The top February 2016 media ideas have a lot of fun infusing elements of pop culture into the real world. The best examples of this include Harry Potter-inspired dinners being hosted to give guests the full Hogwarts experience, or the Vogue February magazine that has Ben Stiller posing as his character from Zoolander 2.
As tributes to the late David Bowie, Veja created 12 different magazine covers inspired by the star. In a more dramatic gesture, a Belgian observatory dedicated an entire lightning bolt-shaped star cluster to the music legend.
Some of the most intriguing new media platforms to watch out for include YouTuber PewDiePie's Revelmode and the newly rebranded Freeform network, which was previously known as Disney's ABC Family.
Top 30 Media Trends in February
From Smartphone TV Programs to Crowdsourced Journalism Apps:
Laura McQuarrie — Feb 27, 2016 — Pop Culture
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Streetwear-Clad Cartoon Characters
Tommy Bates Clothes The Simpsons in High-Street Fashion
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Health-Promoting Disney Princesses
These Illustrations Promote Cervical Health Awareness Month
27
Painting-Inspired Editorials
Left March by Yakovlev Andrey Brings Modern Art to Life
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Comedic Movie Character Covers
The Vogue February 2016 Cover Features Actor Ben Stiller
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Sporty Cutout Fashion
The Latest Marie Claire Mexico Cover Stars Eiza Gonzalez
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Boldly Punk Photoshoots
Sara Sampaio Stars in the Latest Issue of Vogue Spain
23
Homage-Paying Magazine Covers
Brazilian Publication 'Veja' Printed 12 Different David Bowie Covers
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Immersive TV-Themed Bars
This Immersive Brewery Experience is Based on the TV Show Breaking Bad
21
Celebrity Constellation Tributes
The Late David Bowie Was Honored with His Very Own Stardust
20
Rap Feud Fashion Collections
The Kanye West Twitter Beef Spawned a New Clothing Line
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Chic Underpass Editorials
The Edit Miranda Kerr Photoshoot is Elegantly Urban
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Wizardly Valentine's Day Diners
This Promotion Involves Dining in the Great Hall of Hogwarts
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Superhero-Inspired IV Bags
These IV Bag Covers Make Hospital Stays More Pleasant for Kids
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Hand-Painted Magazine Covers
Artist Stephen Baker Replaces Models with Abstract Character Designs
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Family Network Rebranding
Disney's ABC Family is Now Known as 'Freeform'
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VR Film Festival Apps
This App Allows Users to Watch Sundance Films on Their Smartphone
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Jet-Skiing DJ Games
'Flappy Khaled' is a Video Game Based on DJ Khaled's Inspiring Snapchats
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Digital Pop Star Communities
The Bieber Fever Fan Club is a Place for Beliebers to Connect Online
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Charitable Gaming Networks
YouTuber PewDiePie Launched a New Creator Network Called Revelmode
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Complimentary Documentary Incentives
'The Armor of Light' Could Be Viewed by NRA Members for Free
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Editorial Subscription Shops
The magCulture Brick-and-Mortar Store Recently Opened in London
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Hair-Raising Interactive Posters
This Movie Poster Design Gives People a Feel for Carrie's Powers
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Crowdsourced Journalism Apps
This Platform Features Photos and Videos from Citizen Journalists
