Gen Z's "Cringe" Culture: A Millennial's Perspective

Gen Z's "Cringe" Culture: A Millennial's Perspective In a recent video uploaded on May 27th, 2025, a millennial content creator, known only as Gigi, discussed the generational divide in fashion and style preferences. The video, which has garnered 405 views and 26 likes, focuses on Gen Z's tendency to label past trends as "cringe." Gigi argues that this is a universal experience, not unique to Gen Z. "Gen Z is so fucking like they everything is cringe, bro," she stated in the video. She used the example of the "swag era" and other past styles to support her point, showing that what is considered "cringe" today may be appreciated in the future. Gigi's video provides a compelling counterpoint to the common perception of Gen Z's critical view of the past and promotes a more accepting view of the evolution of style over time. The video concludes with Gigi's personal belief that "it's okay to embrace the trends of the past," suggesting that a more tolerant approach to differing generational styles is needed.