In his advice column article, Ethan Ravi PO ’29 tackles three anonymously submitted questions from 5C students asking about the performativeness of Trader Joe’s tote bags, a casual hookup situationship and dorm decorations.
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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.