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Inclusive Presidential Social Accounts
The White House Officially Launched its Own Snapchat Story
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Crowdfunded Documentary Films
These Filmmakers Publicly Funded a Documentary About Crowdfunding
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Pop Punk Fan Clubs
The All Time Low Fan Club Refers to Members as "Hustlers"
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Crowdsourced Publishing Platforms
This Company Employs Digital Editors to Publish New Content
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Smartphone TV Programs
Priyanka Chopra is Producing an Indian Mobile Series Airing January 22
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Hometown-Celebrating Rap Videos
This Kendrick Lamar Short Film Features Compton Residents Rapping
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Full-Figured Disney Princesses
This Artist Reimagines Disney Heroines as Plus-Size Princesses
Faceless Disney Princesses
These Illustrations Depict the Iconic Princesses Without Faces
Pierced Disney Princesses
This Series Depicts the Iconic Heroines with Septum Piercings
Futuristic Folk Fashion
Design Scene's 'Romantic Folk' Story Highlights Opulent Outfit Pairings
Moody Stay-at-Home Editorials
The Ones 2 Watch 'Bibi, Baby' Feature Boasts Comfortable Fashions
Technicolored Urban Editorials
Design Scene's 'I Dream of Neon' Series is Lensed by Angela Mazur
Contemporary Mermaid Editorials
The 'La Vie Est Belle' Beauty Story Highlights Technicolored Hair
Wizarding Luxury Apartments
Magical Hogwarts Houses from the Harry Potter Series are Now for Sale
Magnified Model Photography
10 Magazine's 'Square Cut & Pear Cut' Editorial Stars Lindsey Wixson
Hair-Dyed Disney Princesses
This Artist Re-Imagined Each Disney Princess with a Wild Hair Color
Youngest Sister Editorials
This Celeb Photoshoot Stars Bella Hadid, Kylie Jenner and Lottie Moss
Vivid Glam Rock Editorials
Vogue Spain's 'DB' Editorial is a Hana Jirickova Feature
Painting-Inspired Editorials
Left March by Yakovlev Andrey Brings Modern Art to Life
Urban Occult Lookbooks
This Killstar Fashion Catalog Highlights Witchy Wardrobe Picks
Colorful Carnival Fashion
Hayley Elsaesser's Latest Collection is Youthfully Bright and Eclectic
Realistic Caricature Portraits
These Drawings Focus on Expressive and Detailed Facial Features
Minimalist Rocker Posters
These Simplified David Bowie Portraits Honor the Iconic Rock Star
Pot-Bellied Disney Princes
These Illustrations Depict the Iconic Princes with Realistic Bodies
Rapper-Inspired Christmas Sweaters
A Dancing Drake is Knitted on This Celebrity Christmas Sweater
Candid Surfer Portraits
Baldovino Barani's 'Dirty Surf' Editorial Boasts Beach Menswear Looks
Celebrity Christmas Sweatshirts
These Ugly Pop Culture Sweaters Play on a Popular Holiday Hymn
Car Wash Couture Ads
The Moschino Spring/Summer Campaign Takes Place in a Luxe Car Wash
Shimmering Beauty Portraits
Numero Russia's 'Starfall' Story Highlights Glitter Makeup Looks
Shadowed Beauty Portraits
Dior Magazine‘s 'Belle Epoque' Editorial Highlights Smoky Eye Looks
Contemporary MOD Cosmetics
L’Officiel Singapore's 'Bold Rush' Series Highlights 60s Beauty Looks
Celebratory Iconic Model Covers
Vogue Paris Commemorates its 95th Anniversary with Four Top Faces
Minimalist Pixelated Fashion
The New Ksenia Schnaider Spring/Summer Showcases Stylish Simplicity
Celestial Rapper Shoe Designs
The Adidas Yeezy Boost 350 Moonrock Take Inspiration from Space
Tropical Sportswear Collections
The Farm Company Has Teamed with Adidas for Another Exotic Lineup
Rocker Homage Runways
The Burberry Men's Fall/Winter Show Honors the Late David Bowie
Couture-Clad Actress Editorials
The Latest Vogue October Issue Stars Lupita Nyong'o in Valentino
Luxurious Kids Clothing Lines
The 'Balmain Kids' Line is Inspired by the High-End Designer Label
Undulating Boutique Interiors
