New Yorker tote bags at the 5Cs: Symbolic or functional?

The New Yorker tote bag is ubiquitous at the 5Cs. The tote, offered exclusively to subscribers of the New Yorker magazine, is a phenomenon unto itself. Many students cite the tote as a primary reason for subscribing to the magazine, while others searched the online resale market. Many believe the tote has transcended its original function due to its signage value: the bag signals that its owner is well-read and cultured.

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