Being poor is cool, only if you're rich.

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TIMESTAMPS ⇩
00:00 - Snippet
00:47 - Intro
03:55 - Sumptuary laws: clear social order
04:52 - The black dress: luxurious poverty
06:52 - Recession dressing: French Revolution
07:35 - Rebellious fashion: Punk, Grunge, Hero*n chic
10:26 - Why do we have fashion trends?
11:07 - The working class vs Burberry
13:02 - Slavik: a homeless fashion icon
14:03 - Tyra Banks ANTM homeless shoot
14:45 - High fashion: homeless chic (Dior, Vivienne Westwood)
17:29 - Yeezy: trash, refugees, and homelessness
21:09 - Balenciaga: high-end hardship
23:24 - The deadly process of looking poor
25:58 - Summary
26:30 - My opinion

What is this video about?
From luxury brands charging thousands for intentionally distressed clothing to fashion shows drawing "inspiration" from homelessness, this video explores the controversial trend of "poverty chic" in high fashion. We'll examine how the fashion industry has commodified and glamorized poverty, from Christian Diors homeless-inspired collection to Yeezy's expensive "destroyed" clothing line. Join us as we investigate the ethical implications of turning economic hardship into a fashion statement, and question whether this practice raises awareness or simply exploits vulnerable communities for profit. Through historical examples and recent controversies, we'll analyze how the fashion industry's interpretation of poverty impacts both society's perception of inequality and those actually experiencing hardship.

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