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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

Travelling To A Different Country In A Movie Starterpack

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Reasons To Live Starter Pack

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

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

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#9

Mental Health Advice Starter Pack

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

The “Taking A Nap During The Day” Starter Pack

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I Wish I Was A Veteran Starterpack

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

True, but maybe this is a magical hammer with a wireless connection to your pants, so it will automatically smash you in the crotch whenever you get an itch. Or something.

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Orange is aging
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2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If you gift me one of these I will find you and I will hurt you. Give me glitter, unicorns, cute dresses, hair styling stuff, scrunchies, hydroflask stickers, etc.

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

most conventional stores' men's fashion goes from the incredibly boring dark colors, to the most ridiculous, ugly ones like a shirt with a fish pattern, there's no in between. I don't know how women feel about their fashion, I mostly struggle to find the right size when buying for my mom or sister, but usually feel they have a better selection of things. Nothing beats kids fashion color palettes though. I wish clothes were as cool when I was a kid.

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

I've got unicorn print dungaree shorts for my holiday and I pretty much wear them constant through the summer. My favourite. My husband searches for kiddy print clothes in adult sizes 😐

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

Literally me 10 mins ago trying to shop for holiday gifts for my male friends. It's brutal out there.

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

You forgot the *useless item* with logo of professional sports team.

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

You forgot "Old Spice" aftershave ... or is that not done anymore?

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

A hammer is often useful on some tech gadgets. Many are the times I've yearned for a hammer.

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

The only alcohol related stuff I don't mind receiving is alcohol.

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

typically if you're around them long enough to get them a gift, you've been around them long enough to know what their hobbies are. do better, people.

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

Yeah, like there's this generic 'Man'. who will smile happily when you give him these, like the man in the catalogue demonstrating them. I don't think I know any men who'd be happy to get any of these.

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Legen ( wait for it ) dary
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You forgot the girlfriend /wife dressed to impress because s. e. x will be the gift this Xmas or forgotten b-day.

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SomePeopleCallMeMaurice
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2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is what I see every year when trying to shop for my husband. He’s a cryptid fan, so this year I got him a 6’ 7” Bigfoot silhouette to go in the back yard (it can be staked or attached to a tree). He’s not going to be expecting that. Don’t worry - I got him some useless stuff, too!

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

LOL my cousin actually bought that exact oversized toilet mug for my husband one Christmas. I keep forgetting I was going to turn it into a planter for the bathroom.

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albernistuff 4sale
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I myself prefer loud shirts that singe your retinas; my substitute for lack of an engaging personality

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

it's really simple. If he is under 50, the answer is always a hard drive. Although, I don't mind cringey toilet humour. Poop is always funny.

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Seabeast
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2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It helps when he has a hobby or sport that you can buy stuff for.

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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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Passing A Group Of People Your Own Age Starter Pack

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I’m Just Doing This To Pay For School Starterpack

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

“Shitty Motivation For Young Men” Starter Pack

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The "Annoying Coworker" Starter Pack

The "Annoying Coworker" Starter Pack

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Seeing Former High School Classmates At Work Starter Pack

Seeing Former High School Classmates At Work Starter Pack

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