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Embracing Nostalgia: The Irresistible Allure of Vintage Treasures Over Brand-New Alternatives
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Abstract
The obsession with vintage treasures over modern alternatives has spurred interest in the ever-changing landscape of consumer tastes, leading to a request for more research. This trend, which is founded on the appeal of nostalgia, crosses generations and countries, pushing people to embrace relics from the past in the face of rapid technological progress. This research delves into the intricate relationship between consumer behavior and nostalgia, providing light on the seductive pull of old goods and their market significance. The study methodology entails a qualitative examination via a literature review, with the goal of bridging gaps in academic understanding. Nostalgia amplifies this allure by forging emotional links between people and objects from the past. Marketing makes powerful connections with customers by advertising vintage objects as portals to personal and collective memories. Successful techniques emphasize the passage of goods through generations, produce limited-edition collections and cooperate with celebrities. However, an ethical quandary arises when marketers use emotions for economic advantage. It is critical to strike a balance between authenticity and manipulation. The study identifies gaps in the literature, indicating the need for further investigation. Lastly, the ongoing attractiveness of nostalgia-driven vintage treasures demonstrates the inextricably linked relationship between emotion, memory, and consumer behavior.
Keywords
Vintage treasures, Consumer behavior, Nostalgia
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Wu,W. (2023). Embracing Nostalgia: The Irresistible Allure of Vintage Treasures Over Brand-New Alternatives. Lecture Notes in Education Psychology and Public Media,32,69-76.
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