From Department Stores to Home Ownership: 18 Things Millennials Aren’t Spending Money On

It seems that barely a week goes by that there isn’t a new report detailing an industry that’s getting “killed” by millennials. Over the last few years, it’s become evident that millennial people just don’t buy the same things that our parents’ generation did. A lot of this has to do with finances: Many millennials have a lot of student loan debt, and many also entered the workforce during the recession. All of this adds up to a general desire to buy conscientiously and to save money.

But millennials do have a lot of spending power, which makes them a truly desirable segment of the market, according to Vice President of Marketing for Label Insight, Kira Karapetian. Karapetian tells Brit + Co that millennials spend an estimated $600 billion (!) each year.

Though there are plenty of products that are in decline in large part because millennials don’t like them, the generation has been unfairly scapegoated in the press a few notable times. Last year, Business Insiderran a headline claiming “Millennials aren’t eating cereal because it’s too much work,” and suggested that young shoppers were to blame for a dip in cereal sales. This turned out not to be totally accurate, but we’ll get to that later! The point is: It’s fair to be a little wary of headlines that claim millennials are “killing” a product or an industry. Sometimes, the truth is a bit more complicated.

But, indeed, there are a number of things that older generations enjoyed that millennials either aren’t interested in or just don’t feel they have the money to afford. Here’s a look at 18 things millennials aren’t buying very much of these days.

Designer handbags

According to a 2016 study from The NPD Group, a market research company, and Stylitics, a fashion and tech consumer insights company, while overall handbag sales went up between 2014 and 2016, growth lagged among one very important shopping contingent: millennials. The NPD Group and Stylitics report said that handbag sales were up five percent among baby boomers between 2014 and 2016, but only two percent among millennials in the same time period. Millennial handbag-buyers, it turns out, consider the purchase for a few months before actually buying and aren’t tied to brand loyalty.

The millennial handbag customer “starts with specific product attributes, not a brand, when looking for her next handbag, and invests more time and research in her purchase than brands and retailers realize,” Stylitics CEO and co-founder Rohan Deuskar stated in the 2016 report.

diamonds

CNBC reports that while millennials have not stopped buying diamonds altogether (in fact, millennials bought $26 billion worth of diamonds in 2015), they’re definitely not buying as many diamonds as the previous generation. The diamond industry largely relies on engagement rings for sales, and millennials aren’t getting married as soon or as frequently as baby boomers did. The Financial Times reports that marriage rates in the US are the lowest they’ve been in 100 years, and in general, millennials are waiting longer to get married.

Not only are fewer millennials getting married than baby boomers when they were in the same age range, but millennials who do get engaged often prefer to buy rings that don’t have diamonds, and would rather spend big chunks of money on experiences rather than things, according to CNBC.

anything from department stores, like macy’s

According to USA Today, millennials only like to go shopping in brick and mortar stores if they’re offered an experience that can’t be found online. Department stores like Macy’s and Sears haven’t been making the cut, and, as a result, have been closing in huge numbers. Meanwhile, discount stores like TJMaxx have actually been opening in more locations. NBC reports that discount stores are appealing to millennials who enjoy hunting for a good deal, and, of course, the lower prices are appealing among this group that doesn’t like to waste money. (Photo via Drew Angerer/Getty)

homes

Homeownership isn’t affordable for many millennials. According to a recent report from Bank of America Corp., cited by Investopedia, “The gap in affordability between the overall population and young adults has widened over the years.” As a result, only 38 percent of US millennials are homeowners, and the overall homeownership rate has dropped to below 65 percent — the lowest it’s been in over 50 years.

Overall, millennials are waiting longer to buy homes compared to older generations. Michelle Meyer, an economist at Bank of America Merrill Lynch, told Business Insider in June that, “The delay in homeownership is due to tighter credit standard and lifestyle changes, including delayed marriage and children.”

chain restaurants like applebee’s

Casual dining chain restaurants like Applebee’s and Buffalo Wild Wings are not exactly popular among young adults. In fact, millennials have been accused by Business Insider of “killing” this type of restaurant. This year, Applebee’s made a concerted effort to attract millennials, but it just didn’t pan out, and the company was forced to abandon appealing to this age group altogether, NPR reported in August.

