Labubu is a small fuzzy doll designed by Kasing Lung and sold by Pop Mart. It comes in a blind box, so buyers don’t know which one they’ll get. Though the original price is $22, Labubu dolls now sell for much more online. Many people wait in long lines or even play claw machines to try and get one.
The toy became very popular after celebrities like Blackpink’s Lisa, Dua Lipa, and Simone Biles shared theirs. Pop Mart's success has grown quickly, and Labubu searches have increased a lot online. Still, finding one is difficult — stores often sell out, and buyers need to try multiple locations.
Some fans enjoy dressing up their dolls with clothes and accessories, and Labubu has even become part of birthday parties and family events. This small toy has turned into a major global trend.
Vocabulary:
• fuzzy (adj): soft and slightly hairy or furry
• craze (noun): a sudden and widespread enthusiasm for something
• resale (noun): the act of selling something again after buying it
• accessorize (verb): to add decorations or extra items to improve appearance
• theme (noun): a central idea or subject of a party or event
• obsession (noun): a powerful interest or focus on something
• customize (verb): to make something personal or unique
• fetch (verb): to be sold for a certain price
• swagged out (adj): dressed up in a stylish or cool way
• popularity (noun): the state of being liked or admired by many people
• dedicated (adj): made for or focused on one purpose
Source: TODAY