Y2K Milllennium Aesthetic Flashcards

What was the Y2K bug, and how did it contribute to the naming of the Y2K aesthetic?

What are two socioeconomic factors of the mid to late 1990s that created the development of the optimistic Y2K aesthetic?

Name three key technological advancements of the late 20th century that significantly influenced the visual style of Y2K.

How did the increased accessibility and novelty of the internet impact the cultural mindset and philosophical underpinnings of the Y2K aesthetic?

What was the design impact of Apple’s iMac G3 and the widespread adoption of CD technology on the Y2K aesthetic?

How did the advancements in CGI and CAD software influence the visual characteristics, specifically the shape and forms prevalent in Y2K design?

Explain the concept of futurism in the context of the Y2K aesthetic and how it manifested in the visualization of the digital age.

What are two ways in which music videos of the Y2K era served as a significant medium for showcasing and exploring the aesthetic?

What are two contrasting trends within Y2K fashion? Name a characteristic or fabric associated with each.

What were two key factors, one related to the aesthetic and one external factor that contributed to the decline of the Y2K aesthetic?