My 11-Month Labubu Odyssey: From Lisa’s IG to a hoarding this generations of beanie babies
It all started, as so many wonderful (and slightly obsessive) things do these days, with Blackpink’s Lisa. I was scrolling through Instagram, admiring her effortlessly cool style, when my eyes landed on something small, quirky, and utterly captivating clutched in her hand. It was a little figure, undeniably cute, with those signature mischievous eyes and impish grin.
“What is that?” I wondered aloud, immediately diving into the comments section and then, of course, Google. That, my friends, was my introduction to Labubu.
And so began an 11-month rabbit hole that has transformed my shelves, my spending habits, and my understanding of the sheer joy of collecting. Initially, finding Labubu felt like a quest worthy of an ancient legend. They weren’t readily available, and the few listings I found online were either suspiciously priced or sold out instantly. The scarcity only fueled my desire. I refreshed pages, joined Discord groups, and set up notifications, all for this adorable, elusive creature.
Then, slowly but surely, the world of Labubu started to open up to me. I learned about POP MART, the genius behind these art toy phenomena. And oh, the sets! It wasn’t just a Labubu; it was an entire universe.
My first major discovery was the Labubu The Monsters – Macarons series. The concept alone was enough to hook me – these playful monsters disguised as delectable French treats! Each blind box was a gamble, a moment of pure anticipation. Would I get the strawberry, the pistachio, or the elusive secret chase figure? My collection started with one, then two, and before I knew it, I had a colorful display of these sweet little characters, each one a miniature work of art.