This Houston Cosmetics Store Boasts a Stunning Whiteout Interior
Conceptual Accessory Editorials
Hedvig Palm Fronts Vogue Italia's Avant Garde Portrait Series
Denim-Focused Fashion Ads
The Forever 21 Spring Campaign is Effortlessly Chic
Rap Album Basketball Jerseys
These Conceptual Sports Uniforms Draw Inspiration from Rap Releases
Wizard School Acceptance Letters
This Harry Potter Gift Box Gets Recipients Ready for Hogwarts
Holiday Rapper Sweaters
The Wap Limited Edition Christmas Jumper Celebrates Artist Fetty Wap
Winter-Themed Whiskey Pop-Ups
The Hedonist Project and Diageo Launch a Festive Holiday Bar
VR-Powered Hotel Dinners
Ibiza's Hard Rock Hotel Hosted a Samsung Gear VR Gastronomy Experience
On-Demand VIP Store Hours
The Kenneth Cole Bowery Flagship Will Open at All Hours for VIPs
Fleeting Fashion Lines
Merchandise from Travi$ Scott's Rodeo Tour is Only on Sale for 72 Hours
Vintage Rapper Sneaker Ads
These Refashioned Vintage adidas Ads Include Kanye West
Rapper Cannabis Collections
Leafs by Snoop is a Premium Cannabis Line by Rapper Snoop Dogg
Rockstar Cocktail Tributes
These Drink Recipes Honor Musician David Bowie Legendary Aesthetic
Photo-Bombing Cat Art
This Romanian Artist Superimposed His Cat onto Classic Paintings
Weatherproof Gore-Tex Shoes
Reebok's Fall Sneakers Prepare for Wind & Rain for Their 25th Birthday
Seasonal Beer Experiences
The Stella Artois 'Give Beautifully' Campaign Includes a Pop-Up Bar
Tribal Face Paint Portraits
Felipe Bedoya's Painting Made with Acrylic Capture Photo Realism
Designer Sunglasses-Mimicking Art
The Artist Maya Hayuk Worked with Max Mara to Create an Artwork
Blue Haired Celebrity Covers
The November Issue of Vogue Italia Features Gigi Hadid in a Blue Wig
Virtual Reality Santa Visits
The JCPenney VR Santa Experience is Driving In-Store Traffic
Online Retailer Bookstores
Amazon Books Opened Its First Physical Store Using Online Data
Craftsman-Inspired Cocktail Bars
The Blacksmith Pub Celebrates the Age-Old Profession
Movie Character Vodka Ads
The Latest CIROC Campaign Stars Ben Stiller as the Iconic Zoolander
Iconic Antique Dishes
The David Bowie Plate is a Classic Way to Pay Tribute to Late Legend
Artistically Swirled Video Filters
The Van Gogh Filter Alters Time-Lapses into Motion Paintings
Crowdfunded Fashion Collections
This Marketplace Helps Independent Fashion Designers Get Started
Rapper-Created Fashion Films
This Silent Documentary Depicts Kanye West's Creative Process
Wet-Haired Songstress Portraits
This Beyonce American Vogue Feature Celebrates Dynamic Glamour
Vacation-Inspired VR Events
This Kayak Pop-Up Transported People to Miami Via VR
Hilariously Photoshopped Model Shots
Kirby Jenner Includes Himself in Kendall's Fabulous Life
Nostalgic Streetwear Portraits
Arena Homme's 'Diesel Archive' Editorial Highlights Bold Menswear
Nonprofit Crowdsourcing Platforms
Indiegogo Launched 'Generosity' for Nonprofits & Social Causes
Celebrity Constellation Tributes
The Late David Bowie Was Honored with His Very Own Stardust
Celebrity Activewear Shops
Fabletics by Kate Hudson Will Soon Open Its First Retail Store
Beloved Caricature Fan Clubs
The Moomin Fan Club Celebrates the Iconic Cartoon and Book Character
Heartbreaking VR Journalism
This Publication Uses VR Technology to Tell the Story of Refugees
Pop Culture Wrapping Paper
This Themed Gift Wrap References Stars Like Drake and Justin Bieber
Animalistic Menswear Editorials
Esquire Espana's 'Love Me' Story Draws Inspiration from Wildlife
VR Dealership Showrooms
The Audi Virtual Showroom was Showcased by the Brand at CES 2016
Chic Underpass Editorials
The Edit Miranda Kerr Photoshoot is Elegantly Urban
Spooky Storytelling Apps
The iLovecraft Collection Animates Stories by H.P. Lovecraft
Magic-Inspired Eateries
Harry Potter-Themed Bar The Lockhart is Now Serving Tapas in Toronto
Rapper-Branded Socks
These Action Bronson Art Socks are Colorful and Cartoonish
Celebrity Romance Cards
This Kimye Valentine's Day Card Celebrates the Duo's Love
