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Labubus are taking over — here’s what they are and how to buy one

The Labubu resale market is booming but exercise caution as knockoffs (coined Lafufus) are on the rise

The Independent UK

Labubu: Has the TikTok-led obsession over these 'creepy' dolls gone too far?

Fluffy, small, and a little bit scary: Labubu bag charms are the latest collecting craze on TikTok — so why are sales being paused in the UK?

Euronews

Chinese customs seize hundreds of Labubu toys amid worldwide resale craze

The viral toys are being sold second-hand for up to £1,000 each on websites all over the world

The Independent UK

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Why are adult women obsessed with Labubu dolls – and should I be, too?

LET’S UNPACK THAT: As Chinese retailer Pop Mart temporarily halts sales of its keychain gremlin doll Labubu in UK stores, Ellie Muir speaks to proud connoisseurs of the toy and luxury goods experts about why accessorising bags has taken over fashion runways and street style simultaneously – and how a…

The Independent UK

Labubu collector describes ‘battlefield’ resale market as toys pulled from shops

The viral bag charms were pulled from UK stores following reports of customers fighting over them and queuing overnight outside shops.

Evening Standard

UK Retailer Suspends Labubu Toy Sales Amid Safety Fears

A retailer in the UK has suspended in-store sales of Labubu toys amid rising concerns over public safety and staff threats, following reports of global thefts and queue violence tied to the sought-after collectibles.

International Business Times

How we went goo goo for Labubu dolls: 'There's something primal about collecting them'

Pop Mart has promised to introduce a fairer system for buying the cult bag charms, but some fans are worried it’s gotten out of hand. India Block meets the obsessives

Evening Standard

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Labubu doll fans vent anger as Pop Mart pauses sales after 'fighting' at London store

One customer said: ‘It was just getting ridiculous to be in that situation where people were fighting and shouting and you felt scared’

Evening Standard

How Is Labubu Outsmarting Trump's Tariff Mandate? Get To Know The Little Gremlin Toy Defying The Trade Wars

This quirky Chinese doll is laughing off Trump's trade war, charming Gen Z and dodging tariffs with global appeal. Discover how Labubu's staying tariff-proof!

International Business Times UK

A fluff ball with a monster face: what explains the luxury appeal of Labubu dolls?

Despite their cute fluffy ears and sharp-toothed grin, these dolls are part of a conspicuously grown-up consumer conversation

The Guardian - AU

The internet is obsessed with these ‘ugly cute’ dolls — and they’re reselling for over $300

The toys rose to popularity when Blackpink dancer Lisa showed off her collection of them

The Independent UK

Labubus are near impossible to buy – but here’s where you can find them

The collectibles can sell out in seconds

The Independent UK

Blackpink's Lisa Goes Viral With A Labubu Plush, Sparks Frenzy Among Brits - But Will You Pay £600 For It?

On the secondary market, especially for limited drops or rare editions, Labubu figures commonly list for £300 to £600 — and even higher.

International Business Times UK

Everything you need to know about the Labubu craze: What are they, and where can you buy them?

Why exactly are the A-List and fashion set obsessing over these freaky, fuzzy accessories?

Evening Standard

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Marie Claire

Why is everyone suddenly obsessed with Labubu dolls? The surprising story behind the fashion world's latest must-have collectible

The surprising story behind the fashion world's latest must-have collectible

The Guardian - UK

Collectibles are taking over the toy box – but now the grown-ups are playing too

Manga and anime brands are now revealed as some of the biggest sellers in the £510m sector

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12 Lunar New Year Gift Ideas To Celebrate The Year Of The Snake

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The Guardian - UK

‘America was futuristic once. Now all the crazy things are from Asia’: why the British are going wild for kawaii culture

From bubble tea and corn dogs to K-pop and plushies, Korean, Japanese, Taiwanese and Chinese brands have captured the pocket-money market

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Fortune

This millennial-founded Chinese company scored a $6 billion valuation selling mystery toys. Now it wants to cash in on America’s cuteness craze

Pop Mart, founded in 2010 by now 37-year-old Wang Ning, has kickstarted a mystery-toy boom in China.

Benzinga

Collectible Toy Maker Pop Mart Falls Out of Favor

Key Takeaways: Pop Mart said its third-quarter revenue fell between 5% and 10% year-over-year, deteriorating from an already-weak first half of 2022 The company has launched a series of initiatives to jumpstart its growth, including a ramp-up in overseas development, though none have reaped significant success yet By Trevor…

Benzinga

Pop Mart Takes Its Trendy Toy Story On Global Roadshow

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