If you’ve seen a wide-eyed, sharp-toothed creature chilling in handbags, showing up in Reels, or mysteriously popping out of shopping hauls across Dubai and Abu Dhabi… no, you’re not imagining things. That’s Labubu, and it’s currently the hottest collector trend sweeping the world.

Once a niche designer toy known mostly to hardcore collectors, Labubu has officially gone viral. From high-end mall shelves to TikTok feeds and even café tables, this tiny monster is everywhere, and people are completely obsessed.

Even if you’re not into hype culture or trendy toys, it’s still fun to know what’s turning heads in the city—because trust us, Labubu sightings are becoming as common as Karak tea in winter. And hey, being in the know is always a vibe.

Wait… What Is Labubu?

Originally created by Hong Kong artist Kasing Lung as part of “The Monsters” series under designer toy brand POP MART. Labubu is a small collectible figure that looks like it crawled out of a quirky fairytale, with pointy ears, a mischievous grin, and themed outfits that range from pirate to fairy to wizard.

Each figure comes in a blind box (yep, you won’t know which one you’re getting), and they come dressed in different themed outfits, pirate Labubu, fairy Labubu, wizard Labubu… you name it, it exists.

Why Labubu Is Trending in the UAE Right Now

  • It’s visually striking: For many, it’s a fashion statement piece, a desk companion, a quirky little gift, or just an Insta-gold content.

  • It’s Limited edition: New designs sell out fast, especially at POP MART’s Dubai Mall store.

  • Collectors Are Everywhere: From teenagers to adults, more people in the UAE are joining the rising interest for niche collectibles.

Fun Facts You’ll Want to Drop Into Conversation

  • Labubu has dozens of versions, and fans trade them like Pokémon cards.

  • The rarest Labubu is usually the one with the most teeth. (No joke.)

  • POP MART stores use vending machines for surprise drops. It’s like a toy lottery.

  • The Labubu fandom is so strong, people cosplay as him at comic conventions.

  • Rarer figures have been resold for more than AED 2,000.

  • Labubu cakes are officially a thing now—yes, people are turning this tiny monster into full-on birthday desserts.

 

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Where to Find Labubu in Dubai & Abu Dhabi

Here’s where to hunt your new monster friend:

  • POP MART – The Dubai Mall: The official hotspot. Drops happen regularly—be fast!

  • Comicave – Outlet Village: Great for limited releases and figures from the full POP MART universe.

  • Deliveroo – Abu Dhabi: Starting May 26, Deliveroo takes care of all the hassle. Labubu blind boxes drop daily at 4 PM. Just tap and wait!

  • Online Collectors: Facebook groups and Instagram sellers—just beware of fakes.

  • Comic Con & Pop Culture Events: Keep an eye out for booths with exclusive toys.

Final Thought: It’s Not Just a Toy, It’s a Vibe

You don’t have to collect Labubu—or even like it—to appreciate its moment. It’s one of those quirky pop culture waves sweeping through the city, and spotting one in the wild is becoming surprisingly common. Whether you’re curious, collecting, or just enjoying the hilarious content people are creating around it online (yes, Labubu has serious meme potential), now you know what that grinning little monster is all about.

Are you interested to join the monster madness?