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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Pokebra” is a rare card of the Memes World series 75, number 22470 of the collection, and the 57th best-known meme of its 300 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “Pokebra” meme mean?
The Pokébra blends two worlds, Pokémon fandom and fashion, in a deliberately awkward way. The meme is funny because it shows fan creativity taken very far, with a proud dose of embarrassment. People mention it when talking about an over-the-top fan costume, a sincere but excessive craft project, or to tease heavy merchandising. It became a textbook case of geek culture turned into everyday wear. It remains a shorthand for fandom taken gloriously far.
Where does the “Pokebra” meme come from?
The first photo went up on Tumblr on November 22, 2010, posted by Selina Zawacki, who modeled the piece she made. She said a webcomic’s last panel inspired it. On November 25 she shared it on Reddit, where it reached the front page with over 2,700 upvotes. On November 29 the blog Unreality Magazine covered it. The craze carried on through 2011: a how-to video in April, a dedicated Tumblr in May, and in June SlashGear reported that online shops were selling them. Etsy sellers offered custom versions, and spin-offs from other universes, notably Super Mario, appeared. In early 2012 blogs began collecting the best examples.
- November 22, 2010Selina Zawacki posts the first Pokébra photo on Tumblr.
- November 25, 2010The photo reaches the front page of Reddit.
- June 27, 2011SlashGear reports that online shops sell Pokébras.
- January 9, 2012A Cheezburger site devoted to the Pokébra launches.
How to use the “Pokebra” meme
- Referring to a fan costume pushed to the extreme.
- Commenting on a geeky craft somewhere between genius and cringe.
- Sharing a photo of absurd Pokémon merchandise.
- Joking about a homemade cosplay accessory.
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The “Pokebra” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 22470 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Rare |
| Collection | Memes World series 75 |
| Fame | 72/100 · #57 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 10 MemeCoins (30 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Pokebra” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Pokebra comes out of the Memes World series 75 as a rare card. The pack odds say what each rarity weighs.
Your first pack is free and needs no account. After that a new free pack lands every 10 minutes, up to 3 waiting for you. You can also buy the card with MemeCoins on the market, bid for it at auction, or trade it — and a double recycles into 10 MemeCoins.
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5 meme cards, one of them at least Rare. One free pack per person.
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Odds per card, averaged over a pack: Common 72%, Rare 23.9%, Epic 3.2%, Legendary 0.56%, Mythic 0.3%, Full Art ≤ 0.1%, Shiny 0.2%. Cards 1 to 3 are always Common, cards 4 and 5 climb the rarities. Rates drop for cards that circulate a lot. Details
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Pokébra?
It is a bra decorated with two Poké Balls, which became a geek-culture meme after a viral photo in 2010.
Who made the Pokébra?
The first photo was posted by Tumblr user Selina Zawacki, who wore the piece she had made.
When did the Pokébra go viral?
In late November 2010, with a Tumblr post on the 22nd and a Reddit post on the 25th.
Can you buy a Pokébra?
From 2011, online shops and Etsy sellers offered them, according to the sources checked.
How do I get the Pokebra meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Pokebra” is a rare card of the Memes World series 75. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the Pokebra card?
It is a Rare card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Know Your Meme — Pokébra · checked on October 18, 2026.
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