Never Miss a Gift is the only stall at the famous Barras selling the Japanese dolls, which have become a global phenomenon.

From Birkin-toting adults to toy-collecting children, a certain plush toy called a Labubu is the name on everyone’s lips. The palm-sized collectible figurine was first released in 2015 alongside ...

Of all the creatures, Labubu became the most popular, and was brought to life as a toy in conjunction with Pop Mart in 2019. Pop Mart often sells Labubus through “blind boxes.” Similar to ...

But Labubu’s popularity has spiked over the past year, thanks to celebrity endorsements. Lisa, from K-pop mega group Blackpink, has frequently professed her love of the creature on social media.

It’s small, toothy and often described as slightly creepy. But this plush doll, called Labubu, has quickly become an unlikely status symbol. In recent weeks, social media has been filled with ...