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How jeans, jorts & mullets could spell the next recession

The Briefing

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Fashion Trends as Indicators of Economic Shifts

This chapter delves into the surprising links between fashion trends and economic cycles, arguing that clothing choices, like skinny jeans and jorts, may signal impending recessions. It introduces concepts such as the hemline index and lipstick effect, supported by data on clothing spending, while discussing societal influences on fashion and future economic interpretations.

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