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Psychotherapist explains why people are obsessed with Labubu toys right now

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The Independent UK

Labubu plushies aren’t just toys. They’re a brand new frontier for Chinese soft power

One of the most sought-after items of 2025 isn’t a designer handbag or the latest tech gadget. It’s a plush elf with a snaggle-toothed grin.

The Conversation

Forget Labubus, these nostalgic '80s and '90s toys are worth up to $7,000

Does the latest craze have that kind of staying power?

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How to tell if a Labubu is real or fake, with telltale signs to look out for

We run down every piece of advice you need to help you work out if a Labubu toy is real or fake

GamesRadar

Monsters And Memes: Labubu Dolls Ride China Soft-power Wave

Small, fuzzy and baring sharp teeth, Chinese toymaker Pop Mart's Labubu monster dolls have taken over the world, drawing excited crowds at international stores and adorning the handbags of celebrities such as Rihanna and Cher.

International Business Times

Kathy Hilton's floral arrangement features the most unexpected addition – and you'll truly never guess what it is

Hardly anyone knew about these Hong Kong-designed toys until last year – now it's a favorite among celebrities, including Kathy Hilton, who uses them as decor

Homes & Gardens

The real reason everyone is obsessed with Labubu dolls

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The Independent UK

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Voices: The world has gone wild for Labubus. Why the heck is everyone obsessed with these hideous little gremlins?

OPINION: The latest trend causing society to lose its collective mind is bizarre, childish and – quite frankly – hideous, writes Mike Bedigan

The Independent UK

People are paying thousands of dollars for Labubu dolls. Inside the hottest new toy sensation

Welcome to the latest national obsession.

Fortune

The viral Labubu craze is everything that's wrong with TikTok

Scarcity + virality = profit.

Creative Bloq

China bans banks from luring customers with popular Labubu dolls

Regulator asks local banks not to give non-compliant perks amid fierce competition as interest rates fall

The Guardian - UK

Labubu or Lafufu? How to Spot a Fake as Knockoff Dolls Flood Online Marketplaces

With the viral bag-charm toys becoming harder and harder for collectors to get their hands on, knockoff versions have emerged on resale platforms – but some fans are purposefully buying the bootleg dolls.

International Business Times UK

Would You Buy A $7,000 Labubu? Why The Viral Toy Has Now Become A Luxury Item

Labubu toys, once simple plushies, now sell for thousands due to viral TikTok trends, celebrity endorsements, and a booming resale market.

International Business Times UK

Labubu is the this year’s big trend – but its origin might surprise you

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The Independent UK

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The Independent UK

Part toy, part fashion, the arrival of the viral Labubu was a long time in the making

Labubu, the plush toy from China’s Pop Mart is a social media darling, but the toothy little monsters are not an overnight success

The Independent UK

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

Euronews

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?

The Independent UK

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

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Evening Standard

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.

International Business Times

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.

Evening Standard

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

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’

International Business Times UK

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!

The Guardian - AU

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 Independent UK

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

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