The May 2019 pop culture trends incorporate series-themed apparel and collector's items, classic board games with modernized themes, politically charged cocktail menus, and much more.
One novelty highlight includes the Hot Pocket Sleeping Bag that was created by ThinkGeek, which is made to look just like the microwaveable cheese-filled snacks -- complete with a variation of the heat-safe sleeve that features the all the cooking instructions needed.
Another feature comes from MAC, with the beauty brand reintroducing the original Viva Glam shade that honors iconic drag queen and TV personality Ru Paul. The updated launch was done to highlight the brand's charity expansion, with profits from the Viva Glam shades now extended to women and LGBTQ+ organizations, in addition to the support it provides to those diagnosed with HIV/AIDS.
Top 100 Pop Culture Trends in May
From Nostalgic Horror-Themed Bars to Festival-Ready Soda Apparel:
Riley von Niessen — May 25, 2019 — Pop Culture
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Authentic Grass Slippers
Somersby Released Slippers Made from Real Grass
99
Life Simulation-Inspired Lookbooks
The Moschino Sims 4 Collection Takes Cues from the Iconic Game
98
Lazy Summer-Inspired Graphic Tees
Uniqlo Launches a Range of Gudetama Tees for the Summer Months
97
Superhero-Themed Basketball Shoes
Marvel Studios and adidas Basketball Drops Heroes Among Us Pack
96
Sci-Fi Film Graphic T-Shirts
The Uniqlo UT x Star Wars Range Drops and Features Signature Visuals
95
Hand-Drawn Vintage Apparel
Top Shelf Premium and Matt Faust Join Forces on a SS19 Capsule
94
Fantastical Food Promotions
Wendy's Game of Thrones Promotion Combines Elements of Fire & Ice
93
Korean Cartoon Colorful Sneakers
Vans Adorns the Kakao Friends on Sneakers With Hyunye's Help
92
Festival-Ready Soda Apparel
Forever 21 Now Offers a Wide Range of Pepsi Clothing and Accessories
91
Anime-Inspired Techwear Editorials
Cloudburst's New Lookbook Draws Inspiration from Akira's Comic
90
Wearable Anti-Spoiler Buttons
This Set of Buttons Helps Fans Avoid Game of Thrones Spoilers
89
Multiplayer Music Apps
Childish Gambino's PHAROS AR Invites Users to Embark on a Virtual Journey
88
K-Pop Star-Designed Streetwear
PEACEMINUSONE Joins fragment Design on a Collaborative Range
87
Superhero Movie Streetwear Items
BAPE and Marvel Comics Celebrate the Launch of New Movie
86
Superhero-Themed QSR Posters
Jollibee Debuts an Avenger-Inspired Poster Ahead of Film Release
85
Soda Brand-Inspired Apparel Designs
Coca-Cola and atmos LAB Join Forces on a Collaborative Range
84
Psychedelic Tie-Dye Band Shirts
NOT / APPLICABLE's Tie-Dye Grateful Dead Shirts Honor the 70s
83
Superhero-Motif Graphic Tees
atmos LAB Joins Marvel For Tees Adorned with Marvel Characters
82
High-End Fantasy Menswear
John Varvatos Created a Collection of Game of Thrones Clothing for Men
81
Perspective-Based Card Games
Authentic Agility Launches a Superb Card Game for Game Night
80
Superhero-Themed Tonal Runners
Jen Bartel Designs New AM4 Sneakers Honoring Avengers: Endgame
79
Esports-Centric Pop-Up Fan Events
Mastercard Delivers a League of Legends Experience to Players
78
Shipping Container-Built Toronto Neighborhoods
