Why did I decide to source my Jellycat Sky Dragon from US retailers for my Hong Kong collection in 2026?

Why am I seeing the Jellycat Sky Dragon everywhere?

I first noticed the Jellycat Sky Dragon appearing across my social media feeds in early 2026. As a collector based in Hong Kong, I am used to seeing high demand for plush toys, but this specific model has reached a level of popularity I haven't seen in years. With its ethereal blue fur and sparkling wings, it has become a must-have piece for enthusiasts throughout Asia. I follow us trends closely, and it was clear that this dragon was becoming a cultural phenomenon.

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The demand isn't just about the aesthetics; it is about the rarity. In mainland China and Hong Kong, the resale prices have skyrocketed, sometimes doubling or tripling the original retail price. I realized that if I wanted to add this to my collection without paying exorbitant reseller fees, I had to change my strategy.

The struggle of finding stock in Hong Kong

I spent weeks checking local boutiques in Tsim Sha Tsui and Causeway Bay, but the shelves were consistently empty. Most local distributors told me they weren't expecting new shipments for months. I found that waiting for local stock was a losing game. You might also like... Read more: Waiting for local Hong Kong retailers to stock the Jellycat Sky Dragon is a mistake.

Because the Sky Dragon is such a 'rising star,' the limited quantities that do reach Hong Kong are often snapped up by professional resellers before I can even get to the store. This scarcity convinced me that I needed to look beyond our borders.

Why I looked toward US retailers

My research showed that US-based retailers like Nordstrom, FAO Schwarz, and even the official Jellycat US portal seemed to have much more consistent restocks. Even though the product is British, the US market receives massive allocations that dwarf what we see locally. I decided to use comGateway to facilitate my purchase because I knew I needed a reliable way to get my hands on one.

I also suggest checking out this perspective... Read more: Securing the rare Jellycat Sky Dragon from US stores for Hong Kong collectors. By looking at the US market, I found that I could often find the dragon at its true retail price, making the effort of international shipping much more logical.

My secret to bypassing US store payment blocks

I encountered a significant hurdle when I first tried to checkout: payment rejection. Many top-tier US stores—including those that stock premium Jellycats or brands like Nike and Sephora—often block international credit cards or refuse to ship to addresses they flag as warehouses. I tried my Hong Kong-issued Visa, but the order was cancelled within minutes. I was worried I would lose my chance to get the Sky Dragon during a brief restock.

We found the solution through the "BuyForMe" service. This is an assisted purchase feature where the team at the freight forwarder actually buys the item on my behalf using a US domestic credit card. This completely removes the risk of a cancelled order due to a foreign billing address. For me, this was the safest way to guarantee that my order was processed successfully. I didn't have to worry about regional blocks or my card being declined by picky US payment systems.

How I managed the shipping from the US to Hong Kong

Once the BuyForMe team secured my dragon, it was sent to my tax-free us address in Oregon. This is a huge benefit because it meant I didn't have to pay any US sales tax, which saved me about 7-10% right off the bat. To buy from US ship to Hong Kong, you really need a streamlined process to ensure the item doesn't get lost or damaged.

Before I committed to the shipment, I used the shipping calculator to see what the final cost would look like. I was pleasantly surprised that the plushie is quite lightweight, which kept the costs down. I also checked the international shipping rates to compare express versus standard options. I chose express because I didn't want my Sky Dragon sitting in a warehouse any longer than necessary.

I also found this analysis helpful... Read more: Are you prepared to bypass regional delays for the Jellycat Sky Dragon? A logistics alert for Hong Kong.

Importing my plushie to Hong Kong safely

One of the best parts about Hong Kong delivery is that we are a free port. For a personal purchase like a Jellycat, I generally don't have to worry about heavy import duties. However, I always make sure my paperwork is correct. When I shop us store sites, I ensure the declaration reflects the true value of the Sky Dragon to avoid any issues with customs clearance.

My dragon arrived in pristine condition, packaged securely within a larger box provided by the forwarder. The plushie was protected from the humidity of the transit, which was a major concern of mine. Compared to the stress of hunting through local shops, the experience of ordering from the US was much more controlled and successful. If you are struggling to find this 'rising star' in Hong Kong, I highly recommend looking at the US market and using an assisted purchase service to ensure your order actually goes through.