July pop culture trends reveal a significant impact of entertainment and media on product development and marketing strategies. Brands are increasingly drawing inspiration from popular movies, TV shows, and video games to create appealing products that resonate with fans. Examples include superhero-inspired popcorn buckets, anime-inspired jewelry collections, and interactive video game-themed tours. These products tap into the cultural significance of entertainment franchises, engaging consumers who are passionate about their favorite genres and characters.
Another notable trend is the collaboration with celebrities and influencers. By partnering with well-known personalities, brands leverage their popularity to enhance visibility and credibility. Celebrity beauty brands, influencer-backed lip products, and rapper-backed smoothie kiosk expansions are prime examples of how these collaborations attract attention and drive sales. These partnerships not only broaden the reach of products but also create a sense of authenticity and trust among consumers.
By capitalizing on entertainment influences and celebrity collaborations, businesses are effectively engaging with pop culture to stay relevant and appealing in a competitive market.
Top 85 Pop Culture Trends in July
From Tomato-Inspired Clutches to Upcoming Inclusive Doll Films:
Grace Mahas — Jul 4, 2024 — Pop Culture
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Cartoon-Inspired Chunky Shoes
XyberDreams Creates The 925 Inspired by Spongebob Squarepants
83
Superhero-Inspired Popcorn Buckets
The Deadpool & Wolverine Popcorn Bucket is Comical
82
Mischievous Animation Clogs
TheMinions x Crocs Classic Clog Celebrates Despicable Me 4
81
Anime-Inspired Jewelry Collections
King Ice Collaborates on a Pokémon Jewelry Collection
80
Mischievous Nail Polish Collections
The Sally Hansen x Despicable Me 4 Collection is Playful
79
Comic Book Hero Collectibles
Mattel Celebrates Iconic Comic Book Heroes with a New Line-Up
78
AI-Powered Content Creation Platforms
Niloom.ai's Platform for Creating AR/VR Content Uses AI
77
Celebrity-Backed Used Furniture Sales
Kaiyo Collaborates with Sonja Morgan from Real Housewives
76
Drop-Shaped Perfume Bottles
Marilyn Monroe Inspired the Limited-Edition No. 5 L'Eau de Chanel
75
Celebrity Beauty Brands
Goop's Colorblur Glow Balms are Nourishing for the Skin
74
Movement-Inspired Brand Partnerships
On Has Announced a Multi-Year Partnership with Zendaya
73
Innovative Toy Creations
Fun In Motion Toys Launches TECTI, a Kinetic Building System Toy
72
Icon-Led Travel Experiences
Airbnb Icons Offers Experiences Hosted by Icons in Music, Film, & More
71
Streaming Series Games
Netflix Stories Invites Viewers to Participate in Their Own Adventures
70
Free Pizza Promotions
Boston Pizza Committed to Free Pizzas If the Edmonton Hockey Team Wins
69
Next-Gen News Apps
Shades is a News and Culture App for Gen Z and Gen Alpha
68
Exclusive Espresso Ice Creams
Van Leeuwen Ice Cream & Sabrina Carpenter Made an Espresso Flavor
67
Cosmopolitan-Inspired Drinkware
The Absolut x Paris Hilton Cosmo Collection Shares All-Pink Styles
66
Volumetric Video Creation Tools
Gracia AI Raised $1.2 Million to Bolster its AI Video Tools
65
Elevated Streetwear Auctions
TEAM WANG Design & JOOPITER Gear up to Launch TEAM JOOPITER
64
Nostalgic Sitcom Donuts
Krispy Kreme's Friends Donuts Capture Iconic Sayings and Moments
63
AI-Generated TV Shows
Showrunner Lets Fans Create User-Generated Episodes
62
Immersive Entertainment Venues
Netflix Houses Feature Eateries, Experiential Activities & More
61
Glam Pickleball Paddles
The Barbie x Nettie Pickleball Collection Brings Color to the Court
60
Baseball-Inspired Premium Moonshines
Central Standard Craft Distillery Partners with Corey Hart
59
Intimate Wellness Hotlines
Playground Launched Pillow Talk with the 1-888-PLY-GRND Campaign
58
Presenter-Approved Furniture Ranges
Stacey Solomon at ScS is Inspired by the Presenter's Cottage
57
Candy-Supported Movie Events
M&M's® Partners with Outdoor Summer Movie Events in Canada