stackt is a New Cultural & Community Hub in Toronto
77
Film-Honoring Retro Sneakers
Reebok's Alien Fighter Bishop Celebrates 40 Years of the Film Alien
76
User-Designed Edgy Clog Designs
The Goth Crocs by @garbage_b0y are Gaining Viral Attention
75
Extravagantly Luxurious Casino Spaces
Palms Casino Resort Looks Toward Multi-Purpose Entertainment
74
Cartoon Monochromatic Capsules
The THUNDERBOLT PROJECT BY FRGMT & POKÉMON Range Prepares to Launch
73
Anti-Ageism Magazine Covers
British Vogue and L'Oreal Collaborated on a Special 'Non-Issue'
72
Reimagined Fantasy Show Artworks
HBO Launches an Initiative That Boasts Game of Thrones Artwork
71
Horror Film Board Games
IT Monopoly Features a Custom Game Board and Accessories
70
Immersive Horror-Themed Activations
The I Like Scary Movies Experience Celebrates Nostalgic Films
69
Backfired April Fool's Pranks
Mcdonald's Prank -- the McPickle Burger, Took an Unexpected Turn
68
Translucent Baseball Team Sculptures
Daniel Arsham Launches a Cast-Rasin New York Yankees Hat
67
Nostalgic Artist Cereals
FYE's 'Bob Ross: The Joy of Cereal' is a Calming Novelty Breakfast
66
Street Party-Inspired Malt Beverages
Smirnoff Ice's Limited-Edition Range Celebrates Latin America
65
Superhero-Themed Camo Streetwear
BAPE Fully Unveils the DC Comics Collection Full of Camo Prints
64
Dragon Egg Ice Creams
These Ice Cream Dragon Eggs Celebrate Game of Thrones
63
Cartoon Rabbit Graphic Streetwear
Pop Trading Company's New Range Spotlights Miffy Bunny
62
Fantasy Series Coffee Drinks
This Game of Thrones-Themed Espresso Cream Latte is Limited-Edition
61
Cheeky Easter Treats
'Bunny Farts' is an Easter-Themed Bag of Cotton Candy
60
Honorary Baseball Player Beers
Budweiser is Selling a Jackie Robinson Beer for His 100th Birthday
59
Elevated Smoking Accessories
POUNDS' Branding and Packaging Avoids Common Cliches
58
Ambiguous Series Finale Posters
Game of Thrones Teases Fans with a Visual of Snow-Covered Bodies
57
Boutique Music Festival Experiences
Nameless Music Festival Attendees Can Stay at Lake Como
56
Nostalgic VHS Pop-Up Experiences
Marvel Studio's 'Stanley Video' is a Scavenger-Based Film Pop-Up
55
Symbolic Cheese Walls
Artist Cosimo Cavallaro is Building a Cheese Wall near the US-Mexico Border
54
Satirical Social Media Newspapers
Instagram's Viral 'Overheard LA' is Creating an 'Overheard Post'
53
eSports-Themed Blaster Toys
The Overwatch D.Va Nerf Rival Blaster Replicates the Game Accessory
52
Pizza Roll Sleeping Bags
The Hot Pocket Sleeping Bag Will Keep You Toasty Warm While Camping
51
Nostalgic Horror-Themed Bars
Nebraska's The Monster Club is Inspired by Retro Films and TV Shows
50
Comics-Themed Upscale Restaurant-Lounges
Figures Toronto is Inspired by the Superhero Narrative
49
Cartoon Character-Shaped Crackers
Pepperidge Farm Created limited-edition Goldfish for Toy Story 4
48
Enlightening Musician Cards
The Music Oracles Card Set Shares Wisdom From Iconic Celebrities
47
eSports-Inspired Gaming Apparel
Her Universe Debuts Overwatch and World of Warcraft Collaborations
46
Fantasy Series-Themed Feasts
TGI Fridays' Dragon-Slayer Feast Celebrates Game of Thrones
45
Fashionable Anime Plush Toys
The New Build-A-Bear Workshop Pokémon Characters are Stylish
44
Authenticated Fantasy Sneakers
