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fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
1 day ago

POP MART Rolls Out Trio of Collectibles with Punk and Playful Edge | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

Leading the charge is the Lil Peach Riot Sleepover Series Figures, the latest chapter in POP MART 's fastest-rising U.S.-born IP. Created by Los Angeles illustrator and musician Libby Frame, Peach Riot is a fictional punk band made up of three high school friends: Gigi on vocals and guitar, Frankie behind the drums, and Poppy handling bass and keyboards. Together, they embody a blend of youthful energy, DIY spirit, and pop-punk authenticity.
Design
Podcast
fromThe New Yorker
1 day ago

Our Fads, Ourselves

The Labubu toy illustrates how collectibles spark speculative fads that connect historical manias to contemporary cultural reactions and debates over value.
fromApartment Therapy
2 days ago

This $20 IKEA Decor Gem Doubles as the Cutest Display Case (It's for More Than Pictures!)

In the video, the creator removes the wood backing on a 35×35-centimeter Sannahed frame from IKEA to create a deeper space that fits up to eight Labubus. This IKEA gem comes in a variety of neutral colors like white, black, tan and brown. This ensures two things: that the frames will match whatever other decor you have in your room and that your colorful Labubus will really pop.
Design
#counterfeit-toys
#naomi-osaka
#pop-mart
E-Commerce
fromTechCrunch
2 weeks ago

Labubu could make $1 billion this year | TechCrunch

Labubu-driven Monsters series by Pop Mart is projected to surpass $1 billion in 2025 revenue, fueled by blind-box sales and celebrity endorsements.
E-Commerce
fromWIRED
2 weeks ago

Labubus Are on Track to Be a Billion-Dollar Business This year

Labubus, the viral elf plush toys, have significantly boosted Pop Mart's revenues and profits in 2025.
Fashion & style
fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago

South Korea's It Boy showed off his Labubu collection and his top luxury fragrances - the Seventeen pop star has over 100

Joshua Hong owns over 110 perfumes, selects a unique scent for each tour, and collects Labubu plush toys and luxury items.
Gadgets
fromThe New Yorker
2 weeks ago

IRL Brain Rot and the Lure of the Labubu

Labubu collectible plushes became a global craze after celebrity exposure, spawning hundreds of variants, widespread scarcity, and intense demand at retail and vending machines.
Social justice
fromVulture
1 month ago

Who Put a Labubu on Karl Marx's Grave?

A Labubu on Karl Marx's grave symbolizes contemporary cultural clashes between political ideologies and meme culture.
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SF food
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Labubu plush toy craze sparks creativity, side hustles among Bay Area fans

Labubu collectibles are incredibly popular, showcasing unique designs and fostering community among fans.
Film
fromIndieWire
1 month ago

China Just Started Using AI to Animate Film Adaptations - Is Labubu Next?

Pop Mart plans to enter film production, starting with a Labubu Movie made using artificial intelligence.
fromKotaku
1 month ago

The Dolls That Have Quickly Become A Pokemon-like Collection Craze

The Labubu dolls, designed by Kasing Lung and produced since 2015, have evolved from mere toys to popular fashion accessories, significantly influenced by K-pop star Lisa.
E-Commerce
LGBT
fromMail Online
2 months ago

Chilling theory about popular Labubus sported by Kim Kardashian

Labubu dolls are claimed by some to embody demonic energy linked to Pazuzu from Mesopotamian mythology.
E-Commerce
fromwww.scmp.com
2 months ago

Opinion | Labubu's rise reflects hitmaker ability of China's digital ecosystem

Labubu exemplifies China's integrated platform economy and its effectiveness in global cultural influence.
Fashion & style
fromWWD
2 months ago

Cher Embraces Labubu Craze on the 2025 Tribeca Film Festival Red Carpet

Cher showcased a trendy biker-inspired look featuring the popular Labubu accessory at the premiere of 'My Mom Jayne'.
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

K-pop's biggest stars are showing off their blind box pulls and fueling the Labubu frenzy that's taking over South Korea

Labubu, a furry doll made by the Chinese toymaker Pop Mart, has gone viral this year, with K-pop stars influencing its popularity in South Korea.
London startup
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Yes, Labubu Dolls Are Ugly. Your Tween Will Want One Anyway.

Labubu dolls symbolize the messy and complex emotions of adolescence, allowing tweens to explore their identities in a safe way.
London startup
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

A huge K-pop band is teaming up with the viral ugly toy Labubu

K-pop group Seventeen collaborates with toymaker Pop Mart to launch custom Labubus, merging collectibles with high fashion.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

Why We Love Labubu

Labubu serves as a mirror for mood, identity, and emotional expression.
Owning a rare Labubu signifies social awareness, functioning as modern social currency.
Adults also find value in Labubu for emotional regulation and connection.
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