Drink Pre-Workout,
 its first PEZ flavored product. 
Now, the addition of Creatine Monohydrate 
and Aminogex expands the lineup, 
and the momentum will continue this summer
 with the launch of KXR Sport and KXR Stacked, 
both featuring signature PEZ flavors 
as part of the ongoing rollout.
 Creatine Monohydrate, available in 
PEZ Sour Green Apple and PEZ Cherry, 
is a powerhouse supplement known for 
boosting strength, power, and muscle growth
 by increasing the body’s natural energy source (ATP).
 It helps improve performance during 
high-intensity workouts, supports faster 
recovery, enhances lean muscle mass, 
and may even aid brain function and mental
 clarity – especially under stress or fatigue
 Aminogex EAAs / BCAAs + Hydration,
 available in PEZ Orange and PEZ Sour Green Apple, 
delivers 10G EAAs and 7G BCAAs, plus 
1.25G Betaine – clinically proven to enhance
 power, strength, muscle growth, and the body’s 
own production of creatine. 
It also features pharmaceutical-grade 
electrolytes for superior hydration 
post-workout or anytime recovery.
 
“Being a staple in sports nutrition, 
we knew we needed a partner that 
aligned with our brand and customers,”
 said VMI Sports President, Tom Reilly. 
“After a year of reviewing options, PEZ emerged
 as the perfect fit. This global iconic & 
nostalgic brand shares our Northeast roots. 
We’re excited to enter licensing with them, 
and the response from consumers and 
retailers has been extraordinary.” 
 
“We’ve been working closely with the
 VMI team to develop a great tasting line of
 sports nutrition products and these
 PEZ-inspired flavors will not disappoint! 
 
We’re excited to build out this line with VMI,” 
said Christian Jegen, CEO/President, PEZ Candy, Inc.
 
PEZ® powder products will be launching 
at HEB Supermarkets in the Southwest, 
as well as other chain retailers nationwide starting this July. 
Expansion will include both Grocery, Health Club, 
& Specialty Retailers as well as Amazon.com.
You can order yours here.
Happy Collecting! 

A New Era Begins at PEZ: Leadership Change Marks the Start of Exciting Innovations..

 t’s been making headlines across 
the Austrian daily press: 
a major generational shift is underway at PEZ.
 After more than 25 years at the helm of PEZ AG, 
Manfred Födermayr has handed over the reins 
to Leopold Hainy as of July 2025.
The newly appointed CEO is set to carry forward

 the company’s proven strategies while 
also broadening its reach with innovative
 new product lines. Based in Traun, Upper Austria, 
PEZ will continue to build on its heritage while
 embracing the future.

Key areas of focus under Hainy’s leadership 
will include accelerating the company’s 
digital transformation and placing a 
stronger emphasis on sustainability.

And there’s more exciting news ahead:

One particular announcement 
caught our attention, 
Hainy plans to launch a line of fruit gummies 
under the iconic PEZ brand. 
 
The group will continue investing in products 
aimed at health-conscious consumers and athletes.
“Gummy and effervescent products fortified with
 vitamins and other dietary supplements
 are already a strong segment in the U.S. 
This trend is also gaining momentum in our 
region and will continue to grow in
 the years to come,” Hainy explains. 
Expansion of the organic product range 
is also in the pipeline.

Today, the PEZ Group employs around 
950 people worldwide, 
with 150 based at the company’s headquarters in Traun. 
From there, global sales and marketing 
operations are managed, 
excluding the U.S. and Canada. 
PEZ also operates production facilities in Vienna, 
Western Hungary, and the United States, 
where it has its own visitor center. Recently,
 a flagship store was opened in Shanghai.

And finally, great news for Austrian fans: 
dedicated PEZ locations are also in
 the works right here at home!

Leopold Hainy is no stranger to PEZ. 
He has been part of the extended PEZ family for
 nearly a decade, previously serving as 
Managing Director of Ed. Haas, a sister company of 
PEZ and the distributor of PEZ products in Austria.

We’re excited to see what the future holds 
and can’t wait to discover what surprises 
PEZ has in store for us under Hainy’s leadership.

Please join us in giving a warm welcome to
 Mr. Hainy as he steps into his new role 
in the colorful world of PEZ!

You can read the full press release [here].
Happy Collecting! 

Tuesday, June 24, 2025

NOW AVAILABLE! Celebrating 75 Years of Magic: Cinderella and the New PEZ Exclusive.

The story of Cinderella continues to enchant
 and move audiences around the world, 
even decades after it first appeared.
 
The beloved animated film by Walt Disney Studios 
tells the story of Cinderella, a kind-hearted 
young woman who lives with her wicked 
stepmother and her lazy, selfish stepsisters. 
They constantly belittle her and force her to do
 all the household chores.
 
But there's one thing they can’t take from her:
 her dreams. 
Despite her hardships, Cinderella 
continues to sing and dance,
 joined by her animal friends, especially the
 two cheerful mice, Jaq and Gus.
 
One day, a letter from the King’s palace arrives: 
a royal ball is to be held! The King is searching
 for a bride for his son, the Prince, and every 
eligible young woman is commanded to attend.
Thanks to a little magic from her kind Fairy
 Godmother, Cinderella receives a beautiful
 gown and a grand coach, just in time for the ball.
 
But the magic comes with a catch, it only lasts
 until midnight. Cinderella captures the Prince’s heart,
 but as the clock strikes twelve, she must flee. 
In her rush, she leaves behind a single glass slipper.
 
