Popular culture trends are always important to modern marketing schemes, especially as consumers often seek out products that reflect their desires and have gained traction across various industries. This list of pop culture trends explores everything influencing consumer purchasing patterns, from celebrity products to influential campaigns.
Merchandise continues to dominate the pop culture industry as fans look for new ways to express themselves, and the UNIQLO x Star Wars collection offers fans a variety of styles inspired by the iconic sci-fi franchise. The new assortment of styles is modeled after the four-option Star Wars posters from the original film series: A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, and The Phantom Menace.
Another trend taking modern media by storm is K-Pop, and products like the BLACKPINK and VeVe 'Pink Venom' digital collectibles. Notably, there is an opportunity for fans to acquire all four digital collectibles of a member, allowing them to craft a complimentary 'Pink Venom' collectible card.
Top 60 Pop Culture Trends in June
From Baguette-Scented Stamps to Fried Chicken Anime Promotions:
Kanesa D — Jun 22, 2024 — Pop Culture
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Sci-Fi Cartoon Cosmetics
The Rick and Morty x SHEGLAM Collab Shares Quirky Makeup
58
Superhero-Inspired Popcorn Buckets
The Deadpool & Wolverine Popcorn Bucket is Comical
57
Celebrity-Fronted Mobile Game Commercials
Supercell Debuts Squad Busters with an Exciting Campaign
56
Cartoon-Inspired Beverage Collaborations
Joyburst Partners with Disney and Pixar's Inside Out 2
55
Dad Bod-Inspired T-Shirts
Coors Light Launches Two New Dad Bod T-Shirts with Patrick Mahomes
54
Collaboration Sci-Fi Cookies
Special Edition Star Wars OREO Cookies are Deliciously Interactive
53
Cartoon-Branded Snack Products
Hippeas and Minions Joined Forces to Celebrate Despicable Me 4
52
Pride-Celebrating Jewelry Collections
Olaeda Partners with Jamie Pandit for a Unique Collection
51
Animated GenAI Books
Hypnovels Rendered Moby Dick into a Dynamic Format for Readers Everywhere
50
Fashion-Inspired Luggage Campaigns
Samsonite's Jet Gala Event Fuses Fashion and Travel Essentials
49
Doll-Inspired Movie Launches
Mattel Plans to Release More Movies Following 'Barbie's' Success
48
Bridal Shapewear Campaigns
The SKIMS Wedding Shop Shares Bridal Intimates, Loungewear & More
47
Video Game-Inspired Toy Sets
The LEGO Zelda Great Deku Tree 2 in 1 Set is Highly Detailed
46
Retro Sci-Fi Clothing Collections
These UNIQLO x Star Wars Styles Celebrate May the Fourth
45
Nostalgic Cartoon-Inspired Makeup Capsules
ColourPop Introduces the Exciting Pokémon Collection
44
Creative Game-Themed Peripherals
The Higround x Minecraft Collection Has Several Styles
43
Celebratory Cinema Snack Products
The Ferrero Despicable Me 4 Collaboration Has Familiar Brands
42
Celebrity-Backed Liquid Blushes
Rare Beauty's Mini Soft Pinch Liquid Blush is Versatile
41
Star-Studded Bag Campaigns
Balenciaga Unveils the New Rodeo Handbag Campaign
40
Rapper-Collaborative Streetwear Capsules
boohooMAN Presents the Extensive P by Gunna Collection
39
Co-Designed Lifestyle Shoes
PUMA Hoops and LaMelo Ball Announce Their New Shoe Silhouette
38
Nostalgic LEGO Roller Skates
The LEGO® Creator 3-in-1 Girls Retro Roller Skate is Playful
37
Co-Branded Regency-Era Capsules
Kitsch Introduces Limited-Edition Bridgerton Collaborations
36
Cartoon-Inspired Coffee Accessories
Hello Kitty is Celebrating 50 Years with Grind Coffee
35
Celebratory Family Menus
KFC Curated the Real-Talk Mother's Day Menu with Chrissy Teigen.
