A Bulgarian company sells slightly different teddy bears: 1.70 meters tall and in shape and size like a human male. Loving Bear Puffy company claims on its website that the product acts as “emotional support” and is perfect for women “who are experiencing feelings of loneliness, emotional trials and emptiness.”
Anyone interested in the different bear will have to pay US$160 (approximately R$861). According to the Daily Mail website, the item was created by Bulgarian businesswoman Tonia Berdankova, 47, and her 22-year-old daughter, Ina Marholeva. The idea arose in 2021 when Tonia had to stay away from her husband, who was traveling at the time.
“My daughter joked, ‘Who are you going to hug? You’re going to have to find a replacement,'” Tonia said. “This idea popped into my head. I was thinking about this and how there are so many women in the world who are alone for some reason and need some kind of physical presence.”
Product description. The company warns future buyers that “it will take some getting used to because of Puffy’s human figure and size, but we guarantee you’ll soon get used to his presence and appreciate and embrace him.” .
“What does raised What is different and unique from all plush toys is the human body shape. raised It replaces the need for a person’s physical presence in various moments and situations of daily life, especially during long lonely nights. raised Even if your loved ones are far away from you because they are on a business trip or on the road, they are always with you.
The company also explains that the teddy bear weighs 3.2 pounds and will come without any clothing so the customer can “choose how to wear it.”
The company describes the benefits of purchasing the product as “emotional support”, “comfort and peace”, “a healthy hug” and “individual image and design”.
“Puffy gives warmth, hugs and peace. It significantly reduces the feeling of loneliness. You can caress her before going to sleep, sleep in her arms, lie comfortably next to her on the sofa or lean on the floor. She settles in. . becomes part of the family and is always waiting for you at home. She does not snore, does not sweat and … doesn’t complain.”
In addition, the company continues, “a healthy hug is the right path to contentment, peace and security.”
Image: Description/Loving Bear Fluffy
Model expansion. In an interview with the site, Tonia commented on the possibility of working with the female version of the bear.
“Maybe later. (…) But I think women are more accepting that we need something like this.”
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source: Noticias
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