But a lack of interest from millennials has been an issue for casual dining chains for years. In 2014, Red Lobster chains weren’t doing well in sales, forcing the company to sell. In a report about Red Lobster’s decline, USA Today noted that these chain restaurants just aren’t cool enough for millennials. And have we mentioned the prices? Despite being nothing fancy, casual dining restaurants aren’t cheap, and as we now know well: Millennials like to save money.

beer

When it comes to cracking open a cold one, millennials aren’t interested in mass-market American brands. According to a CNBC report, unlike the baby boomer generation, millennials prefer craft beers to big-name brands like Budweiser and Miller-Coors. Not only are millennials more inclined to reach for unique craft beers, but they’re not drinking as much beer as older generations in general. TheDenver Post reported in July that, overall, when millennials are looking to get boozy, they’re turning to hard liquor and wine. Oh, and also, weed: Millennials are smoking quite a bit of weed, as it turns out, which may also be cutting into beer sales.

cereal (for Breakfast)

When a study about breakfast habits came out in this spring, headlines cropped up claiming that millennials were “killing” the cereal industry and that millennials were “too lazy” to eat cereal. Rude!

GQ looked into these claims, and found that many of the millennial-bashing cereal headlines were (you guessed it!) not entirely accurate. Speaking with the company behind the study, Mintel, a market intelligence agency, GQ learned that millennials are still, in fact, buying cereal, just not for breakfast.

Cereal seems to have pivoted to more of a snack food for millennials. At breakfast-time, millennials are eating “convenient, portable food,” Mintel senior food analyst Amanda Topper told GQ.

yogurt

Yogurt sales, especially light yogurt, are in decline. Business Insider reported in 2016 that light yogurt sales dropped eight-and-a-half percent in the year leading up to the report, and millennials were apparently to blame. The reasoning here is that millennials are taking a different approach to “healthy eating” than older generations, opting for organic and high-protein foods, instead of just foods low in calories and fat, according to Business Insider.

life insurance

Millennials are picky about how they spend their money, and one item not making the cut for millennial spending is life insurance. According to a June survey conducted by Princeton and commissioned by insuranceQuotes, 71 percent of millennials say they’re healthy and don’t see the need to buy life insurance. But millennials aren’t the only ones not shelling out for life insurance: 37 percent of Americans overall don’t own a life insurance policy. For millennials, the feeling that they’re healthy and don’t need life insurance is a big factor, as is the fact that millennials would rather spend money on an experience like a vacation, or a new smartphone, according to BenefitsPro.

lottery tickets

Lottery ticket sales have been growing overall, according to Reuters, but millennials are barely buying into the lottery. Lottery ticket sales went up by nine percent in 2015, Reuters reports, but only one-third of millennials had purchased a lottery ticket in the last year. The reason, of course, is that the lottery is basically a huge waste of money, which is something millennials try to avoid.

anything from home improvement stores like home depot

Millennials aren’t buying homes at very high rates, which means they have little need for home improvement supplies. As renters, millennials aren’t in the market for new toilets, sod, and kitchen backsplash tiles, giving them no real reason to spend money at stores like Home Depot and Lowe’s. (Photo via Scott Olsen/Getty)

stocks

According to a July article from Bankrate, millennials are the least likely age demographic to buy stocks. In a survey conducted by Bankrate Money Pulse, only one-third of millennials said they invest in either stocks, mutual funds, or retirement accounts. When asked by Bankrate why they weren’t investing, millennials said they felt that they couldn’t afford to invest. (Photo via Spencer Platt/Getty)

fabric softener

Fabric softener sales are way down these days (26 percent between 2007 and 2015, according to Fox Business), and supposedly millennials are to blame. According to a statement made by Proctor & Gamble’s President of Global Fabric Care Shailesh Jejurikar in a 2016 investor meeting, millennials “don’t know what the product is for or think it is for a specific load,” Fox Business reported.

But Proctor & Gamble’s communication director, Damon Jones, made a broader statement: “While most households do laundry and use detergent for cleaning, only two-thirds use a fabric conditioner.” Sounds like a lot of people aren’t using fabric softener, not just millennials.

