that kind of luxe just ain't for us; we crave a different kind of buzz
Noodlings on what it means to be luxury
that kind of luxe just ain't for us; we crave a different kind of buzz
Redefining luxury: A review essay
This document explores the conceptual and moral issues surrounding the definition of luxury, examines the rise of "new luxury," and discusses the demand for luxury goods in Asia.
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According to Frank, the desire for many to indulge in luxury “possessions” is motivated less by the gratification they may bring than by what others are buying or want to buy. We try to achieve happiness by improving our relative social status. For example, if your neighbor didn’t buy his new Mercedes Benz, you wouldn’t probably feel the need for t... See more
Conspicuous Consumption and The Era of Excess // Book Summary of 'Luxury Fever' - Right Attitudes
'…invest in meaningful experiences that bring you joy.’ - THIS.
"The key to thriving in our high-tech world, they’ve learned, is to spend much less time using technology." (Cal Newport, Digital Minimalism)
There’s a wonderful tension in this observation for any software-based organisation…