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    Status Symbol

    Introduction

    The status symbols, in general, are objects that only mean to imply its’ owner’s superior economic and social status. Even though these objects just act as status indicators, will change over time. These are always connected to the basic differences between the lower and upper classes in society.

    In societies that are capitalist in nature, the status symbols are generally associated with monetary wealth. Nevertheless, in societies where army men and warriors are highly regarded, an injury which causes a scar will go onto becoming a status symbol.

    Objects as Status Symbol

    Goods, such as large houses, luxury vehicles, and other such belongings that are more expensive than an amount that can be paid as the downpayment on a home loan are generally unreachable to those that are falling under lower economic or income classes. Hence, these items are perceived as status symbols.

    As most of the utility resulting from status symbols come at a higher price, if the price of these items shoots up, then it may result in an increase in its demand instead of going the other way. The products exhibiting this phenomenon are referred to as Veblen goods.

    Uniforms

    Uniforms that represent the employment or membership of organisations, such as police, military, and other law enforcement agencies are also considered as a status symbol. Uniforms as status symbols can also illustrate the symbol of ranks, especially the tenure and other information of the bearer’s status in the organisation.

    Countries may also confer medals, badges, decorations, which imply that the wearer is recognised as a hero or is given an official status.

    In most cultures across the globe, the dress code may indicate people ought to put on specific types or styles of attire, and when and where specific objects of clothing are on display. An excellent example of this is in the professional culture, where some brands of suits, ties, and shoes show the status of the person wearing them.

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