In the world of social media, small drawings can quickly spiral into viral sensations, and one recent McDonald’s holiday cup design is no exception. This year, while we typically anticipate the annual outrage surrounding holiday cup designs, it seems that McDonald’s got swept up in the frenzy too.
A humorous tweet from author Jake Thompson showcased a doodle on a McDonald’s cup that altered its innocent design into something entirely different. “Why is no one discussing a cheeky drawing on McDonald’s cups while Starbucks cups are in the news again?” he quipped.
Once Jake’s post gained traction, viewers found it impossible to look at the cup without seeing the unintended imagery. Many were left bewildered, with one user stating, “If that’s not a pair of butt cheeks, I don’t know what is!” The original intention behind the design was to depict cozy winter mittens, an emblem of holiday cheer.
A spokesperson for McDonald’s clarified the situation to The Huffington Post, stating, “Our festive McCafé cups feature mittens, not hands. The modified image circulating online is simply someone having a bit of fun.” One can only imagine what they were really thinking: “What’s wrong with you people? These are mittens! They don’t even have fingers! And where are the legs? Seriously, I’m done!”
Unfortunately for McDonald’s, the internet has a way of distorting reality, and their festive cup has been hilariously marred, all because of a playful doodle. Better luck next year, McDonald’s!
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In summary, the playful transformation of McDonald’s holiday cup design into a meme reflects the unpredictable nature of social media. While intended to spread festive cheer, it became a humorous illustration of how easily perceptions can shift online.