Our status is increasingly judged on experiences rather than goods; and not just what we experience, but what we are seen to experience (Getty) “It’s not a bag, it’s a Birkin.” In 2001 ...

In 2001, Sex and the City introduced us to the Hermès Birkin, with character Samantha Jones being told there was a five year waiting list for would-be buyers. The fashion set’s favourite ...

Loewe totes are this year's ultimate menswear status symbol, and the brand's jackets, beanies, and sunglasses have become part of an unofficial cool-guy uniform. Three men told Business Insider ...

But as I’ve gotten older—and a bit more financially savvy—I’ve noticed how often those so-called status symbols are often just illusions, especially popular among people trying to prove ...

India celebrates 17 national symbols representing its heritage, culture, and values. Key symbols include the Tiranga flag, the Ashoka Chakra emblem, the Jana Gana Mana anthem, and the Vande ...

Johnny Depp had a difficult time embracing his rising star in Hollywood. Depp, 61, admitted in an episode of an upcoming, as-yet untitled documentary about his longtime collaborator Tim Burton ...

“It is North American turtles that are a status symbol.” The turtles are protected by the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora, of which China and ...

Tesla’s brand has taken a hit, since Elon Musk’s foray into politics. The company’s stock is down and the price of used car sales has dropped more than any other brands. Reporter Caroline ...

From spending money on nails, hair, and beauty treatments to investing in chic accessories and stylish home decor, many status symbols that seem to define womanhood and femininity mean absolutely ...

Step aside, Stanley tumblers — hand sanitizer is the hottest new teen status symbol. Regardless of the generation, popularity always seems to be a big stressor to middle schoolers, with status ...

Status symbols often shift over time, depending on the nature of our society and the beliefs of the people operating within it. However, it's possible for different communities, groups ...