The Labubu Gift Guide: What to Buy for Every Budget, Age & Occasion

Someone in your life has caught the Labubu bug — or you suspect they're about to — and now you've got the slightly intimidating job of picking the right one. With hundreds of designs, dozens of formats, and prices ranging from a tenner to literally thousands of pounds, "just buy a Labubu" turns out to be surprisingly complicated.

This guide solves it. We've broken Labubu gifting down by budget, age, and occasion, with honest recommendations for each. Whether you're shopping for a curious kid, a serious collector, a partner who's hinted hard, or just a friend who keeps reposting Lisa's bag charms — there's a perfect Labubu in here for them.

Quick answer: which Labubu makes the best gift?

• Under £20: a mini Labubu keychain charm — instant cute, universally loved.
• £20–£40: a Labubu blind-box pendant (Big into Energy, Have a Seat, Macaron) — the classic collector gift.
• £40–£100: a larger plush doll or an outfit-and-figure bundle — a proper statement gift.
• £100+: a Popland Exclusive doll or limited-edition collab — for the serious fan.
• For a kid: a Labubu-style plush keychain — affordable, durable, and just as fun.
• For a collector: a sealed blind box or a sought-after series figure they don't already have.

Now the detail — by budget, by recipient, by occasion.

Labubu gifts by budget

Under £20 — the perfect "first Labubu"

The sweet spot for casual fans, kids, secret Santas and stocking fillers. At this price you're looking at mini Labubu keychain charms — pocket-sized plush or vinyl figures, often with a pompom, that clip easily onto a bag, backpack or keys. They're light, cute, and universally well-received.

The bonus: they're a low-commitment way to find out whether someone is going to fall down the Labubu rabbit hole. Plenty of buyers come back a month later for the £40 version once their friend has shown the keychain off to literally everyone.

Good picks: mini pompom keychains, single Labubu-style plush charms, small bag pendants.

£20 to £40 — the classic gift

This is the most popular gift price range — and where Labubu genuinely shines. For £17–£40 you can buy a genuine Pop Mart blind-box pendant from one of the famous series. Standard Big into Energy or Have a Seat blind boxes are around £17.50, with sealed full sets and special editions sitting higher.

This is the "proper Labubu" gift — the recipient gets the surprise of a sealed blind box, the thrill of opening it, and a 1-in-72 chance of pulling a rare secret. It's the gift that turns "I like Labubu" into "I collect Labubu."

Good picks: Tasty/Exciting Macaron (V1), Have a Seat (V2), Big into Energy (V3), or Pin for Love (V4) blind boxes. Add a Pop Card and an outfit for around £25 to make it feel like a proper present rather than a single boxed item.

£40 to £100 — the statement gift

Now you're in territory where the gift is genuinely special. Options here:

• A larger plush Labubu (around 38cm) — a proper shelf piece, not a charm. Real presence on a desk or display cabinet.
• A sealed case of blind boxes for collectors who want the best odds at a secret (6 boxes, much better chance of the chase figure).
• A figure-plus-outfit bundle — a Pop Mart blind-box pendant with a Labubu Halloween, angel-wings or seasonal outfit, presented together. Easily the most thoughtful £50 gift you can give a Labubu fan.
• A limited Halloween or Christmas series figure (Monster Carnival, Why So Serious) if it's holiday-timed.

This price band is where you go from "nice thought" to "they'll remember this present."

£100 and over — the serious collector gift

If the recipient is already deep into Labubu, the wow-factor lives here. Options:

• Popland Exclusive dolls like Mokoko "Close to Sweet," "Fall into Spring," or the Hide and Seek Singapore Labubu — large vinyl-plush figures, around 38cm, often in genuinely limited release.
• Large display dolls at 58cm and up — pieces like the Angel in Clouds doll or I Found You Zimomo, designed as collection centrepieces.
• Designer collaborations — Labubu × Pronounce "Wings of Fortune," Labubu × Coca-Cola, and other limited collabs that combine real collectibility with statement design.

A practical tip at this tier: check what they already own before buying. Duplicates are the one Labubu gift that misses — collectors usually want pieces they don't yet have.

Labubu gifts by recipient

For kids

Affordable, durable, and replaceable is the rule. A Labubu-style plush keychain at £10–£15 is far more sensible than a £30 collectible for a child who'll probably lose it twice and find it once. Mini plush charms also clip happily onto school bags, lunchboxes and pencil cases — built-in showing-off potential.

Avoid the rare collector pieces for younger children — high-value figures aren't designed as toys, and the safety markings on counterfeits are a genuine concern (Trading Standards has seized fakes containing harmful materials). If you're buying for under-15s especially, stick to clearly labelled, fully UK-compliant items.

For a partner / boyfriend / girlfriend

This depends on how into Labubu they already are.

