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Kevin Duong

Toy Collector

Kevin Duong is a toy collector based in Orange County, CA. Kevin rediscovered his love for collectibles in 2020 and began creating content about his collection and blind boxes, finding a supportive community along the way. He specializes in collecting Pop Mart collectibles, Labubus, and Skullpandas. Known as @purplekevin online, he has over 62k followers across social media, with over 3.3M likes on TikTok and over 10M views on YouTube. Kevin has a Bachelor of Arts degree.

Education

  • Bachelor of Arts in Communication

Professional Achievements

  • Known for covering collectible toys, anime conventions, and pop culture trends
  • Featured in an article by ABC News for his insights on blind box collectibles and the growing popularity of trendy toys
  • Focuses on documenting trends in the collectible and convention community through YouTube and social media
  • Attended and created content at major pop culture and anime conventions, sharing shopping guides, commentary, and consumer perspectives
  • Content has reached a wide audience across platforms, where he provides honest reviews and discussions about the evolving collectible market

Favorite Piece of Advice

He often reminds his peers and audience that hobbies should bring joy, not pressure. As long as someone loves the toy and its design, there is nothing wrong with collecting in a way that fits their lifestyle and personal happiness.

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Forum Comments (7)

How to safely clean a labubu?
Get a clean, wet cloth and wipe or brush extremely gently. Don't use soap, harsh products, or the washing machine!
How many teeth do real Labubu have?
Exactly right. They always have 9 teeth.
Is Labubu a girl or boy?
Mokoko, another Labubu character, is Labubu's sister, and also a girl!
Why are Labubu dolls so popular?
Labubu was around for a while before it got popular. Then, celebrities started wearing them. Lisa from Blackpink really kicked off the craze. Quickly, people saw that you could wear your Labubus on your purse, your backpack, or your belt loop, and realized they weren't just toys. Instead, they were fashion statements.

Scarcity has also played a role. People rushed to get Labubu, and supplies quickly became short. People then felt like a part of the in-group if they had a Labubu when others struggled to acquire them. There were long lines for new releases, which made these releases quite exclusive. People liked showing them off.

The blind box is the other big factor. You never know which Labubu you are getting. This introduces a "gambling" element, which gets people excited about buying new ones.
Where to buy Labubu clothes
Some Labubus come with clothes already, but Labubu clothes are more of a fan-initiated trend. The fandom really wanted Labubus to be accessorized, and so people made their own clothes for them. These people now sell them on Etsy, Amazon, Temu, and Shein. I've also had luck buying clothes in person at conventions!
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