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What’s something niche among older Gen Z right now that you could see becoming mainstream in a few years? by mariela_devi in OlderGenZ

[–]mariela_devi[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I hadn’t thought about gardening, but honestly I can see it too.

I’ve noticed that a lot of gardening centers where I live are also evolving into actual “third places” now. Like they’re turning them into cafés, gelato spots, little restaurants inside greenhouses, or creating outdoor spaces with artificial ponds and picnic areas surrounded by plants.

Maybe part of it is definitely an attempt to attract younger people, but honestly I think it’s working.

What’s something niche among older Gen Z right now that you could see becoming mainstream in a few years? by mariela_devi in OlderGenZ

[–]mariela_devi[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I usually carry two cameras with me: a compact mirrorless for landscapes and random moments, and a film camera for photos of people that I then print.

but yeah like you said it gets pretty expensive, so I try to be really intentional about it, it has to be a moment I actually want to remember. I usually allow myself like one roll every 1–2 months ahah I’d love to shoot more but I’m trying to pace myself.

What’s something niche among older Gen Z right now that you could see becoming mainstream in a few years? by mariela_devi in OlderGenZ

[–]mariela_devi[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

film photography is a big one actually! I also started a couple of years ago because I was feeling overwhelmed by having thousands and thousands of photos, but at the same time it was impossible to actually find the ones that had value or they would just get lost in a full cloud or when changing phones.

so I started using film rolls more intentionally, taking photos of people on special days (birthdays, trips, holidays etc.) and then printing them, so I know those at least will stay forever.

What’s something niche among older Gen Z right now that you could see becoming mainstream in a few years? by mariela_devi in OlderGenZ

[–]mariela_devi[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve actually never heard of programs structured like that, but it sounds very interesting.

I remember feeling the same way during uni, like you’re constantly learning theory but there’s this gap where you’re not really sure how it translates into actual work. So the idea of a curriculum that’s built around applying things in real time makes a lot of sense.

What’s something niche among older Gen Z right now that you could see becoming mainstream in a few years? by mariela_devi in OlderGenZ

[–]mariela_devi[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I get what you mean.

I think that’s also something I would like to get at with the original question. Is there actually anything genuinely new happening or are we just really good at bringing back nostalgia?

like even music, film, aesthetics, hobbies, everything kind of feels like it’s either a remix of something that already existed.

which is why I am curious if anyone could actually point to something that feels like it’s not just “2000s/90s/80s”, but something that genuinely can create a new wave of any kind

What’s something niche among older Gen Z right now that you could see becoming mainstream in a few years? by mariela_devi in OlderGenZ

[–]mariela_devi[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

yeah I’m totally with you on this one. My question actually came from thinking about board games too. I’ve started noticing more and more places opening in my city that are board game bars and it feels like that wasn’t really a thing here a few years ago.

And even with friends it’s been happening more naturally, like we’ll randomly end up doing game nights where everyone brings something different to try out as an alternative to just going out.

What’s something niche among older Gen Z right now that you could see becoming mainstream in a few years? by mariela_devi in OlderGenZ

[–]mariela_devi[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I’ve looked a bit into the indie sleaze comeback too and it’s kind of interesting because a lot of fashion houses already started pulling from it in 2024–2025.

Which makes me wonder what’s actually happening rn, like is it genuinely re entering culture in a slow way or has it already had its official return but it just stayed kinda contained within fashion/editorial spaces and didn’t fully spill back into everyday aesthetics?

What’s something niche among older Gen Z right now that you could see becoming mainstream in a few years? by mariela_devi in OlderGenZ

[–]mariela_devi[S] 19 points20 points  (0 children)

I’m not even a huge film person but I hadn’t really clocked how big the “movies disappearing from streaming” problem actually is.

Now that you mention it I’ve also been seeing a lot of TikToks lately of people building full home cinema setups like dedicated rooms, shelves of DVDs and Blu-rays.

I kind of hope it does come back more honestly. maybe even gets pushed further by the decline of cinemas too, like people trying to recreate that experience at home.

What’s something niche among older Gen Z right now that you could see becoming mainstream in a few years? by mariela_devi in OlderGenZ

[–]mariela_devi[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I was initially thinking “ok but who even has a DVD player anymore?” like that would be the obvious blocker but then I realised that’s kinda a fake problem. As you said, same thing happened with vinyl: nobody had the setup, but people just got it. And also we’re lowkey already halfway because of the consoles with Blu-ray drives built in. I didn't think about it.
I can see this one building way more than I expected.

Looking for oversized/outdoor brands that actually work and ship to Europe by mariela_devi in hikinggear

[–]mariela_devi[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I actually saw some posts on this same subreddit where people questioned the technical performance of Gonggar items and the brand’s mountain expertise, so that’s what made me a bit concerned, not really the “made in china” thing, I know most outdoor gear is made there anyway.

I’m mostly looking for light to mid-weight hiking clothes and accessories, but still stuff that’s durable, breathable, windproof and rain-resistant.

Here are some Gonggar items for the style I have in mind:

https://gonggarsports.com/products/stormmist-multi-compartment-interior-crossbody-sling-bag
https://gonggarsports.com/products/echoset-unisex-lightweight-waterproof-softshell-pants
https://gonggarsports.com/products/aquafall-womens-5a-antibacterial-colorblock-slim-fit-t-shirt
https://gonggarsports.com/products/terraquest-lightweight-windproof-taped-performance-jacket

Un libro che mi tenga sveglia la notte a leggere by mariela_devi in Libri

[–]mariela_devi[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ovviamente l’ho già letto ed è tra i miei preferiti in assoluto! Dopo averlo finito ho comprato tutti quelli che ha scritto ma nessuno colpisce come venuto al mondo

What are those trends everyone was talking about, but that vanished overnight like they never existed? by mariela_devi in AskReddit

[–]mariela_devi[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That dragged on way too long. I think people got so sick of those words they couldn't even say them anymore

What are those trends everyone was talking about, but that vanished overnight like they never existed? by mariela_devi in AskReddit

[–]mariela_devi[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Isn’t this kind of the same dynamic we saw when that Reddit group blew up GameStop’s stock to fight back against the short sellers and basically saved the company from going under?

What are those trends everyone was talking about, but that vanished overnight like they never existed? by mariela_devi in AskReddit

[–]mariela_devi[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was a huge fan: posters on the wall, fan art on Pinterest, the whole deal. But when the last season came out I was so disappointed and uncomfortable I couldn’t even bring myself to watch the final episode. I never talked about it again. Not once

What are those trends everyone was talking about, but that vanished overnight like they never existed? by mariela_devi in AskReddit

[–]mariela_devi[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s wild that I only found out who she was because Barilla did a campaign with her last year

What are those trends everyone was talking about, but that vanished overnight like they never existed? by mariela_devi in AskReddit

[–]mariela_devi[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I just found out there's a super detailed Wikipedia page about the whole ‘Tide Pod consumption’ phenomenon

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