These "Veblen goods," named after economist Thorstein Veblen who first mapped this peculiar behavior, reveal how deeply status-seeking is wired into our psyche. People aren't just willing to pay ...
A protective tariff is a typical conspiracy in restraint of trade. — Thorstein Veblen ...
MILAN - Fashion and design were largely perceived as feminine creative spheres for much of the 19th and 20th centuries. With her latest exhibition, "Fashion and Interiors: A Gendered Affair" at MoMu - ...
Uninformed observers may believe lower costs lead to lower quality. The Veblen Effect, named after economist Thorstein Veblen, suggests higher costs drive higher demand and, by magic, quality follows.