posthipsterism

if hipsterism is a rejection of cl-ssical fashion and preppy coolness, posthipsterism is an attempt to escape the dichotomy of geeks and jocks, sh-ggy hair and clean cut, cheerleader and vegan, guitar playing douchebag and captain of the football team.

posthipsterism rejects the idea of a cultural truth, that things are inherently fashionable. the posthipster knows that everything is relative, that admitting you like a blockbuster movie can be every bit as brave and original as knowing the latest underground indie flick.

the posthipster believes creativity is not limited to a certain subgroup. the posthipster does not define himself by how he is different than the mainstream, but is guided by his individual tastes; he might have a playlist that features both top 10 music and obscure bands; he will not discriminate against fast food or chain stores, nor will he attach a romantic idea to thrift shops and mom and pop places. he might enjoy football on sunday afternoon and read a novel at night. everything is judged by its own merit, and that judgment is entirely subjective.
posthipsterism and poshipsterist theory suggest that culturally there is no such thing as a guilty pleasure; pretending to not like something because you’re worried it’s too mainstream is just hipster bullsh-t.