Consuming ‘authenticity’? Reinterpreting the ‘new middle class’ in China through the lens of retailing changes

Cao, Liu

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“…Indeed, authenticity has become a major force in shaping contemporary urban life ( Tate and Shannon 2018 ). As a place-making strategy ( Cao 2022 ), diff erent ideas of authenticity are mobilized as discursive devices with real and practical eff ects on enhancing the heritage value in the rehabilitation and preservation of historic centres ( Barnes et al 2006 ) or on rendering the unique characteristics of a location into a commodity as is often the case in top-down revitalization projects of ethnic and deprived urban areas (see for instance Sánchez-Fuarros 2017 ). In her book Naked City: The Death and Life of Authentic Urban Places ( 2010 ), sociologist Sharon Zukin explores the powerful paradox at the root of this phenomenon: how the pervasive demand for experiences of authenticity, mostly by educated urbanites and tourists, is destroying the local uniqueness of the very urban places they seem to venerate.…”

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Ambiance, Tourism and the City

Sánchez-Fuarros¹,

Paiva²,

Calvo³

2023

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Ambiance, Tourism and the City considers how tourism and urban development aff ect the lived ambiances of contemporary cities around the world. As most of the existing literature on sensory atmospheres says little about the intersection between tourism and atmospheric production, this book affi rms the centrality of the notion of ambiance as a mode of inquiry into the making and remaking of urban places for tourist consumption.The book takes the reader into the sensory worlds of a traditional Italian marketplace, a jungle park in Kuala Lumpur, a slum in the Colombian city of Medellín, or the "sun and sand" tourism destinations in Southern Spain, among other case studies. It off ers new insights into the impact of tourism on the urban environment from multidisciplinary perspectives and a wide range of geographical regions across Europe, North America, Asia, and South America. Through these contemporary case studies, the book further deepens our understanding of the ways in which "ambiances" and "atmospheres" pervade the physical regeneration and sensory transformation of contemporary tourist destinations. Conversely, this book off ers insights on the eff ects of tourism on everyday urban experience.By bringing together a diverse group of scholars and case studies to present a global perspective on the atmospheric production of the tourist city, this book is to serve as a valuable reference tool for researchers and undergraduate and postgraduate students with an interest in urban ambiances, tourism, cultural geography, and urban planning.

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Section: Tourism Ambiance and Authenticitymentioning

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Ambiance, Tourism and the City

Sánchez-Fuarros¹,

Paiva²,

Calvo³

2023

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“…In this sense, city dwellers are similar to representatives of the "new middle class" in China, where everything Western is considered more prestigious and status-oriented, and thus more in line with the identity of a young and educated person. (Cao, 2022). This is also reflected in the prevalence of foreign names in the linguistic landscape.…”

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Unfolding Authenticity within Retail Transformation in Novosibirsk, Russia

Kalashnikova¹

2023

New Trends in Sustainable Business and Consumption

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The goal of the article is to describe the transformation of retail and to reveal how representatives of retail turn to the idea of authenticity. The study focuses on 3 areas in the city of Novosibirsk: the city center, Akademgorodok, and Zatulinskiy residential area. This research is conducted by a mixed-method involving quantitative and qualitative approaches. The quantitative approach is an analysis of interactive map data (2GIS): the information about all businesses in Novosibirsk’s districts in 2007 and 2023 years. The qualitative approach is visual analysis of the commercial fabric of the districts using the authenticity concept. The main findings of the research. During the period from 2007 to 2023, there was a significant increase in the number of retails in the selected areas. Moreover, in the case of the city center and Akademgorodok, the proportion of the HORECA category, primarily catering establishments, has increased. The retail in Zatulinskiy residential area is mainly represented by chain establishments, among which various grocery stores and supermarkets stand out, and the HORECA sphere is not expressed vividly. At the design level, establishments can refer to the authenticity of the place in various ways: by indicating official, expert evaluation of the age of the building, through names that refer to the roots of the place, or through images that would be associated with cultural symbols of the place. However, it is also typical for situations when symbols of places located in other countries are commodified, or when the only concern in the design is the visibility of the establishment. The results of this study may be of interest to business representatives who apply local symbols in their design.

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“…In Japan, one prevalent example is the adoption of Western-style wedding ceremonies. This trend gained popularity in the 20th century where the number of Western-style weddings in Japan increased by 16% between 2010 and 2014 (Cao, 2023). While this borrowing can be seen as a way to celebrate and incorporate different traditions, it is important to ensure that the original cultural elements are respected and not misrepresented.…”

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Boundaries and Ethics of Borrowing from Different Cultures in Central European Countries

Mwangi

2023

IJARS

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Purpose: The aim of this study was to debate the boundaries and ethics of borrowing from different cultures in central European countries. Methodology: The study adopted a desktop research methodology. Desk research refers to secondary data or that which can be collected without fieldwork. Desk research is basically involved in collecting data from existing resources hence it is often considered a low-cost technique as compared to field research, as the main cost is involved in executive’s time, telephone charges and directories. Thus, the study relied on already published studies, reports and statistics. This secondary data was easily accessed through the online journals and library. Findings: The findings revealed that there exists a contextual and methodological gap relating to the boundaries and ethics of borrowing from different cultures in central European countries. Preliminary empirical review revealed that cultural borrowing in the fashion industry often raises concerns of cultural misappropriation, lack of recognition and compensation for the original cultures, and perpetuation of power imbalances. It emphasized the need for informed cultural exchange and collaboration. It is crucial to establish guidelines and policies that provide clear frameworks for ethical borrowing practices across various domains such as fashion, music, culinary arts, and visual arts. Recommendations: The Cultural Appropriation Theory, Postcolonial Theory and Intercultural Communication Theory may be used to anchor future studies on boundaries and ethics of borrowing from different cultures in central European countries. Open dialogue should be encouraged, equal partnerships and meaningful collaborations between cultures is also essential. Also, legal frameworks should be developed to protect traditional knowledge, cultural heritage, and the rights of cultural communities.

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Consuming ‘authenticity’? Reinterpreting the ‘new middle class’ in China through the lens of retailing changes

Cited by 5 publications

References 56 publications

Ambiance, Tourism and the City

Ambiance, Tourism and the City

Unfolding Authenticity within Retail Transformation in Novosibirsk, Russia

Boundaries and Ethics of Borrowing from Different Cultures in Central European Countries

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