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Business · Personal finance · published 2026-08-28 · via Fortune

Rhinestone trend signals consumer spending shift as Gen Z embraces sparkly customization

Young consumers are bedazzling everyday items like coffee cups and phone cases, a trend that brands are leveraging to attract Gen Z shoppers. The craze, exemplified by Kylie Jenner's birthday party, reflects a desire for affordable personalization amid economic constraints. Retailers like Sephora and SunLife Organics are incorporating rhinestones into their marketing to boost engagement.

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This summary is AI-generated and original to Mobble; the linked article is the authoritative source. Original headline: “Gen Z’s bedazzling era is the latest Lipstick Index as youths put gems on everything from coffee cups to skincare.” Browse more stories.