The Modern Foodie and Prosumerism
Instructor: Blaine Aberdeen
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Today, it’s easier than ever for consumers to create their own content. Anyone can become an expert and because of this, "Instagrammable" food is no longer enough. Brands are adapting to the rituals of Millennials and Gen Z with store designs that mimic the social media-friendly visuals that are so popular today. Consumers are craving Insta-worthy aesthetics on and off their plates - as brands look to speak to the changing values of consumers their spaces must cater specifically to their consumers' desire for shareable experiences.In this module, you will explore the Modern Foodie through the lens of Trend Hunter’s Megatrend Prosumerism. You will look at how consumers’ preferences have changed when it comes to sharing on social media and what brands are doing to keep up. We will highlight the importance of shareability when it comes to the food we consume and the environment in which we consume it.
Workshop Questions:
1. What relationship does your brand have with visual indulgence?
2. Which social media site should your brand lean into and why?