Determined to find the mystery girl, the Prince 
begins a kingdom-wide search. Every maiden 
must try on the slipper—and only one foot fits...
It’s hard to believe, but the Cinderella film
 had a long and winding development. 
Some of the early scripts date all the way
 back to the 1930s! It wasn’t until 1948
 that Disney finally decided to bring Cinderella to
 the screen, a risky decision at the time, 
since the studio’s last major hit, 
Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs (1937), 
was more than a decade old, 
and Disney was in a financially uncertain position. 
 PEZ Celebrates 75 Years of Cinderella!
As we teased in a recent post, PEZ has 
created a very special release to celebrate
 Cinderella’s anniversary, an Online Exclusive dispenser
 that is now finally available!
This special edition features a translucent
 light blue stem, printed with 
Disney Cinderella 75 
in elegant black font.
Left: USA vs. Right: Euro PEZ Princess Blistercard
It’s distinct from the version available 
exclusively in U.S. Disney Parks, 
which features a crystal-clear body instead. 
Of course, we’ve prepared a side-by-side 
comparison of the regular Cinderella, 
the Disney Parks exclusive, 
and the brand-new Online Exclusive, just for you!
You can grab this stunning new PEZ dispenser
 in Europe (here) and in the 
USA (here)
 
USA and Euro Online only release!

As Always: A Princess Pictorial Just for You!

For our American PEZ collectors, 
there is even more to order online: 
the Pokemon Gengar is now available, 
and  the Nightmare before Christmas 
PEZ Party Pack with 12 dispensers is also 
available now at PEZ Candy USA!

To top it all off, we’ve created a brand-new 
Disney Princess pictorial.
 It's our little tradition to celebrate each 
magical release with something special for
 our collector community.
 
And finally, a huge THANK YOU to PEZ for 
always surprising us with such creative 
and exciting dispensers. You keep our hobby fresh, fun, 
and full of wonder.

 💙💙💙

Happy Collecting!

Friday, June 20, 2025

Coming soon! New HELLO KITTY PEZ Tin Features Cinnamoroll, Kuromi & More – Hello Kitty Fans Rejoice! Full Overview!

In our world of collecting, 
Hello Kitty 
PEZ dispensers have become as essential 
as Sunday morning rituals, an inseparable part 
of our PEZ passion. 
Over the years, Sanrio and PEZ have worked
 their magic, bringing beloved characters and 
delightful designs into our lives, 
one dispenser at a time.
It’s been ages since the last Hello Kitty PEZ tin
 made its debut, but good things come 
to those who wait! 
This September, PEZ Candy USA is treating 
us to a brand-new Hello Kitty tin, 
and it's arriving exclusively in the United States.
 Spoiler: it's absolutely worth the wait.

So what’s inside this enchanting new Hello Kitty tin?

Classic Red Hello Kitty
A timeless favorite that never goes out of style.
Cinnamoroll
Making a sweet PEZ debut, this beloved 
Sanrio pup finally joins the family!
My Melody
 
Celebrating her golden jubilee (50th Anniversary Edition), 
in style with a brand-new PEZ mold!
Kuromi
Returning with a bold new color variation 
that collectors will adore.
But that’s not all: 
each dispenser features a lovely printed stem design,
 adding that extra bit of charm and 
collectibility to an already magical set.
With these four new additions, 
our Hello Kitty PEZ family grows by nine 
fresh faces this year, yes, 
nine new dispensers for 2025!

 It's getting so crowded on our display shelves
 that we might have to start rearranging
 just to make room for everyone.
 
We’re counting down the days until September
 and can hardly contain our excitement. 
These new dispensers will make the perfect 
addition to any PEZ or Sanrio collection, 
and we can’t wait 
to welcome them into ours.

Of course, we've prepared a full pictorial 
of all 2025 Hello Kitty PEZ releases, 
complete with country flags to help you see 
where each dispenser is available.
Let the countdown begin, Hello Kitty magic awaits!
Happy Collecting!

Wednesday, June 18, 2025

London Calling! Luxury Meets Nostalgia: Anya Hindmarch x PEZ

Stunning photos have just reached 
us from London, and trust us, 
if you’re anywhere near the city (or planning a trip),
 you need to add this to your to-do list:
The incredible Anya Hindmarch store in Chelsea.
 
For those unfamiliar, Anya Hindmarch is a
 celebrated British fashion accessories 
designer and the founder and CEO of her 
eponymous luxury brand. 
 
Known for her playful yet sophisticated 
approach to fashion, Anya has made a name 
for herself with high-end bags and accessories 
that often blend nostalgia, and craftsmanship
 in the most unexpected ways.
 
And now… she’s taken it one step further, 
with a PEZ-inspired collection that brings 
our favorite candy icon into the world of designer fashion! 

PEZ Meets High Fashion 🎒✨

Inside the boutique, every PEZ-themed product
 is beautifully staged, the displays are 
truly something to behold. 
Bright, bold, and unapologetically fun, 
the shop window alone is a total showstopper
Whether you're a die-hard collector or a fashion
 lover with a sweet spot for childhood memories,
 this is a destination worth experiencing in person.
Thank you Kristin Anderson C. for the pictures.

The Anya Hindmarch store is located at:
📍 14 Pont Street, Chelsea, London SW1X 9EN

Can’t Make It to London? Shop the Collection Online 🛍️

For those who can’t pop over to Chelsea 
but are still dreaming of a PEZ-inspired 
designer piece—fear not! 
The exclusive PEZ bags and accessories are also available online. Granted, they’re a bit of an investment,
 but for fans of both style and sweets,
 they’re a match made in collector heaven.
 Want to see more? All of Anya’s fabulous 
products are just a click away, 
check them out online here! 
Happy Collecting!