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Blunt Romanticism

Contemporary expressions of affection take on a frank tone

Implications - In contrast to flowery, over-the-top expressions of affection is an emerging segment of blunt romanticism boasting a notably frank tone. A turn towards all things forthright is being well-received by Generation Z consumers, who tend to hold more realistic worldviews. A fondness for realism among digital natives holds great opportunity for brands wishing to communicate with and connect to this group.
Workshop Question - What is Gen Z's perception of your industry and how can you make your brand stand out for this demographic?
Trend Themes
1. Blunt Romanticism - The trend of expressing frank, realistic feelings towards romantic partners.
2. Humorous Valentine's Day Cards - The trend of creating humorous and unconventional Valentine's Day cards.
3. Sarcastic and Satirical Cards - The trend of using sarcasm and satire in romantic cards.
Industry Implications
1. Greeting Card Industry - Business professionals can leverage the trend of humorous, frank and unconventional cards to tap into new customer segments.
2. Stationery Industry - Business professionals can explore new market segments for stationery products by offering unconventional, humorous products that appeal to younger generations.
3. E-commerce Industry - Business professionals can set their e-commerce sites to offer customizable Valentine's Day cards as part of the shopping cart services to increase sales and diversify their inventory.
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