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Right-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Why does the Maga elite love conspicuous cosmetic surgery? | Arwa Mahdawi

MAGA-aligned figures and supporters increasingly adopt exaggerated, surgically altered 'Mar-a-Lago' faces as conspicuous signals of wealth and in-group belonging.
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

The Extravagant Eye of Charles Frederick Worth

Charles Frederick Worth, the nineteenth-century designer widely credited as the inventor of haute couture, embodied the excesses of his time, attracting an elite clientele with extravagant gowns rich in detail.
Fashion & style
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

The new Gilded Age: For billionaire weddings, discretion is out and consumption is in

The 30-carat ring worn by the bride, along with her A-list friends and lavish outfits, signifies a shift towards conspicuous consumption at billionaire weddings. These events emphasize status through elaborate celebrations and public displays.
E-Commerce
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