56
Anime-Inspired Celeb-Backed Backpack Designs
The Sprayground x Soulja Boy Collab is Playful
55
Cartoon-Inspired Snack Cakes
Mr Kipling Banana Slices Celebrate Despicable Me 4
54
Tomato-Inspired Clutches
A Meme Inspired an Unconventional LOEWE Tomato Accessory
53
Interactive Video Game-Themed Tours
The Play Nintendo Tour Runs from June 13 to September 2, 2024
52
Vibrant Flower Puzzle Sets
LEGO Introduces New Sets to the Botanical Collection
51
Cinematic Superhero Frozen Pizzas
DiGiorno and Marvel Studios Teamed Up for Themed Pizzas
50
Organic Vitamin C Serums
KORA Organics' Brightening Serum Features the Richest Source of Vitamin C
49
Literature-Inspired Sculptural Lamps
Loft & Thought Designed the Morri 1 Light Table Lamp for Troy
48
Southern Rock-Inspired Guitar Designs
Gibson Collaborates with Charlie Starr of Blackberry Smoke
47
Beloved Cartoon-Inspired Coins
The Royal Australian Mint Presents Official Bluey Coins
46
Inluencer-Backed Lip Products
U Beauty and Tinx Launch the Plasma Lip Compound Tinted in Rom Com
45
Immersive Sci-Fi Metaverses
Futureverse & Ready Player One Creators Establish Readyverse Studios
44
Inaugural Anime-Inspired Retail Stores
HYPLAND Reccently Debuted Its First Retail Store in LA
43
Artist-Approved Cannabis Strains
Tinashe & RYTHM Premium Cannabis Announce the Green T Strain
42
Californian Canned Cocktails
Cali Cocktails Share the Taste of Agave Wine and Crisp Carbonation
41
Video Game Travel Merchandise
The Nintendo Super Mario Travel Items are Arriving for Summer
40
Actor-Supported High Jewelry Campaigns
BULGARI Debuts Zendaya & Anne Hathaway for Eternally Reborn
39
Boy Band-Inspired Summer Partnerships
Atypique Partners with AJ Mclean of the Backstreet Boys
38
Donut Inspired Ad Campaigns
Dunkin' Donuts New Ad Campaign is Called Dunkin'Terns
37
Bat-Inspired Collector Watch Sets
Kross Studio Showcases a Series of Batman-Themed Watches
36
Sleepy Anime Character Merch
Pokémon Sleep x Family Mart Features Sleeping Pokémon Characters
35
Curated Plushie Subscription Boxes
YumeTwins Boasts Kawaii Plushies, Home Goods, and More
34
Indigenous Artist-Inspired Postal Stamps
Canada Post Has Introduced a Stamp to Honor Elisapie
33
Horror Movie Tie-In Games
A Quiet Place is Receiving a Game on Modern Platforms
32
Anime-Collaborative QSR Menus
McDonald's Japan Joins Kiki's Delivery Service on New Burgers
31
Upcoming Inclusive Doll Films
Netflix is Launching Mattel's Black Barbie Origin Story
30
Film-Inspired Bright Doll Houses
Mattel Creations Unveils the Mini Mojo Dojo Casa House
29
Pocket-Sized Blush Sticks
Rhode Pocket Blush Makes Cream Blush Ready to Grab and Go
28
Football-Themed Pizza Promotions
Little Caesars & NFL Debut HOT-N-READY Giveaways & Getaways
27
Community-Focused Movie Screenings
'Join or Die' Screenings Aims to Foster Real-Life Connections
26
Hot Pepper-Flavored Vodkas
Spirit of Gallo Has Introduced the New Collaborative Heat Check
25
Comprehensive Modern Fitness Studios
KINRGY Opens Its First Physical Studio in West Hollywood
24
Democratic AI Initiatives
AI Layer Labs & the 6079 Movement Advocate for a Democratic Future in AI
23
Cartoon Reporter-Inspired Football Kits
The Belgian Away Kit is Made with Inspiration from Tintin
22
Dynamic Anniversary-Honoring Campaigns
Claire's Launches the Hello Kitty, Hello World Campaign
21
Aromatic Household Deodorants
Homecourt's Room Deodorants Neutralize Kitchen and Bathroom Odors
20
Comfortable Matte Lipstics
Rare Beauty by Selena Gomez Boasts the Kind Words Matte Lipstick
19
Sleek Convertible Puzzle Sets
LEGO Unveils a Lamborghini Countach 5000 Quattrovalvole
18
Empowering Mental Health Football Ads
adidas Debuts Short Film 'You Got This'
17
Band-Inspired Collectible Figurines
BTS Gts Turned into Collectible Minion Funko Pop! Figures
16
Rapper-Backed Smoothie Kiosk Expansions
2 Chainz and Smoothie King Partner Up to Open a Kiosk
15
Film-Inspired Dessert Campaigns
EDWARDS® Desserts Has Collaborated with Actor Jason Biggs
14
Nationwide Sandwich Debates
Cognito Forms Asks Americans: Is a Hot Dog a Sandwich?
