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Inflation is no match for Gen Z's love of little treats. A $19 Erewhon smoothie or a $45 tin of potato chips are the new status symbols.
Erewhon smoothies, thrifted Coach bags and platinum American Express cards are Gen Z's status symbols—and they signify a lot more than bank balance.
An idea for a group tattoo on TikTok amongst Zoomers has gone too far, with many young people, seemingly unintentionally, planning to get a symbol similar to the Wolfsangel, which was used by Nazis.
What we value changes over time, and there are now several things Gen Z thinks are status symbols that mean nothing to older generations.
Expensive snacks are the latest status symbol for cash-strapped members of Gen Z who are unable to afford the traditional markers of wealth, including expensive cars and designer clothes. $19 ...
Smiling at Gen Z? Better watch your back. What used to be the universal symbol of warmth and joy has taken a sinister turn — at least in the eyes of Gen Z. The classic smiley face emoji now ...
10 Gen Z status symbols taking over American high schools By Jennifer Ortakales Dawkins ...
A popular TikTok trend encouraged members of Gen Z to get matching tattoos of a Nazi symbol as a 'sign of rebellion' and 'symbol of unity.' ...
Gen Z cannot be bothered to care about these 11 things millennials think are status symbols.