ELI5: What is Labubu

Labubu is a cute, mischievous-looking character that you can find as a toy, often a small figurine.

Imagine you have a favorite stuffed animal, like a teddy bear, but instead of being furry, it's made of plastic or vinyl. That's kind of like Labubu! It's a collectible toy that many people like to buy and display.

Labubu is designed by a company called Kasing Lung, and it's part of a series of toys called The Monsters. He has big, slightly pointy ears, a mischievous grin, and sometimes he's wearing a little hat or costume. Think of him as a playful little gremlin, but a friendly one!

Here's why people like Labubu:

• They're cute and unique: Labubu's design is very distinctive, and people find his mischievous look appealing.
• They're collectible: There are many different versions of Labubu, with different colors, outfits, and accessories. People enjoy trying to collect them all! It's like collecting trading cards or stamps.
• They're trendy: Right now, Labubu is very popular, so having one is like having the latest cool toy.
• Blind Boxes: Often, Labubu figurines are sold in blind boxes. This means you don't know which version you're getting until you open the box! This makes collecting even more exciting and a little bit like a surprise.