34
Organic Sunscreen Serums
KORA Organics’ Silky Sun Drops Deliver Antioxidant-Packed Protection
33
Adaptogenic Italian-Style Spritzes
De Soi's Spritz Italiano Features Lion's Mane and Reishi
32
Celebrity-Approved Spirit Campaigns
Grand Marnier and 2 Chainz Introduce The Rouge Room
31
Over-40 Haircare Collections
Commence Haircare Was Developed by Brooke Shields for Mature Hair
30
Slushie-Inspired Energy Drinks
Paris Hilton x Alani Nu Pink Slush Tastes Like Berry Cream Soda
29
Fruity Kombucha Smoothies
Erewhon & Kendall Jenner Collaborated on a Peaches and Cream Smoothie
28
Multi-Sensorial Body Washes
Rare Beauty's Exfoliating Body Wash Polishes Skin with Konjac Jelly
27
Game-Themed Retro Keyboards
Higround and Minecraft Launch a New Collaborative Keyboard Collection
26
Ocean-Inspired Footwear Designs
Kane Footwear Collaborates with Professional Surfer Brianna Cope
25
Footballer-Backed Audio Campaigns
Bowers & Wilkins and David Beckham Partnered for a New Campaign
24
Pop Culture-Inspired Rentals
Airbnb Unveils the New 'Icons' Experiences for Short-Term Guests
23
Fried Chicken Anime Promotions
The KFC Pokémon Promotion is Running in China
22
Interactive Mixed-Reality Films
What If...?: An Immersive Story is an Apple Vision Pro Exclusive
21
Fashion-Forward Athlete Partnerships
The HUGO BOSS x David Beckham Collab is Highly Anticipated
20
Boy Band-Inspired Summer Partnerships
Atypique Partners with AJ Mclean of the Backstreet Boys
19
Mythically Designed Luxe Jewelry
Tiffany & Co Joins Pharrell on the Tiffany Titan Capsule
18
Baguette-Scented Stamps
La Poste Created Scratch-and-Sniff Stamps Inspired by a Beloved Baked Good
17
Country Singer Donut Collections
The Krispy Kreme x Dolly Parton Collection Has Four Varieties
16
Millennium Technology Capsule Collections
The Drought x Napster Collection Has Three Pieces
15
Humorous Condiment Campaigns
Mike's Amazing Taps Jason Alexander for Its New Campaign
14
Sleepy Anime Character Merch
Pokémon Sleep x Family Mart Features Sleeping Pokémon Characters
13
Muscle-Building Fitness Programs
Centr Introduces Introduced Power Shred, a New 14-Week Program
12
Goalkeeper-Led Home Appliance Campaigns
Hisense Partners with Iker Casillas and Manuel Neuer
11
Comfort-Focused Beauty Collections
Rare Beauty's Find Comfort Collection is Thoughtful
10
Filmic Hot Honey Butters
Churn's Mean Girls x Hot Honey Butter Marks the Movie's 20th Anniversary
9
Athlete-Backed Human Performance Companies
WHOOP Partners with Cristiano Ronaldo
8
Sci-Fi Tower-Inspired Sets
LEGO Ideas Presents the Barad-dûr Set with a Flaming Top
7
Interactive Transparency Tracking Tools
World Animal Protection Canada Monitors Wildlife Incidents
6
Celebrity-Backed Gelato Campaigns
Talenti Gelato & Sorbetto and Bradley Cooper Debut Raise the Jar
5
Custom-Made Role Model Dolls
Mattel Canada's Barbie Honors Nine Influential Female Athletes
4
Sci Fi-Themed Popcorn Machines
The Death Star Popcorn Maker Honors the Sci-Fi Franchise
3
Hardcore Hip Hop Collaborations
DGK Partners with Onyx to Commemorate BACDAFUCUP
2
Wizard-Inspired Coin Collections
The Royal Mint Unveils the New Dumbledore Coin for Collectors
1
K-Pop-Inspired Digital Collectibles
BLACKPINK Debuts a Digital Collectible Collaboration with VeVe
