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“Tumblr Shoplifting Blogs” meme: meaning, origin and common card

Tumblr Shoplifting Blogs refer to a subculture where users shared theft experiences.

MyMemeCards editorial teamPublished 8 min read
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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Tumblr Shoplifting Blogs” is a common card of the Memes World series 74, number 22160 of the collection, and the 136th 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 “Tumblr Shoplifting Blogs” meme mean?

This term highlights the grotesque aestheticization of illegal acts within digital communities. It reflects a fascination with risk and rebellion, where stealing is framed as a stylish lifestyle choice. The tone combines morbid curiosity with admiration for the audacity of those treating crime as a hobby.

Where does the “Tumblr Shoplifting Blogs” meme come from?

The phenomenon emerged on Tumblr around 2012-2013 through blogs using hashtags like #liftblr and #myhauls. Members, called "Lifters," documented their thefts. The blog Lifttimes, active in November 2013, showed group growth. Public visibility peaked on April 23, 2014, when user we-unhallowed posted a list titled "Tumblr’s Bling Ring." This inventory was picked up by Jezebel, exposing the practice of sharing tips and photos of stolen items.

  1. 2012Early appearance of posts documenting thefts on the platform.
  2. November 2013The blog Lifttimes testifies to the continuous growth of the community.
  3. April 23, 2014Publication of the "Tumblr’s Bling Ring" list by we-unhallowed, covered by Jezebel.

How to use the “Tumblr Shoplifting Blogs” meme

  • Use this term to describe the ostentatious display of illegally obtained products.
  • Apply it to criticize the social normalization of minor criminal behaviors.
  • Reference it historically to discuss the aesthetic extremes of Tumblr culture.

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The “Tumblr Shoplifting Blogs” card in MyMemeCards

Tumblr Shoplifting Blogs card
NumberNo. 22160
RarityCommon
CollectionMemes World series 74
Fame63/100 · #136 of 300
Recycle value5 MemeCoins (15 in Shiny)
Rarities of the Memes World series 74: 300 cards
  • Common25083%
  • Rare299.7%
  • Epic217.0%

How to get the “Tumblr Shoplifting Blogs” card

Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Tumblr Shoplifting Blogs comes out of the Memes World series 74 as a common 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 5 MemeCoins.

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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 hashtag liftblr?

It is a tag used on Tumblr by users sharing stories and photos of shoplifting.

Who is we-unhallowed?

A Tumblr user who published a famous list of thief blogs in April 2014.

What is the link between Tumblr and theft?

The platform hosted a subculture where members documented and exchanged theft techniques.

When was the phenomenon media-covered?

It became widely known in April 2014 after the press picked up the blog list.

How do I get the Tumblr Shoplifting Blogs meme card?

Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Tumblr Shoplifting Blogs” is a common card of the Memes World series 74. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.

How rare is the Tumblr Shoplifting Blogs card?

It is a Common card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.

Sources: We R Cute Shoplifters - Good.is · We R Cute Shoplifters · Tumblr CEO: Focusing on storytelling and self-expression · checked on October 16, 2026.

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