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Fake Secondhand

Retro replica fashion, tech and furniture draw in hipster culture

Implications - As the ripples of the hipster wave continue to expand, real vintage fashions and furnishings have been replaced by faux consignment store finds. Consumers are clambering to things that look like they were borrowed from the closets of other people's parents, paying a pretty penny for fake secondhand looks.
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751,185 Total Clicks
Jul 09 - Dec 09
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Pop CultureFashionHip Fashion
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Retro Watch Revivals - Metal Timex 80 Emerges Unscathed From the Ages
SCORE 5.8
Warm 24,315 Clicks Pub: Oct 19, 09
Retro Watch Revivals
Metal Timex 80 Emerges Unscathed From the Ages
In the 50s, the Timex launched a new version of its timepieces that could be worn on the wrist. Now this watch is a fashion accessory that conveys a modern street style. The success is such that at the… [More]
Super-Natural Wooden Shades - The Schwood Canby Sunglasses Let You be One With Nature
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Warm 26,367 Clicks Pub: Oct 12, 09
Super-Natural Wooden Shades
The Schwood Canby Sunglasses Let You be One With Nature
We’ve seen wooden sunglasses before—Trend Hunter covered some wooden Wayfarers not too long ago—but these Schwood Canby shades are unique in that they were brought into existence through what Schwood calls… [More]
Wicked Hipster Headphones - Whip and Trooper are the New Nixon Listening Devices
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Average 25,828 Clicks Pub: Nov 11, 09
Wicked Hipster Headphones
Whip and Trooper are the New Nixon Listening Devices
These new Nixon headphones are sure to please. This month Nixon introduces two new styles of headphones: Trooper and Whip. Retailing for a reasonable $30 (Whip)-$50(Trooper) modern earpieces will have… [More]
Occupational Talismans - Darkcloud Silver DJ Jewelry is Sweet, Even if You Aren't a DJ
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Mild 20,128 Clicks Pub: Sep 26, 09
Occupational Talismans
Darkcloud Silver DJ Jewelry is Sweet, Even if You Aren't a DJ
Are you a DJ? Do you want the world to know you’re a DJ? Now you can with the Darkcloud Silver DJ Jewelry designed by Sydney based artist Nathan Thomas. Geared towards DJs and the people who love them,… [More]
Hipster Sportswear - Adidas Originals by Originals James Bond for David Beckham Is Sophisticated
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Mild 13,736 Clicks Pub: Jul 29, 09
Hipster Sportswear
Adidas Originals by Originals James Bond for David Beckham Is Sophisticated
To match Adidas Originals by Originals James Bond for David Beckham footwear, is this perfectly edited and stylish collection of clothing. The Adidas Originals by Originals James Bond for David Beckham… [More]
Hipster Retro Wear - The Rockers NYC Winter Line is Mad, Bad and Dangerous
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Mild 11,044 Clicks Pub: Nov 11, 09
Hipster Retro Wear
The Rockers NYC Winter 2010 Line is Mad, Bad and Dangerous
Anything with the word ‘rock’ in it has got to be hardcore which is why the Rockers NYC Winter 2010 collection is so badass. They just create great gear and they don’t care what you think about it. Taking… [More]
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