LABUBU: Fights in South Korea and the UK for This?? The SHOCKING Truth Behind Its Viral Explosion!
- lewishooper1
- Jul 16
- 2 min read
This furry little monster is taking the world by storm, not what you think, it's bigger than you imagine. We dive into why this popular toy has everyone obsessed, including BLACKPINK's Lisa!
Labubu Explained: Why Is Everyone Obsessed With This Character?
The Labubu craze started thanks to a popular collectible toy character, which is from "The Monsters" series. This charismatic doll was created by Hong-Kong-Belgian artist Kasing Lung.
This ugly, but cute, character is sold in a plush toy form as well as vinyl figures, which are characterized by point ears, wide eyes and a cheeky grin and sharp teeth, other words "Pop Mart".
The craze started to gain popularity as the toy was often sold in "blind boxes" which added an element of surprise for collectors. This soft toy also gained more attention when Lisa from BLACKPINK took to TikTok with the slogan "Aahhh... my baby took the pink Labubu", as a result BLINKS worldwide rushed to stores to try and fight for a chance to buy their own plushie.
People Are RIOTING For Labubu: What's Really Going On?
With the what can only be described as the "insane" demand for Labubu toys worldwide, there has unfortunately been scenes in stores, which have been reported as "near riots" and "scuffles" breaking out among eager collectors.
The UK and South Korea has seen the "Pop Mart" distributor temporality halt store sales due to safety concerns. This frenzy is often gas lighted by the toy's "limited availability" and "blind box" marketing ploys.
The immense demand for Labubu toys has unfortunately led to chaotic scenes in stores worldwide, with reports of near-riots and scuffles breaking out among eager collectors. In some locations, such as the UK and South Korea, distributor Pop Mart even temporarily halted in-store sales due to safety concerns.
The Labubu Resale Market: Goldmine or Madness?
With any resale market in any country, there is a profit margin for the third-party seller. However, the aftermarket for Labubu toys is currently booming, with rare and limited-edition figures fetching extortionate prices running into the hundreds if not thousands of dollars, about their recommended retail cost. Let's take a look at this global map;
This very lucrative resale market fuels both the out-of-control collecting, but it also breeds a violent fan base amongst fans in stores and in the resale world, which has resulted in thousands of counterfeit toys being added to the market. While it offers a chance for collectors to acquire coveted pieces, it also contributes to the frenzy and frustration for those unable to secure them at original prices.
The Labubu Effect: When K-Pop Stars Go Viral for Collectibles
With stars in the K-pop world such as Blackpink's Lisa openly endorsing Labubu, K-pop idols are also showcasing their collections which this free celebrity endorsement has exposed the brand to a massive, highly engaged fanbase worldwide. As a result it has transformed the collectible toy into a must-have item for fans worldwide.
Do you collect Labubu's? If so, we would love to hear their appeal and why you collect them in the comments below!
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