Market research Euromonitor International identified \u201cBack to Basic for Status\u201d as one of the ten global consumer trends to watch in 2019.<\/p>\n
Consumers are rejecting the mass-produced and generic and in 2019 will favour products positioned as simplified, back to basics and of better quality, with an implied level of status.<\/p>\n
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Consumers in developed economies are re-evaluating their spending habits, moving away from overt materialism to simplicity, authenticity and individuality. And, as emerging economies develop further, the same pattern is likely to emerge, with consumers tiring of generic products and starting to place more value on higher quality, unique and differentiated offerings, which convey a certain level of status.<\/p>\n
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From the rise of \u2018locavores\u2019 seeking hyperlocal food to craft spirits and beer to homemade baby food, consumers are searching for authentic, differentiated products and experiences which allow them to express their individuality. \u2018Terroir\u2019 is no longer limited to wine and coffee but is becoming an increasingly prominent feature as consumer sophistication and expectation grows.<\/p>\n
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Trends in food and drink perfectly reflect the shift of Back to Basics for Status. Buying hyperlocal food is growing in popularity for a range of reasons including that it supports local businesses, food is fresher and tastes better, it reduces the environmental impact by eliminating \u2018food miles\u2019 and may offer better value for money as it encourages the consumption of in-season fruit and vegetables.<\/p>\n
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The trend is mirrored in other categories. The rise of craft beer is well documented and there is a growing trend for craft spirits, set to grow further in 2019. Spirits from micro-distilleries are increasingly favoured for their taste innovation and experimentation, favouring of local ingredients, hand-crafted image and solid grounding in a location and origin. The alcoholic drinks industry is largely lifestyle-driven, and craft spirits is another manifestation of this, implying a certain social status and set of values for those who choose to buy craft.<\/p>\n
The consumer desire to go Back to Basics for Status will be further amplified in 2019 and beyond. Globalisation offers infinite opportunities for a growing proportion of the population and will facilitate future growth and prosperity. And the industry will continue to adapt to this growing consumer trend and help it to reach its full potential.<\/p>\n
To find out more about the \u201cBack to Basic for Status\u201d trend, download Euromonitor International\u2019s \u2018Top 10 Global Consumer Trends 2019\u2019:<\/p>\n
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