Five of the most recognised figures in showbiz history have burst on to the stage in LEGO brick form for the first time ever, with the LEGO Group unveiling the LEGO BrickHeadz Spice Girls Tribute set.
The set marks a world first, as actual people have never been immortalised in the BrickHeadz style before now.
In celebration of the launch, world-renowned photographer Rankin has brought the brick band to life, recreating images originally shot in Rankin’s studio that made Emma, Geri, Mel B, Melanie C and Victoria so recognisable around the world, this time featuring the LEGO BrickHeadz quintet.
The set comes with mini versions of the each Spice Girl, equipped with microphones and stands. Each detail that gave the girls their iconic style has been faithfully captured in brick – fans will find new leopard print LEGO bricks for Mel B’s eye-catching look, along with Melanie C’s tracksuit, Emma’s baby pink dress and Victoria’s trademark black dress.
The set also wouldn’t be complete without Geri’s Union Jack dress, with LEGO designers having carefully recreated the outfit which made headlines following the girls’ performance of Who Do You Think You Are? at the Brit awards 25 years ago.
“There are few bands that defined pop culture in the same way the Spice Girls did back in the 1990s, and it’s been such fun bringing the band to life in our BrickHeadz style,” commented Daniel Squirrell, LEGO designer. “This is the first time we have created a music band in BrickHeadz form and what we really, really wanted was to capture the essence and nostalgia of the Spice Girls, through their iconic looks. I am delighted with the set and I hope the fans are too.”
The set will launch on 1 March and will be priced at £49.99.
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