The HBO Asia x SBTG Game of Thrones Sneakers Feature NFC Tags
43
Sensorial Electronic Music Festivals
2019's Bud Light Dreams Festival Will Take Place June 29-30
42
Gas Station Beauty Pop-Ups
The YSL Beauty Station Was One of Coachella's Instagram-Friendly Events
41
Poetry-Adorned Rapper Merchandise
Tupac's Estate Unveils a Series of Products with His Poetry
40
Experiential Media Pop-Ups
The YouTube House is an Experiential Destination in NYC
39
Iconic Lipstick Relaunches
RuPaul's Red Viva Glam Lipstick Shade is Making a Celebratory Comeback
38
Convenience Retailer AR Quests
7-Eleven is Promoting Pokémon: Detective Pikachu with Experiences
37
Fantastical Video Game Watches
ThinkGeek's Zelda Watch is an Exclusive Launch for Dedicated Gamers
36
Fantasy Series Coffee Mugs
These Game of Thrones Coffee Mugs Honor the Night's Watch
35
Shoppable Style Advice Platforms
H&M Group's 'Itsapark' Encourages Idea Exchanges
34
Retro Phone-Inspired Sneakers
PUMA and Motorola Join to Introduce the RS-X Motorola Sneaker
33
Galaxy-Themed Cola Bottles
Coca-Cola's New Galactic Bottles are a Nod to Star Wars
32
Fantastical Burger Menus
Shake Shack's Secret Game of Thrones Menu Must Be Ordered in Valyrian
31
Fleecy Bean Bag Onesies
ThinkGeek Releases a Product That is Ideal for the Couch Potato On-the-Go
30
Basketball Team-Inspired Sneakers
Reebok's New Instapump Fury OG References the Los Angeles Lakers
29
Celebrity-Created Teeth Whiteners
MOON Co-Created a Portable Oral Care Product with Kendall Jenner
28
Nostalgic Series Events
The Spellman House Was Recreated by UBC for the Premiere of Sabrina
27
TV Show-Themed Guitars
HBO and Fender Creates a Series of Game of Thrones Guitars
26
Cat Meme Kitty Litters
Scoop Away Partnered with Lil BUB on a Special Box of Cat Litter
25
Hockey-Inspired Dating Stats
This OkCupid Infographic Shares Dating Tips for Hockey Fans
24
Music Mogul-Created Streetwear
DJ Khaled Joins SNIPES on a Joint Capsule of Streetwear
23
Creator-Friendly Comedy Apps
'Bits' Helps Users Make, Share & Discover Short-Form Comedy Clips
22
Exclusive Mythical Loungewear
MeUndies' Dragon Collection Has Game of Thrones' Fire & Ice Themes
21
Transparency-Focused Fine Fragrances
Henry Rose Offers Full Ingredient Lists for Signature Scents
20
Exclusive eSports Backpacks
Sprayground's Fortnite Shark Royale Bag Hints at the Game's Storyline
19
Renaming Temporary Brand Initiatives
Stella Artois Switches to Isabella Artois for Empowerment
18
Site-Specific Sneaker Drops
Donald Glover is Sharing Unreleased Sneakers from Adidas at Coachella
17
Collaborative Cinematic Wines
Nocking Point Wines Created Wednesday Rosé with Jonathan Bennett
16
Elegant Rose Slip-On Shoes
adidas' Sabalo Slip Draws Inspiration from the First Female Team Rider
15
Songstress-Approved Tequilas
Próspero Tequila is Supported by Singer Rita Ora
14
Fantasy Series Chicken Wings
The Dragon Fire Wing Sauce Celebrates of Game of Thrones Series
13
Politically Charged Cocktail Menus
Blind Spot's Themed Cocktail Menu Takes Inspiration from Brexit
12
Immersive Singer Activations
The Billie Eilish Experience is a Shoppable Pop-Up with Spotify
11
Family-Focused Streaming Services
The Disney Plus Streaming Service will Cost Just $6.99 Per Month
