Labubu monster dolls are ugly and adorable
New monster dolls are taking over the internet. Influencers shell out as much as $85 for bigger Labubu dolls.
Those who missed the chance to purchase a Labubu blind box from the new, smaller “Pin for Love” series released this week will have another chance to order it, along with three other blind boxes.
Friday, Aug. 29, through Saturday, Aug. 30, the popular blind boxes will be available for purchase starting at 9:30 p.m. ET.
Several of Pop Mart’s Labubu blind boxes, which hide the exact content of the package until the customer opens it, sometimes revealing an especially rare item in a series, will be made available for purchase and pre-order, according to Pop Mart’s website.
The boxes usually sell out instantly, and some are only available on the Pop Mart app, which can be downloaded to your phone through the Google Play Store or the App Store.
Before attempting to purchase a Labubu, ensure the app is up to date and functioning correctly. If you have a VPN on your device, be sure to check it as it will likely need to be turned off.
Which Labubu blind boxes will be available for order?
Friday, Aug. 29, at 9:30 p.m. ET:Saturday, Aug. 30, at 9:30 p.m. ET:
How much will the Labubus cost?
The “Have a Seat,” “Big into Energy” and “Exciting Macaron” blind boxes retail for $27.99, not including taxes or shipping and handling, according to the website. Customers can buy a maximum of six single blind boxes from each set.
However, individuals who wish to purchase a complete set of each series, which includes six different blind boxes, will need to pay $167.94, excluding taxes. Customers can purchase a maximum of one whole set from each set of Labubus.
A single blind box of the latest “Pin for Love” Labubu retails for $22.99, excluding tax and shipping fees, according to Pop Mart. Customers can purchase a maximum of 14 single blind boxes each. A whole set, which includes 14 different blind boxes, will cost $321.86, excluding taxes and other fees. However, each customer is limited to purchasing a maximum of one of each set.
Purchases over $29 made on the Pop Mart app and website will receive free shipping.
Labubus sell out quickly
The restocks happen in a flash, and within less than a minute, the highly coveted Labubus can sell out.
Being able to purchase a Labubu is based purely on luck, but to ensure the odds are tilted in your favor, here’s what you should do, based on USA TODAY’s research:
Use the Pop Mart app and ensure that it is up to date.Create an account ahead of the launch and save your credit card and shipping information to avoid wasting time.Make sure your Wi-Fi or cellular connection is strong.
What is a Labubu?
Labubu is a doll that resembles a monster, featuring a large head, sharp teeth and prominent eyes. The Labubu keychains everyone is obsessed with are furry and come in different colors, shapes and sizes.
Pop Mart has sold small Labubus, some shaped like shrimp tempura, carrying Coke products, dressed as pumpkins and more.
Some people might say the doll looks a bit scary, while others think it’s downright adorable.
The doll was designed by Hong Kong artist Kasing Lung roughly a decade ago.
But today, Labubus are sold worldwide by the Beijing-based toy maker Pop Mart, as part of their “The Monsters” line.
Julia is a trending reporter for USA TODAY and covers all things Labubu and Pop Mart. Connect with her on LinkedIn,X, Instagram and TikTok: @juliamariegz, or email her at jgomez@gannett.com