Superhero Sleeping Bags
The Marvel Selk-Bag Sleep System Turns Hero Costumes into Wearable Beds
Immersive VR Casinos
This Game Allows Players to Gamble Real Money in a Virtual Environment
Entrepreneurial Hip-Hop Start-Ups
'The Phat Startup' Inspires with Hip-Hop and Entrepreneurship
Suffocating Face Portraits
These Paintings by Maria Teicher Capture the Serenity of Suffocation
Caffeinated Fingerprint Paintings
These Illustrations are Creatively Made Using Coffee Drips
Holiday-Inspired Model Covers
This Magazine Cover Features Karlie Kloss in a Backless Gown
Lyrical Messaging Services
This Justin Bieber Texting Service Lets You Anonymously Send Lyrics
Sneaker-Sporting Pillows
These Yeezy Boost Throw Pillows are Ideal for Fans of Kanye's Sneakers
Railway Recruiting Simulators
Deutsche Bahn's Employee Training Program is VR-Powered
VR Storytelling Apps
This App Uses Virtual Reality Technology to Tell Controversial Stories
Social Novel Campaigns
'Heyharryheymatilda' on Instagram Uses Social Media Storytelling
Crowdfunded Gaming Sites
This Platform Allows Users to Finance New Computer Games
Child Album Cover Recreations
Participants at 'Girls Rock Camp' are Encouraged to Be Rock Stars
Youth-Targeted News Networks
The VICE Channel Will Have Fewer Ads and Stream Simultaneously
Mars Exploration Games
NASA's 'Mars 2030' Brings the Red Planet to Earth Through VR Missions
Pop Star Mobile Games (UPDATE)
Glu’s Katy Perry Game Shows Users How to Succeed in Show Business
Greeting Card Trucks
Hallmark's Holiday Truck Helps People Discover the Joy of Sending Warm Wishes
Wizardly Dating Sites
The Dating for Muggles Platform Romantically Matches Harry Potter Fans
Seasonal Pop-Up Bars
Venturo's Weekend Summer Bar Serves Refreshing Custom Cocktails
Twitter Political Donations
Twitter's New Feature Makes Supporting a Presidential Candidate Easy
VR Real Estate Platforms
Sotheby's Uses Virtual Reality Software to Sell Luxury Homes
Teen Festival Communities
The DigiTour Fan Club Shares Social Media and Music Festival Updates
Lyrical Rapper Cakes
These Decorated Desserts Feature Lyrics from Popular Songs by Drake
Crying Rapper Games
The Drizzy Tears App Encourages Players to Stop Drake's Flowing Emotions
Digital Pop Star Communities
The Bieber Fever Fan Club is a Place for Beliebers to Connect Online
Social Storytelling Accounts
Land Rover's Instagram Story Uniquely Recounts an Adventure
Celebrity Christmas Cards
Opening Ceremony and Deer Dana Teamed Up for Printable Christmas Cards
Mobile Short Story Platforms
The 'Shtories' App Helps Users Read and Write Short Stories on the Go
Hair-Raising Interactive Posters
This Movie Poster Design Gives People a Feel for Carrie's Powers
Journalism Crowdfunding Platforms
The 'Byline' Website Helps Support Independent Journalism
Festive VR Dining Experiences
TGI Fridays' Holiday Experience Transports Diners to the Arctic
Cost-Free Fan Clubs
The New Metallica Met Club Has Been Overhauled to Feature Exclusive Perks
Cult Cartoon Fan Clubs
The Arthur Fan Club is Grouped by Varying Personal Interests
Wizardly Cooking Classes
Southern Season is Running Classes on Cooking Harry Potter Recipes
Movie-Interrupting Pranks
Tivo's Movie Stunt Disturbs a Film's Climax with a Commercial Break
Crowdfunded Music Festivals
The Soundwave Festival Seeks Sponsorship Funding Online
Blogger-Hosted Teen Programs
The Disney Channel Vlog Shares Celeb, Fashion and Music News
Cinematic Wizardly Dining
Harry Potter Film Fans Can Enjoy a Dinner in the Magical Great Hall
Curative Storytelling Campaigns
This Merck Ad Spot is an Emotional Look at Life with Shingles
360-Degree Panoramic Paintings
This Panoramic Art Uses VR Goggles to Engulf Viewers in the World
Crossover Halloween Animations
The Simpsons Couch Gag is Refashioned by the Ren & Stimpy Creator
Exclusive Singer Fan Clubs
The New Mac DeMarco Fan Club is Run by the Singer and His Mom
Nostalgic Television Channels
'The Splat' by Nickelodeon Will Revive 90s Cartoon Series