10
Soap Opera-Style Furniture Ads
The Latest IKEA Commercial Pokes Fun at Soap Opera Programming
9
Athlete-Backed Limited Edition Basketballs
The Spalding X Kobe Bryant Boasts Mamba Snakeskin
8
Luxe Film-Derived Casino Contests
Palms Allows Individuals to Win Items from the Unstatus Quo Film
7
Post-Capitalist Streaming Platforms
Means TV Looks to Sever Entertainment Media's Corporate Ties
6
Nostalgic Horror TV Series
American Horror Story Themes Its Ninth Season After 80s Slasher Films
5
Exclusive Reading Subscriptions
Scribd Originals Gives Access to Experimental Content from Authors
4
Pixelated Nostalgic Horror Games
The Stranger Things 3 Game is Sure to Hype Fans Up for the Season
3
Cookie-Inspired Title Sequence Remakes
Oreo Markets Its Embossed Cookies with a GoT Trailer Remake
2
Long Weekend Island Festivals
Electric Island 2019 is Returning to Hanlan's Beach in Toronto
1
Dreamy 80s-Inspired Music Videos
Wallows' '1980s Horror Film' Mixes Romance and Nostalgia
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Youthful Lifestyle Teas
OFFBLAK Targets Millennials and Gen Z with Its Modern Tea Brand
Superhero-Themed Basketball Shoes
Marvel Studios and adidas Basketball Drops Heroes Among Us Pack
Modernized Old-School Sneakers
The Converse All Star Pro BB Sneaker is Made from Nike Quadfit Mesh
Hidden Pocket Suede Sneakers
adidas Launches a Purple Haze Samba Sneaker Celebrating 4/20
Collegiate-Influenced Streetwear
Harmony's USA Program Collection Boasts Ivy League Inspirations
Fantastical Food Promotions
Wendy's Game of Thrones Promotion Combines Elements of Fire & Ice
Festival-Ready Soda Apparel
Forever 21 Now Offers a Wide Range of Pepsi Clothing and Accessories
Street Art-Adorning Tees
BEAUTY & YOUTH UNITED ARROWS Spotlights Girl With Balloon With New Tees
Recycled Gen Z Fashion
PrettyLittleThing Launched a Colorful Recycled Clothing Collection
Fruity Infused Spirit Drinks
Smirnoff Infusions Come in Two Artisan-Inspired Flavors
Electrically Colorful Streetwear Collaborations
Wood Wood Delivers The Outside Collection for SS19
Wearable Anti-Spoiler Buttons
This Set of Buttons Helps Fans Avoid Game of Thrones Spoilers
Watercolor-Inspired Spring Fashion
The New Tie-Dye Series by Maiden Noir Prepares for SS19
Cycling-Centric Streetwear Designs
The ADER SSENSE Cycling Club Dives Towards an Athletic Angle
Superhero Movie Streetwear Items
BAPE and Marvel Comics Celebrate the Launch of New Movie
Functional Technical Padded Gilets
A-COLD-WALL* Launches a Hooded Technical Padded Overcoat
Artwork-Adorned Graphic Tees
UNUSED Works With The Van Gogh Museum on Apparel Designs
High-End Fantasy Menswear
John Varvatos Created a Collection of Game of Thrones Clothing for Men
Film-Honoring Retro Sneakers
Reebok's Alien Fighter Bishop Celebrates 40 Years of the Film Alien
Striking Artistic Casual Shoes
Vans and Ralph Steadman Join Forces for Trippy Shoe Designs
Anti-Ageism Magazine Covers
British Vogue and L'Oreal Collaborated on a Special 'Non-Issue'
Reimagined Fantasy Show Artworks
HBO Launches an Initiative That Boasts Game of Thrones Artwork
Horror Film Board Games
IT Monopoly Features a Custom Game Board and Accessories
Interactive Grocery Store Mirrors
