Hot Topic is a national chain of distinctive clothing stores marketed towards teenagers and young adults. Inspired by a mix of goth, emo, alternative and pop fashions, Hot Topic sells a wide array of tee shirts mostly related to bands, cartoons and cult movies and television shows such as Nightmare Before Christmas and Invader Zim. Hot Topic also sells body jewelry, boots, hats, belts, hair extensions, hair dyes and assorted gift items.