From Finland to the world, a look at how class, wealth, and taste have evolved. When money lost meaning, style and subtlety became the new status symbols.
Tag: Society
Why I Blog: A Generalist’s Answer to a Specialist World
A reflection on why I blog, what I write about, and why being a generalist matters in a world that rewards specialists and quick takes.
10 Cultural Shifts We Should Actually Be Talking About
Culture isn’t just trends and nostalgia. From silence as luxury to algorithm-driven taste, here are 10 shifts shaping how we live, shop and imagine tomorrow.
We Loved Carrie. But the World Outgrew Her
The photo above is from my 2010 trip to New York – back when Sex and the City still felt like the city’s unofficial soundtrack.
Finland’s UX Is Emotional Bandwidth
There are things I love about Finland and things that quietly drive me insane. Some days, I feel completely at home here. Other days, I feel like I was born in the wrong country, in the wrong emotional climate, surrounded by too many polite silences and not enough verbal confirmation that people care about each…
Photo Fatigue: How a Generation Drowned in Memories They Never Touched
In a world of filters and reels, has photography lost its soul? A raw take on photo culture, algorithms, and memory.
Finally: Oscar Voters Are Required to Watch the Movies – Here’s Why It Matters
The Oscars just added a rule requiring voters to watch the nominated films. It’s basic — but it could make the awards slightly less ridiculous.
Quick Reads for Busy People: What People Get Wrong About Being a Jack of All Trades
They call us “Jack of all trades” like it’s a warning. But here’s the thing – they usually forget the rest of the phrase. This quick read unpacks where the label really comes from, why it got twisted into an insult, and what people still don’t get about being multi-talented in a specialist-obsessed world. Spoiler: we’re not the problem. We’re the glue.
What I’m Actually Good At (But Can’t Prove Easily)
Most people are quick to name what they’re good at. Certificates. Titles. Skills you can measure. I have some of those, sure—but the things I’m actually best at? You won’t find them listed anywhere. They’re not flashy. They don’t come with metrics. And they rarely get acknowledged until someone else drops the ball. What I’m…
Short Stories of History: The Cultural Impact of Pantone’s Color of the Year
Pantone 219 C and 3298 might not be names you recognize, but Barbie pink and Starbucks green are. When you see dozens of pinks, it’s easy to pick out Barbie pink, and the same goes for Starbucks green. These colors are so closely associated with their brands that they stand out in any crowd. But…
Jackinna of all Trades 