Flow and MemoMi are Introducing AR Mirrors to Grocery Spaces
Immersive Horror-Themed Activations
The I Like Scary Movies Experience Celebrates Nostalgic Films
Monster-Themed Unconventional Goods
The New Alife Spring/Summer 2019 Range Highlights Frankenstein
Biodegradable Beer Can Packaging
The New Recyclable Guinness Beer Packs will Roll Out in 2020
Dragon Egg Ice Creams
These Ice Cream Dragon Eggs Celebrate Game of Thrones
Cartoon Rabbit Graphic Streetwear
Pop Trading Company's New Range Spotlights Miffy Bunny
Shopping Party Apps
Dote's Live Shopping Platform Lets Influencers Host Events
90s Cartoon Soda Branding
The 7UP Free Packaging Includes the Iconic Fido Dido Character
Pastel Co-Branded Sportswear
Aimé Leon Dore and New Balance Drop a Tailor-Made Collection for SS19
Fantasy Series Coffee Drinks
This Game of Thrones-Themed Espresso Cream Latte is Limited-Edition
Rapper-Honoring Streetwear Designs
PLEASURES Honors Big Pun in the Latest Capsule Drop
Waffle-Themed Casual Sneakers
Vans and Sweet Chick Join on the Off the Waffles Sneakers
Boutique Music Festival Experiences
Nameless Music Festival Attendees Can Stay at Lake Como
Re-Purposed Streetwear Furniture
LN-CC and DRx Romanelli's RxCYCLE Capsule Reworks Iconic Fabrics
Streetwear Brand Luxe Jewelry
OFF-WHITE Introduces Some Captivating Jewelry for SS19
Sneaker-Themed Video Trailers
adidas' Donald Glover Presents Series Features Special Clips
Cookie-Centric AR Games
Oreo's Twist, Lick, Dunk Augmented Reality Game Encourages Play with Food
Full-Bodied Bakery Cold Coffees
The Panera Bread Cold Brew Comes in Three Varieties
Powerful Novel-Inspired Fashion
NOAH's Animal Farm Pack Features Inspiration From George Orwell
Cottonized Hemp Fabric Denim
Levi's Wellthread x Outerknown Collection Supports Sustainability
Fantasy Series-Themed Feasts
TGI Fridays' Dragon-Slayer Feast Celebrates Game of Thrones
Creature Graphic Casual Fashion
Vans Joins Ralph Steadman on a New Collaborative Collection
Authenticated Fantasy Sneakers
The HBO Asia x SBTG Game of Thrones Sneakers Feature NFC Tags
Glossy Graphic Spring Jackets
UNDERCOVER's Pixelated Graphic Vinyl Parka Features Bold Visuals
Wing-Assisting Liners
L'oreal's Infallible Flash Cat Eye Liner Provides the Perfect Guideline
Technical Fabric Oversized Streetwear
WWWM Introduces Its SS19 Capsule Full of Largely Cut Shapes
Convenience Retailer AR Quests
7-Eleven is Promoting Pokémon: Detective Pikachu with Experiences
Contrasting Tonal Laced Sneakers
The Outdoor Voices and HOKA ONE ONE Launch New OV Clifton Shoes
AR Makeup Discovery Apps
Guerlain's Virtual Try-On Visualizes Lipstick, Foundation & More
Urban City-Themed Streetwear
BAPE Introduces its NYC Collection Referencing the Dynamic City
Colorful Marbled Dyed Shirts
C-N-Y Launches a Series of Soft Cotton Graphic Tees for SS19
Space-Inspired Sleek Tees
BEAMS and Tom Sachs Unveil a NASA T-Shirt and Chair Designs
Nuclear-Themed Spring Streetwear
The 10.Deep Spring/Summer 2019 Collection Feature Bright Hues
Bottle-Cleaning Tablets
Bottle Bright's Bottle Cleaners Scour Without Soaps or Scrubbing
Vintage Sportswear Design Collaborations
Han Kjøbenhavn and PUMA Join Forces to Honor Retro Looks
Free-From Fitness Beverages
REIGN Total Body Fuel Features Natural Caffeine and No Sugar
