When it comes to mixing sports and style, Naomi Osaka never fails to surprise.
The tennis star added a playful and sparkling twist to her Tuesday night match at the US Open, bringing along a bedazzled Labubu charm that instantly stole the spotlight.
A Sparkling Look From Head to Toe
Osaka arrived on the court in full glam mode, wearing a red Nike jacket and matching skirt, both adorned with dazzling accents.
Her ponytail wasn’t left out of the fun, decorated with metal red roses that shimmered under the stadium lights.
But the true showstopper was the red bedazzled Labubu charm hanging from her navy blue duffel bag. She even gave it a name: “Billie Jean Bling.”
From Toy to Luxe Accessory
The charm was designed by luxury accessory line A-Morir and custom-made for Osaka.
Covered in bright red diamonds, it even featured a mini navy blue bedazzled tennis racket, mirroring Osaka’s own.
While Labubus are originally $30 collectible toys by Hong Kong-based company Pop Mart, this high-end version brought them into superstar territory.
For those unfamiliar, Labubus are plush, furry little dolls described as “elvish creatures,” complete with pointy ears and big teeth.
Pop Mart calls Osaka’s luxury versions “Lablingbling,” and she shared a hilarious TikTok video showing it off, much to fans’ delight.
Fans Go Wild Online
Osaka’s charm quickly became a social media sensation.
“This is going into the top 10 most iconic US Open moments tbh,” one TikTok user commented.
Others echoed the excitement, saying, “Billie Jean Bling x Naomi is the duo we didn’t know we needed,” and “Absolutely love it.
Saw that on your bag. You’re killing it.”
A Chilling Twist From Conspiracy Theorists
Not everyone was enchanted by the toy. Some conspiracy theorists claimed Labubus are inspired by Pazuzu, the malevolent Mesopotamian demon featured in The Exorcist.
Online sleuths pointed to the dolls’ wide grins and pointed teeth, drawing eerie comparisons to ancient depictions of Pazuzu.
Some TikTok users even referenced biblical warnings, quoting 2 Corinthians 11:14: “Satan disguises himself as an angel of light.”
The Story Behind Labubu
Despite the spooky claims, Labubu is part of Pop Mart’s larger collection called The Monsters, created by Belgium-based designer Kasing Lung.
Originally launched as an illustrated story in 2015, the series eventually became a line of collectible toys inspired by Nordic storybook characters.
Naomi Osaka’s playful, bedazzled Labubu may have sparked debate online, but there’s no denying it added a whimsical and sparkling moment to the US Open, blending fashion, fun, and fandom in one unforgettable accessory.
