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The Independent
a day ago
- Entertainment
- The Independent
Labubus are taking over the internet – and they've just been restocked here
Fuzzy, mischievous-looking, fang-toothed characters dangling from luxury bags, Labubus are the bizarre fashion trend that has the internet divided. Despite being sold out for weeks, the dolls are now being restocked thanks to TikTok Shop's summer sale. Mainly sold by the Chinese toy company Pop Mart, the designer toy-turned-fashion collectables are incredibly popular. A queue outside the Birmingham Pop Mart store was so long that it made headlines, and rare Labubus are selling for more than £1,000 each. A few weeks ago, a child-sized Labubu sold for more than $150,000. You can now even rent Labubus for upwards of £4 a day on platforms like By Rotation (alongside luxury accessories from the likes of Chanel and Hermès). Despite recent fandom, the Labubu character isn't new. It was designed in 2015 by Hong Kong-born illustrator Kasing Lung, as part of his collection of characters, The Monsters, inspired by Dutch and Nordic folklore. Leaning into maximalism, Labubus bring a pop of personality and fun to any outfit, so it's easy to see the appeal. Their popularity can be traced back to Lisa from the K-pop band BlackPink. Having shared Labubus on her Instagram stories, the singer confirmed her love of Pop Mart during a blind unboxing for Vanity Fair, and even referred to Labubu as her 'baby' when interviewed for Teen Vogue. Since then, Rihanna has been seen adorning her Louis Vuitton bag with a lychee berry Labubu, and Dua Lipa has also jumped on the trend. Emma Roberts also took to Instagram to open a whole blind box. Now, the charms can often be seen dangling from Birkins and Miu Miu bags, lending them a fun and colourful twist, though, of course, you don't need a designer bag to enjoy the trend. Labubu dolls are often sold in 'blind boxes'. These contain a toy chosen at random from the series, so you won't know which one you've bought until you open the box. As well as regular designs, there are also so-called 'secret edition' Labubus, which are especially rare and sought-after by collectors. The latest is the Big Into Energy series (£17.50, which dropped this spring. To give you an idea of scale, the toys are around 6in in size (about the same size as an iPhone 16). With a surge of interest in bag charms – such as Coach hanging cuddly toys from its bags at its New York Fashion Week show – the hashtag Labubu has appeared more than one million times on the toys sold out fast. But now, TikTok have announced a restock as part of its huge sale on TikTok shop - here's everything you need to know. Where to buy Labubus in the UK Labubu figures are available on the Pop Mart platform, in Pop Mart shops or via the retailer's TikTok shop. It's been near-impossible to get your hands on a doll online, but now TikTok has announced a summer sale with a restock of the viral Labubus. New drops of the bag charms are set to be available today (27 June) between 2pm and 7pm, but other dolls from the range are currently available on the PopMart shopfront. You might find you have more luck buying the toys at other retailers, such as StockX, Depop, eBay and the Pop Mart store on Amazon. However, you need to be wary when shopping elsewhere, as counterfeit versions (jokingly referred to as 'Lafufus') are common on third-party sites. It pays to research the differences between the fakes and the real thing. For instance, collectors suggest looking for signs such as the brightness of the packaging, whether the dolls have a Pop Mart stamp on their foot, the number of teeth the dolls should have (nine), and the presence of a QR code on the back of the packaging, which should take you to the official Pop Mart website. There are also several Pop Mart shops in the UK, so if you'd rather buy a Labubu in person, you can head to the locations in Manchester, Birmingham, London, and Cambridge. Labubus are also available from Pop Mart's vending machines, known as Robo Shops, which can be found in London and Reading. With the fashion rental market booming, it's perhaps no surprise that you can now rent Labubu dolls for £3 a day. The trend may not last, so renting a doll for a specific outfit might be more cost-effective than buying your own Labubu – you might not be as keen to hang a doll off your bag once summer is over. Leading rental platform By Rotation has a variety of dolls to rent, starting at £3 a day ( Hurr has been slower to jump on the trend; at the time of writing, the platform only has one doll to rent (from £22,
Grazia USA
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Grazia USA
Lorde Demonstrates How To Dress Up The Boxer Short Trend In NYC
