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EGYPT, JUL 13 – Labubu's blind-box model and celebrity endorsements have driven a cultural trend in Egypt, with inflation at 13.9% fueling escapism through collectible toy purchases.
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Labubu Nail Art Has Officially Become A Thing — & It's Actually Cute
Instagram/@amirinails & @hotta_kanameLabubus are popping out of blind boxes around the world, and they seem to be going more viral by the day. On TikTok, you can watch as fans unwrap these cute little creatures as they start (or add to) their collection. They can pull out any of the hundreds of character variants, which have adorable names like Green Grape, Sea Salt Coconut, and Sesame Bean.The soft, fuzzy toys are exciting to open, delightful t…
Labubu: Inside the $423 million-a-year ugly toy craze
Labubu is a $30 doll that has gone from a simple collectible to a viral, money-making sensation. Here’s how it brought in the equivalent of $423 million U.S. in revenue for Beijing, China-based toy company Pop Mart in 2024.
Labubu Takeover: Karan Johar Loses to Daughter Roohi in ‘Trend or Friend’ Argument Over Labubu Doll (Watch Video) | 🎥 LatestLY
Karan Johar dropped a video on his official IG, where he was heard asking his little one, 'Roohi do you really want to follow this trend?' To which, Roohi clarified, 'It's not a trend, it's my friend.' Conceding, the filmmaker concluded the video saying, 'Oh god, okay!' 🎥 Labubu Takeover: Karan Johar Loses to Daughter Roohi in ‘Trend or Friend’ Argument Over Labubu Doll (Watch Video).
Tiny Monster, Big Craze: How Labubu Took Over Egypt’s Toy and Trend Scene
The Labubu craze has taken Egypt’s social media scene by storm, transforming from a niche collectible into a widespread cultural phenomenon. Lububu, quirky, elf-like figures, originally designed by Hong Kong artist Kasing Lung and produced by Chinese toy company Pop Mart, have captivated Egyptian collectors and fashion enthusiasts alike. Due to its distinctive “ugly-cute” aesthetic, limited-edition allure, and global cult following, Labubu has t…
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