Thu, 22 May 2025

Thu, 22 May 2025 Labubu fan fury after dolls pulled from stores

The popular toys have been removed from shelves until June, following reports of customers fighting over them.

* Pop Mart has temporarily removed Labubu dolls from all UK stores due to reports of customers fighting over them.
* The company has paused sales until June to "prevent any potential safety issues".
* Fans and customers have reacted angrily online, blaming resellers for driving up prices and causing chaos in stores.
* Some retail experts warn that the stop on stock will only heighten demand, leading to more attempts to buy the dolls online and potentially pushing fans to resale sites where counterfeit products are sold.
* Pop Mart has stated it is working on a new release mechanism that is "better structured and more equitable for everyone involved".
* Customers who were planning to buy Labubu dolls have expressed frustration and disappointment with the decision, with some accusing the company of "drip feeding" stock to create hype.
* Resellers are also being criticized for buying up the toys at inflated prices and selling them online for even higher prices.
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