Starbucks Fans Are Still Searching for ‘Sold Out’ Cup Collaboration originally appeared on Parade.
Starbucks’ recently released cold cup and tumbler collection may be just what customers need to seamlessly transition between its summer and fall menus–that is, if they can find it in-store.
The international chain of coffee cafes went viral for a “summerween” cold cup collaboration inspired by the spooky Disney classic, Haunted Mansion. That said, the brand understands that not everyone is excited for fall just yet, so it tapped artist and designer Shadé Akanbi for a “warm and inviting” limited-edition artist collection.
The collection, which officially launched earlier this month, features a trio of “energizing” cold cups and tumblers, designed with textile patterns and earth tones inspired by her cultural background as a second-generation Nigerian American and her global travels.
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“In my art, there are so many little pieces of me and stories of places I’ve been,” Akanbi shared in a statement. “I hope this collection sparks the curiosity to travel more or taps into a memory, like it does for me.”
In the recently released collection is a black and white Berber Diamond 24-ounce plastic cold cup, inspired by the traditional handmade rugs found in Morocco, and includes a batik bone bead-style charm.
“Batik beads originated in Ghana and Kenya but have traveled globally,” Akanbi said. “There’s so much history and love in these handmade goods.”
The second cold cup is also Venti-sized and features strings of batik beads against a bronze backdrop.
“I have these batik beads that hang on my desk and I wanted to make something that says ‘me,’” she said. “The bronze anchor color came from my love of copper jewelry. I’ve collected copper jewelry from Senegal, Mexico, Kenya. This feels personal and beautiful. I hope people connect with it.”
And last, but certainly not least, is the 12-ounce Kente Stripe tumbler outfitted with neutral clay tones and bright pops of color, which Akanbi said was inspired by the Ghanian woven cloth made from strips of silk and cotton.
“I’m very earthy, but I love a good pop of color,” Akanbi added. “It’s warm, inviting and energizing. The color can carry the print.”
Akanbi’s collection of drinkware is available at participating U.S. stores for a limited time, while supplies last (prices may vary by location). Though some fans are already complaining that the popularity of the cups is making them hard to find.
“all sold out near me!!” one Starbies fan wrote via TikTok, noting they only had “one more different cup i need to get before it’s gone too though!”
“I want one of each,” a second shared in a separate Facebook post.
Another called it the “latest and greatest” collaboration for Starbucks.
A fourth snapped a video of the collection in-store last week, joking that they “needed” them all.
“I made a B-Line to my local Buckeys and got mine today!” one more declared in an Instagram post. “I love the prints❤️.”
While the popular cups are clearly flying off the shelves, some social media users have spotted the summer exclusive collection at their local Starbucks as recently as a few days ago, so if you’re still looking, there’s hope. Parade editors also found the items listed for resale, so that’s another option if you’re willing to pay a premium.
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Starbucks Fans Are Still Searching for ‘Sold Out’ Cup Collaboration first appeared on Parade on Jul 28, 2025
This story was originally reported by Parade on Jul 28, 2025, where it first appeared.