NEW YORK, NY – JUNE 24: Lorde is seen on June 24, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by XNY/Star Max/GC Images) Boxer shorts: once the domain of pyjama drawers and lazy Sunday lounging, now the cool girl's hot weather staple. The latest A-lister to embrace the trend? None other than Lorde, who took to the streets of New York this week in a look that deftly reimagines off-duty city dressing with a pared-back ease. The singer donned a checked pair in a subtle earthy brown hue—thought to be from Deiji Studios—with a loose beige t-shirt and sharp black pointed pumps, piecing together an outfit that's as nonchalant as it is on-trend. Minimal accessories, including brown rectangular sunglasses and tousled hair, kept the mood relaxed. NEW YORK, NY – JUNE 24: Lorde is seen on June 24, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by XNY/Star Max/GC Images) Boxers may be having a moment, but the art lies in balancing their innate softness with contrasting pieces, as perfectly demonstrated by Lorde. By pairing the playful silhouette with heels and a clean-cut tee, the New Zealand native elevates the ensemble from sleepwear-adjacent to city-ready. It's a styling move we've seen from fellow It-girls—Hailey Bieber, Kendall Jenner and Emily Ratajkowski, among them—but Lorde's take feels especially streamlined, even grown-up. The beauty of the boxer shorts lies in their breathability—particularly appealing as the northern summer scorches on—and their styling potential. Whether worn with oversized shirting, sporty tanks, or even a sharply tailored blazer or coat, they're a piece with surprising potential for polish and layering. Particularly as we ready ourselves for Euro Summers or winter weekend sojourns, these versatile bottoms certainly fulfil the brief. Shop our edit of boxer shorts below. DEIJI STUDIOS Stripe Boxer Shorts, $105 SHOP NOW St Agni Boxer Shorts in 'Lapris', $179 SHOP NOW Venroy Striped Cotton Boxer Short, $140 SHOP NOW LMND 'Chiara' Shorts in 'Raspberry', $129 SHOP NOW topics: fashion trends, fashion, Fashion news, Lorde, celebrity, celebrity news, celebrity style, boxer shorts, shorts, Summer Trends, celebrity outfits, Trending
The Sun
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Fashion fans go wild for 90s classic which is back in George at Asda for just £10 & they come in a number of fun colours
IF you grew up in the 90s and were obsessed with jelly shoes, you may be delighted - or horrified - to see the trend is firmly back in action. From celebs such as Rihanna to catwalk models, everyone is back on the jelly hype - and even George at Asda has jumped on the trend. 7 If you dare to once again rock the playful jelly shoe, the supermarket is selling pairs for just £10. The slip-on, ballet-style flat comes with a lightly gripped sole and a diamond cut out design. You can also choose from five colours: white, charcoal, pink, green and orange. At just a tenner, it is a fraction of the price of a £85 designer version by Ancient Greek Sandals spotted on Net-a-Porter. This pricey alternative also comes in a range of colours and is 'made for the beach with their rubbery, washable PVC.' The George at Asda affordable lookalike has already caught the attention of fashion TikTokers. One creator shared her find in-store, saying Asda is 'pulling through again,' sparking over 20,000 likes. Abby, who posts under @abbybella3, shared: 'I need to share with you girls what I've just bought. I am so happy with them. 'You girls are all gonna be like, 'What the f*** has she bought now?'' She revealed she had the expensive Net-a-Porter pair on her wish list for ages, but they had been out of stock and she also questioned the price. I've been desperate for a pair of £85 mesh jelly shoes for summer - I found the EXACT dupe for a tenner 7 Abby was delighted to spot the George at Asda dupe. She added: 'I just randomly went to Asda and I picked up these for £10: a pair of jelly mesh jelly shoes. 'They look identical to the ones from Net-a-Porter. But they're not £85. They were £10. 'I'm so happy with them.' Abby acknowledged that they may not be everyone's cup of tea, but she didn't care. 7 7 She continued: 'I know you're all thinking, 'Yuck, they're hideous.' 'You wait until you see me style them, because you're all gonna change your mind. Promise you. 'But I love them, so I had to share because they were £10. 'I'm so happy with them. I cannot wait to style them.' People were quick to comment and say they wanted to snap up a pair. One wrote: 'I'm running to Asda for the orange ones if they've got them cos WOW!' Another added: 'Much prefer them over crocs'. How Asda has upped it's game By Fabulous' Fashion Director Tracey Lea Sayer Take a whizz round the aisles in Asda it is hard not to notice how good the George at Asda clothing range is at the minute. Add into the mix their recent collaboration with fashion designer Roksanda, celebrating 40 years of London Fashion Week, which is full of the designer's signature colour blocking dresses, oversized Borg fleeces and bold stripe co-ords, it is easy to see why the brand is on fire! All proceeds from the range go to The British Fashion Council to help promote young designers, so a win win! There also seems to be a return to quality in the clothing range. 'Style Stories' with fashion influencer Erica Davies is a capsule collection of Autumn must-haves which delivered not only on style, but on great pocket friendly prices starting from £7. Gorgeous quilted jackets, slogan sweats and a chocolate faux sheepskin flying jacket are among my faves. Plus, George at Asda has just been crowned with the Best Kidswear in our Fabulous Fashion awards voted for by the Fabulous readers. Click to buy enables you to shop the whole range online or you can just have a browse while you do the weekly shop. You are welcome!