13
Legendary Stylist Salons
John Steinberg and Associates Opens a New Salon on Dundas West in Toronto
12
Total Body Optimization Programs
Centr Introduces the Inspiring Centr Circuit: Elevate Program
11
Gym-Specific Music Licensing Services
FITRADIO Has Launched a New Music Licensing Service
10
Japanese TV Adaptation Series
The Yakuza SEGO Game Series will be Adapted to a Show by Amazon
9
Clean Caffeine Seltzers
HARD C.R.E.A.M. Seltzer Wu-Tang Edition Replenishes Without "Junk"
8
Heavy Metal-Inspired Guitar Accessories
Gibson Introduces the Dave Mustaine Strap & Strings Line
7
Sustainable Pop Album Packaging
Billie Eilish is Releasing an Eco-Friendly Album Design
6
Pioneering Podcast Creator Networks
Rich Roll is Launching a Network Called Voicing Change Media
5
Organic Wine Tasting Initiatives
Avaline & Williams Sonoma Mark the Start of the Summer Season
4
Celebrity-Endorsed Ice Cream
Sabrina Carpenter is Set to Release Espresso-Flavored Ice Cream
3
Puzzle Animated Biopic Trailers
LEGO and Pharrell Unveil the Piece by Piece Trailer
2
Hybrid Protection Services
Crisis24 Has Launched the Crisis24 Private Strategic Group
1
Alumni-Celebrating Club Initiatives
BGC Canada Introduces Its Inaugural Alumni Hall of Fame
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Protective Snacking Pants
The Ore-Ida Tot-Protecting Pants Safeguard Beloved Potato Bites
AI-Generated Sports Campaigns
Paris Saint-Germain Launched a Fully AI-Generated Campaign
Upcycled Film Camera Designs
The FOTOFOTO OM-1 Presents a Revolutionary Camera Design
Superhero-Inspired Popcorn Buckets
The Deadpool & Wolverine Popcorn Bucket is Comical
Collaborative Donut-Inspired Sneaker Designs
The Tim Hortons x adidas Sneakers are Ultra-Playful
Nostalgic Computer Graphic Cameras
Retrospekt and Polaroid Collaborated on a New Camera
Immersive Travel-Friendly Speakers
TRIBIT Launches Upgraded StormBox 2 Portable Bluetooth Speaker
Modern Slow Dog Feeders
The Wild One Slow Feeder is Practical and Aesthetically Pleasing
Game-Enhancing AI Assistants
NVIDIA G-Assist can Tune a Computer or Provide Helpful Hints
Mischievous Nail Polish Collections
The Sally Hansen x Despicable Me 4 Collection is Playful
Italian-Inspired Summer Wines
Bella Sirena Launches Italian Falanghina
Adaptive Outdoor Living Trailers
The Karoo Adventure Camping Trailer Expands Upon Arrival
Stealthy Luxe Sneaker Collaborations
MM6 Maison Margiela Takes on the Salomon X-Alp shoe
Cartoonish Nail Polish Lines
Mooncat Collaborates With The Powerpuff Girls on a Polish Collection
AI-Powered Content Creation Platforms
Niloom.ai's Platform for Creating AR/VR Content Uses AI
Half-Frame Film Cameras
The Pentax 17 Has a Magnesium Body Construction
Whisky Shooter Golf Clubs
The Fireball Fire Iron Conceals Five Cinnamon Whisky Shooters
Festival-Ready Fashion Rentals
The Festival Closet by IHG x Pickle Lets Guests Rent Looks for Free
Fiberglass Paneled Compact Campers
The Autopian Designs the Romini Camper for Island Plastics
GenAI Brand Films
The Origin of Toys"R"Us Brand Film Was Made with OpenAI's Sora Tool
Life-Size LEGO Cars
LEGO Debuts a McLaren Formula 1 Car at the Canadian Grand Prix
Seltzer-Inspired Fashion Collections
1987label and Truly Hard Seltzer Have Joined Forces
Movement-Inspired Brand Partnerships
On Has Announced a Multi-Year Partnership with Zendaya
