# Basic-Diagnosing Parodies This College Humour Video Goes Over the Basic Symptroms By Vasiliki Marapas | Published 2014-12-11 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/basic-symptoms References: [buzzfeed](http://www.buzzfeed.com/abagg/if-you-like-scented-candles-and-tweet-about-starbucks-you-mi) & [youtube](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PaghIdSJKvQ) This video by College Humor diagnoses basic symptoms. If you're prone to lighting scented candles, obsessively reading your horoscope or Instagramming inspirational quotes, you might have a case of the "Basic B*tch." I think Urban Dictionary put it most eloquently when it said a basic b*tch is a woman who "think she the sh*t but really ain't." Another definition classifies the basic b*tch as an "extra-regular female," which is slightly less offensive. Other symptoms of basic-ness include becoming irrationally excited about [Starbucks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/starbucks-holiday-flavors)' [pumpkin spice lattes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pumpkin-spice-superlatte), marathoning any show on the TLC or [MTV](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dumbgood) networks and dressing up as a "slutty fill-in-the-blank" for Halloween. Though the term "basic b*tch" is relatively new to the pop cultural vernacular, it has taken the world by storm. Luckily, all of your basic symptoms are largely manageable, and perhaps, even preventable. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 16% | Activity: 59% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Internet](https://www.trendhunter.com/internet) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Basic-b*tch Culture:** Opportunity for businesses to offer unique products and experiences that cater to the trend and go beyond basic. - **Anti-basic Lifestyle:** Opportunity for businesses to create products and services that offer unique, niche experiences that help individuals differentiate themselves from basic culture. - **Basic-b*tch Shaming Backlash:** Opportunity for businesses to create campaigns and initiatives that promote individuality and inclusivity. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** Fashion industry can create relatable, yet unique trends that differentiate individuals from the basic culture. - **Food and Beverage:** Opportunity for food and beverage industry to offer trendy, unique products that go beyond basic offerings. - **Entertainment:** Entertainment industry can create niche content that appeals to individuals who want to differentiate from basic culture. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Comfort-Boosting Seasonal Drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/starbucks-holiday-flavors.md) - [Fall-Flavored Lip Balms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/psl-lip-balm.md) - [Effortless Charcuterie Plates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/girl-dinner.md) - [Pumpkin Spice-Flavored Milk Alternatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pumpkin-spiceflavored-milk.md) - [Personality-Packed Boba Beverages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/krak-boba.md) - [Spooky Bong-Shaped Candles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bong-candle.md) - [PSL-Inspired Perfumes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eau-de-psl.md) - [Viral IBS Billboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-girls-have-ibs.md) - [Halloween-Themed Cookie Shakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/basic-witch-shake.md)