Back in 2024, FIX Dessert Chocolatier’s Dubai chocolate started becoming a global sensation and the trend continues. You can find the gooey chocolate bars full of delicious pistachio kunafa cream taking the internet by storm in different countries.
In fact, the OG Dubai chocolate has become such a popular item that many people are planning trips just to get their hands on it. The makers recently launched a mango-inspired bar, making more netizens go crazy about the product.
Coming to the Labubu dolls by China’s booming toy brand Pop Mart, these small toys featuring messy hair, quirky eyes and a unique toothy smile are rapidly becoming a collector’s dream. In fact, Labubus are no longer just toys, they are a big social media sensation.
The Labubu mania: Rising popularity of Pop Mart toy
Created by Kasing Lung, the Labubu initially started as a character in a picture book inspired by Nordic mythology. Later on, it became part of a blind box toy series launched by Pop Mart in 2019. Both the Millennials and Gen Z find blind boxes hard to resist.
Since then, the Labubu dolls continue to gain popularity. You can find plenty of unboxing clips on social media. The Labubus have also appeared on the arms of celebrities like BLACKPINK’s Lisa, Dua Lipa and Rihanna. Essentially, the birth of a pop culture icon has begun.
Some limited-edition Labubus sell for really high prices in resale markets. Labubu has completely changed the game for Pop Mart. The value of the company’s Hong Kong-listed shares has soared at least three times this year. Isn’t it incredible?
Labubus in UAE: Labubu-inspired birthday cakes and ice creams selling fast
Labubus started their journey from Hong Kong. But their rising popularity has made them a global sensation real fast. The Pop Mart dolls are selling like hot cakes in the UAE, too. The doll’s cheeky smile is found adorable by many people across the country.
Labubu is almost at all places in the UAE. You can find Labubu-inspired birthday cakes, ice creams and chocolates. The Khaleej Times recently highlighted in a report that bakeries across the UAE are getting frequent orders for themed cakes.
Gateau Gourmet and Occasions Cakes UAE are offering custom creations. You can place orders for Labubu-inspired cakes online and get them at your homes in no time. Prices start at Dh200. But it is not just cakes holding a touch of Labubus.
You can also find plenty of Labubu keychains at supermarkets and discount stores in the UAE. They are being sold at a broad price range, depending on the quality and size. Labubu plushies are also getting really popular in the UAE.
The Frozen Factory is selling Labubu ice cream. Many people, both young and those young at heart, find Labubu’s design and playfulness appealing. It is clear that this little quirky doll has found a big fan base in the UAE.
Currently, there are no official Pop Mart stores in the Middle East. But these popular dolls are being sold through a number of retailers, including in the UAE. This article lists some of the popular places to purchase Labubus in Dubai. Read on.
Top places to buy Labubus in Dubai
Hundreds of people regularly queue up in Dubai despite the summer season to get their hands on the adorable monster. Demand for Labubus is definitely high and there are plenty of places in Dubai to buy the dolls at great prices.
There is one important thing to remember here. Real Labubus bear the manufacturer Pop Mart’s logo and exactly nine teeth. The fake Labubu dolls might not carry detailed finishing or a little bit of off stitching. Here are the best places to buy authentic Labubus in Dubai.
1. Careem
Book rides at short notice, order groceries and food, or manage payments. You can do all of it on the Careem app. Careem can bring you groceries of the highest quality, ultrafast to your doorstep. You can also get farm-fresh produce, daily essentials and more.
Careem is one of the top mobile applications in Dubai selling Labubus. There is a limited stock of the cheeky smile dolls on sale in the Careem Groceries section, priced in the range of Dh215 to Dh280 each. Go, get your hands on them asap.
2. noon Minutes
Get things right at your doorsteps in just 15 minutes on noon Minutes. You can get incredible discounts and top deals on a number of different categories, including beauty, baby store, trending chocolates, delicious food and all things essential for the summer.
noon Minutes is directly bringing the popular Labubu dolls in just 15-20 minutes. Priced at Dh299, each box is shrouded in mystery. Because of limited stocks each day, it is better to keep an eye out for restocking.
3. Mad Kicks
Mad Kicks is Middle East’s premier sneakers store for 100% authentic Nikes, Yeezys and Air Jordans. You can also find a great and curated selection of trendy apparel and accessories. Mad Kicks has started selling Pop Mart’s Labubu dolls, too.
There are at least 27 Labubu products on the Mad Kicks site at the time of publishing this article. You can find plenty of editions, including ‘The Monsters – Coca Cola Series’ and ‘The Monsters – Exciting Macarons’. These Labubus are 100% genuine and legally sourced.
4. Beau Restaurant
You can get a free Labubu in Dubai for a Petit Meal at Beau Restaurant in Jumeirah. Isn’t it incredible? The meal offers a delicious burger, fries, refreshing drink, an apple pie and the cute plush toy by Hong Kong’s Pop Mart.
The meal is sold in limited quantities daily from 7 pm. The inclusion of the Labubu doll is definitely not random. It is to offer those interested to participate in the trend. But remember, limited drops of the Petit Meal disappear faster than expected.
5. The Little Things
The Little Things has multiple stores across Dubai, including at The Dubai Mall and Mall of the Emirates. It is the official retailer of Pop Mart’s Labubu in the UAE. This means, you can purchase the popular dolls for the best prices in Dubai.
The Little Things is one of the best places in Dubai for all things collectible. The Labubus are being sold for Dh79. Famous for stocking designer figurines and rare vinyl toys, The Little Things is one of the most celebrated places for all the collectors out there.
6. Deliveroo
One of the best places to purchase the OG Dubai chocolate by FIX Dessert Chocolatier is on the Deliveroo app. You can get the chocolate bars full of delicious pistachio and kunafa cream on the app. But stocks are limited and drop happens at 2 pm and 5 pm daily.
The same app is also in the limelight for selling Labubus in Dubai. Deliveroo has daily Labubu drops happening at 4 pm. You can order single dolls or six-pack mystery boxes. The thrill of checking the app at 3:58 pm has become a daily ritual for many Labubu fans.
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