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# Adolescent Wealth Mocking Blogs
The 'Rich Kids of Instagram' Tumblr is Satirical

By Jennifer Gosnell | Published 2012-07-18 | Pop Culture
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rich-kids-of-instagram
References: [buzzfeed](http://www.buzzfeed.com/whitneyjefferson/the-rich-kids-of-instagram) & [richkidsofinstagram.tumblr](http://richkidsofinstagram.tumblr.com/page/2)

The hysterical new [Tumblr](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tumblr-tips) 'Rich Kids of [Instagram](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/instagram-10)' is in the process of gathering all of the over-the-top wealth-infused pictures that have made their way onto the [popular photo-sharing site](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/instagram-family-popup). The Tumblr features some truly spectacular photos of children riding private planes, at private luxury parties with giant champagne bottles and showing off their brand new hot pink Bentleys.

Surrounded by a gold frame to truly emphasize the intensity of the wealth of these children of the one percent, the 'Rich Kids of Instagram' Tumblr has grouped a fantastic smattering of photos of the lifestyles of the wealthy. From private planes to mansions with luxury pools, the Tumblr account is definitely worth checking out for sheer hilarity.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 6.6/10
- Popularity: 90% | Activity: 99% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial
- Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa

## Categories

[Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Humor](https://www.trendhunter.com/humor)

## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **Satirical Social Media:** Create a satirical social media platform that spoofs the excesses and indulgences of the wealthy.
- **Wealth Shaming:** Develop a platform or app that calls out and exposes the extravagant lifestyles of wealthy individuals, promoting social equality.
- **Anti-conspicuous Consumption:** Introduce a movement or product line that encourages minimalistic living and rejects overt displays of wealth.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Social Media:** Leverage the power of satire and humor to create engaging social media platforms that entertain and engage a wide audience.
- **Tech and Apps:** Create innovative apps that promote transparency and social awareness by highlighting wealth disparities and encouraging responsible consumption.
- **Fashion and Lifestyle:** Cater to the growing demand for ethical and socially responsible fashion and lifestyle brands that reject ostentatious displays of wealth.

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