What The Beli? Yep, that’s exactly what I said. I’m not Rob49 but most people should know what I’m talking about. But in case you didn’t know, allow me to introduce you without committing an ad-induced spiel. Believe is a new social restaurant app that’s been going strong since 2021. Its founders Judy Thelen and […]
Tag: Gen Z
The Future of Menswear and the Blurring of Gender Lines
Once a niche concept, gender-neutral clothing and accessories are rapidly moving into the mainstream, signaling a significant evolution in how society views identity and expression. From high-fashion runways to everyday retailers, garments designed to be worn by anyone regardless of gender, are gaining traction reflecting a broader cultural shift toward inclusivity and individuality. This growing […]
Gen Z Might Change Plastic Surgery Trends In The US
Plastic surgery has had a large impact on the beauty industry for decades. For years, popular celebrities and the media have promoted plastic surgery as a way to become a better version of oneself or follow the popular beauty standards. While a majority of these drastic surgeries are still quite popular, the way younger generations […]
Swipe Ideology: Is Politics Make or Break for Gen Z Dating?
Opposites attract. A statement that is as old as time itself. Not surprising how it continues to apply in the modern dating landscape. However, what if I told you that politics can play a role in that realm? Especially with the rise of Gen Z in the fold, it’s getting more apparent. But instead of […]
YA Books Shaped Gen Z Politics
Everyone is wondering why Gen Z is so politically active and outspoken, but the answer is clear. We didn’t just grow up reading about dystopias, we were learning how to fight them. Books like “The Hunger Games” and “Divergent” were our childhood, so it’s really not too surprising that we don’t sit back in times […]
The Different Generations Have A Lot to Learn from One Another
As Gen Z is growing up and becoming old enough to have babies and buy houses, Millennials are reaching the place where they have roots in the ground and more discretionary income. It doesn’t sound like there’s a huge difference between the two, but having roots in the ground requires time and stability while starting […]
The Office Siren Trend Shows that Gen Z is Most Comfortable Online and Not In-Person
The office siren phenomenon online is sparking debates about why Gen Z doesn’t understand why some clothes are inappropriate for the office. This conversation has to do with a lot of things: media literacy, modelling, boundaries and more. The content that Gen Z is consuming is fed through the lens of social media where no […]
How to Make Politics More Engaging for Everyone
“I am not into politics.” This phrase has become more prevalent in recent years, and it is said mainly by young adults and teens exhausted by the heated discussions at the family table and everywhere else. This lack of care could be considered worrisome for the future, but it’s hard to blame the younger generation […]
Is Gen Z More or Less Politically Involved?
We as a nation constantly hear about Generation Z being the future of politics. But how politically active are they really? Popular media typically defines Gen Z as those whose birth years fall between 1997 and 2012. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Gen Z makes up one-quarter of the U.S. population. Let’s look at […]
Op-Ed: Why is TikTok Politicizing Makeup?
In an already divided nation, TikTok has brewed another way to separate liberals and conservatives: by their makeup looks. After having redownloaded TikTok this past week, after a very short ban of the app in the United States, I stumbled across the resurgence of this liberal vs. conservative makeup trend from 2021. The trend does […]
Gen Z is Bringing 80s Makeup Back
It’s no surprise that after Y2K and 90s trends had their moment, the 80s are. Bigger than ever. With 2024’s hottest artists, like Chappell Roan and Conan Gray, dipping their toes into the 80s, fashionistas are embracing the cult of more that immortalized the decade. In the 80s, blush was a statement, as seen in […]
“Legging Legs” banned on TikTok: Why?
What are “Legging Legs”? “Legging Legs,” the repackaged trend of having skinny legs that show a gap between thighs, is causing waves amongst TikTokers. The tag #legginglegs scored over 33 million views as young women assert that these legs look best in yoga pants. Luckily, millennials and older Gen Zers who remember the era of […]
