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Top 50 Pop Culture Trends in May 2011
From Rallying Sci-Fi Illustrations to Minimalist Typographic:
Trend Hunter Robot — May 31, 2011 — Pop Culture
For the month of May 2011, these are the Top 50 pop culture trends, which include Rallying Sci-Fi Illustrations, Darth Vader Cruisers and Terrorist Tattoos. The rankings are based on millions of views and 2847 new trends. The top Trend Hunters this month were: Meghan Young (342 trends), Amelia Roblin (225), Carly Foy (196), Emily Evans (192), Michael Hines (189), Jason Soy (170), Jamie Danielle Munro (169), Olivia Gissing (166), Jaime neely (159), and Leslie Chen (150).If you are looking for professional trend research, make sure to check out our 2011 Pop Culture Trend Reports and Trend Hunter Pro.
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Terrorist Tattoos
Osama Bin Laden Tattoos are Inking Bodies All Over the Place
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Popular Movie Pictograms
Graphic designer Viktor Hertz Uses Pictograms to Recreate Movie Posters
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California Cool Photography
Photographer RJ Shaughnessy Captures Moments of Calm Serenity
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Seductive Housewife Photography
The Elegantly Scant SS11 Lookbook Stars Tiah Eckhardt
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Switched Personality Brandings
The Brand Reversioning Series Swaps Iconic Emblems and Names
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Sci-Fi Gangsters
Harshness Artist Nicholas Hyde Reinvents Star Wars' Most Original Mobsters
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Poignant Bro Memes
Brotip is a Hilarious and Accurate Collection of Advice
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Bizarre Google Street Views
Jon Rafman Explores Google Street View and Makes Freaky Discoveries
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Rallying Sci-Fi Illustrations
Various Artists Create Star Wars Propaganda Posters
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Minimalist Typographic Movie Posters
Artist Patrik Svensson Craetes Film Posters Using Less
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Office Supply Sci-Fi Fighters
Instructables Shows You How to Make a Star Wars X-Wing Fighter
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Adorable Pet Photoblogs
Animals With Stuffed Animals Captures Furry Friends and Their Toys
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Toy Movie Posters
These LEGO Film Posters Will Get You Ready for This Season's "Block-Busters"
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Darth Vader Cruisers
The Empire Strikes Bike Presents Sci-Fi Transportation
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Streaky Superhero Paintings
JKB Fletcher Illustrates Lifelike Females
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Old School Hipster Sites
'Dads Are The Original Hipster' Compares Past and Present
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Whimsically Reinterpreted Objects
The Photography of Brock Davis Reimagines the Mundane
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Artistic CEO Offices
Nike CEO Mark Parker Has An Office That Doubles as an Adult Playground
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Combined Character Illustrations
Nate Boyd Illustrates a Mashup of Disney and Star Wars
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Streamlined Swimsuits
The Nookie Beach Spring/Summer 2011 Collection is Beach Chic
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Wildly Whimsical Photography
The Nika Toroptsova Fables Series is Fantastically Fictional
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Elegant Street Fashiontography
The Solange Wilvert Iguatemi Magazine Editorial Exudes Pure Class
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Electrifying Light Suits
Visual Drugstore's Latest Projects Seem Inspired by 'TRON: Legacy'
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Classic Sneaker Sandals
Converse Chuck Taylor All Star Sandal Mixes Two Styles in One
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Geeky Classic Paintings
'Video Games Get Arty' Series Mashes Fine Arts with Digital World
