From the expensive fashion to the social media trends, today’s teenagers are navigating trends that define their generation. Through interviews and research, it’s clear that expensive clothing and social media play a role in what shapes teens’ identity.
Have you ever wondered why expensive clothing has become so popular these days? According to artdaily.cc teenagers are very aware of how they look and often obsess over details that aren’t important. Teens care about what brands they are wearing because it gives them self confidence. The brands that are popular right now are Ugg, Nike, and PINK. The clothing trend for teens now is buying expensive clothes from H&M, Zara, and PacSun.
Naiely Cielo (12) said Uggs are comfortable. She finds the quality very good and they are worth the price.
One trend that has taken hold of teens and millennials is expensive water bottles such as Stanley, Owala, Hydro Flask, and Yeti. According to The Miami Student, expensive water bottles are a status symbol for people of any age, using stickers and sleek packaging to showcase personality and aesthetic. The prices of these water bottles range from $50 to $35.
Marley Zavala (12) said she doesn’t think they are worth it. She thinks you can get the same water bottle for a cheaper price.
Other than clothing and fashion trends another trend is social media and vlogs. Teens like to do fit checks and short form vlogs. Mainly teens post these videos on Instagram or TikTok. Pricilla Lopez (12) said, “I like to do short form vlogs because I find them fun.” She likes to do short form vlogs so she has memories to look back on.
The last trend that is very popular for couples and collectors is Jellycats. Jellycats are stuffed animals that cost more depending on what size stuffed animal you want, but people love to collect them and give them as gifts. According to the New York Post, teens are obsessed with Jellycats and will spend thousands of them.
Trends come and go, but the desire for self-expression and connection remains. Whether it’s wearing expensive clothes or creating a digital identity on social media, the choices teens make now will continue to shape the culture in the future.