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Kpop Streetwear Sporty Merch
The BLACKPINK x Paris Saint‑Germain Range Features K‑pop Style
Movie-Themed Kids Meals
Super Mario Galaxy Happy Meal Launches with Collectible Toys
Superhero Lifestyle Collections
Disney Drops Brand Collabs for The Fantastic Four: First Steps
Modern Heritage-Based Streetwear
adidas Spotlights its 'Superstar Collection' for Fall and Winter
Nostalgia-Driven Cereal Promotions
Kellogg’s Toy Story 5 Cereal Boxes Reintroduce In-Pack Toys
Virtual Fashion Contests
Bratz and ZEPETO Launch a Four-Week Avatar Styling Challenge
Kawaii Cafe Merch Collections
The Starbucks x Hello Kitty Collection is Arriving in November
Sci-Fi Creature Collectibles
The Grogu Tiny But Mighty Series Figures Revsits On-Screen Looks
Swedish Candy Pop-Ups
BUBS' Sweeteasy Brings Indulgent Candy Traditions to US Consumers
Character-Dessert Collab Menus
Paris Baguette Kpop Demon Hunters Desserts Capture Cinematic Fandom
Cult-Favorite Animation-Inspired Stationery Collections
Sharpie and Elmer's Embrace Toy Story 5
Limited-Edition Sci-Fi Soda Cans
Coca-Cola Launches 'Coca-Cola x Star Wars: Refresh Your Galaxy'
Pop Style Sportswear
BLACKPINK × FC Tokyo Sportswear Merges K-Pop Fashion with Football Culture
Creative Retail Competitions
Bricks & Minifigs Launches LEGO Clock Design Contest
Ramen-Branded Clothing Embroideries
UNIQLO, Cup Noodles & Top Ramen Launch New Embroidery Designs
Collectible Pop Culture-Referencing Toys
Mattel Debuts Its 2025 San Diego Comic-Con Showcase
Soccer Collectible Series
The Labubu FIFA World Cup Capsule Expands into Toys and Lifestyle Items
Luxury Menswear Apparel Pop-Ups
Louis Vuitton's Soho Pop-Up Showcases the Fall/Winter 2025 Vision
Festival-Inspired Luxury Fashion Campaigns
Burberry Celebrates the Energy of British Music Culture
Custom QSR Fashion
The KFC Tailor Made Couture Turns Fried Chicken Texture into Wearable Design
Nostalgia-Driven Apparel Partnerships
The Pacsun x McDonaldland Collection is a Whimsical Revival
Sci-Fi Fragrance Ranges
Bath & Body Works Launched Star Wars The Mandalorian and Grogu Products
Nostalgic Capsule Collections
The UNIQLO UT x Tamagotchi Range Marks 30 Years of the Digital Pet
Experiential Convenience Stores
FamilyMart Announced IP-Centered Store Experiences in Japan
Nostalgic Character Plushies
Aurora Expands Care Bears Into Collectible Plush Formats
Animated Streetwear Capsules
The Simpsons x Family Mart Capsule Celebrates Playful Everyday Style
Fashion-Focused Novelty Collectibles
KIMMON Collectibles Combine Style with Self-Expression
Pop Culture-Inspired Collectibles
Kinder Joy & Stranger Things Launch Funko Pop!® Collection
Fast-Food Graphic Capsules
The Mcdonald’s x Graniph 7th Edition Capsule Drops Playful Streetwear
Vintage Streetwear Pop-ups
Kronenbourg 1664 Launched a Three-Day Immersive Fashion Experience
K-POP Group Retail Pop-Ups
The BLACKPINK Pop-Up Store Features Limited Edition Merchandise
Next-Gen Jelly Bean Campaigns
Jelly Belly Bean Appétit Entices a New Generation of Fans
Faux Food Pop-Ups
MoMA Design Store Unveils an Immersive 'MoMA Mart' Pop-Up for NYC
Creator-Led Style Collabs