All-in-One Travel Coffee Systems
The AeroPress Go Plus Uses the Brand's Three-in-One Technology
Beautified Community Spaces
Sephora Canada's Beauty at The Bentway Revitalizes Outdoor Space
Wellness-Centric Credit Cards
Wells Fargo &Mastercard Debut the Attune℠ World Elite Mastercard®
Streaming Series Games
Netflix Stories Invites Viewers to Participate in Their Own Adventures
Video Game Fruit Snacks
Betty Crocker Minecraft Fruit Flavored Snacks Come in Six Shapes
Cinematic GenAI Campaigns
The Know-It Alls by Perplexity is a Movie-Style Trailer
Mecha-Style Travel Chargers
The ARSMEL 'VisaPro' Delivers 160W of Power to Three Devices
Retro Burger Video Games
Chili's Big Smasher BurgerTime Immerses Fans in a Reinvented Arcade Game
Savory Onigiri Croissants
Cafe W's Croissant Hybrids Play with Flavors Like Mayo and Pollack Roe
Mystery Flavor Milkshakes
f'real's Mystery Flavor is an Indulgent, Nostalgic Treat for Gen Z
Electric Vehicle Camping Mattresses
The Snuuzu Mattress Fits Neatly Inside a Tesla Model Y or 3
AI-Generated TV Shows
Showrunner Lets Fans Create User-Generated Episodes
Elevated Sleek Versatile Stools
Josh Owen's Archived SOS Stool is Revived by Heller
Small Space Gaming Soundbars
The OXS S2 Thunder Lite Will Transform the Desktop Gaming Experience
Premium Thin Mountain Bikes
SCOR Mountain Bikes Debuted the 6080 Z with an Improved 2025 Model
Performance Pickleball Apparel
Stack Athletics' Summer Collection Keeps Players Cool on the Court
Sun Care Concierges
The Supergoop! Concierge Matches Protective Formulas to Individual Needs
Non-Sticky Glowing Cosmetics
Maybelline Sunkisser Liquid Blush and Bronzer Creates a Natural Glow
Interactive Video Game-Themed Tours
The Play Nintendo Tour Runs from June 13 to September 2, 2024
Dessert-Inspired Candy Experiences
HI-CHEW Unveils Dessert Mix With A New York Pop-Up Event
Enchanting Mediterranean Swim Collections
Bydee Presents the Casa Del Sol Collection
Stitched Breathable Technical Sneakers
The Broken Arm Forms the Salomon Rx Travel 6.0
Comprehensive Wellness Retreats
Alo Moves Partners with Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal
Seasonal Anime Cafe Menus
The Latest Pronto Pokémon Menu Items Have Beach and Mountain Themes
Accessible Condiment Lids
Chilau Foods Adopts Its EEASY Lid for Better Accessibility
Eco-Friendly Pencils
Sprout World Launches Eco-Friendly Plantable Pencils
Southern Rock-Inspired Guitar Designs
Gibson Collaborates with Charlie Starr of Blackberry Smoke
Slushie-Inspired Snack Cones
The Drumstick Slurpee Cone Mashes Up Fan-Favorite Indulgences
Holistic Longevity Wellness Programs
Preamble Focuses on Healthspan & Longevity with New Program
Pride Month Nail Polishes
The Sally Hansen x Pride Limited Edition Collection Supports GLAAD
Zesty Soda-Inspired Condiments
The 7UP Condiment Range Was Created in Partnership with Twisted
Cocktail-Inspired Wine Collections
Oliver Winery Launches Its New Signature Cocktail Collection
Mint Chocolate Toothpastes
Hismile's Chocolate Mint-Flavored Toothpaste is Rich & Refreshing
Liqueur-Inspired Dessert Sauces
Baileys Caramel Sauce Blends the Liqueur with Rich Sweetness
Independence Day Donut Lineups
The Krispy Kreme Star Spangled Sweetness Collection is Patriotic
Sommelier-Crafted Coffees