Consumerist further noted that some types of athletic clothing, which is a really popular clothing type right now, shouldn’t be washed with fabric softener, a factor which may contribute to its fall from use.

oil

When it comes to millennials and oil, it’s not a lack of consumption that’s the issue so much as a lacking desire to work in the industry. According to a 2016 report from McKinsey&Company, an oil and gas company, 14 percent of millennials surveyed said they would not want to work in the oil and gas industry. Not a terribly huge number, but the 14 percent of millennials who said the oil and gas industry wasn’t for them noted it was largely because oil and gas has a negative reputation. A 2015 Nielsen report found that sustainability is important to millennials, so it makes sense that some of them wouldn’t want to work in oil and gas.

bars of soap

Only 64 percent of Americans use bars of soap these days, according to a 2016 report from Mintel, but squares of soap have a particularly bad reputation among millennials. While 48 percent of Americans feel that bars of soap are unsanitary, the number is even higher for millennials: 60 percent, according to Mintel.

Golf

According to National Golf Association figures cited in the NY Post, there were 24.1 million golfers in the United States last year, a slight drop from 24.7 million golfers the previous two years. Gavin Newsham, an editor for Golf Punk magazine, opined in the Post that “it’s the millennials’ fault” that golf is in decline. Golf is an expensive sport mostly enjoyed by an older set of people, and money-conscious millennials just aren’t interested in picking it up.

CABLE

A lot of millennials have no interest in cable TV packages. According to data from GfK, a market research company, a total of 30 percent of millennials don’t have cable. Citing numbers from Magid Advisors, a business strategy company, USA Today reports that nine percent of millennials with a cable plan cancel their subscriptions. With so many options for streaming TV shows and movies, from Netflix to Amazon Prime, millennials don’t have a need for cable subscriptions to get their entertainment fix, USA Today reports.

motorcyles

It turns out that millennials aren’t as big of fans of motorcycles as their parents’ generation. When Harley Davidson was downgraded from “outperform” to “market performance” for sales expectations this year, millennials were listed as a big reason why. David Beckel, an analyst for AllianceBernstein, the investment company that downgraded Harley Davidson, stated that their data “suggests the younger Gen Y population is adopting motorcycling at a far lower rate than prior generations,” according to CNBC.

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In the midst of award show season, everything points to Oscar Sunday. The show, which celebrates achievement in film, is my most-important night of the year and my friends and I go all out. Themed snacks, ballots, and very loud celebrations when our favorite stars and movies win. But before the big day comes, we need to watch all the movies up for awards!

Here's where you can stream all the biggest movies of the year before the Oscars airs on March 2, 2025.

Dune: Part Two — Stream On Max

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This sequel opens after Paul has joined the Fremen, and after he escaped the murderous Harkonnen family. Now he's out to avenge his father — and come to terms with his destiny as a savior.

Dune: Part Two is on Max and stars Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, Rebecca Ferguson, Dave Bautista, Stellan Skarsgård, Josh Brolin, Javier Bardem, Charlotte Rampling, Florence Pugh, Austin Butler, Lea Seydoux, and Christopher Walken.

Twisters — Stream on Peacock

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Twisters follows former storm chaser Kate. When she's roped back into chasing by her friend Javi, Kate meets social media star Tyler, and comes face-to-face with the biggest storms ever.

Twisters is on Peacock and stars Daisy Edgar-Jones, Glen Powell, Brandon Perea, Anthony Ramos, Maura Tierney, Sasha Lane, Harry Hadden-Paton, David Corenswet, Daryl McCormack, Tunde Adebimpe, Katy O’Brian, Nik Dodani, Kiernan Shipka, and Paul Scheer.

Emilia Pérez — Stream On Netflix

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In this musical thriller, Cartel leader Emilia enlists the help of Rita, a lawyer, to help her retire from a life of crime and live out her truth.

Emilia Pérez is on Netflix and stars Karla Sofía Gascón, Zoe Saldaña, Selena Gomez, Adriana Paz, and Edgar Ramírez.

Wicked — Rent On Amazon Prime

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But this year's biggest musical is definitely Wicked. This alternative origin story for the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good follows the college roommates as they come of age in Oz, and learn the Wizard isn't all as he seems. I can't for Part 2 this year!

Wicked stars Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, Jonathan Bailey, Ethan Slater, Jeff Goldblum, Michelle Yeoh, and Marissa Bode.