MAC Cosmetics and Depop are Reintroducing Gen Z Shoppers to Lipstick
Mobile Cafe Pop-Ups
Coach Introduced a Vibrant Coffee Truck in Gotemba, Japan
Licensed Flavor Collaborations
Conagra Blends Celebrity and Brand Partnerships Into Snacks
Plush Beauty Keychains
Ulta Beauty x Mini Brands Pops Plush Keychains Feature Hero Products
Immersive K-Beauty Pop-Ups
TIRTIR Brings Jeju Matcha Skincare to NYC with a Sensory Experience
Fashion-Branded Café Experiences
Vogue Blends Retail with Immersive Hospitality Spaces
Limited-Edition Rotisserie Bags
Chomps' Le Chic'ken Purse Taps into a Cultural Obsession
Adorable Monster-Inspired Graphic Tees
UNIQLO and Pop Mart Present the Monsters Collection
Multisensory Gourmand Pop-Ups
Lush's Café Gourmand Pop-Up Immerses Visitors in Cozy Scents
Fandom Culture Retail Experiences
EB Games x Vibrant Marketing Launch an 'EB Trends' Store Concept
Supermarket Tourism Campaigns
K-Supermarket's Tripadvisor Listings Share a Taste of Food Culture
K-Beauty Pop-Ups
Amorepacific and Sephora's Multi-Brand Launches in New York
Entertainment-Powered Retail Experiences
AT&T Brings Toy Story 5 to Interactive Store Activations
Customizable Triple-Texture Candies
Gummi Popz Target Tweens and Teens
Festive Snack Packaging Designs
Kellanova Debuts Its Seasonal Assortment of Snacks
Pop Culture Chocolate Products
These New Kinder Products Embrace Collaborations
Artistic Hip-Hop-Inspired Cereal Campaigns
Froot Loops Launches 'Follow Your Ears'
Clinical K-Beauty Pop-Ups
Rejuran Debuts Science-Led Skincare Through a Sephora LA Activation
Modern Hustle-Inspired Food Campaigns
StarKist Co. Positions Itself as Fuel for the Modern Hustle
Comprehensive Easter-Inspired Collaborations
Peeps' 2026 Spring Collaboration Lineup is Impressive
Consumer-Focused Packaging Strategies
Hershey's Unveils Elevated Packaging at Sweets & Snacks Expo
Summer-Inspired Japanese Snack Collections
TokyoTreat Minimart Has Launched a Special Summer Line
Stylish Poppy-Inspired Cooler Bags
Out of the Woods Debuts the Poppy Collection
Gen Z-Targeted Snack Cakes
The Premier Foods Mr Kipling Range Introduced Five New Products
Fandom-Honoring Building Block Sets
LEGO® Spotlights Iconic Pop Culture Films and Series
Collectible Animation-Inspired Cans
SPAM® X Hello Kitty® Features Hello Kitty Enjoying SPAM Musubi
Experiential Fast Food Collaborations
Popeyes Turned Chicken Tenders Into a Music Venue Experience
Cheeky Baking Apparel
Betty Crocker Turns Cake Mix Nostalgia Into Wearable Merchandise
Craveable Dumpling-Centric Merchandise
Chubby Dumpling Taps Kansū Works for a New T-Shirt Launch
Streetwear-Inspired Soda Merch
This New Dr Pepper Merch Includes a Variety of Styles
Influencer-Driven Fashion Events
Pacsun Collaborated with Prominent Gen-Z Creators
Miniature Collectible Charms
The Mini Labubu Pin for Love Series Boosts Pop Mart Stock
QSR Beachcore Fashion Collections
The Taco Bell x Hollister Y2K Capsule Collection is Nostalgic
Collectible Fandom Packaging
Spider-Man-Themed Takis Bags Turn Snacks into Fan Collectibles
Sensory ASMR-Style Toys
Incredible Group's Squishi Toys Appeal to Gen Z Consumers
Restaurant Pop-Star Collaborations
McDonald's Partnered with BTS For the Second Time on New Meal
Chinese Band-Supported Beauty Brands
