Labubu Doll Madness: Original or Fake?
People, teens, and kids all over Serbia and beyond have gone crazy for the globally popular Labubu doll! But as always, where there’s popularity, there are also knockoffs flooding the market. Serbia doesn’t have an official Pop Mart store, so fans get their original dolls from resellers on Instagram and gift shops. The basic original Labubu doll costs about 8,000 dinars, while rare models can sell for 20,000 to 30,000 dinars.
Fakes Everywhere!
Unfortunately, the market is flooded with fake versions called Lafufu. These dolls mostly come from Asian countries and cost between $13 and $16, while blind boxes with unknown figures go for 15 to 25 euros. Rare original variants can reach sky-high prices, but fakes are cheaper and more accessible, confusing buyers.
How to Spot the Real Deal?
Social media is buzzing with tips on how to tell a real Labubu from a Lafufu copy. The real Labubu has exactly nine teeth, while Lafufu has eight or ten. Fake dolls have smeared, blurry, or oddly placed eyes, while originals have precise details. The seams on fakes are crooked, and the original has a Pop Mart logo engraved on the feet. Both have QR codes, but only the original’s code scans to a website where you can verify authenticity.
Why Does This Matter?
Imagine paying 20,000 dinars for a doll and getting a fake worth a tenth of that! It’s not just a waste of money but a huge disappointment for kids and parents. Plus, buying fakes supports illegal trade and poor quality that could even be unsafe.
The Market is a Mess!
Due to huge demand, resellers on Instagram and gift shops often don’t even know what they’re selling. There’s no official control, so fakes spread like wildfire. People are confused, and many don’t even know there are ways to check if their doll is real.
The Bottom Line?
If you’re a Labubu fan or planning to buy one, be careful! Learn how to spot the original, check the QR code, and don’t get scammed. Don’t let fakes fool you and waste your money on something worthless.
So, have you already run into a fake Labubu? Or maybe you’re the one selling them? Drop a comment and let’s see who’s who in this doll madness!
