Why Labubu took off in Dubai
Labubu figures, created by the artist Kasing Lung, have become one of the most sought-after collectibles in the region. The design blends cuteness with a mischievous edge, and each series carries its own theme — streetwear, desserts, brand collaborations.
Three things drive the demand. Series are produced in limited runs and are generally not reissued, which is why older series trade above their original price. The figures photograph well, which matters in a city where social media drives trends. And they sit at a price point that works as a gift without being a major purchase.
You can see what is currently in stock in the Labubu collection.
The series available now
The Monster – Big Into Energy
Bold, dynamic detailing. View this series.
The Monster – Have a Seat
A calmer, seated pose — the one most people put on a desk rather than a shelf. View this series.
The Monster – Exciting Macaron
Dessert-inspired colours, and the series that tends to sell through fastest. View this series.
The Monster – Coca-Cola Series
A brand collaboration, and the one collectors ask for by name. View this series.
Five things to check before you buy
1. Understand what a blind box is
This is the point most first-time buyers miss. A blind box is genuinely blind — you do not choose which figure in the series arrives, and that is the appeal. A series usually has six standard designs plus one rarer secret figure. If you want a specific character, buy a named single rather than a blind box.
2. Check authenticity
Replicas circulate widely. Buy from a retailer you can hold accountable, check the packaging and the card, and be wary of a price well below the market.
3. Keep the box
Condition drives resale value on collectibles. If there is any chance the figure will be traded or sold later, keep the window box and the card intact.
4. Know the series before you commit
Series differ in size, finish and pose. Someone completing a set needs the right series, not just the right character — worth asking before buying as a gift.
5. Treat it as a collectible, not a toy
These are vinyl display figures with small parts. They suit teenagers and adults, and older children who collect rather than play. They are not suitable for young children.
As a gift
Labubu works well as a gift precisely because of the limited-run nature — it feels like something found rather than bought. For a child who already collects, adding to their series beats starting a new one. More gift ideas in Gifts for Kids, and other collectibles in Action Figures & Collectibles.
Delivery reaches all seven emirates with free shipping over 200 AED, and orders can be collected from our Deira office, usually within 24 hours.
