Agree the “glamour lifestyle” is definitely in vogue among the newly minted “wealthy” in major cities in the US. I would have to say especially among those who have relocated here from other countries. We see a lot of it, especially in LA, and as it relates to the film industry.
In negotiating deals, my wife has found that many major investors in film today are bringing foreign funds to the table. It’s been a great new resource for Hollywood studios and production companies, with a seemingly endless flow of money coming from abroad. She says they are like a bunch of kids who just learned a new candy store opened on their block.
The “glamour lifestyle” is something most born in the US have had access to for most of our lives, but for those who just got to the party, it seems a desirable and accessible way to achieve “perceived status,” (ala Kardashianism) which, imo, along with increased employment opportunities, is another reason why these population centers are booming.
It’s really fascinating to watch this financial and social phenomenon unfold.
