Tag #Consumerism

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Butter Yellow" Emerges as Fashion's "New Neutral" for Spring/Summer 2025

The fashion industry is embracing "butter yellow," a pale yellow hue, as the "new neutral" for Spring/Summer 2025, with appearances across high-end and high-street brands, driven by designer choices, celebrity endorsements, and the industry's need for fresh color palettes.

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kathimerini.gr
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Latronico's "La Perfezione": A Modern Reimagining of Perec's "Things

Vincenzo Latronico's "La Perfezione" (Loggia), a reimagining of Georges Perec's "Things," follows a young couple in 2010s Berlin whose lives, filled with consumer goods and digital culture, mirror themes of object symbolism and existential ennui from Perec's 1965 novel; the book was shortlisted for ...

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theguardian.com
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Clothing Waste: Consumers Return Synthetic Clothes to Retailers

Readers share their concerns about the environmental damage caused by synthetic clothing, suggesting solutions such as returning clothes to retailers, buying natural materials, and reducing consumption.

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npr.org
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TikTok's "Luxury Goods Conspiracy": Misinformation and Consumer Confusion

Viral TikTok videos falsely claim Chinese manufacturers produce luxury goods for European brands at inflated prices, sparking consumer outrage and highlighting confusion around global sourcing and counterfeiting.

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44% Bias Score

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elmundo.es
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Madrid Survival Gear Sales Surge After EU Emergency Kit Recommendation

The European Union's call for citizens to prepare 72-hour emergency kits has triggered a surge in survival gear purchases in Madrid, leading to price hikes and stock depletion, while experts warn against buying equipment without proper training.

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theguardian.com
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Brand Purpose Backlash: The End of Corporate Social Responsibility?

The brand purpose era, from 2015-2022, saw corporations integrate social activism into marketing, leading to a backlash and the current retreat from ESG commitments due to the perceived disconnect between corporate claims and declining living standards.

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theguardian.com
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Woodside CEO Blames Young Consumers Amidst Government Support for Gas Expansion

Woodside CEO Meg O'Neill blamed young people for climate change due to their consumer habits, sparking criticism; the Australian government supports increased gas exploration despite public concern over prices and supply, while Woodside plans to extend gas production until 2070, emitting 74m tonnes ...

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nrc.nl
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From Wine Novice to Enthusiast: A Cautionary Tale of Snobbery

A Dutch journalist chronicles their transformation from a beer-loving student to a passionate wine enthusiast, reflecting on the subjective nature of taste and warning against the pitfalls of wine snobbery, particularly the overconfidence of those with limited knowledge.

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American Psycho"'s Consumerism Precursor to Social Media Trends

The 2000 film "American Psycho" starring Christian Bale, highlighted consumerism's role in masking inner emptiness, a theme resonating with current social media influencer trends showcasing excessive beauty and wellness routines, mirroring the film's critique of superficiality.

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cnn.com
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TikTok Becomes Battleground in US-China Trade War

Chinese manufacturers are using TikTok to sell products directly to American consumers, bypassing President Trump's 145% tariffs, highlighting the reliance on Chinese goods and the potential impact on prices and availability; however, the legitimacy of these suppliers is questionable due to non-disc...

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theguardian.com
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White Lotus" Drives Significant Fashion Sales

The final season of HBO's "The White Lotus" has significantly boosted sales for various fashion brands after clothing worn by its characters sold out online, highlighting the show's power as a marketing platform and showcasing a growing trend of fashion and television collaboration.

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t24.com.tr
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The Power of Consumption: A Historical and Political Analysis

This article explores the historical evolution of the concept of consumption, from its negative connotations in the 18th and 19th centuries to its current recognition as a powerful social and political force, highlighting the interplay between consumption and production and the role of consumer acti...

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