Unicorns trot to top of Christmas toys list

THIS year’s must-have toys for Christmas have been revealed 200 days before the big day.

Retailer Argos said 2018 will be the “year of the unicorn” with four toys based on the mythical creatures. They include the My Lovely Unicorn Electric Ride-On and the Poopsie unicorn which expels glitter.

A range of dinosaurthemed Fingerlings and the LOL Surprise Under Wraps have also made the list, while canine TV stars Paw Patrol return with the new Rescue Fire Truck Playset. Boxer the playful robot, the Treasure X 3-Pack Chest which lets children dig for gold-covered treasure, and the latest Lego City Arctic Mobile Exploration Base are also predicted to be big sellers.

Juliet Ward, head of toy buying at the chain, said: “Interactive items are among the most popular. We’re also seeing the modernisation of classic and traditional toys.

“Social media trends are influencing toys more than ever, such as the unicorn craze, inspired products like the Vtech Fantasy Unicorn.

“The pocket-money friendly collectibles craze also continues to evolve.”

John Baulch, of Toy World magazine, said: “The Top

Toys list for this year shows just how much toymakers are innovating and evolving to keep up with current trends.” – Daily Mail