The mall was once criticized as a symbol of consumerism, but as it disappears, capitalism hasn’t. What’s fading instead is one of the last accessible spaces for community.
Miffy vs. Hello Kitty: how art, storytelling, and simplicity make Miffy the more meaningful icon.
Between the cross and the chocolate eggs, Easter is a prime example of how holidays and commemorative dates evolve alongside society and its customs.
Meet the Tabi. Now inescapable across the media and one of the most dupable tokens of consumerism and social media chic, the cult-like craze around the shoe doesn’t exactly...
A reflective rant on acne, marketing myths and learning to live with reactive skin.
I still have and use a Hydro Flask, but in a world full of Stanleys and Owalas, I can’t help but feel like I’m behind. Why do I feel...
From the tasty chocolates and pink decorations to the celebration of love in its many forms, Valentine’s Day is a highlight of February. But this fun holiday has a...
I have many items on my wishlist. It’s essential for my future that they remain there until the time is right.
Before heading into the new year, 2025 certainly delivered our cultural world a whirlwind of moments—some iconic, some chaotic, and some so delightfully bizarre that they instantly became part...