The Substance — Stream On MUBI

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Elisabeth Sparkle gets fired from her own fitness TV show after she turns 50. But she seems to find a solution when she acquires The Substance...and creates a younger version of herself. The absolutely crazy thriller was one of the buzziest movies of the year — and won Demi Moore her first Golden Globe!

The Substance is on MUBI and stars Demi Moore, Margaret Qualley, and Dennis Quaid.

Challengers — Stream On Prime Video

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In Challengers, former tennis star Tashi coaches her husband Art, but her job gets way more complicated when he ends up in a match against his former best friend (and her ex) Patrick.

Challengers is on Prime Video and MGM+ and stars Zendaya, Mike Faist, and Josh O'Connor.

Inside Out 2 — Stream On Disney+

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Riley's becoming a teenager in Inside Out 2, which means Joy, Sadness, Anger, Envy, Fear, and Disgust have to make way for new emotions like Anxiety and Envy. What could go wrong?

Inside Out 2 is on Disney+ and stars Liza Lapira, Tony Hale, Ayo Edebiri, Maya Hawke, Adèle Exarchopoulos, Paul Walter Hauser, Amy Poehler, Lewis Black, Phyllis Smith, Kensington Tallman, Lilimar, Diane Lane, and Kyle MacLachlan.

Deadpool & Wolverine — Stream On Disney+

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Deadpool teams up with the one and only Wolverine (well, after meeting dozens throughout the multiverse) after learning the TVA plans on destroying his timeline and his loved ones.

Deadpool & Wolverine is on Disney+ and stars Ryan Reynolds, Morena Baccarin, Stefan Kapičić, Brianna Hildebrand, Shioli Kutsuna, Owen Wilson, Matthew Macfadyen, Emma Corrin, Jennifer Garner, Chris Evans, Wesley Snipes, Channing Tatum, Blake Lively, and Dafne Keen.

Beetlejuice Beetlejuice  — Stream On Max

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Lydia Deetz and her daughter Astrid return to Winter River after a family tragedy, and wind up enlisting Beetlejuice's help (if you can even call it that) after Astrid opens a portal to the afterlife.

Beetlejuice Beetlejuice is on Max and stars Jenna Ortega, Winona Ryder, Michael Keaton, Willem Dafoe, and Justin Theroux.

Gladiator 2 — Rent On Amazon Prime

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After the death of his wife, Lucius becomes a gladiator with a mission: take revenge on the general responsible for her death.

Gladiator 2 is on Amazon Prime and stars Paul Mescal, Connie Nielsen, Fred Hechinger, Joseph Quinn, Pedro Pascal, and Denzel Washington.

Anora — Rent On Amazon Prime

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When sex worker Anora and politician's son Vanya tie the knot so Vanya can get a green card and escape his father, their lives totally flip upside down — and not just because Vanya's family sets out to end the marriage.

Anora is on Amazon Prime and stars Mikey Madison, Mark Eydelshteyn, Yura Borisov, Karren Karagulian, Vache Tovmasyan, and Aleksei Serebryakov.

Conclave — Stream On Peacock

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This movie takes place during a conclave to choose the next pope, and is totally unprepared for the scandals he uncovers along the way.

Conclave is on Peacock and stars Ralph Fiennes, Stanley Tucci, John Lithgow, Sergio Castellitto, and Isabella Rossellini.

A Real Pain — Rent On Amazon Prime

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Two Jewish American cousins who reconnect and embark on a Holocaust tour in Poland after the death of their grandmother. This was one of my favorite movies of the year and I couldn't recommend it more!

A Real Pain is on Amazon Prime and stars Jesse Eisenberg, Kieran Culkin, Will Sharpe, Jennifer Grey, Kurt Egyiawan, Liza Sadovy, and Daniel Oreskes.

The Wild Robot — Rent On Amazon Prime

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Robot Roz crashes on a deserted island and quickly adopts an orphaned gosling, teaching him to fly and prepping him for the annual migration. Prepare to cry, like, a lot!!

The Wild Robot is on Amazon Prime and stars Lupita Nyong'o, Pedro Pascal, Kit Connor, Catherine O'Hara, Bill Nighy, Stephanie Hsu, and Mark Hamill.

