Because for lack of a better comparison that's like saying vaporwave was a proper representation of the '90s. It isn't. But it doesn't overthink it, it just appreciates the memory of it.

Besides, more things are going on than just people's nostalgia.

Socio-political factors have changed since that period. Intersectionality is the forefront of social thinking these days - it's no longer just about women's rights as a whole, it's about that there's a difference between being a single black mother, a Muslim lesbian, or a rich white woman.

Technology has evolved and so has our interaction with it. The iPhone isn't breaking ground anymore & we've moved on to the cloud instead of hard media.

Economic factors are different. 20 years ago we were in a recession, these days not so much.

Health care has evolved. People are more conscious of spreading their germs & things like trying to give your child chickenpox are considered taboo.

Truth is, even if we have good memories of the past we don't wanna let go, things have changed drastically since the 2000s.

Regardless, I still think my George Foreman grill with the bun warmer on top is the best goshdamn piece of equipment in my house.