Does buying the LEGO Tuxedo Cat from the US really save us money in France?

Why everyone wants the Tuxedo Cat

I have seen the LEGO Icons Tuxedo Cat (21349) all over my social media feeds lately. It is not just a toy for kids anymore. Here in France, and especially in the 'kidult' circles in China, this set has become a must-have piece of home decor. We all love that it looks like a real pet but does not require any litter box cleaning. I noticed it is currently one of the top us trends because of how well it fits into a modern apartment aesthetic.

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Why I am looking at US stores

My first instinct was to check the local boutiques here in Paris, but the markups are quite high. I found that the retail price in the US is significantly lower. Even with the current exchange rates in 2026, the base price in America is a steal compared to what we often see in Europe. I decided to see if I could use a freight forwarder to bridge the gap and save some Euros.

Shipping Estimates for the Tuxedo Cat

Before I clicked buy, I needed to know the logistics. I used the shipping calculator to get a rough idea of the costs. Based on my research into the LEGO 21349 box, here are the estimates I used for my calculation:

I should give you a quick volumetric warning. LEGO sets are light but the boxes can be bulky. International carriers often charge based on the space a package takes up rather than just the weight. My advice is to check the international shipping rates carefully to see how volumetric weight might affect your final price. Since there are no batteries, we do not have to worry about the specific prohibited items rules that apply to electronics.

How we get it shipped to France

If you are wondering how I manage to shop us store options from my living room in France, it is pretty simple. I use a tax-free us address provided by comGateway. This allows me to avoid US sales tax at checkout, which is a nice little bonus. If you are new to this, I recommend checking out this step-by-step guide which explains the whole process from warehouse to your doorstep.

Avoiding cancelled orders with BuyForMe

I have had a few friends tell me that their orders from big US retailers get cancelled immediately. We have seen this happen with brands like Nike, Sephora, and Apple because they often block international credit cards or refuse to ship to known forwarding addresses. This can be a huge headache when you are trying to snag a popular LEGO set.

My solution for this is the comGateway BuyForMe service. Basically, we ask them to buy the item for us using their own US domestic credit card. It is the safest way to guarantee that the store does not decline the transaction. I found it much easier than trying to troubleshoot why my French card was being rejected by a US checkout system.

Is it actually worth it?

After adding up the US retail price, the international shipping, and the potential import VAT for France, I still found that I was saving money compared to the local boutique prices. Plus, the US stores often have better stock availability for the Tuxedo Cat than we do here. It feels like a win for my home decor and my wallet in 2026. If you are looking for more ideas, you might also like our post on other popular home decor trends from the US.