In his 2002 book The Rise of the Creative Class, American urban studies theorist Richard Florida presented an insightful portrait of society and shared how talents crucial to the economy—the Creative Class—have been transforming work, leisure, community and everyday life for the past two decades. This Creative Class has been central to Vulture’s DNA—a part of our community that continues to intrigue the team. In this brief product feature, we chronicle the ongoing sea of changes and emergent patterns in their lifestyle and product choices from fashion all the way to books on their reading list.
Personality Cult
by Rebecca Tan
The Traveller
Struck with an insatiable curiosity, you live to learn and uncover, to experience the world in kinesthetic, four-dimensional glory. You sneak in an adventure whenever you can, sharpening a discriminating eye for comfort and durability.
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luggage RIMOWA, shoulder bag VALEXTRA, sweater ACNE STUDIOS, jet set kit AESOP, sunscreen CHANEL, lip balm CLARINS, coin case ALBAM, fragrance HERMES, boots APC, shades RAY BANS, candle MMERCIENCORE, camera NIKON, facial cleanser REN, scarf, BURBERRY, hat ETUDES
The Art Director
Unfailingly committed to a monochromatic palette, you are naturally gifted with the cool austerity needed to pull off structured and synthetic pieces. You're indubitably a city kid, a native of style beyond the cutting edge.
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sweater KENZO, denim ACNE STUDIOS, fragrance BYREDO, candle DIPTYQUE, shoes RICK OWENS, pen MUJI, hand balm AESOP, facial cleanser KHIELS, skincare LUSH, coin pouch CHRISTOPHE LEMAIRE, leather case COMMES DES GARCONS, tote APC, shirt BIRO
The Creative Entrepreneur
Energetic, inspired and always, always fresh, you set trends without ever meaning to. Individuality comes instinctively to you, manifesting itself in a wonderfully erratic wardrobe featuring a mélange of high and emerging labels.
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Jacket CHANEL, facial cleanser SKII, body balm AESOP, cheek contour TOM FORD, bag VALEXTRA, lipstick YSL BEAUTE, bracelet CHANEL, eyeshadow NARS, fragrance DIPTYQUE, heels ALEXANDER WANG, necklace HEADLINE SEOUL, trousers MATTER PRINTS, liquid blush BY TERRY, necklace SALU, top J.W. Anderson (at Net-a-Porter)
The Fashion Darling
You don't strive for a high profile but you can't seem to help it. You have a natural vibrancy which draws the eyes and hearts of any party crowd, casting you in a spotlight that you navigate with effortless charm.
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book CARINE ROITFELD, sweater HEADLINE SEOUL, handbag SAINT LAURENT (AT ON PEDDER), sneakers CELINE, necklace CHANEL, bra top ALEXANDER WANG (AT NET-A-PORTER), lipgloss NARS, accessories CURATED EDITIONS, jacket CHANEL, skirt OPENING CEREMONY (AT NET-A-PORTER), skincare FRESH, powder CHANEL
The Architect
You personify forceful delicacy, demonstrating the conscientiousness of 20th century Parisian thinkers. Every morning, you wake to a black coffee then go on to work obsessively on your craft, cultivating a focused appreciation of form and finish.
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Jacket APC, brogues GRENSON, treatment essence SKIII MEN & KHIELS, watch MONTBLANC, glasses PRADA, pen MONTBLANC, fragrance COMME DES GARCONS, trousers COS
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