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Malay Mail
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Malay Mail
Unboxings and IRL Events: POP MART Connects with Southeast Asia's Toy Collectors Through Lazada
In partnership with Lazada, POP MART is creating new ways to delight collectors in Southeast Asia, with blind boxes, bold characters, and real-world fan moments. SKULLPANDA MOLLY Zsiga KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA– Media OutReach Newswire – 25 June 2025 –Southeast Asia's blind box obsession is now mainstream, and POP MART is at the heart of it, fuelling demand with exclusive IPs, sought-after collectibles and even real-life fan events. The global designer toy brand, best known for turning characters like MOLLY, DIMOO, and SKULLPANDA into household names, is tapping on Lazada's LazMall to connect with millions of fans across the region through surprise drops, unboxings, and community LazMall, POP MART is now reaching fans in a more direct and hyper-personalised way. Since joining the platform in 2023, it has grown over 5-fold to become one of LazMall's fastest-growing toy brands — a testament to the region's deep love for collectibles and character live-streamed unboxings to data-backed product launches, POP MART's success reflects how digital discovery and fandom go hand-in-hand. The global blind box collectibles market is set to hit USD 38.4 billion by 2031 — a boom fuelled by Gen Z and millennial collectors seeking rarity, emotional connection, and a bit of playful a POP MART month, POP MART will release two globally limited figures — MOLLY and Zsiga, and also unveil the second-generation SKULLPANDA plush toys, adding a soft and huggable twist to its cult-favourite character products will be available on Lazada's LazMall from June 2025 onwards. POP MART will also increase its stock levels and scale up visibility on its LazMall storefront to meet fan Lazada, POP MART fans don't just shop — they discover and experience. Using AI-powered recommendations and region-specific insights, the brand curates its releases based on what collectors love most in each market. SKULLPANDA, for instance, has become a breakout favourite in Thailand, while DIMOO charms fans in also benefit from prompt deliveries, with 85% of orders in all key Southeast Asian cities like Bangkok and Manila guaranteed to arrive within 48 hours upon order confirmation. Collectibles are also delivered in custom shock-proof packaging to ensure they arrive in pristine, collector-worthy conditions, and the parcel can be tracked in real time on the Lazada MART collectibles are not just toys, they are a lifestyle and the epitome of luxury and exclusivity that has been fuelled by the energy of its fans and creators. More than one-third (34%) of its sales on Lazada now come from affiliate creators in Southeast Asia — livestreamers, toy reviewers, and content creators who bring the world of POP MART to life through their own lens. Their curated content, character deep-dives, and unboxing videos don't just sell toys — they build community and elevate collecting into a shared in Malaysia can look forward to experiencing the magic in-person, where the Lazada X POP MART 5KM run will be happening on 12 October 2025. Designed to be a vibrant, community-driven event that blends fitness, music, and fandom, POP MART will be hosting an exclusive booth at the event, creating a playground for pop culture lovers to meet iconic characters and immerse themselves in the joyful surprise of the trend culture and brand experiences like this are part of POP MART's strategy to connect more deeply with its community – both online and Kaya Qin, Chief Executive Officer at Lazada #LazadaMY #Lazada The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. About Lazada Group Lazada Group is Southeast Asia's pioneer eCommerce platform. For the last 13 years, Lazada has been accelerating progress in Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam through commerce and technology. Today, a thriving local ecosystem links about 160 million active users to more than one million actively-selling sellers every month, who are transacting safely and securely via trusted payments channels and Lazada Wallet, receiving parcels through a homegrown logistics network that has become the largest in the region. Launched on the Lazada platform in 2018, LazMall is Southeast Asia's biggest virtual mall connecting shoppers to over 32,000 leading international and local brands. It sets a new standard in retail, offering consumers the assurance of 100% product authenticity, guaranteed fast delivery and a 30-days return policy. LazMall is the preferred platform for brands and sellers to directly engage and create a customised experience for their customers. About POP MART POP MART is a rising global force in pop culture and entertainment. Our purpose is to celebrate daily moments and inspire through designer toys and fun experiences. Our focus is IP incubation & operations, designer toys & retail, theme parks & experiences, also digital entertainment. POP MART has over 500 stores in 30+ countries and regions, more than 2,300 ROBOSHOPs, and operates across multiple cross-border e-commerce platforms, reaching consumers in over 80 countries. We manage & represent incredible artists from all over the world. Our roster spans dozens of iconic characters, like MOLLY, DIMOO, SKULLPANDA, THE MONSTERS, HIRONO and more. With our IP characters, we create iconic cross-overs. Our mission is to light up passion & bring joy around the world. POP MART is not just a brand, it's a galaxy of creative possibilities.
