Behind the HYPE: How the KAWS Companion Is Disrupting the Art World and Beyond

In the past two decades, KAWS' Companion has swiftly cemented its reputation as a must-have collectible. What started out as a limited run of eight-inch toys is now an undeniable mainstay in the art industry and beyond.The Companion's influence on popular culture is seemingly endless. The figure took over the longstanding moon man trophies for the 2013 MTV VMA Awards. It also inspired Kim Jones' first Dior Campaign and is in the collections of A$AP Ferg, Travis Scott, Justin Bieber, Kim Kardashi...