generational appropriation
When someone, usually a millennial or gen z, takes styles from generations past and claims it is original.
When styles from past generations come back into fashion. Must be from an older generation being worn by a younger person.
When styles from past generations come back into fashion. Must be from an older generation being worn by a younger person.
Girl one: oh my god, look how original this new outfit is, some standard 90s attire I am starting something amazing!
Girl two: your mom literally wore that same outfit, this is generational appropriation !
Girl two: your mom literally wore that same outfit, this is generational appropriation !