We all remember that one toy that we really wanted and asked Santa for, whether it was Star Wars toys, a Furby or Game Boy. It feels like most years there is a ‘must have’ toy, which sells out in record time. From the 1980s Cabbage Patch craze that inspired the Christmas film ‘Jingle All the Way’ to more recent additions, here we take a look at some of the most popular toys that we really wanted for Christmas thanks to data from Argos.
7. Thunderbirds Tracy Island
This electronic play set flew off shelves in the early 90s. Photo: other
8. Bratz Dolls
Jade and Chloe dolls were what everyone wanted in 2002. Photo: Bratz Dolls
9. Rubik’s Cube
A toy that is still a conundrum for many topped Christmas lists in 1981. Photo: Shutterstock
10. Cabbage Patch dolls
These instantly recognisable toys were a huge hit in the 80s with nearly three million dolls being sold. Photo: Original Appalachian Artworks, Inc.