Where to Buy Real Sonny Angels (and How to Avoid Fakes)

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Your complete guide on where to find authentic Sonny Angel figures
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Sonny Angels are some of the cutest keychains and they’re only getting more popular. If you want to add some Sonny Angel figures to your collection, there are multiple places to buy them! While there’s always official stores , there’s a big resale market for them as well. Keep reading, and we’ll walk through where you can get your own Sonny Angel and how to make sure you avoid counterfeits .

Best Places to Buy Sonny Angels

To ensure you buy a real Sonny Angel, shop at the official online store or locally at a licensed retailer . You can also try shopping with a third-party seller, like Amazon, Depop, or AliExpress, but be wary of fakes. Expect to pay around $10-20 USD per Sonny Angel figure.

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Official Stores to Buy Sonny Angels

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    Order blind boxes directly from the Sonny Angel online store . The official online store is your best bet for getting authentic Sonny Angel figures. Simply choose the series that you want to purchase a blind box for, add it to your cart, and then enter your payment information. [1]
    • Sonny Angel limits your purchase to 1 blind box per series to help stop resellers and scalpers. After 30 days, you’re able to buy another blind box from the same series.
    • Orders from Sonny Angel usually take around 2-4 business days to ship, but it may take up to 10 business days when there are new releases.
    • Purchasing from the Sonny Angel site also earns Sonny Angel Points you can redeem to get exclusive pins, keychains, stickers, and even limited-edition figures. [2]
    • If you’re not located in the US, check for other official stores and retailers in your area on the Sonny Angel site.
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    Use the store locator to find licensed Sonny Angel sellers in your area. Sonny Angel has multiple official retailers throughout the United States that are licensed to sell authentic products. Find your state on the store locator and look for the closest store where you can pick up new Sonny Angel figures. [3]
    • Call stores before you visit them to make sure they have Sonny Angels in stock and see what series they have available.
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Third-Party Sellers for Sonny Angels

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  1. Many online marketplaces resell Sonny Angels, but beware of fakes. If you’re looking for a Sonny Angel series that’s unavailable in the official store, then third-party stores are another good place to search. Just keep in mind resellers are not licensed by Sonny Angel, so there’s a chance they’re selling counterfeit products. Check out our advice on choosing a reseller and spotting fakes . Common places to look for Sonny Angels include:
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How much are Sonny Angels?

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  1. Sonny Angels usually cost around $10-20 USD. Most Sonny Angel blind boxes cost around $10-15 USD from the official site, but prices may fluctuate depending on what series of figures you’re looking for. Some licensed retailers and third-party sellers charge a little more to they’re able to make a profit on the figures.
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How to Safely Buy Sonny Angels from Resellers

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    Look for good reviews from other customers. Look through the most recent reviews for the seller to see if other customers were satisfied with their purchase. If multiple reviews are negative or mention they received a fake Sonny Angel figure from them, then opt for a different seller that has positive reviews.
    • Be aware that some sellers will post fake positive reviews to attract more customers. If the review has misspellings, seems overly-enthusiastic, or if multiple reviews were posted in a short amount of time, they may be fake. [4]
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    Check for a refund policy. Most sellers will offer refunds if there’s something wrong with the Sonny Angel you buy or if you’re unhappy with your purchase. Look for a clear return policy on the seller’s site or profile to ensure you’re able to get your money back. If you don’t see a return policy of if it simply reads “All sales are final,” there’s a chance they’re selling fake Sonny Angels. [5]
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    Ask for additional images of the Sonny Angel figure. Legit sellers will be happy to share more pictures of the products if you ask to ensure you’re really getting what you want. See if they’ll take pictures from different angles or different parts of the Sonny Angel figure so you can inspect it more closely. If they only have stock images or are unwilling to take more pictures, then it’s most likely a scam.
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    Use a secure payment service with buyer protections. When you’re about to go through with a purchase, make sure the seller uses the built-in payment method if you’re using a site like Amazon or eBay. If you’re buying from an individual, use Venmo with Buyer Protection or PayPal Goods and Services so you can get a refund if you don’t receive the Sonny Angel in the condition you ordered.
    • Avoid payment apps like Zelle that immediately transfer money because it can be hard to get it returned if something is wrong with the sale.
    • Use a credit card whenever you buy something online because it’s more secure and you’ll be able to dispute charges more easily in case something goes wrong. [6]
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    Trust your gut if something feels off about a seller. If anything makes you hesitant about a third-party reseller, trust in your instincts and avoid buying from them. Take a little extra time to find a seller that you trust so you feel like you get your money’s worth when you buy a Sonny Angel.
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How to Spot Fake Sonny Angels

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    Look for defects or misprints on the packaging. Real Sonny Angels are sold in colorful hexagonal boxes that are shrink-wrapped in clear plastic. Inspect the packaging to make sure that it has the Dreams logo printed on one of the sides and that all the words are spelled correctly. If you notice spelling errors, missing logos, blurry images, or dull colors, then the Sonny Angel is probably a fake.
    • Sonny Angel packages show pictures of all the possible figures that could be inside, including a silhouette for a secret figure. If you don’t see the figures or a secret silhouette featured, then it’s a fake.
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    Avoid Sonny Angels sold in a clear plastic bag. Real Sonny Angel figures are sealed inside an opaque foil bag that’s colored to match the series box. If you see a Sonny Angel sealed in a transparent plastic bag, then it’s definitely a counterfeit. [7]
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    Watch for messy paint jobs on the Sonny Angel figure. Legit Sonny Angel figures have clean paint lines that smoothly transition between different colors. If you notice that the paint looks splotchy or has sudden changes in color, it could be a sign of a fake.
    • Look at the Sonny Angel’s eyes and eyebrows to see if they’re centered and level with each other. If they’re crooked or your figure seems to be looking in different directions, then it’s probably a fake.
    • Fake Sonny Angels may also look shinier while real ones have a matte finish.
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    Look for manufacturer stamps on the figure. Real Sonny Angels have “Sonny Angel © Dreams” printed on one foot and “Made in China” printed on the other. Fake figures will either misspell the words or completely remove the printing from the feet. [8]
    • On Sonny Angel Hippers, the manufacturer's stamps are on the flat section of the figure’s belly instead of its feet.
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    Double-check that the figure is part of a real series. Every Sonny Angel series has a set of potential figures that could be inside the blind box. If you don’t recognize the figure that someone is trying to sell, double-check if the figure is listed on the Sonny Angel site to confirm if it’s an actual release.
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    Be wary of cheaper or more expensive prices. Real Sonny Angels cost between $10-20 USD from most sellers. If you see a price that’s too good to be true, it probably is and they may be selling a low-quality fake. If the prices are a lot more than what you’d expect, a reseller may be trying to make more of a profit from the purchase.
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      References

      1. ↑ https://sonnyangelusa.com/pages/faq
      2. ↑ https://sonnyangelusa.com/pages/sa-point-items
      3. ↑ https://www.sonnyangel.com/overseas-stores/
      4. ↑ https://www.bbb.org/all/spot-a-scam/how-to-spot-a-fake-review
      5. ↑ https://www.occ.gov/topics/consumers-and-communities/consumer-protection/fraud-resources/consumer-product-and-retail-fraud.html
      6. ↑ https://consumer.ftc.gov/articles/online-shopping#pay
      7. ↑ https://youtu.be/I7f-sMyxx-w?t=258
      8. ↑ https://www.tiktok.com/@breezyxleex3/video/7511782686608985374

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