Association of Marketing Theory and Practice, Association of Marketing Theory and Practice 2010

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WHY HISPANIC WOMEN WEAR WHAT THEY WEAR

Maria Gracia Inglessis

Building: Hilton Ocean Front Resort
Room: Promenade 8
Date: 03-27-2010 - 09:00 AM – 10:15 AM
Last modified: 02-11-2010

Abstract


This paper is an exploration of how Hispanic women communicate their identity through clothing and how cultural values affect how they shop for clothes. Based on in-depth interviews with Hispanic women in Florida, this study demonstrates that Latinas retain overtime a set of values characteristic of the traditional Hispanic culture.  This study also reveals that Hispanic women are high self-monitors and enjoy the experience of discovery when they shop. Specific implications for marketers are offered. 


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