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Postcard Polaroids
Photographer Graham Dunn & Kelley Ash Road Trip for Wild at Heart Vintage
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Gruesome Disney Remakes
Beauty and The Bloody by Grant Waud is a Modern-Day Beauty and the Beast
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Monstrous Pop Icon Illustrations
Artist Dune Illustrates His Viewpoints in Clever Graphics
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Superhero-Saturated Portraits
JKB Fletcher's 'Hero Face' Series Reinvents Old Images with Paint
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3D Tech Tatts
'cranberryzero' Gets Himself a Unique Augmented Reality Tattoo
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Feathered Faux Earrings
Anni Jurgenson's Ear Cuffs are Hot
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Tribal Turbaned Editorials
The Alejandra Alonso Photoshoot for Vogue Russia is Tantalizingly Hot
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Zombified Muppets
These Zombie Sesame Street Paintings Will Make Your Kids Run for Cover
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Mocking Company Mascots
The Fake Vintage Japanese Ad Characters Poke Fun at Brands
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Hipster Pop Art Currency
'Make Your Franklin' Lets Artists Design Their Own $100 Bill
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Geeky Biker Headgear
The Tigerpause444 Custom Motorcycle Helmets Will Solidify Your Nerd Status
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Free-Falling Fashiontography
The Wish Report Brazil Editorial is Dark and Heroic
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Student-Mocking Sites
The Sh*t My Students Write Tumblr Makes Fun of Unintelligent Comments
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Vixen Victorian Jewelry
The Michal Negrin 2011 Jewelry Collection is Vintage and Chic
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Free-Spirited Fashiontography
Noot Seear Poses Effortlessly for Foam June/July Editorial
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Mechanical Monster Illustrations
The Steampunk Characters Series is a Badass Take Pop Culture
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Menacing Marvel Posters
Stussy Teams Up With Marvel Comics to Produce Some Badass Posters
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Sensual Pantomime Pictorials
Solve Sundsbo for Numero Makes a Silent Statement with Painted Faces
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Nerdy Astrological Signs
The Geek Zodiac Wheel Spins a New Light on the Stars
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Disturbed Soldier Dioramas
Casualties of War by Dorothy Art Collectives is a Chilling Reminder
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Revolutionary Animal Portraits
Panda Revolution Makes Propoganda Posters Cute and Cuddly
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Facial Hair Sculptures
Creative Facescaping at the 2011 Beard and Moustache Competition
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Funny Reimagined Comic Covers
Artist Kerry Callen Puts His Spin On Iconic Comic Book Covers
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Priceless Possession Photography
The Burning House Asks What You'd Save from Your Burning Home
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From Geektastic Necklaces to Robot Mancessories
Psychedelic Cosmetics Spreads
The Beauty Photography of Robert Jaso has a Face of Fantasy
Fierce Feminine Photography
Stephan Wurth Shoots Scantily Clad Ladies
Popular Movie Pictograms
Graphic designer Viktor Hertz Uses Pictograms to Recreate Movie Posters
Secret Boudoir Photography
Marc McAndrews Investigates Legal Brothels Behind the Scenes
Sensual Cartoon Heroines
These Sin City Disney Princess Posters Show Good Girls Gone Bad
Personality Disorder Photography
The Daniel Regan typeB Series Explores Mental Health Issues
Rallying Sci-Fi Illustrations
Various Artists Create Star Wars Propaganda Posters
Unsettling Surreal Photography
Toilet Paper by Pierpaolo Ferrari has a Perturbing Appeal
Darth Vader Cruisers
The Empire Strikes Bike Presents Sci-Fi Transportation
Old School Hipster Sites
'Dads Are The Original Hipster' Compares Past and Present
