From Dinar to Dolls - Labubu Hijacks Eidiyah in Kuwait

Eid in Kuwait used to mean two sacred things for kids: crisp bills and a buffet of candy that could stun a dentist. But this year? Forget the coins and caramels—Labubu is the new king of Eidiyah. The mischievous, wide-eyed creature has booted tradition out of the majlis and stomped its furry feet straight into everyone's wallets. 

The Evolution of Eidiyah: Sweet, Simple, Satisfying 

Once upon a not-so-long time ago, Eidiyah in Kuwait was refreshingly predictable. Grandma handed you a KD note folded in a tissue. Your cool uncle gave you chocolate shaped like money (some of it expired, but it's the thought that counts). It was a sacred exchange—a transaction of love, glucose, and mildly crumpled currency. 

Kids would compare notes—literally—boasting about who raked in the most and what they’d spend it on. But this year, instead of bragging about bills, they're flexing... collectible figurines? 

Labubu Fever: A Plush Pandemic 

If you don’t know Labubu, don’t worry. You’ve probably seen one staring into your soul from someone’s dashboard. A toothy grin. Wild hair. Eyes full of either joy or menace (it’s hard to tell). This oddball from the Ziqi x Pop Mart universe has become Kuwait’s unofficial Eid mascot in 2025. 

Parents are queuing for hours. Shops are selling out. Resellers are charging enough to fund a small moon mission. Why give cash when you can give chaos in vinyl form? 

Kids Don’t Want KD—They Want Chaos 

Let’s be honest, giving kids money used to be practical. But try handing over a KD 10 note this year and prepare for a dramatic gasp followed by, “But mama, where’s my Labubu?” Kuwait’s children have entered a new consumer phase—no more saving, just collecting. 

Even toddlers are in on it. One 3-year-old was overheard demanding, “I want Pirate Labubu, not boring money!” That’s not a phase; that’s a takeover. 

Parents Are Broke, But Cool Now 

Here’s the thing—Labubu isn’t cheap. Especially not the rare ones. And the collector's market is more intense than a Black Friday sale at the Avenues Mall. But despite the cost, parents are caving in. Why? Because nothing says "I love you" in 2025 Kuwait like a limited-edition Desert Camel Labubu. 

Parents may be broke, but at least they’re temporarily heroes. Financial ruin, but with style. 

Traditionalists Are Confused but Amused 

Of course, not everyone is on board. “What is Labubu?” asks your uncle as he squints at the box. “Is it edible?” Grandparents are watching this with the same expression they reserved for TikTok—mild concern, mild envy, total confusion. 

Yet even they can’t resist the cuteness. Rumor has it one grandmother knit a thobe for her grandson’s Labubu. Cultural fusion at its peak. 

In conclusion, this year, Eidiyah in Kuwait isn’t about cash or candy—it’s about chaos, collectibles, and a bug-eyed little gremlin called Labubu. Whether it’s a fad or the new norm, one thing’s clear: Eid has never been this weird or this wonderful. If you didn’t get a Labubu, don’t worry—you probably just saved 30 KD and a headache.