3 ms·
> it’s a strawman to compare the target demographic of free tech swag to up-and-coming models getting free designer clothing Au contraire! I was actually spec
by seattle_spring 7y ago
> it’s a strawman to compare the target demographic of free tech swag to up-and-coming models getting free designer clothing
Au contraire! I was actually specifically referring to some jokingly overpriced Balenciaga or Supreme shirt, almost certainly purchased by someone who is somehow shocked (shocked!) that they can't afford rent.
EDIT: Ah I see the confusion. When I said "free t-shirt," I meant, "t-shirt given to the influencer to promote for free," not "free tech t-shirt usually worn to a gym."
- alephnan 7y agoSure. But the Balenciaga or Supreme shirt is a good point. This in some ways supports the hypothesis that people buy brands based on social influence. Value on the West Coast tend to coincide with utility, but this isn't the case with these fashion brands. Balenciaga revenue broke over a billion in revenue, and Supreme has been rumored to be a unicorn.