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Hindustan Times
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
What are Labubu dolls? Where to get the 2025's viral collectibles?
In recent weeks, a quirky new craze has taken over the fashion scene — and no, it's not a handbag or designer shoe. It's Labubu, the mischievous little creature that's become 2025's must-have accessory. From fashionistas to street-style stars, these viral dolls are popping up on bags, keychains, and even red carpets, with demand soaring and store lines stretching around the block. Also Read: Is it safe to travel to Italy's Sicily? Red code warning issued after 'intense' Mount Etna eruption Labubu first originated in Hong Kong and stands apart from predecessors like Hello Kitty with its distinct elvish design. The character was born from a Nordic-inspired picture book by artist Kasing Lung, capturing imaginations with its whimsical, slightly mischievous look. In 2019, toy giant Pop Mart transformed Labubu into a collectible figure, and since then, each new collection has only fueled its soaring popularity, as reported by Labubu is part of a tribe called 'The Monsters,' and other members of the group are Zimomo, Mokoko, Tycoco, among others. What makes these dolls different from others is their unique features like wide eyes, a 'mischievous smile', nine very visible teeth, and an exterior furry body. With each collection, their facial expressions and outfits keep changing, making them different from the previous batch. Also Read: Does Leanna Lenee have a '$' tattoo on her ring finger? Travis Hunter's eagle-eyed fans say 'entire world warned him' While these dolls are adorable and have their charm, these collectibles are very hard to get, which adds to the excitement of the hunt. Moreover, these also come in a blind box, so if you want them in a particular colour, they are even harder to get. The Labubu dolls first came into the public eye via Lisa of Blackpink in April 2024. For fans eager to get their hands on the latest Labubu and The Monsters releases, Pop Mart is the go-to destination. The brand drops new collections online every Thursday at 9 p.m., followed by in-store releases every Friday at 10 a.m., making it the first and most reliable source for scoring these sought-after collectibles.
Extra.ie
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Extra.ie
Labubu: What is the viral toy that has adults 'brawling' in shops?
A Chinese toy is going viral in recent weeks with grown adults 'brawling' in order to get their hands on the key-ring. Plush toy monster elves Labubu was created by Hong Kong designer Kasing Lung with the elves sold by Pop Mart since 2019. Labubu is the main character of Lung's story series The Monsters with other designs including Mokoko, Pato, Spooky and more. Plush toy monster elves Labubu was created by Hong Kong designer Kasing Lung with the elves sold by Pop Mart since 2019. Pic: LILLIAN SUWANRUMPHA/AFP via Getty Images Labubu dolls are produced with a variety of appearances. They are often sold in boxes at random, with the buyer typically not knowing what doll they will receive. The toy has gone viral after a host of big name celebrities showed off their own ones including Lisa from South Korean girl group, BLACKPINK. More recently, it was revealed on the Staying Relevant podcast that Love Island star Olivia Attwood had the dolls at her birthday party for her guests to take home with them. View this post on Instagram A post shared by LISA (@lalalalisa_m) Rihanna and rapper Central Cee have also been spotted with the coveted dolls, which people typically attach to their handbags. The pricy toys can be found on Ebay for as much as €170 while the official Pop Mart website has dolls for a gob-smacking €900. There is currently nowhere in Ireland to purchase the dolls, however Pop Mart do ship to Ireland. Rihanna and rapper Central Cee have also been spotted with the coveted dolls, which people typically attach to their handbags. Pic:In the UK, the shop has pulled sales for the bag charms following reports of brawls in UK stores. The shop told the BBC the toys were being pulled from all 16 of their shops until June in order to 'prevent any potential safety issues.' The publication reported that shoppers had queued outside the Stratford store from 3am in the morning in hopes of getting their hands on the plush toy. One shopper told the publication they had 'witnessed a fight between a worker and a customer' as tensions rose when the dolls sold out so quickly. Pop Mart told the BBC: 'Though no employees have been injured, we've chosen to act early and prevent any potential safety issues from occurring.'
News18
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
What Is Labubu? The Cute-And-Creepy Doll Everyone Is Talking About
Last Updated: Labubu is part of a group called 'The Monsters', which includes other quirky creatures like Zimomo, Mokoko and Tycoco. Who says cute and creepy can't go hand in hand? Clearly, they haven't met a Labubu. With their toothy grins and fuzzy little bodies, these quirky dolls are 2025's most unexpected fashion obsession. From keychains to bag charms, Labubus are everywhere—clipped onto tote bags, flaunted on social media, and chased down by collectors willing to stand in long queues for the latest drop. Adding to the frenzy, celebrities have been spotted rocking Labubu accessories, turning the once-niche character into a full-blown style statement. But what is Labubu exactly? How did this elf-like creature turn into the 'it" accessory for so many people? Let's find out. Labubu looks like a character from a fantasy story with its pointed ears, big, wide eyes and mischievous grin that shows nine pointy teeth. It is part of a group called 'The Monsters", which includes other quirky creatures like Zimomo, Mokoko and Tycoco. The doll's design is inspired by Nordic mythology. Labubu was created by Kasing Lung, an artist born in Hong Kong and now living in Belgium. The character first appeared in Lung's children's book series. In 2019, Pop Mart, a popular toy company, started making Labubu dolls as collectables. Since then, Labubu has become more popular with new versions released regularly. Pop Mart describes Labubu as 'kind-hearted and always wants to help, but often accidentally achieves the opposite." How Did Labubu Become A Fashion Accessory? Labubu started as a collectable toy, but now it is a fashion accessory. One reason for its popularity is the 'blind box" format, where buyers don't know which version they will get until they open the box. This surprise element makes the quest of collecting them fun and exciting. The big boost came from celebrities and social media. Lisa from BLACKPINK is often credited with starting the craze. In a Variety interview, Lisa said, 'I can't stop talking about Labubus. I've been going crazy for them for almost a year, but now I can't really get new Labubus. They're really hard to find. I'm kind of sad." #LISA with her big Labubu's in her every :bubbles: live. She bought another friend for her brown one from the previous lemonade live :joy: — TEAM LISA PH (@TeamLisaPH) November 26, 2024 The singer further revealed that she has got 'only three to four" and want a 'whole box." Rihanna and Dua Lipa have also been spotted carrying Labubu charms which helped the trend go viral worldwide. In India, actress Ananya Panday was seen with a pink Labubu charm on her bag. Why Are Labubu Dolls So Popular? Labubu's jump from collectible toy to fashion must-have happened because of celebrities, social media unboxing videos and the thrill of collecting rare dolls. Fans enjoy showing off their finds online. Google Trends shows searches for 'Labubu doll" and 'Labubu keychain" have reached over 2.1 million in the past month alone. New Labubu collections often sell out within minutes. While regular dolls cost around $30 (about Rs. 2,500), rare limited editions can be much more expensive. The Business Behind Labubu's Success Pop Mart has seen remarkable growth because of their popularity. The company made $1.8 billion in 2024, which is twice as much as the year before. Bloomberg reports that Labubu and the 'The Monsters" series alone made about $400 million, which is a huge jump of 726% in just one year. But the craze has caused some problems too. In the UK, Pop Mart had to stop selling Labubu dolls for a while after customers started fighting in stores over them. A fan named Victoria Calvert told the BBC, 'It was just getting ridiculous. People were fighting and shouting, and you felt scared." To keep people safe, Pop Mart paused sales in 16 shops in the UK until June. First Published:
