Consumerism - xoJane http://www.xojane.com/list/consumerism en Mon, 07 Jan 2013 12:30:00 -0500 <![CDATA[How Do You Afford Your DIY Lifestyle?]]>

DIY is not always cheaper. Or better. Or sustainable. Or even very much fun.

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]]> http://www.xojane.com/diy/how-do-you-afford-your-diy-lifestyle http://www.xojane.com/diy/how-do-you-afford-your-diy-lifestyle DIY Mon, 07 Jan 2013 12:30:00 -0500 Sarah Brown <![CDATA[10 Ridiculously Expensive Gifts For Kids]]>

Don't let your kid be the only one without her own $30,000 Superplexus, WHATEVER THAT IS.

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]]> http://www.xojane.com/fun/10-ridiculously-expensive-gifts-for-kids http://www.xojane.com/fun/10-ridiculously-expensive-gifts-for-kids Fun Wed, 19 Dec 2012 14:30:00 -0500 Somer Sherwood <![CDATA[You Should Fear The Barbie Crotch]]>

This anti-camel-toe shield isn’t just good for a laugh. It’s also an illustration of how industry can manufacture and then fulfill a need by making you insecure about your body.

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]]> http://www.xojane.com/issues/smooth-groove-camel-toe-shield http://www.xojane.com/issues/smooth-groove-camel-toe-shield Issues Mon, 24 Oct 2011 18:00:11 -0400 Jess