Hello Kitty

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Hello Kitty

I love Hello Kitty! I don't know exactly why, maybe because she's just soo cute. There's just something about her. I started loving her when I was about 15 and have been learning about her and collecting items featuring Hello Kitty since!

Hello Kitty's Story 

According to Sanrio, the creator of Hello Kitty,
"Hello Kitty was bornon November 1st and she lives in London England with her parents and her twin sister, Mimmy. They have lots of friends at school with whom they share lots of adventures. Her hobbies include traveling, music, reading, eating yummy cookies her sister Mimmy bakes, and best of all making new friends."

Hello Kitty's History 

According to Wikipedia:
"Hello Kitty was originally to be named "Kitty White" (from one of the cats that Alice kept in the book Through the Looking-Glass by Lewis Carroll), due to British culture being popular among Japanese girls at the time of her inception. However, this name was not adopted. The name "Hello Kitty" originated from a mistranslation of the name of Japan's famous maneki neko ("welcoming cat"), the primary inspiration for the character.

When Hello Kitty's boyfriend "Dear Daniel" was created in 1999, designers took his name from the 1971 film Melody, which starred Mark Lester as a character called Daniel and features songs by the Bee Gees.

Hello Kitty's fictional world includes a whole array of friends and family members. Since 2004 she has even had a pet cat of her own called Charmmy Kitty and a pet hamster called Sugar. Charmmy resembles Hello Kitty but has more cat-like features. Charmmy Kitty was given to Hello Kitty by her father, George White, and Sugar by Dear Daniel.

Hello Kitty's rising prominence
Hello Kitty has been marketed in the United States from the beginning and has held the position of U.S. children's ambassador for UNICEF since 1983. She really came to her own during the late 1990s when several celebrities such as Mariah Carey adopted her as a fashion statement. Now products featuring the character can be found in virtually any American department store. Hello Kitty was once featured in an advertising campaign of the retail chain Target. Many American celebrities have contributed to the character's popularity:Ricky Martin, Mariah Carey, Cameron Diaz, Heidi Klum, Steven Tyler, Christina Aguilera, Carmen Electra, Mandy Moore, Raven-Symoné, Varla Jean Merman, as well as Paris and Nicky Hilton have all been spotted with Hello Kitty goods. Singer Lisa Loeb, who is marketing the pink Hello Kitty guitar, has admitted to being a fan and has even dedicated a whole album in homage to Hello Kitty, called Hello Lisa."

Hello Kitty is Not Just For Kids! 

Besides all of the children fans of Hello Kitty there are also plenty of older woman, just like me, who adore Hello Kitty.

Sometimes some Hello Kitty stuff I find is just a little too childish, even for me, so when I found out that Sanrio was creating a HK store just for adults I was really happy. The store is called Momoberry by Sanrio. The stores can only be found in LA and Tokoyo :( Maybe someday they'll expand.

Hello Kitty Bling 

As I was searching for some cool Hello Kitty Jewelry, besides the plastic kid's stuff, I came across Tarino Tarintino. She is an artist that creates my most favoritist HK jewelry ever! The collectiono is called Pink Head, because in it HK features pink hair, and can be found here: Tarino Tarantino It is a little on the expensive side, but it is definitly worth it. I only own one peice, but hope to own more soon!

Hello Kitty Watch 

Again, while searching for some HK bling I came across a fabulous HK watch by Neiman Marcus. Of course it's expensive because it's Neiman Marcus, this beautiful watch will cost you around 4 grand and comes with an alligator strap, mother of pearl dial, 1.6 carats of diamonds, and pink saphires.

Hello Kitty Items 

There are millions of HK items out there in the world today. You can find Hello Kitty on things from pajama pants to toasters. Below are just a few of those items.

Hello Kitty Video Games 

Hello Kitty: Bubble Gum Girlfriends

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HELLO KITTY:CUTIE WORLD LG

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Hello Kitty Dream Carnival

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Hello Kitty Roller Rescue

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Hello Kitty's Cube Frenzy

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Hello Kitty Music and Movies 

Animation Soundtrack

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Hello Kitty Merry X'mas

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Hello Kitty Becomes a Princess

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The Hello Kitty Diamond DVD Collection

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Hello Kitty 5: Stump Village - It's Showtime

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Hello Kitty Kitchen Stuff 

SANYO HP-4363KT HELLO KITTY SANDWICH MAKER

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Hello Kitty Waffle Maker - KT5221

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Sanrio Hello Kittty Dinnerware set / Gift box

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Hello Kitty Clothes 

Girls' Hello Kitty Wedge Sandals - Brown

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Hello Kitty School/Office Stuff 

Hello Kitty Lunch Bag/Box

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Hello Kitty Calculator

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Hello Kitty Wipe-Off Memo Board

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Hello Kitty on Ebay 

Ebay is the best place to find Hello Kitty stuff that's not available in the U.S.

