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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Ellie Muir

Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade viewers divided over Labubu float: ‘What has the world come to?’

The Labubu, the viral furry gremlin doll loved by children and fashionistas alike, made its debut at the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade today — but not everyone is happy.

The wildly popular love-it-or-hate-it fashion accessory has reached global ascendence and cultural ubiquity in the past year, thanks to the social media craze surrounding the collectables from Chinese retailer Pop Mart.

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