Maybelline New York Partners with Teens in Times (TNT)
K-Pop Brand Ambassadorships
Asahi Super Dry Unveiled a Unified Campaign Featuring BLACKPINK
Music Scene-Informed Luxury Campaigns
Burberry Taps Twiggy for Spring 2026 Advertising Campaign
Limited-Run QSR Releases
Weekly Wingstop Drops Share a Taste of Drop Culture
Laid-Back Fan Experiences
The Buldak Couch Time Pop-Up Invites People to Slow Down and Hang Out
Sensorial Soda Campaigns
Sprite's 'Hurts Real Good With Sprite' Targets Gen Z
Mobile Beauty Pop-Ups
Henkel’s göt2b Debuts a Citywide Mobile Beauty Experience
Comprehensive Fast Food Reports
Yum! Brands, Inc. Explores Food Trends Influencing the Industry
Streetwear Collector Events
VANDYTHEPINK Pop-Up Offers Exclusive Apparel and Trading Cards
Limited-Edition K-Pop Food Lines
Nongshim and Netflix Produce the K-Pop Demon Hunters
Extra-Vibrant Soda Packs
Poppi's VIBES Party Pack Gives Favorite Flavors a Limited-Edition Look
Interactive Juice Boxes
Suntop's Mega Back to School Campaign Integrates Connected Packaging
Gamified Snack Packaging
Hershey’s Released Pokémon Chocolates with 151 Collectible Foil Designs
Museum-Inspired Spring Fashion Capsules
Pacsun is Partnering with the Metropolitan Museum of Art
Spicy Spread Campaigns
Philadelphia Mexican Style Launched with Creator-Led Marketing
Culturally Inspired Fall-Ready Streetwear
BAPE Introduces its Connect with People Collection
Burger Ad Campaigns
Burger King’s New Campaign Suggests Even Babies Can’t Resist the Whopper
Playful Character Graphic Apparel
The Monsters Collection Brings Labubu & Friends to UNIQLO
Poetic Secondhand Campaigns
Depop's Where Taste Recognizes Taste Celebrates Style Doppelgangers
Limited-Edition Regional-Specific Snack Boxes
Tokyotreat Presents the Harajuku Snackventure Box
Production-Led Live Commerce Events
P.Louise Launches Get Unteddy With Me on TikTok Shop
Sci-Fi Streetwear Collections
The Brain Dead x Star Wars Capsule Features Drew Struzan Artwork
Girl Group QSR Partnerships
Jollibee x KATSEYE Team Up for a Special Merchandise Collection
Experiential Grocery Campaigns
No Name launches a multi-city grocery goss campaign
Halloween Blind Boxes
Pop Mart Unveils New Halloween-Themed Blind Boxes Starring Fan-Favorite IPs
Basketball Film-Inspired Pizza Campaigns
Pizza Hut Debuts Space Jam-Inspired Menu Bundle & Recipes
Collectible Creative Stationery
Moleskine x BLACKPINK Capsule Channels K-Pop to Limited Stationery
Social-First Retail Commerce
Shoezone expands TikTok Shop through creator-led shopping
Photocopied Fast Food Campaigns
McDonald's Office Delivery Ads Scanned Popular Menu Items
Nostalgic Summer Snacks
Entenmann's Launches Childhood-Inspired Seasonal Treats
Designer Blind Box Figurines
Pop Top is a New Range of Collectibles for Kidults
Cinematic Sci-Fi QSR Meals
The Burger King Star Wars Menu Features Food and Merch
Viral Collectible Toy Pop-Ups
POP LAND Unveiled a Whimsical Pop-Up in Singapore
Vibrant Cafeteria-Inspired Campaigns
Lunchtime Becomes a Joyous Time in 'The Lunchables Effect'
Health-Boosted Candies
Baby Bottle Pop's Adulthood Survival Collection Recognizes Popular Callouts
Reimagined Creative Campaigns
Marc Jacobs Dropped its '26 Summer Campaign and New Visual Identity
