My shortcut to getting the Jellycat Valentine's 2025 Collection in New Zealand

The Jellycat Craze in 2026

Even though we are already into 2026, my obsession with the Jellycat Valentine's 2025 collection hasn't faded. The 'Amuseable Heart' and the 'Love Buds' series remain some of the most difficult plushies to find in local New Zealand boutiques. I noticed that while our local shelves are empty, US retailers like Nordstrom and Bloomingdale's have consistent restocks. I decided to take matters into my own hands to complete my collection rather than waiting for local distributors who often have significant markups.

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I track popular products and us trends regularly, and it is clear that the demand for these specific 2025 designs remains high globally. Because these items are collector's pieces, they sell out within minutes of a restock. I needed a way to buy them directly from US stores the moment they went live.

Finding Stock in US Stores

I spent weeks checking NZ toy stores only to be told they weren't getting any more 'Love Buds'. My next move was to shop us store sites that don't normally ship to New Zealand or charge astronomical direct shipping rates. Nordstrom is my go-to because their inventory for Jellycat is massive compared to what we see in Auckland or Wellington.

To do this, I needed a tax-free us address. Most US retailers charge sales tax based on the shipping address. By using a freight forwarder like comGateway, I was able to use their Oregon warehouse address to bypass US sales tax entirely, which helped offset the international shipping cost to New Zealand.

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I know many of you are worried about the cost of shipping plush toys across the Pacific. Here is the breakdown of what I experienced when shipping my Jellycat haul. You can also use the shipping calculator to estimate shipping cost for your specific order.

My Step-by-Step Shipping Process

I followed a very specific path to get my items as fast as possible. First, I signed up for a comGateway account to get my US suite number. I then placed my order on Nordstrom using that address. Once the package arrived at the warehouse, I received a notification.

I always check the FAQ or the help center if I have questions about consolidation. For this shipment, I combined my Jellycat order with some clothes I bought from another US brand to save on the base shipping rate. This is the most efficient way to get items to New Zealand without spending a fortune on individual small parcels.

Customs and Prohibited Goods

Before I ship anything, I always double-check the prohibited items list. While plush toys are generally safe, some scented versions or items with certain fillings might have restrictions. It is better to check the restricted goods or shipping rules before you buy.

In New Zealand, we have a GST threshold for imported goods. As of 2026, remember that most low-value goods still require GST collection at the point of sale or upon entry. I find that using a reliable forwarder makes the paperwork much easier to handle than trying to navigate it through a random marketplace seller. If you need more technical details, the support team at my forwarder was very responsive when I asked about NZ-specific import fees.