RNZ News
05-06-2025
- Business
- RNZ News
Popular Labubu dolls being swiped by scalpers
Sophia Ibbetson's collection of Labubu dolls. Photo: Sophia Ibbetson Labubus are the latest collectable toy craze to hit the market. But frenzied fans are becoming increasingly frustrated by how much they are having to spend to get them. The dolls, sold by Chinese toy company POP MART, are being snatched up by scalpers and re-sold online for hundreds of dollars. Labubu dolls are roughly hand sized - they have nine teeth and look like a cross between a fluffy rabbit and a monster from the children's book Where the Wild Things Are . After K-pop star 'Lisa' was seen with her own Labubu late last year, the fluffy dolls became a pop-culture sensation . They've even featured in Lizzo's song 'WHIM WHAMIEE'. Kate Sabatin has six Labubus and explains her attraction to the dolls. "They're ugly to the point that they are cute. Like they are so ugly they are cute" she said. Aucklander Sophia Ibbetson is the proud owner of 10 dolls, which she has been collecting since late last year. At first they were relatively easy to buy, but Ibbetson explained now it was nearly impossible. Last month she visited POP MART in Newmarket where she saw roughly 200 people queuing for a doll. "There was a huge line that wrapped around Newmarket." According to Ibbetson scalpers have quickly taken control of the market. "They'll launch it at 1:15pm and then by 1:45pm they'll send a message saying it's sold out. "You'll see just a bunch of resellers reselling the same collection that they just launched at Newmarket for like double the price," she said. Labubu dolls for sale on Facebook market place. Photo: Troy Matich Speaking under the alias 'Adam', a self-described 'religious scalper', said he transitioned from sneaker flipping to Labubus when the hype peaked at the end of last year. He's part of a syndicate of around 12 re-sellers who call themselves 'Link', buying box sets to flip for profit. "You can buy one box which is six items they retail for about $230 for the newest set - and you can flip them from anywhere from 5-to-600 bucks. Most of us will get, like two to three [boxes] each which is 12 to 18 [dolls]." Adam is a university student and he hoped to get out of scalping when he finished studying. "You know, it's not exactly honourable, so I would hate to be doing it once I'm all qualified and everything." Australian re-seller Jordan Caruccio believed the surprise factor was a major reason why the dolls were so popular. Rare dolls, known as secrets, go for big bucks. "I think it's one in every 75 boxes they have a secret one, so you've got to be super lucky. "But that secret one is worth like $500-$600, and if you have that, everyone looks at you like you're the Labubu god." Ibbetson has given up trying to buy one of the newest Labubu releases and was collecting other POP MART figurines instead. "It's kind of made it unenjoyable for someone like me, just fighting to enjoy them, because I can't, because I now have to pay the reseller price." Sign up for Ngā Pitopito Kōrero , a daily newsletter curated by our editors and delivered straight to your inbox every weekday.
Yahoo
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
We Found the Best Places Where You Can Shop Cute (& Affordable) Labubu Clothing & Accessories Online
If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, SheKnows may receive an affiliate commission. So, you were lucky enough to finally get your hands on one of those highly coveted Labubu bag charms (though if don't have one yet, they should be dropping restocks real soon!). Although those mischievous-looking characters from POP MART's THE MONSTERS are totally cute on their own, one of the most fun things you can do with them is dress them up and give them their own personality. In fact, it's just one of the many reasons why everyone from teens to adults are totally obsessed with them. They're basically the reason why plushie bag charms are the 'It' fashion accessory at the moment. More from SheKnows PSA: Vuori Is Giving Away Free Large Canvas Totes for Mother's Day - Here's How to Get Yours Today's Top Deals Joanna Gaines' New Hearth & Hand Spring Collection Dropped at Target & Prices Start at $3 Think Spring! Target Just Added Tons of Gorgeous New Patio Items Target Is Having a Can't-Miss Spring Sandal Sale for Circle Members If you want to make your Labubu totally your own, a cute outfit and some accessories will do the trick. Fortunately, there are several places online where you can buy clothing, costumes, accessories, and even car seats for your plushie pal. There are sports jerseys and even 'designer'-like outfits you can get — some of them actually look pretty good. As someone who owns a little army of Labubus myself, I rounded up some of the best places to shop Labubu clothes online. Check those out below. WHERE TO SHOP LABUBU CLOTHES ONLINE $17 Buy Now CALEMBOU on Amazon has a lot of adorable options available, most of which come in full sets (accessories included). They sell clothing and accessories that were specifically made to fit Labubu plushies, however they also have other sizes if you had other plush toys you wanted to dress. The quality is good, you get exactly what you see, and the clothes fit the Labubus really well. Plus, their sets are pretty well priced at less than $20. WHERE TO SHOP LABUBU CLOTHES ONLINE $17 Buy Now WHERE TO SHOP LABUBU CLOTHES ONLINE $16 Buy Now WHERE TO SHOP LABUBU CLOTHES ONLINE $16 Buy Now Niannyyhouse is another shop on Amazon that sells clothing for plush dolls. Although they don't make clothing