Squishmallows 101: A Guide to the Different Styles

One of the fun things about Squishmallows is how many different characters there are to discover. You might fall for a familiar animal, a colourful dragon, a smiling strawberry, or a Halloween-themed plushie.

If you’re exploring different Squishmallow types, it helps to think about the designs and themes that appeal to you. Here are four popular styles worth getting to know.

Classic Animal Squishmallows

Animal characters are among the most recognizable Squishmallows. Cats, dogs, foxes, penguins, and owls all have their own adorable interpretations, with simple shapes and expressive faces.

Cam the Cat and Fifi the Fox are familiar examples, but there are plenty of other animals to discover, including some more unusual choices.

This is a lovely place to start if you have a favourite animal. It’s also fun to see how different characters interpret the same species through their colours, markings, and little details.

Fantasy Squishmallows: Dragons, Unicorns, and More

If you prefer something more imaginative, fantasy-inspired Squishmallows bring a little magic into the mix.

Dragons and unicorns are especially eye-catching, with features such as horns, wings, colourful manes, and embroidered details. Some designs are soft and pastel, while others are bright and playful.

These characters can be particularly appealing if you enjoy collecting plushies with unusual colours or whimsical features. They’re also a nice contrast to the more familiar animal designs.

Food-Themed Squishmallows

Food-inspired Squishmallows turn everyday treats into cheerful plush characters. Think strawberries, avocados, ice cream, sushi, and other snacks with smiling faces.

Part of their charm is the combination of familiar food shapes with the rounded, cuddly Squishmallow look. A favourite dessert can suddenly become a cute addition to a shelf or plushie collection.

Food-themed characters also fit naturally into kawaii displays, especially alongside miniature accessories and other food-inspired collectibles.

Seasonal and Holiday Squishmallows

Some Squishmallows are designed around particular holidays or times of year.

Halloween designs might feature pumpkins, bats, ghosts, or spooky costumes, while Christmas releases often include festive colours, winter accessories, and holiday characters.

Seasonal Squishmallows can be fun to bring out as decorations, although there’s no reason to put away a favourite character once the holiday is over.

If you enjoy these themes, take a look at our guides to Halloween Squishmallows and Christmas Squishmallows for more inspiration.

Other Squishmallow Types Worth Exploring

The variety doesn’t stop with these four themes. You can also explore different formats and special designs, including Squishmallow clips, Squishville miniatures, Mystery Squad surprises, and character collaborations.

For example, Sanrio Squishmallows bring familiar characters such as Hello Kitty into the plushie world, while Squishmallow clips make it easy to add a little kawaii charm to a bag.

Our complete Squishmallows guide is a good starting point if you’d like to explore more of these collections and formats.

Which Squishmallow Style Is Your Favourite?

There isn’t one best type of Squishmallow. Some people are drawn to cute animals, while others love fantasy creatures, food characters, or seasonal designs.

You might even find that your favourites have nothing in common except the fact that they make you smile.

If you’ve already found a character you love but aren’t sure which size to choose, our Squishmallow size guide can help you compare the options.