How a little monster became the biggest status symbol
Tiny plush toys with huge grins, cute fangs and big eyes have become the hottest accessory for celebrities, adults and children. These Labubu dolls have become so popular that it's nearly impossible to find one for purchase; and if you can locate a Labubu, it will likely cost a pretty penny.
Today on Commotion, host Elamin Abdelmahmoud asks internet culture journalist Alyssa Mercante to explain how these little stuffed animals became the biggest status symbol.
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