Labubu Owner Issues Warning to Fans Clipping the Doll to Their Bags

The Labubu craze has taken the internet by storm, with fans around the world collecting these furry, wide-eyed dolls and proudly displaying them on their bags. But the hype has taken a darker turn. One owner has issued a chilling warning that might make you think twice before using your Labubu as a bag charm.

Over the past few months, Labubu dolls — known for their quirky, otherworldly appearance and collectible status — have become hot property. Originally sold by Pop Mart, these plush toys have been flying off the shelves, sparking a wave of social media content and public displays.

But not all of that attention has been positive. Some fans are now speaking out about the risks of carrying the doll in public. One concerned Reddit user shared their experience, and their message is making waves in the collector community.

"I'm taking all my Labubus off my bags,” the user wrote. “They're gonna be under house arrest for the foreseeable future. I can't believe it's even come to this."

They went on to explain that Pop Mart UK had recently suspended all Labubu sales. While the official statement cites high demand and a need to keep customers safe, the Redditor believes there's more to the story.

"They - finally - took some action after no longer being able to turn a blind eye to the increasing hostility and violence caused by scalpers in their stores, which reached a tipping point in Stratford, London, just a couple of days ago."

This wave of Labubu-inspired chaos has left some owners feeling unsafe simply for carrying their toys in public. The Reddit user, who lives in London, admitted they now feel nervous whenever they take their Labubu outside.

“A freaking toy!!” they wrote. “Something that’s supposed to bring people joy.”

The Labubu craze has taken the internet by storm

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They also expressed concern for younger fans. “A few of my friends’ kids love their Labubus too, and I’ve been telling their parents to make sure they don’t sneak them into school. If they’re anything like I was, being told ‘no’ would just make me hide it in my bag and show it off later.”

The worry is that kids could become targets while walking to or from school, making a cute toy into a potential risk.

“I don’t even feel that happy anymore when I look at my Labubus,” the user said. “Just stress and confusion. Seriously, what on earth has the world come to?”

“I don’t even feel that happy anymore when I look at my Labubus,” one Reddit user said.

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Pop Mart UK had recently suspended all Labubu sales

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Other Reddit users quickly chimed in with support and similar experiences.

“It’s always something, isn’t it? People are crazy,” one wrote.

“I’m so sorry that a hobby — something that should be fun and bring us joy — has come to this,” another added.

A third shared a personal account: “Someone tried to grab onto mine as I walked through some crowds in Covent Garden. Stay safe, buds!”

One user summed it up bluntly: “People are just the absolute worst.”

Another said: “The audacity of people sometimes honestly amazes me. They’re a plastic toy. They’re not worth committing actual crimes for.”

In response to the growing frenzy, Pop Mart UK announced back in May:

“Due to the increasing demand for our beloved Labubus, we've seen a significant rise in customer turnout on restock days — with long queues forming outside our stores and Roboshops.”

“To ensure the safety and comfort of everyone, we will temporarily pause all in-store and Roboshop sales of THE MONSTERS plush toys until further notice.”

The company added that it's working to improve the shopping experience both in-store and online.

Despite the pause, fans noticed a recent Instagram update that advertised the dolls were now “back,” hinting at a potential return of the collectibles. But for many, the excitement is now mixed with caution.

So if you're one of the lucky few who managed to snag a Labubu, maybe keep it at home — at least until the storm settles.