Labubu toys are having their moment. They’re those little collectible plush dolls with the peculiar expressions. It’s a series of “zoomorphic elves” with distinguished facial expressions, with Labubu being the central character.
Labubu is a monster with razor-sharp teeth, enormous ears, and that signature scruff. It’s all very Gen Z.
These collectibles are being sported by celebrities and influencers, and have blown up on social media. The unboxing videos of limited-time editions went especially viral. The whole ugly-cute thing is on-trend, after the ‘rat-boy’ summer.
The wearable collectible craze went wild. Blind box figures, toy figurines, designer sneakers and kitschy lamps are the kinds of collectibles for Gen Z.
But is Gen Z the superior generation when it comes to collectibles? 90s kids were master collectors.
In the 90s, we had Furbies, Beanie Babies, Tamagotchis, Pokemon cards, Troll Dolls, and even McDonald’s Happy Meal toys. 90s kids basically invented how to hype over random items, putting products into the cultural zeitgeist.
But whether they’re trendy for a season or longer, these types of products become reminiscent of your childhood. They’re important to keep and fun to look back on, years or decades later.
So, these are more than fun gifts to give (or buy for yourself). You can find these viral global Gen Z collectibles, right here at the Myer Centre. See what they look like in person, not just online.
Where to find toy collectibles in the Myer Centre
If you or someone in your family is obsessed with these plush dolls, make sure you visit Pop Frenzy, the official store for Pop Mart. Toyworld and Miniso also sell quirky collectibles. Visiting these stores is an experience in itself, so give yourself some time to peruse and ponder.
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