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They note that millennials continue to obsess over trends like skinny jeans, avocado toast, and artisanal coffee, often perpetuating a self-deprecating and performative image on social media. In contrast, Gen Z has adopted a more casual, unpolished aesthetic—embracing “candid” posts and deliberately casual selfies—drawing mockery from older generations.
The hosts emphasize that older millennials, who often lack meaningful milestones like marriage or parenthood, still act as though they’re the “young, hip rebels,” when in reality, society’s focus has shifted elsewhere. They caution that an obsession with remaining "cool" can backfire, leading to inauthenticity and social disconnection.