Kloo's Q Grader Concentrate is the First of its Kind
Charming Traditional Tiny Homes
Baluchon Designs the La Maison du Bonheur Home
In-Game Assistive AI Chatbots
NVIDIA Presents the New G-Assist Demo Chatbot for Gamers
Hardware Replication Gaming Handhelds
The Chromatic from ModRetro Uses FPGA to Play GameBoy Games
Queer-Inspired Cannabis Collections
Stone Road Farms Introduces Its QUEER ALL YEAR Collection
Public Pickleball Clubs
Fairgrounds is Opening New Sporting Clubs to Keep Older Consumers Active
Colorful Textile-Inspired Design Projects
Yinka Ilori Debuts Projects at ART on THE MART & NeoCon
Inclusive Eco Salons
Chatters’ New Location Actively Diverts Salon-Generated Beauty Waste
Upcoming Inclusive Doll Films
Netflix is Launching Mattel's Black Barbie Origin Story
Late-Night Fast Food Restaurants
White Castle is Strengthening Its Night Castle Brand
Citrusy Vanilla Shakes
Smalls Sliders Has a New Smorange Dreamsicle Shake for Summer
$100K Summer Swimming Job
Online Marketplace Swimply is Hiring a Chief Pools Officer
Woody Eco Fragrances
Replay's Green on Me Responds to the Needs of New Generations
Healthy Living Home Monitors
The Ultrahuman Home Device Monitors the Home Environment
Comforting Disney Water Bottles
Uber x Pixar Release Inside Out 2 Emotional Support Water Bottle
Wizard-Themed Board Games
The Monopoly Harry Potter Edition is Hogwarts-Inspired
Dynamic Layered Patterning Shoes
Vans Presents the Dramatic Premium Clash the Wall Shoes
Community-Focused Movie Screenings
'Join or Die' Screenings Aims to Foster Real-Life Connections
Celebratory Pink-Hued Donuts
The Voodoo Doughnut $10 Pink Raised Glazed Dozen is a Sweet Deal
Burger Brand Catering Menus
The Habit Burger Grill Launched a Catering Program with ezCater
Calorie-Conscious Ice Cream Sticks
Skinny Dream Ice Creams Have 83-Calories or Less Each
Iconic Auto LEGOs
The LEGO® Icons Vehicle Collection Welcomes an Iconic Lamborghini Model
Sustainable Hickory Syrups
Falling Bark Farm Leverages Fallen Bark of the Shagbark Hickory Tree.
Lightweight 24-Hour Lipsticks
Revlon ColorStay Limitless Matte Liquid Lipstick is 100% Vegan
Footballer-Backed NFC Bottles
Joe Montana and Gold Bar Debut a New Interactive Fan Experience
Collaborative AI-Accelerated Handhelds
MSI Unveiled the Claw 8 AI Plus and Fallout Edition
Black-Owned Restaurant Initiatives
Pepsi Dig In Brings Back Its Restaurant Royalty Program
Pickleball-Friendly Speakers
The Speaqua Barnacle Pro 2.0 is a Waterproof Mounting Speaker
Foot Health Collaborations
VivoBarefoot Has Partnered with Naboso to Promote Health
Tree-Free Sustainable Packaging
Craste Uses Crop Residue to Create Eco-Friendly Packaging
Waterproof Acrylic Pens
Ohuhu Launxhes Kakaako Dual Nib Waterproof Acrylic Pens
Ice Cream-Inspired Cannabis Candies
Insa Black Raspberry Ice Cream Chocolate Has a Purplish Hue
Digital Fitness Professional Platforms
Sweatbase Offers a Comprehensive Experience
Smart Reusable Fish Crates
IFCO's Marina Uses Bluetooth Tags & QR Codes to Collect Real-Time Data
Yeast Protein Egg Alternatives
This revyve Egg Replacer Enhances Plant-Based Burger Texture
Sleek Convertible Puzzle Sets
LEGO Unveils a Lamborghini Countach 5000 Quattrovalvole
Empowering Mental Health Football Ads
adidas Debuts Short Film 'You Got This'
Band-Inspired Collectible Figurines