specifically for Labubus, many of their outfits come in multiple sizes. If you're shopping for the any of the three generations of bag charms, you should look for clothing that'll fit 15 to 17 cm plushies. Those will fit your Labubu best. Niannyyhouse sells a nice variety of clothing sets and individual pieces, all of which are super affordable. Sometimes you'll even get an extra or two with the purchase of a set, so they're definitely worth checking out. WHERE TO SHOP LABUBU CLOTHES ONLINE $15 Buy Now WHERE TO SHOP LABUBU CLOTHES ONLINE $21 Buy Now If you want a designer-inspired look, Amazon has a ton of those options (like the one above). Keep in mind, many of these do come from overseas, so you may have to wait a couple weeks until you get your clothes in. Of course, if you're wary about any sellers on Amazon, be sure to read reviews to make sure you'll be confident in your purchase. This chic five-piece set, for instance, has been purchased over 1,000 times in the last month. Shoppers are absolutely obsessed over how 'delightfully cute' and well-made it is. WHERE TO SHOP LABUBU CLOTHES ONLINE Buy Now $15 $15 Yes, this isn't an outfit, but it is a must-have accessory if you're someone who likes taking your Labubu with you everywhere. The car seat was meant to perfectly fit the Have a Seat series and you can easily attach it to your car's air vent. It comes in multiple colors, including pink, yellow, and white. WHERE TO SHOP LABUBU CLOTHES ONLINE $27 Buy Now BlissBloomTea on Etsy sells a huge variety of whimsical Labubu outfits, most if not all, are hand-crocheted. They were designed to fit all generations of the Labubu bag charms, and each order comes with a complimentary gift. WHERE TO SHOP LABUBU CLOTHES ONLINE $25 Buy Now TinyStitchesNY on Etsy sells 'tiny creations' for 'endless smiles.' It's a top-rated store with many happy customers. They also sell a ton of complete outfits and costumes for every season. WHERE TO SHOP LABUBU CLOTHES ONLINE $22 Buy Now WHERE TO SHOP LABUBU CLOTHES ONLINE $27 Buy Now WHERE TO SHOP LABUBU CLOTHES ONLINE $22 Buy Now Any sports fans here? If so, you may want to check out Adorable Little One on Etsy. This store consistently gets high praise and ratings of 4.8-stars or higher. They have options for baseball fans, football fans, and more. Grab one for a friend or for yourself! WHERE TO SHOP LABUBU CLOTHES ONLINE $21 $26 19% off Buy Now The fujichanshop on Etsy offers all things kawaii. They have whimsical outfits, costumes, shoes, and accessories to make your Labubu extra cute. If you're a fan of Hello Kitty, you may want to check out these fluffy characters parkas. WHERE TO SHOP LABUBU CLOTHES ONLINE $10 Buy Now D.H. Mouse on Etsy creates the loveliest Minnie ears for the parks, as well as this pair of ears for your Labubu! You have the option to choose the color combo you want, which is really nice. It'll be such a fun accessory for your little friend to wear during your day at the park. WHERE TO SHOP LABUBU CLOTHES ONLINE $25 Buy Now Looking for something cute? You're sure to find it at SomethingCuteUSA on Etsy. They sell complete sets of all kinds, as well as accessories. Shoppers who've purchased from their store couldn't be happier with their packages. 'I am beyond satisfied with the shipping speed and even more satisfied with the outfit,' wrote one shopper. 'Super cute!! Zizi looks amazing and the quality of the clothes is well-made. Thank you for this amazing set! I love it.'More Top Deals from SheKnows Is Walmart+ Worth It? Giada De Laurentiis' Newest Cookbook Is Packed With Italian Super Food Recipes Stanley Tumblers Now Come With New Leakproof Lids & Customers Are Raving About Them Best of SheKnows We Did the Research & These Are the Best Flower Delivery Services for Mother's Day 10 Affordable Lookalikes of the Clinique Black Honey Lipstick, According to TikTok 16 All-Natural Cleaning Products That Actually Work
Cosmopolitan ME
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Cosmopolitan ME
Drop everything! You can cop genuine Labubus at this spot for Dhs79
Labubus are slowly taking over. And if you are collecting the cute little friends and attaching them to your bags… you'll know that they can drain the dirhams. But, the good news is that the UAE's official seller of Labubu dolls has dropped its prices amid the surge in popularity (we are so here for this). The Little Things is the official authorised retailer of POP MART Labubu Dolls in UAE and you can pick up a blind box for Dhs79 at any of TLT stores across the country. As for the locations, here they are: Jazeerat Al Reem – Abu Dhabi Dubai Investment Park – Dubai Mall of the Emirates – Level 1 Bluewaters Island – Dubai The Dubai Mall – Level 2. Labubu (fun fact: they are girls!) recently became mainstream but have around for years, the creatures were first seen in 2015 as part of Hong Kong illustrator Kasing Lung's story series, The Monsters. Labubu lives in the forest and is known for her mischievous personality and has won the hearts of many due to her cute looks, bunny-like ears and jagged teeth. Although Labubu became a well-known way back, it was in 2019 when Lung signed an exclusive licensing agreement with the Chinese toymaker Pop Mart to produce physical products in a blind-box format that the toys really took off. Since then there have been 300 variations to date and most recently the keychain versions have risen to popularity, known as the The Monsters – Tasty Macarons Vinyl Face Blind Box range, which launched in October 2023. Why not read this op-ed on the craze? Labubu put me in a chokehold, and honestly, I needed it.
