30 Examples Of Cringe Capitalism From The Beginnings Of A Boring Dystopia

Welcome to the wild world of cringe capitalism, where every awkward ad campaign and tone-deaf corporate stunt feels like we’re living in the first chapter of a boring dystopia.

From brands trying way too hard to be “relatable” to promotions that make you question if we’re all just characters in a really poorly written sci-fi novel, these fails will have you laughing—and maybe crying a little, too.

Buckle up, because we’re diving into the cringiest examples of capitalism gone wrong, straight from the frontlines of our bizarre, boring dystopia!

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Mike

Mike Primavera

Mike Primavera is a Chicago-based comedy writer even though he doesn't HAVE to work. He lives comfortably off of his family's pasta fortune. Follow him on all social media at @primawesome