• Newly obsessed? A blind-box pendant in their favourite colour family, paired with a cute outfit or display case, is a thoughtful £40–£60 present that shows you've actually paid attention.
• Long-time collector? Go for a series figure they've mentioned wanting, or a limited Popland Exclusive that's harder to find. Specificity beats expense — the right £80 figure beats a generic £200 one.
• Curious-but-not-committed? A mini charm under £20 is the low-stakes test gift; if they love it, you've got your hint for next time.

For a serious collector

Three things land well: sealed blind boxes (the unboxing experience is half the fun, and you're betting on a secret with them), rare/limited series figures they don't own, or accessories and display upgrades — a rotating display case, a Pop Mart Pop Card frame, or a coordinated outfit set for figures they already have.

The one rule: ask their close friends (discreetly) what they don't yet own. Collectors keep mental lists. Use those.

For a friend who keeps reposting Labubu content

A bag-charm plush around 10–14cm — the Lisa/Rihanna size that clips onto a handbag. Pink is the unofficial fan favourite and rarely misses. Budget around £20–£35 depending on whether you want genuine Pop Mart or a stylish Labubu-style alternative.

Labubu gifts by occasion

Birthday. A blind-box pendant from a series they don't already own, optionally with an outfit set. Add a card and you're sorted for around £25–£45.

Christmas / stocking filler. Mini keychain charms are the natural fit — small, festive, and stack neatly with other stocking gifts. For a main present, a seasonal series figure (Halloween, Christmas-themed plush) or a larger display piece works brilliantly.

Valentine's Day. The Pin for Love (V4) letter pendants are a genuinely lovely fit — gift the initial of your partner's name, or build a small set spelling something meaningful. A pink charm or heart-themed plush also works well.

Mother's / Father's Day. Don't dismiss this one — Labubu's cross-generational appeal is real, and David Beckham was famously gifted one by his daughter Harper. A keychain or bag charm in their style is a fun, "I know you'll roll your eyes but you'll actually like it" gift.

Just because. Mini keychains exist for a reason — small, thoughtful, no occasion required.

Should you give a "Labubu-style" gift?

A practical question, and worth being honest about. Genuine Pop Mart Labubu are authentic collectibles — the right gift for serious fans, anyone building a real collection, and people who'll appreciate the authentication, the Pop Card and the resale value.

Labubu-style items — the affordable plush, keychains and accessories inspired by the look — are perfect for: kids who'll handle them daily, casual fans who just want the cute factor, gift-buyers on a budget, and anyone whose Labubu is going to live on a school bag rather than a display shelf. They're not authentic collectibles, and a good shop will always tell you that — but for the right recipient they hit the spot exactly.

We carry both at Labubu UK, clearly labelled either way, so whichever fits your gift idea best, you can buy it confidently. (For more on the difference, see our guide to how to spot a fake Labubu and our where to buy authentic Labubu in the UK post.)

How to present a Labubu as a gift

The little details that lift it from "boxed toy" to "proper present":

• Keep the Pop Mart packaging intact if it's genuine. Collectors prize the original box, Pop Card and inserts — never strip it for "neater" presentation.
• Add an outfit, hat or accessory as a second piece — instant gift-set feel for a few extra pounds.
• A small Labubu-themed card or note that references their favourite character. (Yes, this is a tiny detail. Yes, it matters.)
• Don't tell them which one is inside if it's a blind box — the unboxing IS the gift.

Buying your Labubu gift safely

A few quick reminders:

• Buy from a transparent seller who clearly states whether each item is genuine Pop Mart or a Labubu-style alternative.
• Allow time for delivery, especially around Christmas — popular pieces sell out fast.
• Check the sizing if you're buying accessories or outfits — most are made for 17cm Labubu (see our sizes guide).
• Authenticate if you're buying off marketplaces — nine teeth, working QR code, sharp foot stamp.

At Labubu UK, we stock the full range — genuine Pop Mart blind boxes, larger Popland Exclusive plush, Labubu-style charms, accessories, outfits and display cases — all clearly labelled, with free, fast UK delivery to get your gift there on time.

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Frequently asked questions

How much should I spend on a Labubu gift? For most occasions, £15–£40 is the sweet spot — enough for a proper genuine Pop Mart pendant or a thoughtful Labubu-style charm. Statement gifts sit in the £40–£100 range; serious collector pieces start at £100 and climb.

What's the best Labubu for a first-time fan? A mini keychain charm or a single blind-box pendant from a popular series (Macaron, Have a Seat or Big into Energy) — affordable, instantly recognisable, and the easiest way into the world.

Are Labubu safe for young children? Genuine Pop Mart figures are designed as collectibles, generally recommended for ages 15+, and some have small parts. For young children, age-appropriate Labubu-style plush is a better fit — and always check for UKCA/CE safety marks regardless.

Can I gift a Labubu blind box if I don't know what's inside? Absolutely — that's the whole point. The unboxing is part of the gift, and any genuine collector loves the surprise. Just stick to series the recipient hasn't already finished.

What's the most popular Labubu colour for gifts? Pink is the runaway favourite — it photographs beautifully on a bag and has been the colour of choice for several celebrity Labubu moments (Rihanna's Lychee Berry, for example).