Pop Culture Trends

Showcasing how elements of mainstream media are influencing societal behavior and consumer goods, Trend Hunter’s pop culture category features everything from viral videos to film merchandise and political satire.

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Rapper-Approved Pop-Ups

The Future x Grand Marnier Activations Remix Tradition with Modern Flair

The Future x Grand Marnier collaboration brings an electrifying fusion of innovation and heritage with a series of immersive pop-ups and activations across New York, Atlanta, and Houston. As part of... MORE

Court-Inspired Collections

The Bape X Stadium Goods Varsity Blues Collection is Celebratory

The Bape x Stadium Goods collaboration introduces the Varsity Blues Collection, a bold homage to basketball culture and its enduring influence on streetwear. This new drop expands on the brands’... MORE

Collaborative Designer Art Exhibitions

Just Like Heaven Art Exhibition Celebrates Marc Jacobs

The ‘Just Like Heaven’ art exhibition at Control Gallery in Los Angeles pays tribute to Marc Jacobs, a visionary who has long bridged the worlds of fashion and art. Running through... MORE

Singer-Collaborative Cartoon Merch

Bruno Mars and Hello Kitty Continue to Honor Her 50th Year

Bruno Mars and Hello Kitty work in collaboration as a part of the ongoing campaign that celebrates Hello Kitty’s 50th anniversary. There has been a wide range of events and now, Las Vegas is... MORE

Sustainability Verification Processes

Brazil to Launch the Standardized 'Green Seal' Program

The Green Seal Program (Programa Selo Verde Brasil) was launched by Brazil in June 2024 to standardize and certify sustainable products and services. Coordinated by the Ministry of Development,... MORE

Cartoon-Inspired Cafe Overhauls

Sanrio's Kuromi Has Inspired the New Hypebeans Cafe Aesthetic

Hypebeans, a coffee chain inspired by the Hypebeast publication, has teamed up with Sanrio to mark the 20th anniversary of Kuromi. The partnership introduces a limited-edition merchandise collection... MORE

Designer Film Costumes

Chanel-Designed Costumes Illuminate a Musical About the End of the World

The Chanel-designed costumes for the musical film ‘The End’ bring a touch of timeless elegance to a story set in a luxurious underground bunker as the world above succumbs to climate... MORE

Sustainable Furniture Certifications

Artisan Furniture Received a Sustainability Patent From UKIPO

Artisan Furniture, headquartered in Westminster, has secured its first UK patent from the UK Intellectual Property Office (UKIPO) for an innovative knockdown (KD) furniture mechanism. This mechanism... MORE

Ice Pop-Inspired Beverages

Accelerator Active Energy X Travis Kelce Team Up to Unveil a New Flavor

Accelerator Active Energy just launched its latest flavor, ‘Orange Ice Pop,’ with Kansas City Chiefs superstar Travis Kelce bringing the excitement to life in a laugh-out-loud campaign.... MORE

Farm Leadership Programs

The National Farm Leadership Program Begins on January 27, 2025

The National Farm Leadership Program aims to enhance leadership skills for farmers and agricultural professionals. This program focuses on developing key attributes like self-awareness, communication,... MORE

Bed Rotting

Gen Z and younger Millennial consumers engage in "bed rotting" as a form of self-care

Trend - "Bed rotting," a new trend sweeping TikTok, involves staying in bed for extended periods to engage in passive activities like eating snacks, watching TV, and scrolling through devices. This trend is particularly popular among Generation Z, who are increasingly turning to this form of self-care to combat burnout.

Insight - Gen Z is leading the charge for mental well-being. This generation is acutely aware of the pressures and demands of modern life, leading them to seek out unconventional methods of relaxation that allow for complete mental and physical disengagement. By normalizing the idea of taking extended breaks to simply rest, Gen Z is challenging societal norms that equate busyness with success.

Workshop Question - How can our brand create value by addressing the Gen Z desire for unconventional self-care and mental well-being practices?

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