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Why is everything chic?

@rachelissan

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179.6K

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+10.1K views over 5.3d · ~1.9K/day · 6 observations

Why it worked

The video likely resonated with viewers by tapping into a shared observation about the overuse and commodification of aesthetic trends online, particularly through the lens of social media algorithms and the pressure to conform to easily digestible labels.

Summary

The video discusses the concept of "linguistic homogenization" and how trends like "chic" become overused and simplified by algorithms. It argues that this trend leads to a reduction in personal expression, with people opting for easily categorized labels rather than developing unique identities.

Structure

1Introduction to "chic" trend and its prevalence
2Discussion of algorithmic labeling and memeification of expression
3Analysis of how "chic" became a high-traffic search term
4Critique of how trends are adopted for algorithmic categorization
5Exploration of how this leads to a loss of personal expression and identity
6Conclusion on the superficiality of modern trends

Product placement

Google (search engine, used to track word trends, removing it would not change the video's narrative) ; Twitter (social media platform, used to show a tweet, removing it would not change the video's narrative)

On-screen text

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Original caption

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