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Starter packs (sometimes also called starter kits) is a meme that's been around for nearly a decade.

It usually comes in a multi-panel photo set, illustrating the archetype of a celebrity, company, or subculture through their clothing choices and other consumer products, very similar to the classic "steal her look" fashion guides.

One of the reasons why the meme is still going strong is the subreddit of the same name. With 2.5 million members and thousands online at any given moment, there's a constant stream of new content.

Continue scrolling to check out our recent favorites and fire up this article for the old but gold!

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Travelling To A Different Country In A Movie Starterpack

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Reasons To Live Starter Pack

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From 'things I thought were huge problems when I was a kid' to 'me cooking anything', the amount of themes you can see on r/StarterPacks is amazing. However, niche posts usually don't get that many upvotes. "More relatable topics tend to get more likes as people can say 'Hey! That's me!'" the moderators of the subreddit told Bored Panda in a previous interview.

2020 has been a really good year for the community—the subreddit has grown by about 500k new members, and the moderators hoped it would reach 2 million in 2021 but it has surpassed that mark by an additional 500k!

"The Covid-19 Pandemic had a lot of people stuck at home and on Reddit. People wanting to look at memes about their current situation could be a major contributor [to r/StarterPacks popularity]," the moderators explained.

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The 'Things We All Did As Kids' Starter Pack

The 'Things We All Did As Kids' Starter Pack

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"Things That I As A Kid Thought Are An Everyday Threat" Starter Pack

"Things That I As A Kid Thought Are An Everyday Threat" Starter Pack

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Hans
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You may add: Things that many adults think are everyday dangers: "foreigners, socialism, vegan food, migration, etc." and then the "what is really dangerous starter pack: "malnutrition, lack of exercise, climate change, poverty, chronic illnesses, ..."

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The starter pack meme really took off in 2014 when Twitter user ItsLadinaPlis posted the 'I date black guys' version of it.

According to one moderator of the sub, WaddlesJP13, that single post spawned a bunch of other starter packs, basically turning it into a household meme instantly, and leading to the creation of many forums and pages dedicated to the format, just like r/StarterPacks. "Somehow, the format [and the subreddit are] still really popular," they wrote. Pretty good for a meme!

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The Victim Of Tyranny And Oppression Starter Pack

The Victim Of Tyranny And Oppression Starter Pack

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The "Dude That Is Definitely From Korea" Starter Pack

The "Dude That Is Definitely From Korea" Starter Pack

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The Best Parts Of Coming Home After A Long Trip Starter Pack

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Mental Health Advice Starter Pack

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HorrorEyeArcade
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

MENTAL HEALTH IS JUST AS IMPORTANT AS PHYSICAL HEALTH. because apparently some people still dont get that

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The "Showing Your Friends A Song You Really Like" Starter Pack

The "Showing Your Friends A Song You Really Like" Starter Pack

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Me Cooking Anything Starter Pack

Me Cooking Anything Starter Pack

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Adam Sandler Movie Starter Pack

Adam Sandler Movie Starter Pack

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The “Taking A Nap During The Day” Starter Pack

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I Wish I Was A Veteran Starterpack

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"Why Can't I Find A Gamer GF" Starter Pack

"Why Can't I Find A Gamer GF" Starter Pack

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Allison B
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Being a girl who's played games since the early 90s I can tell you that's so very true. Not all gamers are like that of course in fact the majority isn't. But the ones who complain about not having a "gamer gf" definitely are. They're usually the same ones who whine and shout when a 33 year old woman beats them.

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Suggested "Gifts For Men" Starter Pack

Suggested "Gifts For Men" Starter Pack

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Actor Who Always Plays The Same Character Starter Pack

Actor Who Always Plays The Same Character Starter Pack

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Food That Never Tastes Quite Right When You Make It At Home Starterpack

Food That Never Tastes Quite Right When You Make It At Home Starterpack

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Rose the Cook
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Home made tastes different because you usually go lighter on the salt and sugar. Commercial just wants it to taste good so they are naturally more heavy handed.

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kjorn
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

things who always taste better at home: spaghettis. never be able to eat spaghettis in restaurant.

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Allison B
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I agree that they taste different but honestly I like my homemade chili better than one I get at a restaurant or canned.

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K W
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Homemade chili is almost always better. A chili cook off where I get to taste every one is my heaven.

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Hans
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The very berry smoothie is really not that had. Frozen raspberries, some fresh or frozen blueberries, and some milk. I personally prefer soymilk, as dairy can overshadow the taste of the berries. Blend it and experiment a little with the right relations. And the good thing? You can just keep exploring. Take almond or oat milk for a side-taste; use vanilla for a flavour twist, etc.

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Mary Rose Kent
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Add a drop or two (MAX) of vanilla because it just makes it taste perfect somehow. I’m so committed to vanilla, that I actually fork out the big bucks for real vanilla rather than the very cheap vanillin.

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Lara Verne
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Sometimes homemade food taste better. I don't like heavily salted and oversweetened food

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PENDOMN
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It's because they lack all the artificial s**t that makes it taste "real"

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Bryn
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Kid's menu mac and cheese. it always tastes better.

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Stylishsidewaysbird
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Salads….love them at restaurants but rarely order because why order a salad when I can make one at home. Make one at home…meh. It’s a vicious cycle.

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I I
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

i do a decent milk shake , its all about the ice cream you use

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Candia Lee
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My donuts were as good as commercial. My crullers are better. Who can't make a milkshake?

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matilda
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I will disagree with sushi, if made well it can be delicious!

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Tracy Wallick
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That's because you're using different ingredients than those available to restaurants. Best food I've ever had was at an Amish market.

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Biba Little
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

And coffee!! Why my coffee never tastes as the one made in coffee shops?

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Mia D
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Most of the nice coffee shops use 15K+ espresso machines ( like La Marzocco) and nice coffee beans.

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Passing A Group Of People Your Own Age Starter Pack

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I’m Just Doing This To Pay For School Starterpack

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Sad that we have to strip, risk our lives, do something illegal and immoral, or go into crippling debt in order to pay for school

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The 25 Year Old Dating A 16 Year Old "But She'll Be 17 In March" Starter Pack

The 25 Year Old Dating A 16 Year Old "But She'll Be 17 In March" Starter Pack

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The “Food Network Contestant” Starter Pack

The “Food Network Contestant” Starter Pack

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“Shitty Motivation For Young Men” Starter Pack

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The "Annoying Coworker" Starter Pack

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Seeing Former High School Classmates At Work Starter Pack

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