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Understanding Voluntary Simplifiers in Bulgaria

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  • Vanya Kraleva

    (University of Economics - Varna)

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The notion of voluntary simplicity reflecting the rejection of growing consumerism and materialism of our society and the orientation towards personal growth, ecological awareness and material simplicity instead gains more and more popularity in scientific literature. Even though in developed economies the first manifestations of this lifestyle date back to the 70s of the last decay, it is quite new to consumers in catching up countries like Bulgaria. The different economic and cultural background of these markets is a prerequisite for diverse motivational and behavioral models. Through qualitative research the current article examines the grounds for the adoption of voluntary simplicity values in Bulgaria and studies the changes in consumer behavior. The results from this study reveal important insights for marketers targeting this growing segment.

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  • Vanya Kraleva, 2017. "Understanding Voluntary Simplifiers in Bulgaria," International Conference on Marketing and Business Development Journal, The Bucharest University of Economic Studies, vol. 1(1), pages 90-96, July.
    • Handle: RePEc:aes:icmbdj:v:1:y:2017:i:1:p:90-96
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    Keywords

    Voluntary simplicity; consumer behavior; anti-consumerism.;
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    JEL classification:

    • D12 - Microeconomics - - Household Behavior - - - Consumer Economics: Empirical Analysis
    • M31 - Business Administration and Business Economics; Marketing; Accounting; Personnel Economics - - Marketing and Advertising - - - Marketing

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