Subtle Monogram Branded Sneakers
The Converse Chuck Taylors Boast Muted KITH Branding in Collab
Racer-Honoring Sneakers
adidas Originals' Frank Shorter vs. The Imposter Pack Honors the Runner
Juice-Infused Colas
Pepsi's Newest Flavors Combine Soda and Fruit Juice
Academically Backed Casino Innovations
Caesars Entertainment Teams Up with Students from UNLV
Playful Avant-Garde Fall Fashion
BAL's Chance Operation Collection Prepares for FW19
Brick Textural Casual Sneakers
Pass~Port and Vans Give the Sid Pro a Unique Textural Makeover
Nostalgic Series Events
The Spellman House Was Recreated by UBC for the Premiere of Sabrina
Male-Targeted Self-Care Campaigns
AXE is Inviting Modern Men to Explore Their "Bathsculinity"
TV Show-Themed Guitars
HBO and Fender Creates a Series of Game of Thrones Guitars
Satirical Collaborative Streetwear
Palm Angels' Palm x Palm Collection is Exclusive to SSENSE
Music Mogul-Created Streetwear
DJ Khaled Joins SNIPES on a Joint Capsule of Streetwear
Psychedelic Vibrant Streetwear
The Union LA Spring/Summer 2019 Capsule Features Tie-Dye Designs
Exclusive Mythical Loungewear
MeUndies' Dragon Collection Has Game of Thrones' Fire & Ice Themes
Artistic Graphic Experimental Workwear
ARCHON's THE ADVENT OF A NEW AGE Capsule Explores Workwear
Patterned Seasonal Accessories
fingercroxx and Drifter Join Forces on a Bright Capsule of Goods
In-Game Superhero Weapon Expansions
Fortnite Users Can Now Access Avengers Weapons
Checker-Patterned Surf Boots
Vans Unveiled a Small Capsule of Skate-Inspired Surf Boots
Site-Specific Sneaker Drops
Donald Glover is Sharing Unreleased Sneakers from Adidas at Coachella
Circular Economy Sneakers
adidas' Futurecraft Loop Footwear Design is Fully Recyclable
Fantasy Series Chicken Wings
The Dragon Fire Wing Sauce Celebrates of Game of Thrones Series
Family-Focused Streaming Services
The Disney Plus Streaming Service will Cost Just $6.99 Per Month
Sustainable Upcycled Soccer Kits
MLS WORKS Announces Its Collaboration with Parley and adidas
Expansive Concealer-Foundations
Pür's Love Your Selfie Comes in a 100-Shade Foundation Range
Tattoo Artist-Designed Apparel Sets
Tattoo Artist Dr. Woo Joins sacai Once Again on New Pieces
Deal-Swapping AR Apps
Pizza Hut's Deal Jacker Scans & Replaces Deals by Competitors
3D-Printed CEO Sculptures
The Beginning of the End by Sebastian ErraZuriz Depicts Tech Legends
Low-Impact Sustainable Sneakers
Tread by Everlane is a Label Working to Offset Carbon Emissions
Ornate Casino Gaming Terminals
TCSJOHNHUXLEY Taps Eastern Tradition for Qorex Carousel Design
Long Weekend Island Festivals
Electric Island 2019 is Returning to Hanlan's Beach in Toronto
Indestructible Metal Guitars
The Smash-Proof Guitar is Ready for Rockstar Use
Reimagined Clear Basketball Shoes
atmos and Nike Join Forces Again on the LeBron 16 Low Clear Jade
Influencer-Led Makeup Tutorials
Maybelline's 'Makeup Like This' Stars Diverse Beauty Influencers
Multi-Dimensional Candy Campaigns
'Be Both' Celebrates the Uniqueness of SweeTARTS & Gen Z
Interactive Casino Driving Games
Didsbury Casino's Ultimate VR Driving Experience is Immersive
Two-Step Sleeping Masks
This Hydrating Sleeping Mask Pairs a Cooling Essence & a Water-Cream Mask