‘6-7,’ Dubai chocolate and Labubu: Trends of 2025 that people are ready to drop
As the year 2025 comes to a close, a number of viral crazes, ranging from fun slang terms to expensive chocolates and novelty items, have been comically reminded that their time is up, as people look toward a clean start in the year 2026
Viral obsessions that shaped – and exhausted – the year
As the end of the year approaches in 2025, many observers of pop culture are looking back on the trends that were at the forefront of talk and screens throughout the year. Among the genres of the year that made the rounds on every platform, including TikTok, was the trending catchphrase of ‘6-7’ that spread quickly all over the Internet, leaving some people confused despite being on every user’s lips.
Secondly, the other craze that stood out was the “Dubai chocolate,” which was a luxury confectionery. This trend managed to take the world by storm. It was comprised of high-quality elements such as pistachio fills. The chocolates symbolized extravagance. Social media platforms were responsible for the huge demand, and this testaments to the fact that the item turned out to be a global craze.
Labubu, the designer toy figurine, also had an astronomical popularity burst in this year. The item was restricted to specialty collector groups in its early days, and now it boasts mainstream fashion and lifestyle crowds. From handbags to home decor and pictures, Labubu has become an eyesore of 2025; however, many people believe that this trend is already overdone.
Additionally, outside of personal trends, 2025 showed how quickly online sub-culture can adopt and then become tired of new trends. As individuals look ahead to next year, a new movement is emerging to shift their focus from the latest trends to creativity and originality as they look to 2026.