Deadly Celebrity Reenactments
Grant Waud Relives Famous Deaths in This Gripping Photo Series
Intergalactic Remixed Logos
These Stellar Star Wars Brands Let You Know Where to Shop in Space
Femininely Romantic Photography
Catherine Pluchart Captures Ethereal, Fairylike Moments
Sci-Fi Steampunk Masks
Epic Leather Creates Star Wars-Inspired Riding Masks
Basking Basket Beauties
The Passionata Fall 2011 Lookbook Once Again Stars Bar Refaeli
Gritty Sensual Photography
Photographer Andy Houghton Captures Dark Images
Lethal LEGO Body Armor
Lego Enthusiast Benny Culkin Creates Halo-Inspired Body Armor
Witty Wordplay Jewelry
Sacha Lannoye Designs Personalized Statement Pieces
Abstract Neon Portraits
Alvaro Tapia Hidalgo Illustrates Prominent Features
Combined Character Illustrations
Nate Boyd Illustrates a Mashup of Disney and Star Wars
Playful Office Lingerie
The Blush Lingerie Fall 2011 Collection is Provocatively Playful
Sensual Summer Catalogs
The Stussy Women Spring/Summer 2011 Effuses Relaxed Coolness
Postcard Polaroids
Photographer Graham Dunn & Kelley Ash Road Trip for Wild at Heart Vintage
Surreal Candid Photography
Asger Clarsen's Documentary-Style Images Are Deceivingly Realistic
Seedy Hotel Shoots
The Vogue Italia May 2011 Takes a Look Inside Hotel Chelsea
Lingerie Lounging Editorials
The Donna April Italy 2011 Spread Mixes Black & White and Full Color
Open Urban Architecture
The Harrison Street Residences by Dawson&Clinton Are Spacious
Monstrous Pop Icon Illustrations
Artist Dune Illustrates His Viewpoints in Clever Graphics
Ironic Social Media Graphics
The Facebook Icon Series Mocks the Like Button
Glam Pinup Lingerie Shoots
The Ana Dias '&' Photo Series Has a Vintage Vibe
Minimalistic Metal Jewelry
La Chica de los Anillos Designs Simple Yet Elegant Pieces
Fairytale Wedding Dresses
The Disney Fairy Tale Wedding Collection is for Grown-Up Princesses
Tribal Turbaned Editorials
The Alejandra Alonso Photoshoot for Vogue Russia is Tantalizingly Hot
Mocking Company Mascots
The Fake Vintage Japanese Ad Characters Poke Fun at Brands
Tragically Alone Photography
'Circumstance: American Beauty' Series Looks At Difficult Moments
Sensual Stone Photography
Taya Depois Do Amor Photo Series is Raw and Rock-Filled
Combatitve Princess Portraits
'Disney Fighters' from Josh MC is Street Fighter-Inspired
Graphically Geometric Monotography
Model Kasia Wrobel Rocks Monochromatic Ensembles
Sharply Eclectic Photography
Jarek Kotomski Captures Crisp, Multidimensional Images
Woven Tribal Jewelry
Ifat Creations Weaves Unique Pieces
Free-Spirited Fashiontography
Noot Seear Poses Effortlessly for Foam June/July Editorial
Graphic Movie Marketing
Fro Design Co Prints Badass Updated Film Posters
Hilarious Peeking Photoblogs
'Hovering Art Directors' Pokes Fun at People Watching You Work
Nerdy Astrological Signs
The Geek Zodiac Wheel Spins a New Light on the Stars
Geeky Glasses Apparel
SnorgTees Sells Nerdy T-shirt Designs
Muppet Heroes
These Evan Cheng Cartoons Combine Sesame Street Characters & Superheroes
Cool Cali Surftography
The Hundreds Summer 2011 Collection Provides Style & Comfort for
Conquistador Accessories
Nicole Akong Creates Jewelry Lines Inspired by Tribal Conquerors
Fuchsia Floral Backdrops
The Étoilée Magazine ‘My Heart Paints a Dream'
Secretive Country Captures
The Welcome to Pyongyang Series Offers a Rare Glimpse into North Korea
Tron-Inspired Photography
'Tronized Beauty' by Photographer Ludovic Taillandier Looks Magical
Flower Petal Jewelry
Lewis & Cruse Saves Your Special Flowers in a Unique Way
Popped Pimple Jewelry
Winona Johnson Creates a Ring That Showcases Her Love of Picking Zits
Spicy Resplendent Photography
The Sweet Escape by Joel Lim has a Zesty Flavor of Fashion
Bewitching Noir Editorials
The M Magazine Spread Features Shapeless Dark Silhouettes
Candid Urban Captures
Julian Berman Photographs the Carefree Streets of Los Angeles
Monochromatic Desert Editorials
The Flair April Shoot is as Hot as the Sahara
Hipsteriffic Cams
The Ben Watts Bondi Hipstapak Camera Lens Makes Everyone Look Hipster
Submerged Silhouette Photoshoots
The Blake Fawley 'Colour Studies' Photography Series is Aqua Art
Bold Tribal Prints
This Pictorial of Solange Wilvert by Brooke Coffey Shows Wild Spring Fashion
Funny Reimagined Comic Covers
Artist Kerry Callen Puts His Spin On Iconic Comic Book Covers
