The Rise of Year Round Halloween: A Commercialized Spectacle As I strolled through a major retailer's seasonal section in early July, I was greeted by an unsettling sight: rows upon rows of Halloween decorations, costumes, and accessories already on display.
This trend is not just a curious anomaly but a symptom of a larger phenomenon – the commercialization of holidays and the exploitation of consumer sentiment.
Retailers are eager to capitalize on consumers' nostalgia for holidays, creating an artificial sense of urgency to drive sales.