The 21st century hipster: On micro-populations in times of superdiversity
Maly,Ico Varis,Piia
Maly,Ico
Varis,Piia
Abstract
Through a critical review of existing literature on hipsters, and an analysis of online data, this article provides a description of ‘hipster culture’. To this end, we examine the reoccurring markers of hipster identity and, crucially, the accompanying identity discourses on hipsters. As a result, a picture of hipster culture emerges as a translocal and layered phenomenon with contextually specific claims to authenticity, and certain material infrastructures and effects emerge with the culture. Finally, we will propose the concept of ‘micro-population’ as a tool for making sense not only of hipsters, but identity in general in times of superdiversity.
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2016
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hipster, commodification, micro-populations, superdiversity, ethnography, neoliberalism
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Maly, I & Varis, P 2016, 'The 21st century hipster : On micro-populations in times of superdiversity', European Journal of Cultural Studies, vol. 19, no. 6, pp. 637-653. https://doi.org/10.1177/1367549415597920