Culinary Tradition Food Campaigns
The Merchant Gourmet 'Yes Chef!' Campaign is Running Now
Culture-Driven Snack Strategies
Mondelēz Elevates Oreo With Future-Back Brand Planning
Drop-Culture Sport Campaigns
Easton and Dick's Launched Its Limited Edition Equipment Drop
Supermarket Temporary Tattoos
Aldi's Specialbuy Temporary Tattoos Take After Favorite Items
Soccer Tournament-Timed Snack Promotions
TokyoTreat Announces a Special World Cup Promotion
Culture-Driven Product Launches
Church’s Texas Chicken launches Churchie Sauce with a local event
Sports-Inspired Beverage Collaborations
Kung Fu Tea and Red Bull Launch Soccer-Themed Bubble Tea
Collaborative QSR Soccer Streetwear
Jack in the Box x The Hundreds Merch Celebrates the World Cup
90s-Era Snack Product Campaigns
The Pringles One You Pop Campaign Revives the Tagline for Gen Z
Curated Resale Storefronts
eBay's The NYC Edit Storefront Shares Tastemaker Selections
Blind Box Fashion Collaborations
Cider Teams Up with POP MART to Unveil a New Collaboration
Vibrant Game Console Covers
Sony's New 'Hyperpop' PS5 Covers are Bright and Stylish
Shoppable Microdramas
Crocs and SuperOrdinary Turn TikTok Storytelling Into Shopping Experiences
Cultural-Influence Fashion Capsules
Denim Tears Presents its 5th Quarter Collection
Pop Culture Wedding Collections
A Dynamic Duo Inspired The Engagement Era Collection by The Knot
Franchise Commerce Marketing
poppi Connects Retail Products with Love Island Experiences
Archival Packaging Revivals
Chick-Fil-A Newstalgia Marks an 80th Anniversary Rollout
K-Pop Movie Shoe Capsules
Vans Releases a New Collection Themed Around K-Pop Demon Hunters
Japanese-Inspired Cream Soda Collaborations
Shonen Soda Joins Forces with Munch Addict
3D Potato Bites
Star-Shaped Pop Stars Snacks Deliver Multidimensional Flavor Experiences
Social-to-Outdoor Campaigns
Tribesigns Extends TikTok's Super Wish Campaign to Times Square
Art-Focused Retail Capsules
Mattel and MoMA Partner to Craft a New Collaborative Collection
Anniversary Retail Collection
Pokémon x Target Collection Spans Apparel, Home Goods, & Accessories
Quirky Edible Mascots
The Pop-Tarts Brand Introduces Team Sprinkles and Team Swirls
Immersive K-Culture Expos
K-EXPO USA Combines K-Pop, Food and Lifestyle Experiences
Instant Commerce Dessert Drops
Gopuff Launches Selena Gomez’s Exclusive Ice Cream Bars
Asian Film-Themed Promotions
Crocs Launches a Media-Themed Monsoon Campaign in Southeast Asia
Cost-Effective Confectionery Items
World of Sweets Highlights Key Easter Trends Amid Rising Costs
Generational Wellness Campaigns
Sports Research Evolved Its Marketing into a Cultural Movement
Collaborative Beauty Events
Stoney Clover Lane X Hello Kitty and Friends Host a Pop-Up Event
RPG-Inspired Merchandise
Disney and Square Enix Launch the New Official Kingdom Hearts Merchandise
Bakery Brand Merch Ranges
King's Hawaiian Merch Celebrates the Brand's 75th Anniversary
Limited Manga Apparel
The Shonen Jump Store Collection from Viz Media Features Two Animes
Cultural Korean Products
Musinsa is a New Platform Specializing in K-Culture Products
Sci-Fi-Themed Doughnut Lineups
Pinkbox Doughnuts is Celebrating May the 4th Be with You Day