Daily Mail
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
House Of CB has relaunched its iconic bandage dress and it's taking over social media right now - here's where you can get yours
As the old saying goes, everything old can be made new again - and the latest fashion trend to enter its comeback era is the iconic bandage dress (we apologise if the word sends a shudder down your spine). Those who went clubbing during the noughties will be all too familiar with the figure-hugging design, which was usually paired with sky-high heels, a statement necklace and hair backcombed to the high heavens. House Of CB The Supermodel Chocolat Halter Midi Bandage Dress Bandage is back in a big way - but gone are the days of struggling to get into a rigid and uncomfortable material. House Of CB's The Supermodel is your new must-have for occasions when you need to bring the wow factor, crafted from a luxurious stretch fabric with a special tension quality that cinches to every curve. With a sweetheart neckline and halter neck straps, it's both universally flattering and unexpectedly comfortable (and sure to earn you lots of compliments). £169 Back then, the trend was loved by the it-girls of the moment: think Mischa Barton, Kim Kardashian and Paris Hilton. And if you still have yours lurking in your wardrobe somewhere, or you threw it out, get ready to dust yours off or invest in a new one, as we're here to tell you: bandage dresses are officially back. With a roster of celebrity fans including Alix Earle, Eva Longoria and Millie Bobby Brown, House Of CB was incredibly popular throughout the 2010's, and rebranded from its former name Celeb Boutique in 2014. Though the design pre-existed the brand, House Of CB has been widely credited with popularising the design and making it a key trend throughout the 2010's. Throughout the evolution of the brand, its collection has gone from bodycon dresses and party wear to high-quality designs that are recognised and loved worldwide, including a stunning selection of bridal wear designs. When Hailey Bieber was spotted in a bandage-style dress at the Fashion Trust U.S Award's earlier this year, it was only a matter of time since the iconic silhouette became a wardrobe must-have once again (searches for the style have surged 300 per cent in just one week) - and to celebrate, House Of CB has relaunched the ever-popular design. The limited-edition collection features 15 bandage dress styles — from mini to midi-length designs — in an array of different colours. And since House Of CB announced the comeback of the bandage dress on social media, fans have been going crazy. 'I have not been this excited for a comeback ever,' wrote on TikTok user in House Of CB's now-viral video announcing the the return of the bandage dress. 'I am so excited for the youth,' said another. 'Every 21 year old deserves to have a reckless night out in a bandage dress,'. 'Ok I'm officially feeling old if this is fashionable again - I'm here for it, though!', said another user. A must-have, easy-to-style addition to your occasion wear wardrobe, House Of CB's limited-edition bandage dress collection features dresses crafted from ultra-luxe stretch fabric and cinching tension technology - gone are the days of that rigid, uncomfortable material that you had to fight to get into. While we won't be wearing ours with a statement necklace this time around, we'll be pairing The OG with dressy sandals for our summer holiday looks, and The Supermodel with a classic black pair of pumps for an elegant take on the trend once reserved for party girls. How will you be wearing yours? You can shop the bandage dress collection now at - though be quick, as this limited-edition collection won't be around for long.
New York Times
19-06-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Times
Extremely Small and Incredibly Tight: The Bandage Dress Makes a Comeback
It was, well, bound to happen. Some 15 years after its last renaissance, the bandage dress, that item of clothing invented in the mid-1980s that makes the wearer look as if she has been sucked into a tube, shrink-wrapped and excreted back into the world, is once again resurgent — just as it is every time the twin forces of body culture and economic gloom combine. And with it comes the debate about whether the dress is ultimately about objectification or self-empowerment. The trend returned in earnest last September, when Kaia Gerber wore a white bandage dress recreated by Hervé Léger to mimic the white Legér bandage dress worn by her mother, Cindy Crawford, to the Oscars in 1993 with Richard Gere. In January, the influencer Olivia Boblet posted a TikTok showing herself in a Hervé Léger bandage dresss, which now has 1.7 million views and more than 1,000 comments, most of them essentially reading 'finally!' Then, in April, Hailey Bieber wore a Saint Laurent bandage dress to the Fashion Trust U.S. awards, doubling down on the style in early June with a vintage Léger number. 'Criminally hot,' Kim Russell, a.k.a. the Kimbino, wrote when she reposted a picture of Ms. Bieber on Instagram in the vintage look. Ms. Bieber responded, 'Herve bandage dresses are back I fear.' Part of this re-emergence is down to the House of CB, a British brand that made its name by introducing the bandage dress to a new generation back in 2010, and reintroduced it as part of its birthday celebrations last month. Part of it has to do with Hervé Léger itself, the brand that popularized the look, which will celebrate its 40th anniversary in September and has gleefully embraced the bandage resurgence. Want all of The Times? Subscribe.
