What is Labubu? Everything to learn about viral toys

If you are reading it, have you seen Lebubu somewhere – on Ticketkok, a group chat – and now thinking: Is there a labubu too?

First things first: Labubu is a girl. People often believe that he is a boy (I too, did it at first), but is in a hurry to correct the fanbase. Labubu is also not a standalone character – he is part of a large group called “The Monsters” manufactured by Hong Kong artist and writer Cassing Lung. The demons made a Nordic mythological legend-inspired picture book in 2015 in the book trilogy, and by 2019, Toy veteran Pop Mart converted him to viral vinyl. Collection We know today.

Labubu is described as an “alveish creature”, and according to Pop Mart, “Despite a mischievous look, she is kind and always wants to help, but often accidentally receives the opposite.” She can look small and scary, but she means well.

If you present a creature Looks like Like Labubu but a pointed tail, it is not his. He is Zimomo, who is the leader of demons. And no, Zimomo and Labubu are nothing. Labubu is already a lover: Tycoko, a skeletal seen vegetarian monster.

Labubu collectable objects include bags Charms (most popular), tumbller and pendants.Courtesy of Rebecca Rodriguez

Why is Labubu so popular?

The increase in popularity of Labubu can be credited to Lisa from a large -scale Blackpink, which has accepted her love for a creature in interview and on her social media. Since then, demand has exploded overnight with fans and has paid well on retail. (Included current company).)

Today, The Monsters series is the best -selling franchise of pop mart and $ 419 million has been generated in sales last year. NBC NewsAlthough precious items vinyl luxurious bags are attractions, you can still get your hands on other labubu figures, goods and brand cooperation.

On the bench covered with blankets, three Labubu sat shoulder to shoulder. Left to right: Gray-Blu Labubu Squinted Eyes, White Labubu with Santa cap on the right ear and glass coca-cola bottle in hands, sitting down in light brownish — Pop Mart has released various Labubu series throughout the years, with energy collection with the latest one being large. Courtesy of Rebecca Rodriguez

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What is a lafufu?

An unfortunate side effect comes with the increasing fame of Labubu: FakeFake Labubas – lovingly termed “Lafufus” – the market is flooding, and they are surprisingly confident from distance. But close? You will start notice of differences.

How to spot a fake here:

Tooth count: Labubu is absolutely nine teeth. no more no less.
Facial Description: Look closely to the eyes and blush, off-a-collar paint and dirty finishing.
Stiching: The stitching of the forehead on a laphafu is usually unequal or frightening.
Foot Stamp: The pop mart logo and “O Cassing” are engraved on the soles of their feet in Real Labubas.

Light brown labubu is being held by hand with brown eyes. — I went to six separate pop mart stores across Japan, before I could take my hand on my first Labubu.Courtesy of Rebecca Rodriguez

Why select Trust NBC?

I am Editorial project manager Select for NBC and have tested hundreds of products in categories such as fitness costumes, techniques, accessories, skin care and more. I have been a Labubu fan for only three months, but I have already managed to get my hands on three of them. I am a fond collector of blind box products like Sunny Angels, Mofusand, Peach riot and certainly Labubu.