Labubu explains: The monster behind the hype – now on Habibicards!

🐾 Who or what is Labubu?

The rise of a small monster to a worldwide collector's favorite

If you've been browsing collectible platforms, TikTok, or designer toy sites in recent months, you've probably already stumbled upon him: Labubu. The little monster with the shaggy ears, big eyes, and sometimes fierce, sometimes cute expression has been capturing the hearts of collectors for years—and since the Pop Mart series, he's been everywhere.

But who or what exactly is Labubu? And why does the entire collecting world go crazy whenever a new blind box is released?

🌟 The origin: An artist, a monster, an idea

Labubu was created by Hong Kong artist Kasing Lung. Originally, Labubu was one of several characters from his fantasy world , The Monsters . It is home to creatures like Zimomo, Spooky, Tycoco, and Pato—each with its own little story and personality.

Labubu is the star of the series: half-sweet, half-naughty—with a blend of childlike curiosity and a slightly anarchic charm. It's precisely this "cute-but-weird" look that makes him so special and sets him apart from other designer toys.

💥 From art toy to cult object – with Pop Mart to international success

The big wave came when Kasing Lung collaborated with the Chinese manufacturer Pop Mart. Pop Mart is known for its high-quality blind box series—each box contains a random figure, usually in a chibi or designer toy style. Together, they released series such as:

• Labubu The Monsters Wacky Mart
• Labubu The Monsters Big Into Energy
• Labubu x Coca-Cola
• Labubu Macaron Pendant Series
• Labubu The Monsters Have a Seat

And that's just a fraction – fans passionately collect based on series, colors, themes, or limited editions.

🎁 Why are the characters so popular?

The answer lies somewhere between design, feeling and fandom:

✅ High-quality workmanship – every detail is perfect
✅ Emotional style – the characters appear lively, expressive, sometimes melancholic
✅ Surprise effect – blind boxes make every opening an experience
✅ Community & Exchange – collectors worldwide exchange their figures, post setups, build display cases
✅ Limitations & Rarities – certain figures are extremely rare, there are “Secret Designs” with ratios such as 1:72 or 1:144

🔎 How do I recognize a rare Labubu figure?

• The rarest figures are called Secret, Hidden or Chase Figures
• Some series contain SSPs (Super Secret Pieces) with gold or transparent designs
• Packed in identical blind boxes, mostly without external clues – real surprises
• On platforms such as eBay, TikTok or Collectors' Groups, certain Labubus achieve three-digit prices

🧩 Trading Cards & Art Prints: More than just figures

In addition to the figures, there are now also high-quality trading cards from HOW2WORK – Monster Series 1, Everybody Knows, etc.
These combine the designer toy feeling with the classic TCG concept:
💡 Mini works of art in card format – ideal for collecting, framing or grading.

🛒 Labubu at Habibicards – why it’s worth a look

We at Habibicards are fans ourselves. That's why you'll find:

• Original Pop Mart Labubu Blind Boxes – ready to ship
• Complete series, displays & individual figures
• Information on rare variants & figure descriptions
• And soon: a dedicated Labubu showcase on our website!

❤ ️ Conclusion: A monster you just have to love

Labubu isn't a trend—it's a small art phenomenon. What began as an indie character is now part of a global collector's movement that combines design, emotion, and fun.

Whether as a blind box, card or figure on the shelf – Labubu is here to stay.

📦 Discover now:

👉 View all Labubu products at Habibicards

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