BTS Gts Turned into Collectible Minion Funko Pop! Figures
Robot Character Digital Games
Sony Introduces the New Astro Bot Adventure Game
Preventative Wellbeing Retreats
EQ Offers a Comprehensive Approach to Enhancing Personal Wellbeing
Berry-Flavored QSR Ice Creams
Wendy's Triple Berry Frosty Has a Fruit-Forward Flavor for Summer
Doughnut Day Beverage Promotions
Dunkin' Celebrates National Doughnut Day with a New Promotion
Honeycomb Paper Mailers
Ranpak Unveils a New Curbside-Recyclable Eco-Friendly Climaliner Plus
Historical Architecture Game Blocks
LEGO Unveils the Notre-Dame de Paris Set
Prepackaged Teatime Cakes
Mr Kipling Strawberries & Cream Fancies are Familiar and Convenient
Kid-Friendly Headphones
Tronsmart's Headphones for Kids are Foldable, Durable and Comfortable
Teen Fitness Programs
GoodLife Fitness Introduces Teen Memberships
Insect-Inspired Strategy Games
The Empire of the Ants Game is Set to Arrive in November
Free Airport Menstruation Products
The Victoria Airport Authority Offers Joni's Menstrual Products
Savory Pretzel Toppings
Topzels Turn a Favorite Snack into a Versatile Topping
Celebratory Dad Donut Gifts
Duck Donuts Father's Day Donuts Come in the Dad Dozen or Half Dozen
Summer Travel Soda Promotions
Shloer and On the Beach Partnered on a New Summer Promotion
Self-Expression Docu-Series
e.l.f. Beauty's Show Your(s)e.l.f Shares Stories of Bold Disruptors
Creamy Croissant-Style Donuts
Eggs Up Grill Just Added Strawberries & Cream Croissant-Style Donuts
Building-Cooling Construction Materials
Nuvoco Vistas Launches an Eco-Friendly Product Material
Ukraine Landmark Puzzle Sets
United24 and LEGO Present a New Set Reflecting Ukraine's Landmark
Sweet Summery Smoothie Menus
These Juice It Up! Summer Drinks are Limited-Edition
Grab-and-Go Peanut Snacks
The KP Snack Packs Honey Roast Peanuts Come in Five-Serving Multipacks
Sustainable Idol-Finding Apps
Maharashtra Pollution Control Board Unveils a New Ganesha App
Goal-Oriented Health Apps
The 'Bright' App Offers a Holistic View of One's Health
Action-Focused VR Games
Skydance's Behemoth is a Large-Scale Action Game for the Quest 3
Female Athlete Nutrition Ranges
ATHENA Sports Nutrition Supports the Needs of Athletic Women
Eco-Friendly Fashion Color Dyes
Cone Denim Launches an Eco-Friendly Color Dyeing Technology
Sustainable Smart Trailers
Drōv Technologies Partners with ABF Freight to Debut a Smart Trailer
Play-Encouraging Intational Holidays
The UN Officially Marks the Inaugural Day of Play
Eco-Conscious Workshop Experiences
Six Senses Vana Celebrates Environment Day with its Earth Lab
Puzzle Animated Biopic Trailers
LEGO and Pharrell Unveil the Piece by Piece Trailer
Eco-Minded Bridal Styles
Eastman and Reformation Unveil a New Sustainable Bridal Capsule
Elevated Boardwalk Fare
Snackville Brings Reimagined Culinary Concepts to Santa Monica Pier
Creative Hollywood-Themed Games
'Greenlight' Tasks Players with Pitching Ideas to Studio Heads
Timber Pared-Back Furniture Series
John Pawson Designs the Pawson Furniture Collection
Turtles-Inspired Stamp Designs
The U.S. Postal Service Released Protect Sea Turtles Forever
Cost-Efficient Sustainable Bags
Paragon Debuts a New Range of Garbage Bags Made with Plastic Waste
Playfully Plush Collaborative Furniture
Faye Toogood + Poltrona Frau Join on the Squash Collection