After BLACKPINK’s Lisa kicked off the Labubu fever, it looks like BTS’ V, aka Kim Taehyung, is sparking the bag trend of the year. Following his discharge from South Korea’s mandatory military service, the K-pop star has resumed his regular social media activities, and besides giving fans a glimpse of his travel escapades, the singer has been spotted flaunting an adorable, furry tote from Jellycat. Amid soaring demand for BTS V’s Bartholomew Bear tote bag, here is a look at some of the best plush totes featuring the trendiest collectible characters from Labubu to Chiikawa and more.
While BTS’ V is known to have an enviable bag collection, his latest pick — the Jellycat Bartholomew Bear tote bag became an overnight sensation, and stocks have been selling out with ARMYs from across the globe trying to get their hands on it. The fuzzy bear-faced bag is the latest addition to the plush collectible craze, which initially began with Labubu bag charms, but has since spawned designs from Louis Vuitton, with the brand launching its own plush figurine charm collection. While the Bartholomew Bear tote bag is grabbing all the limelight, here are some other amazing plush tote bags, famous collectible toy sensations like Labubu, Chiikawa, Sanrio, and more, that deserve your attention.
Check out the cutest plush totes to add to your bag collection
Smudge Rabbit tote bag from Jellycat
If you are looking to add a touch of joy and playfulness to your wardrobe, a soft, fuzzy tote is a must-have in 2025. Just like its huggable plushies, the Jellycat tote comes with fluffy handles and an adorable lop-eared bunny head at the front. Available in a light beige, oatmeal shade, this bag has ample versatility to become the perfect accessory to add to your summer as well as winter wardrobe. Whether you want to style it with a basic tee and sneakers for a laid-back outing or add it as an accompaniment to a bold layered look, it works as a fine statement piece either way.
If you are seeking some celebrity inspirations, the Smudge Rabbit tote was famously carried by model Irina Shayk in January this year during a New York outing. The model paired it with her wintery look, consisting of a duvet-style puffer jacket and knee-high boots. Available to buy on the Jellycat store, the plush tote is priced at USD 90.
Bartholomew Bear tote bag
Ever since BTS member V was spotted carrying this charming tote, it has been selling like hot cakes. The Jellycat bag has made multiple appearances in the K-pop star’s Instagram posts, making it one of the most sought-after items across the brand’s global online stores. Modelled after the UK brand’s most popular teddy bear — the Bartholomew Bear — it makes for an incredibly friendly and lovable companion, delivering on the functionality front with its spacious storage while also bringing a jolly vibe as you take on the adventures of the day. Its cuddly features and squishy material are sure to keep not just the Monday blues, but everyday blues at bay. Easy to blend with a casual look, the bag comes in the famous teddy bear’s signature brown shade. At present, the plush tote, widely regarded as the brand’s hottest commodity, is back in stock in Jellycat’s US store.
Smudge Bear tote from Jellycat
Yet another plush tote from Jellycat that instantly wins points for its whimsical design is the Smudge Bear tote. With a pleasing bear face that pops out from the front, along with its adorable round ears and a suede nose, this bag makes for a delightful addition to your collection. Its cosy and endearing design makes it a standout piece and a must-have for Jellycat lovers. Given its beautiful light-caramel shade, the tote can perfectly complement your fall wardrobe as well as become a statement piece among your monochrome winter staples.
Labubu Reversible Plush bag
The Labubu craze isn’t dying anytime soon. Beyond blind boxes, here’s another cute Labubu item to add to your collection — the Labubu Reversible Plush bag. Featuring the characters from “The Monsters” series, the snuggly and stylish bag comes with soft brown fur. First released in September 2024, the Labubu plush bag met with high demand and was sold out within days of its release. At the moment, it is among the rarest Labubu-themed items you can find on the Pop Mart store.
Sanrio Cinnamoroll Plush mini tote
For fans of Sanrio’s “Kawaii” merch, this is one of the cutest plush totes to buy, featuring the popular character of Cinnamoroll – the cutesy, chubby dog with white fur, blue eyes, pink cheeks, and a plump and curly tail. The pastel blue mini-tote not only captures the endearing appeal of Cinnamoroll but also comes with the softest fur, making it a cosy accessory to add to your everyday look. Besides carrying it as a lovable piece of arm candy, it can also be turned into a cross-body bag with a shoulder strap. With enough space to carry your daily essentials, the Cinnamoroll plush bag makes a statement of cuteness and comfort with style.
Hello Kitty mini tote
If Hello Kitty is your favourite Sanrio character, then this pink plush tote should be your pick. For those looking to amp up their Sanrio collection beyond plush toys and bag charms, this mini tote is the next playful addition. The fluffy tote is embroidered with the face of Hello Kitty and comes in a baby pink shade. Priced at USD 35, the mini-tote bag makes for a great accessory to carry on short coffee errands. It can also make a great gift for someone who is an avid collector of Sanrio toys and figurines.
Chiikawa tote bag
Chiikawa, the famous character in Nagano’s webcomic Nanka Chiisakute Kawaii Yatsu, became a viral sensation because of its cuteness and. Since then, the character has been paired with several major brands to release collaborations. While fans have been delighted to see their favourite Chiikawa characters on stationary items and other collectibles, those who wish to flaunt the adorable ball of fluff on a plush tote can look to the Miniso x Chiikawa collection released last September, which features a range of tote bags. Shaped like Chiikawa’s head and also other friendly characters from the series, such as Hachiware, the adorable plush totes consist of furry handles and fuzzy ears at the top. Given that these bags were a part of a special collection, they are hard to find at the moment.
Mofusand mini tote
Adorned with an adorable Mofusand kitty face that adds a perky charm to your everyday style, this mini tote bag makes for a cheerful addition to your summer essentials. Whether you wish to carry your favourite book and your Stanley Cup or other daily-use items, this bag has enough space. Designed by Junko Noji, these feline characters have gone viral for their adorable interpretations, as each character comes with a different aesthetic. From the famous Shark Meow to the bunny-ears-wearing kitten, many famous characters appear in a fluffy embroidery design on these mini tote bags.
(Hero and featured images: BTS V/Instagram; Pop Mart)
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