I see the search terms. I get the DMs on Instagram almost every single day. "Where can I buy the labubu with tail?" "Is the Macaron series the one with the tail?" "Why doesn't my Labubu have a tail?!"
Let's just get this out of the way right now.
The vast majority of LABUBU figures, the ones you see in blind boxes from series like The Monsters Exciting Macaron, Let's Christmas, or the new Fall in Wild series, do not have a tail.
I know, I know. You've seen the pictures. The adorable, fluffy monster with a long, expressive tail curled up in a cute pose. It exists. It's real. But it's not what you think it is.
The confusion stems from a fundamental misunderstanding of what Labubu is. Kasing Lung, the artist behind the magic, designed Labubu as a mischievous little monster with big ears, sharp teeth, and yes, a long, thin tail. However, the entire concept of the blind box series is that Labubu is a master of disguise. Each figure is Labubu wearing a costume. He's dressed as a soybean, a cupcake, a piece of sushi, a spooky ghost. The costumes cover up his "natural" form, including his tail.
So when you open a blind box, you're not getting the base Labubu character. You're getting a snapshot of one of his adventures in a new outfit. Think of it like buying a Barbie doll; you don't get upset that the Astronaut Barbie isn't also wearing her ballgown. They are different products for different concepts.
But what about the one you have seen? The one that's all over TikTok and Instagram? That, my friends, is a very specific and now very sought-after product.
The One You're Actually Looking For: The "I Found You" Vinyl Face Doll
The figure that has sparked this whole "labubu with tail" frenzy is officially called The Monsters - I Found You Vinyl Face Doll. It's not a blind box. It's a standalone, open-box doll that was released by Pop Mart as part of a larger collection.
And it is, in a word, fantastic.
I have one in my personal collection, and it's completely different from the small vinyl figures. This isn't a hard plastic toy. It's a plush doll, about 20cm tall, with a soft, fuzzy body and a beautifully sculpted vinyl face. The face has that classic mischievous Labubu grin, but the vinyl gives it a premium, expressive quality that the smaller figures can't quite capture.
But the main event, the reason for all the searches, is the tail. It's long, covered in the same soft plush material as the body, and most importantly, it's wired. This means you can pose it. You can curl it up, have it stick straight out, or wrap it around another figure. It adds a level of personality and dynamism that is just so much fun to photograph and display. The hands also have magnets in them, so he can hold hands with another doll or clasp them in front of him.
It's basically the closest thing we have to a "real" Labubu, stripped of its many costumes. This is the character in its pure form, and that's why people have latched onto it so fiercely. It feels more authentic, more like the core of the character Kasing Lung first drew. If you want to understand the artist's original vision, this doll is a great starting point, even more so than just looking at the blind boxes. It helps explain the real meaning behind Labubu and his mischievous, monster-like nature.
The problem? Hype.
This doll retailed for around $40 USD. As of me writing this, I'm seeing it sell for $120-$180 on secondary market platforms and in collector groups. The demand completely outstripped the supply, and Pop Mart hasn't done a major restock in a while. It has become one of those grail items for new collectors. And with that kind of demand comes the dark side of collecting: fakes. The fakes are getting better, but they often have cheaper-feeling fur, sloppy stitching, or a tail wire that's too flimsy. If you're buying one on the secondary market, you absolutely need to know what to look for. It's a minefield out there, so be sure you know how to spot a fake Labubu before you spend that kind of money.
What About a "Labubu with Tail and Wings"?
This is the second most common question I get, and it's directly related to the first. The "labubu with tail and wings" that people are searching for is, 99% of the time, the very same "I Found You" Vinyl Face Doll.
Labubu doesn't typically have wings. His monster friend, Zimomo, is the one known for having large, bat-like wings. But the collector community is creative. People buy or make custom accessories for their dolls. The most popular additions for the "I Found You" doll are little fairy or bat wings.
You'll see them all over Etsy and Instagram, tiny, custom-made wings that people strap onto their plush Labubu. So, when you see a photo of a Labubu with a tail and wings, you're not looking at an official, all-in-one product. You're looking at a collector's customized doll. It's a testament to how much people love this specific version of Labubu; they're treating it like a dress-up doll and creating a whole ecosystem of accessories for it.
It's part of the same creative impulse that has people drawing Labubu all over everything, from coffee cups to digital art. The character is a canvas.
Are There ANY Other Tailed Labubus?
Yes, but they are even rarer and more specific. The "I Found You" doll is the main one, but for the hardcore collectors, there are a couple of others to know about.
The most notable is The Monsters Labubu Long Tail Boat Figurine. This was a Thailand Exclusive release. It's a vinyl figure, not a plush, and it features Labubu riding in a traditional Thai long-tail boat. As part of the theme, this specific Labubu figure has a very long, sculpted tail that drapes over the back of the boat.
This piece is pure art. It's a regional exclusive, which automatically makes it incredibly difficult to get. It was released in 2023 and sold out almost instantly. The aftermarket price on this one is just… astronomical. We're talking several hundred dollars, if you can even find one for sale. It's a beautiful, highly specific figure, but it's not the cuddly, posable-tailed friend that most people are searching for.
Beyond that, you might occasionally see a tail on a one-off artist custom or a super-limited collaboration piece, but for 99.9% of collectors, it's not something you'll ever come across when you browse LABUBU figures online or in-store.
Real Talk: Is the "I Found You" Doll Worth the Hype?
Okay, let's be honest. As a seller and a collector, I have complicated feelings about the "I Found You" doll's current status.
On one hand, it's a genuinely wonderful piece. The quality is excellent, the combination of plush and vinyl is perfect, and the posable tail is endlessly charming. It has a presence on the shelf that the smaller blind box figures just can't match. It feels substantial. If you're a die-hard Labubu fan, it feels like the definitive version of the character.
On the other hand, paying $150 for a doll that retailed for $40 is a tough pill to swallow. That's "new collector hype" pricing. People see it on TikTok, fall in love, and are willing to pay almost anything to get it right now. For that same price, you could buy an entire case of a new blind box series (12 figures!) and have the thrill of the hunt for the secret.
My verdict? If you can find it for under $80, I think it's a great buy. It's a unique and high-quality piece that stands out in any collection. But once you start creeping into the triple digits, you have to ask yourself how badly you need it. The hype will eventually die down, and Pop Mart might do another release wave. They've done it before with other popular items. Or, they might release a similar but slightly different version in the future.
Don't let FOMO (Fear Of Missing Out) drain your wallet. There are so many amazing Labubu figures out there. Don't fixate on just this one because it's trending. Explore the different series, find a design that speaks to you personally. Maybe you'll find you prefer the tiny, costumed versions after all. Or maybe you'll decide to go big and look into a Mega Labubu, which has a totally different kind of shelf presence.
So, does Labubu have a tail? The answer is a fun and slightly complicated "sometimes." It's a detail reserved for special versions of the character, a little reward for those who dig deeper into the world Kasing Lung has created. And now, you're one of them.
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