Icon Analysis
The three icons I chose to focus on
are Dunkin' Donuts, Coach Handbags and the movie “It's A Wonderful
Life” Dunkin' Donuts was founded in 1950 in Quincy Massachusetts.
Dunkin' Donuts is the world's leading baked goods and coffee chain in
the US. Whether it is the 52 different donuts they offer or the
classic coffee that gets your day started, Dunkin' Donuts is the best
start to a morning. My second icon is Coach handbags. Coach was
founded in 1941 as a family-run business. Coach is a perfect example
of a classic American style that has withstood the test of time. From
the beautiful bags to the comfortable clothing, nothing says style
like this brand. Speaking of American classics, the movie “It's a
Wonderful Life” shows how easy it is to forget the good things in
life. This now beloved Christmas classic has not only become
tradition in my home, but in homes across the world. The way the
community pulls together for one of its own touches the heart of
anyone who watches it.
Dunkin' Donuts was first introduced to
me on my first trip to NYC. I immediately fell in love with the rich
coffee flavor and the over whelming choices of donuts. There were
many years that I wasn't able to get Dunkin' Donuts in my area so my
father-in-law would send me coffee from New York. I always looked
forward to getting that package and in a small way I think that gave
he and I a special little bond. Every summer when my family and I go
to NYC to visit family, my vacation isn't
complete until I have the traditional
cup of coffee.
Coach Handbags is one of my most
favorite things in the entire world. I love to treat myself to a
beautiful new handbag and matching wallet. I think Coach is a perfect
example of a classy brand that never goes out of style. Many people
say that a handbag is simply a “container” for my personal
belongings, I disagree. I look at my bags as an extension of my
personality. If I am feeling “sassy” I may choose a bright color
or floral print. If I need to be a little more conservative, then a
traditional solid color bag would be the best choice. Regardless of
the reason, shopping for Coach bags makes me feel good about myself.
I never have to worry about if the size fits, I only have to worry
about whether they have the matching wallet. ; )
It's a Wonderful Life. Those four
little words have so much meaning to me. Tradition, family, friends,
love, these are only a few things this movie stands for. A Christmas
classic about a small town man who is given the gift of seeing what
life would be like if he had never been born and seeing how his life
had touched the lives of others is a lesson we all could learn from.
At some point in each of our lives we get caught up in the day-to-day
drama and forget that we have an impact on other people. This movie
reminds us of that. I love the wholesome feel the movie has and the
innocent nature the characters bring to life. This movie will always
be one of the holiday traditions in my family. My children have grown
up watching it and hopefully my grandchildren will as well. In the
busy and hectic world we live in it's nice to escape to a place where
“No man is a failure who has friends”.
References:
Coach,
I. (n.d.). Retrieved from
http://www.coach.com/online/handbags/genWCM-10551-10051-en-/Coach_US/CompanyInformation/InvestorRelations/CompanyProfile
Dirks,
T. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.filmsite.org/itsa.html
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