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9 Bubble Tea-Themed Items On Taobao Under $5 To Take Your BBT Obsession To The Next Level

Bubble tea items on Taobao


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For many of us, bubble tea is a whole lifestyle. The craze is going strong and shows no signs of stopping anytime soon. If ordering 1 too many cups of bubble tea each week has become second nature to you, fuel the habit with your gang by repping trendy BBT-themed items.

From a cute AirPods charging case to pastel enamel pins, here are 9 affordable BBT-themed items from $0.76 that you can get on Taobao:

Check out our guide on how to shop on Taobao here.

Note: Prices are correct at the time of writing and may be subject to change over time depending on exchange rates.


1. Phone case ($2.29)


bubble tea phone case cover
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Besides bubble tea, squishy phone cases are all the rage these days. Mesh these 2 trends together and voila! you got a milk tea phone case ($2.29). With “pearls” swimming inside the bubble tea decal, this phone case for iPhone 6 to XS Max is fun to play with whenever you’re bored.

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2. Coloured pens ($0.76)


bubble tea pen
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Coming in different colours based on individual flavours like taro and strawberry, these dainty coloured pens ($0.76 each) will make you think twice about buying pricey plain stationery. There’s a miniature plastic model of bubble tea attached by a silver chain on each pen.

bubble tea pen
Cheers to friends that share the love for BBT
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If you can’t bear to pick just one, buy the entire set of 6 at $4.44 to complete your collection or share with your BBT-crazy friends.

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3. Plushies (from $3.68)


bubble tea plushie
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If bubble tea is on your mind 24/7 and even appears in your dreams, this cuddly plushie ($3.68) will make the perfect addition to your bed or office chair. It’s 45CM long and features pearls that come in the form of adorable little pigs or hamsters.

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bubble tea plushie
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Alternatively, check out these plushies with designs corresponding to 4 flavours like strawberry and chocolate at $4.03 each. Each design comes with a squirrel swimming in the beverage with the usual order requests like less ice, half sugar and additional ingredients on the label.

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4. Keychain with holographic strap ($1.70)


bubble tea keychain
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Take a cup of BBT wherever you go with a keychain ($1.70) that comes with moveable little pearls. Choose from 3 colours of baby pink, beige and lime green – they each come with a striking holographic strap and a gold keychain to hook onto your bag.

bubble tea keychain
Pretty holographic strap
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5. AirPods charging case ($3.86)


bubble tea airpods case
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Charge your earpiece with a quick buzz from this AirPods charging case ($3.86). This portable charger is shaped like a bubble tea cup with 3D rubber pearls, and comes with a handy hook for you to attach it to your bag with ease.

bubble tea airpods case
It can stand on its own just like a BBT cup
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6. Enamel pins ($1.32)


bubble tea enamel pin
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Jazz up a simple cap, tote bag or t-shirt with cute enamel pins ($1.32 each) that come in 3 designs featuring a bear, pair of cats, and a cup with bunny-shaped pearls within. They’re also washed in chio pastel colours. 

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7. Lanyard ($2.67)


bubble tea lanyard
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The next time you go for your BBT run during lunchtime, go free-handed with your cardholder and phone conveniently hooked to this 45CM lanyard ($2.67). This strap features a hamster swimming towards a cluster of pearls, just like on the mini accessory attached. 

For pouches, go for the shorter 18CM option at $2.41.

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8. Earrings (from $1.07)


bubble tea earrings
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Fashionistas can express their love for the milky drink through a pair of delicate milk tea earrings ($4.65). Pick a pair with white pearl beads for a dainty embellishment, or opt for the black one that looks almost like the real deal.

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bubble tea earrings
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Taobao

For a quirky touch, check out these colourful bubble tea mason jar earrings ($1.07). You’ll be able to match them to your #OOTD with 5 colours of beige, brown, blue, purple and white.

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9. Sticky note pad ($1.70)


bubble tea sticky note pad
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Pen down your daily to-do list on a sticky note pad ($1.70) in designs like a chemical beaker and overflowing bubble tea cup. After completing your tasks for the week, treat yourself to a cup of well-deserved bubble tea.

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Taobao bubble tea accessories


As the Christmas season is quickly approaching, skip the annual headache of gift shopping IRL and simply grab these adorable bubble tea-themed items on Taobao as stocking stuffers for your friends. Bonus: They’re all under $5! 

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