bobcat
Well-known Member
- Location
- Northern Calif
The Brothel Index: According to sex workers and management, they can tell when the economy is faltering when business fall off and tips go down. Being one of the oldest professions, they get a pretty good pulse of the economy just by observing regular client visits, their mood, and discretionary spending on "essentials".
The Beer Index: When the economy is weak, much more is spent on the traditional six packs rather than craft beers and pricey drafts at the local tavern.
The underwear Index: Guys skip replacing underwear when a recession is on the horizon and they're worried about money. Not sure if this is true with women as the article didn't mention that.
The Lipstick Index: Oddly, this one works the opposite way. When money is tight, women tend to spend a bit more on smaller personal care items and cosmetics rather than more expensive treats like massages, manicures, and hair fashions.
Online Dating Index: Paid membership falls off when it looks like there is trouble ahead for the budget, and the free or lower tier use ticks up.
The Brunette Index: If you notice fewer blond hairdos, it could be a sign a recession is looming. Stylists are often the first to notice economic shifts, and clients asking for easier and cheaper options. Frequently their customers shift from high-maintenance hairstyles to lower-maintenance natural looks as a way to save money. They are sometimes referred to as “recession brunettes”, and the trend often signals a downward economy.
The Beer Index: When the economy is weak, much more is spent on the traditional six packs rather than craft beers and pricey drafts at the local tavern.
The underwear Index: Guys skip replacing underwear when a recession is on the horizon and they're worried about money. Not sure if this is true with women as the article didn't mention that.
The Lipstick Index: Oddly, this one works the opposite way. When money is tight, women tend to spend a bit more on smaller personal care items and cosmetics rather than more expensive treats like massages, manicures, and hair fashions.
Online Dating Index: Paid membership falls off when it looks like there is trouble ahead for the budget, and the free or lower tier use ticks up.
The Brunette Index: If you notice fewer blond hairdos, it could be a sign a recession is looming. Stylists are often the first to notice economic shifts, and clients asking for easier and cheaper options. Frequently their customers shift from high-maintenance hairstyles to lower-maintenance natural looks as a way to save money. They are sometimes referred to as “recession brunettes”, and the trend often signals a downward economy.
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