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# Rodeo-Inspired Cherry Fashion
Pepsi x Samii Ryan Infuses Rodeo-Core with Wild Cherry Flavor

By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2025-07-12 | Marketing
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pepsi-x-samii-ryan
References: [prnewswire](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/pepsi-cola-and-samii-ryan-launch-limited-edition-pepsi-wild-cherry-capsule-blending-rodeo-inspired-fashion-with-iconic-flavor-302502440.html) & [SamiiRyan](http://www.SamiiRyan.com/)

[Pepsi](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pepsi-wild-cherry-cream) [Wild Cherry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pepsi-wild-cherry) was first introduced in 1988 and since then, it's become a favorite flavor, especially among Millennials and Gen Z, so much so that it inspired the Pepsi x Samii Ryan capsule collection with a rodeo-inspired twist. This exclusive collaboration between Pepsi and the beloved streetwear brand associated with happiness and authenticity features standout designs like vintage-style denim jackets, graphic t-shirts and accessories accented with cherry-red hues and retro motifs. Aesthetically, the whole of the Pepsi x Samii Ryan capsule collection fuses [Y2K](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/juicy-peach-flavor) nostalgia and rodeo-core with the bright and joyful essence of Pepsi Wild Cherry's bold, sweet, classic flavor.

The limited-edition Pepsi x Samii Ryan collection is now exclusively available on Samii Ryan's site and via select specialty retailers.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 5.6/10
- Popularity: 56% | Activity: 68% | Freshness: 45%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial
- Top markets: North America

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## Key Themes

### What Makes This Trend Stand Out

- **Rodeo-core Fashion Revival:** The fusion of rodeo-inspired designs with modern streetwear signifies a resurgence of western aesthetics in fashion, appealing to younger generations seeking unique and nostalgic style expressions.
- **Flavor-infused Apparel:** Integrating food and beverage flavors into fashion collections represents a new way of creating emotionally resonant and multisensory consumer experiences.
- **Y2K Nostalgia in Streetwear:** The continued incorporation of Y2K themes in fashion highlights a growing demand for nostalgia-driven apparel among Millennials and Gen Z, offering vibrant and playful takes on past trends.

### Sectors Adopting This

- **Streetwear Fashion:** Collaborations that blend classic streetwear silhouettes with unexpected themes and motifs suggest new opportunities for brands to diversify their offerings and reach niche markets.
- **Beverage-branded Merchandise:** By expanding into fashion, beverage brands can strengthen their cultural relevance and consumer engagement through lifestyle products that embody their brand essence.
- **Nostalgia-driven Retail:** Retail experiences centered around nostalgia appeal offer brands a way to connect with consumers' emotions, leading to enhanced brand loyalty and repeat engagement.

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