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Hello Kitty 2009 Mini Wall Calendar


Hello Kitty 2009 Mini Wall Calendar


Hello Kitty Mini Wall Calendar: Always chic even when time-traveling the ever-stylish Hello Kitty spends 2009 modeling fashions throughout history from ancient Egypt to the new millennium.

 

Hello Kitty - Red Sleepshirt Gift Pack for women


Hello Kitty - Red Sleepshirt Gift Pack for women


These 100% cotton dorm shirts for women feature Hello Kitty faces with bows and pink Hello Kitty Registered Trademark Logos in an all-over print on a red background. These fun short sleeve sleep shirts come with a pink novelty gift package. They are machine washable and easy to care for.

 

Hello Kitty Wallet Rainbow Stripes Style


Hello Kitty Wallet Rainbow Stripes Style


Much detail was put into this wallet to make is the best crafted wallet! The great contrast between the stripes and the blue complement each other very well. The front cover of the lid is detailed with embroidery stitching and colorful sequins on PVC. The interior of the wallet features 4 credit card slots, coin zipper pocket and 2 separate compartments for money. The exterior of the wallet also includes a zipper pocket. Magnetic snap closure. Measures 8" x 4" x 1.5".

 

Hello Kitty Angry Kitty Tote


Hello Kitty Angry Kitty Tote


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Hello Kitty Coin Purse UK Flag Distressed Style


Hello Kitty Coin Purse UK Flag Distressed Style


The Hello Kitty Coin Purse UK Flag Distressed Style features a patchwork with embroidery stitching design on cotton canvas material. Measures 5.5" x 4".

 

Hello Kitty Guitar Baby Tee


Hello Kitty Guitar Baby Tee


Hello Kitty Guitar Baby Tee This is an officially licensed Hello Kitty Baby Tee in which this girls shirt has been screen printed with a Hello Kitty design on the front of this cotton junior fitted babydoll tee shirt. These Hello Kitty Baby Tee shirts are usually made from a softer 5oz. stretchy cotton baby doll tee shirts by Mighty Fine Clothing Company. Mighty Fine Baby Tees are designed to be fitted babydoll style shirts for someone who likes to wear form fitted style of a shirt that have a super soft pre-washed feel. These Mighty Fine garments are usually made with a higher thread count giving this baby doll tee excellent style, fashion and feel. Be sure to check out our SIZE CHART to get an idea of the average size and dimensions of this Hello Kitty tshirt style. Check back often for some of our new Hello Kitty clothing and other Hello Kitty Merchandise at great prices only at - www.StylinOnline.com.

Cool Hello Kitty Pictures 

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Hello Kitty Videos 


Hello Kitty Robot Sings!

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Hello Kitty Wedding

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EagleBayDesigns wrote...

Adorable! I loved Hello Kitty when I was a little girl. Fun lens!

ReplyPosted December 02, 2008

cannedguds wrote...

when i was in my elementary years, i have my own Hello Kitty merchandise from handkerchief, wallet or purse, socks, hat and I'M A BOY! I don't know, I just love Hello Kitty and Little Twin Stars! LOL!!!! thanks for sharing this! hope you can also explore some of my lenses if you have the time! Nice work you got here!

ReplyPosted November 24, 2008

awakeningwellness wrote...

This really brought back memories of when my daughter was little and Hello Kitty was all over the house. 5*

ReplyPosted November 17, 2008

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hello kitty! nice lens :)

ReplyPosted November 05, 2008

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hello kitty! nice lens :)

ReplyPosted November 05, 2008

awelldressedbullet wrote...

Wow, I learned something new today, never heard about "hello kitty", I don't get out much it seems, great lens! - Kathy

ReplyPosted October 05, 2008

yourbeautymark wrote...

I LOVE HK, too! This is a great lens! 5 stars!

ReplyPosted September 20, 2008

Jewelsofawe wrote...

I love Hello Kitty! I grew up collecting Hello Kitty stuff.

ReplyPosted August 27, 2008

niicki wrote...

*wallowing in the HK goodness of your Lens*

ReplyPosted August 23, 2008

SideSplitters wrote...

Great work! I've been seeing Hello Kitty around for years and never knew what it was...but this is a great compilation and explanation!

ReplyPosted August 18, 2008

tashad17 wrote...

cute lens! I learned some info I never knew about Hello kitty! five stars.

ReplyPosted August 14, 2008

Riey wrote...

Rofl, it just reminds me of the South Park WOW Episode. Good work, 5 stars!

ReplyPosted August 07, 2008

DebbieJohnson wrote...

Great lens, 5 stars!

ReplyPosted June 22, 2008

millionairemakers wrote...

I love Hello Kitty. I still have all my hello Kitty stuff from when I was little and my daughter will have a hello kitty birthday!

Definitely sharing this one with fellow hello kitty lovers!

ReplyPosted June 17, 2008

eccles1 wrote...

Too cute nice lens thank you !

ReplyPosted June 15, 2008

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