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Geek chic refers to the popularity of people who are considered to be Geeks , and the subversion and embracing of normally unpopular characteristics such as Glasses and interests like Comic Book s and Computer Game s. REVISIONISM Much of the revisionist image of geeks started in the mid-to-late 1990s and originated mostly with Hollywood celebrities and advertising spinwizards. However, this revisionism does not correct or try to quell the negative Stereotype s associated with geeks. Nor does it necessarily address the established positive aspects, such as high intelligence or special talents. Most importantly, it ignores the issue concerning the social ineptidude, alienation or loneliness experienced by many considered to be geeks. Instead, geek chic involves the affectation of selected, stereotypical geek traits, typically for the purpose of crafting a "fashionably quirky" or eccentric Persona . Though the origins of geek chic cannot be pinpointed to one year, 1994 was a watershed year for this trend. The following geek chic milestones can be dated to 1994:
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