Geeky Gaming Sneakers
Converse Super Mario Bros Chuck Taylors Level Up Your Streetwear Game
Dusk Beachtography
The Manor Swimwear Campaign for Spring/Summer 2011 Features All-Day Beachwear
Periodic Pillows
Yellow Bug Boutique Creates Witty Couch Accents
Diabolical Portraits
Boogie Demons Exhibit Channels Dark Forces into His Photography Subjects
Fun Battery Packs
Spencer Bigum Integrates Pop Culture Characters into Duracell Battery Packs
Beach Babe Editorials
Adam Rindy Captures Natural Beauty in Road to Solvang
Formalized Sneakers
The Converse Prom Selection is Fashionable and Comfortable
Minimalist Meme Paintings
Johnfactorial's Meme Paintings Add Humor to Any Household
Sacred Streamlined Shoots
The Cushnie et Ochs Fall 2011 Campaign is Simple & Sensual
Playful Pantomime Fashion
Graphic Play by Patrick Demarchelier is Entertaining Elegance
Blockbustered Social Networking
These DIRECTTV Social Media Ads Appeal to the Tech-Savvy
Story-Telling Headgear
Jonathan Robson Designs a LEGO Helmet That Reads to Kids
Corrupted Cranium Art
Charles Williams Creates Fractured Faces for GQ Magazine
Dainty Dude Editorials
Sunday Blues by Christopher Phillips Features an Impossibly Pretty Man
Toy Gamer Costumes
Ben Caulkins Creates a Full Master Chief Uniform Out of LEGO Blocks
Extremely Bendy Boots
Boris Bidjan Saberi Black Ankle Boots for Men are Flippin' Cool
Chromed-Out Headphones
The ColorWare Beats Chrome Headset Blends Great Sound and Sleek Styling
Rough Diamond Jewelry
Maya Bjornsten's Understated Bling
Street-Savvy Sneakers
The Nike SB Koston One Collection for Men Features Urban Footwear
Geeky Beer Coolers
The Periodic Table Beer Kozy is Perfect for Geeks Who like to Get Down
Freedom-Fighting Figurines
The Enemy Army Figures are Unique and Lovable
Crazy Confectionery Illustrations
Georges le Mercenaire's Series Shows the Evil in Candy
Communist-Inspired Etiquette Art
The Office Propaganda Series is a Spin on Company Policies
Furry Feline Jewelry
The Hairball Jewelry Collection is One of a Kind
Sci-Fi Face Masks
EpicLeather Creates One Badass Stormtrooper Leather Motorcycle Mask
Gobbling Cookie Mugs
This Muppet-Inspired Cookie Monster Cup Stores Both Snacks and Drinks
Tantalizing Turban Editorials
The Vogue Nippon Spread Features Crystal Renn and Bright Headpieces
Frozen Apple CEOs
Star Wars Fans Will Get a Kick Out of the Steve Jobs in Carbonite iPhone Case
Juice-Holding Jewelry
Wear Your Wine on Your Finger With Maria Volokhova's Coppuring
Colorful Beachside Kicks
The Nike Gato Beach Shoe is a Must-Have for Summer
Iconic Movie Ads
The Leo Burnett for DIRECTV Ads are a Reinvention of Classic Films
Wild High-Top Kicks
The Converse Addict All Star Hi Leopard Shoes are Feline-Friendly
Modern Tribal Shelving
The Totems for Living by OEUFFICE Channel Classic Craftsmanship
Violent Holiday Mascots
The 'Easter Bunny Hates You' Video Shows the Rabbit's True Colors
Movie-Inspired Memory Stick Ads
Mimoco Enlists Star Wars' Help to Sell Flash Drives
Sci-Fi Morning Brews
Star Wars Darth Vader Dark Side Coffee is for Those Who like a Dark Roast
Sci-Fi-Infused Comic Covers
Tintin Comics Kick Ass With a Dan Hipp Science Fiction Makeover
Stark White Summer Fashion
Bregje Heinen Rocks Pale Pristine Looks for Elle Sweden April 2011
Combating Computer Infographics
Mac vs PC Chart Analyzes the Differences Between Users
Propaganda-Powered Branding
Miller Creative Designs 'Power to the People' for Shirah Wine Company
Sci-Fi Presentation Peripherals
The Sith Series Laser Pointer Gets Some Star Wars Inspiration
DIY Comic Book Tales
Moxy Creative Lets You Create Your Own Comic Character
Quacking Connection Ads
Insurance Company Aflac Finds a New Voice for Its Iconic Mascot
Stimulated Cardiovascular Systems
Sebastian Buys Creates a Physical Representation of Your Body
Film Icon Animations
Martin Woutisseth's Animated Stanley Kubrick Movie Posters are Brilliant
NES Controller Carriers
Nintendo Reversible Messenger Bag is One Geektastic Satchel
Pet-Tracking Gadgets
The Pet Loc8tor Will Make Sure You Never Lose Your Little Pal Again
Turn Signal Brain Bonnets
The Blink Bike Helmet Keeps Bikers Safer During Night Rides
Halo Bike Helmets
The Angel Bicycle Helmet Provides a Ring of Light for Safety
Animalistic Superhero Figures
The Green Hornet & Kato Medicom Toy Bearbrick