# Restaurant Chain Makeup Palettes Olive Garden's Makeup Palette Pranked Fans on Twitter By Ell Smith | Published 2018-08-06 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/olive-gardens-makeup-palette References: [teenvogue](https://www.teenvogue.com/story/olive-garden-teases-makeup-palette-twitter) & [twitter](https://twitter.com/olivegarden/status/1024349848554881024/photo/1?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1024349848554881024&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.teenvogue.com%2Fstory%2Folive-garden-teases-makeup-palette-twitter) Olive Garden is adored for its family friendly atmosphere and [unlimited breadsticks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/olive-garden-never-ending-pasta-bowl) but now, the famed restaurant chain is teasing fans by humorously posting an unconventional product offering on its [Twitter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/golden-super-combo-pizza) page-- an Olive Garden [Makeup Palette](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shine-foundation-and-cheekbone-beauty) that's inspired by the flavors of the eatery. Menu meets makeup in this unexpected but aesthetically pleasing palette, which features humorous shade names like "Marinara Rouge," "Fierce Fettuccini," "Breadstick Bronzer" and "Parmigiana Perfection," to name a few. The unique palette would be perfect for those looking for something a little quirkier to add to their vanity, however the chain claims the photo is just a harmless prank. When asked by users about the legitimacy of the palette, the brand responded "nope. but we're thinking it should be." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 47% | Activity: 19% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Humor](https://www.trendhunter.com/humor) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Menu-inspired Makeup:** The trend of creating makeup palettes inspired by food menus offers an exciting opportunity for beauty brands to tap into the novelty factor and attract a wider customer base. - **Humorous Brand Pranks:** The trend of brands playfully pranking their customers on social media platforms presents an opportunity for businesses to engage with their audience in a lighthearted and memorable way, increasing brand awareness and customer loyalty. - **Unconventional Product Offerings:** The trend of introducing unconventional products, like a makeup palette from a restaurant chain, allows companies to demonstrate creativity and uniqueness, attracting attention and creating buzz around their brand. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Beauty & Cosmetics:** The beauty and cosmetics industry can explore the trend of menu-inspired makeup palettes to create innovative and playful products that appeal to food lovers and makeup enthusiasts alike. - **Social Media & Marketing:** The social media and marketing industry can leverage the trend of humorous brand pranks to create engaging content that generates buzz, increases brand visibility, and fosters meaningful connections with the target audience. - **Food & Dining:** The food and dining industry can consider the trend of unconventional product offerings, like makeup palettes, to diversify revenue streams and expand brand reach by exploring partnerships and collaborations with beauty and lifestyle brands. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Meal-Inspired Lip Balms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smac-and-cheese.md) - [Pasta-Themed Pool Noodles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/olive-garden-pool-noodles.md) - [Grocery-Themed Holiday Cosmetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/benemart.md) - [Retro Cartoon Makeup Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rude-cosmetics.md) - [Sauce-Inspired Moisturizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moisturizing-sauce.md) - [Cheeky Food-Made Beauty Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spoof-beauty-range.md) - [Layered Lasagna-Inspired Desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chocolate-lasagna.md) - [Cookie Tin Beauty Palettes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/creative-beauty-palette.md) - [Exclusive Biscuit Breadsticks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheddar-bay-breadsticks.md)