Labubu is all over the internet and on everyone’s bags now! But what is Labubu, and how did this adorable plushie become so popular?
Created in 2015 as a character in a fairytale called "The Monsters," Labubu was brought in by Pop Mart and gradually became an iconic figurine and plushie. Recently, Rockstar singer Lisa from Blackpink “broke the internet” when she posted a photo with a giant Labubu. Fans also spotted her hanging a mini plushie on her bag. That’s when the trend exploded, and everyone started hopping on the bandwagon, attaching Labubu plushies to their bags.
A Labubu plushie isn’t exactly cheap. The mini doll, which can be attached as a keychain to your bag, typically costs around $60. Additionally, some editions can be resold for even higher prices! As such, these plushies need to be protected and cared for. In this story, we’ll explore a few ways to style and safeguard your precious Labubu!
Adorable Clothes
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Make your doll unique with stylish clothes like branded streetwear or a cute baby romper, and accessorise them with a trendy pair of sunglasses and bucket hats! Many Labubu owners have taken their dolls' outfits to the next level, with some even making the clothes themselves! However, if you’re not skilled at that or don’t have the time, don’t worry! There are plenty of adorable clothing options available online for your Labubu. Many small businesses also offer customisation services, so you can pay someone to make clothes for your doll! It’s time to match your outfit with your doll and slay the streets in style!
Protective Casing
Some Labubu plushies come with their furry monster coats, and hanging them on your bag means risking them getting soaked in Singapore’s unpredictable rain. As a result, many merchants have created interesting protective cases for these Labubu!
1. Plastic Labubu Shaped Casing
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This casing is designed specifically for the Labubu, fitting its shape and size perfectly, with a hole on the top to allow the key ring to come through. It’s like putting the Labubu doll in a protective bubble. In our opinion, this option is both stylish and practical, as it showcases how cute your doll is without looking too bulky.
2. Mini Transparent Bag
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Some people prefer to carry their dolls around like a cat in an astronaut bag, or they want to include knick-knacks alongside their doll. As such, a mini transparent bag would be both functional and stylish. Additionally, some mini transparent bags come with clips that allow you to attach them to your bags, providing an extra pouch for small items like makeup products.
Braces
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Labubu is known for its monstrous teeth, which many find cute. Recently, a dentist on TikTok went viral for putting colourful braces on her Labubu doll. Due to the overwhelming positive response to the braces on the doll, you no longer need to be a dentist to get access to brace items! You can now find a DIY Braces Starter Kit on Shopee and start decorating your doll’s teeth in the colours you love!
Metal Key Ring
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With such a cute and customised plushie, many people want to get their hands on it—literally! We’re talking about the theft of Labubus! This includes not only theft in stores but also theft on the streets. Since the plushie is only attached to a plastic key ring, it can be easily detached, allowing any passerby to sweep your plushie away in an instant! As the trend for this doll grows, there have been several incidents where plushies were taken at traffic lights or during an “accidental” bump.
To protect your Labubu, we recommend either switching to a metallic key ring that is more difficult to detach or adding a small bell to the plushie. This way, if anyone tries to pull it away, you'll notice immediately.
As you use your hard-earned money to buy the plushies and put in the effort to style them up, it is only right that we protect them and keep them safe as we showcase them outside. We hope you enjoy styling your Labubu and making them unique, just like yourself! Don't forget that as trends evolve, such as the upcoming trending crybaby character, please spend wisely and purchase only from reliable sources to avoid being scammed! All the best, and we wish that all of you reading this will always be drawing your favourite designs in any blind boxes!