Alien: Romulus — Stream On Hulu

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A group of young space colonizers are tasked with exploring an abandoned space station and must confront the most terrifying life form in the universe.

Alien: Romulus is on Hulu and stars Cailee Spaeny, David Jonsson, Archie Renaux, Isabela Merced, Spike Fearn, and Aileen Wu.

Stay tuned for the official 2025 Oscar nominations and check out 25 New TV Shows You NEED To Watch In 2025!

One of the deep questions I asked myself on January 1 was, "How do you want to feel as a stay-at-home mom who's also a part of the WFH crew?" The first word that popped into my mind wasn't a full sentence; it was 'ease.'

I've spent the greater part of my life as a people pleaser who also has a Type A personality when inspired during work hours. There's nothing wrong with being ambitious, but I don't always know when to turn it off which leads to burnout. Does this sound like you?

If so, we're not doing this anymore bestie. This year we're changing the way we approach work so we're not on a first-name basis with stress 10 months out of the year. I've got tips from the following bada** ladies who know how imperative it is to not let work drain us:

  • Kayla Baum, CEO & Founder of Twello (a workplace wellness company!)
  • Corry Frazier and Melissa Pepin, Founders at The Business Reboot

Keep scrolling for 8 expert-approved tips for how to make work less stressful — & trust me, you need these.

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1. Actually Use Your Planner In 2025

We're not buying pretty planners just so they can collect dust on our desks or coffee tables anymore. Corry Frazier and Melissa Pepin want you to get serious because they feel "it starts with planning." They don't mean the kind you eventually flake on either.

"Effective planning is key to maintaining balance and reducing burnout. Whether you're mapping out tasks, meetings, or events, dedicated time for preparation ensures focus and reduces stress," they say. In other words, "the more intentional you are in planning, the more productive you'll be," according to them.

Ever since I've been blocking out my tasks by hour in planner, I've been able to get more done without feeling overwhelmed by splitting my time between writing and being in mommy mode. Frazier and Pepin suggest that you "set weekly planning sessions" that consist of "30-60 minutes each weekend to map out your upcoming week."

This eventually "reduces decision fatigue, fosters a sense of control, and helps you start Monday with clarity and purpose," they add. Yes, this is a sign that you'll be breaking up with the dreaded 'Sunday scaries' if you follow their advice. "You'll feel proactive and grounded rather than reacting to the week as it unfolds," they agree.

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2. Embrace A "Fake Commute" When Working From Home

One of Kayla Baum's tips is to switch up your routine if you're a remote worker. Rolling out of the bed at the last minute before logging on for work sounds appealing until you realize you're uninspired by your days. But, what is a "fake commute?"

"It mimics the structure of a traditional commute to establish a boundary between work and personal life. This could mean taking a walk around the block, doing a 10-minute guided meditation, or even just changing clothes at the end of the day," Baum mentions.

Based on her experience, she's found that "it works because it provides a psychological buffer, helping to separate work and home life." She feels it's "crucial for positive mental health and boosting productivity at work (and at home)."

You can also create a separate work space that's not in your bedroom to get work done! That's helped me tremendously so I'm not sleeping and working in the same area.

Anna Nekrashevich

3. Focus On High-Impact Tasks

Similar to planning your work days as best as you can, Frazier and Pepin want you to "prioritize the tasks that align with your goals." To minimize distractions, they want you to ask yourself:

  • What is the most effective use of my time right now?
"For instance, if you're preparing for a big presentation at work, concentrate on immediate needs rather than getting sidetracked by unrelated projects. This approach helps you conserve energy for what truly matters," they suggest.

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4. Stop Making Daily Decisions Hard

Tasks like your morning routine or figuring out what you'll eat don't have to take up a chunk of your time anymore. "Use productivity hacks, such as pre-planning meals or laying out weekly outfits," suggest Frazier and Pepin. They feel that "small routines like this eliminate unnecessary choices" to "make mornings smoother."

According to them, it's "especially helpful for families juggling multiple schedules." I couldn't agree more because I've spent so many frazzled mornings trying to make decisions about what myself and my toddler would wear or eat instead of planning them. With the help of my fiancé, we've cut so much time in half by being prepared ahead of time instead of 'winging it' before work.

Yan Krukau

5. Understand What Your Boundaries Are And Set Them

Worried that you'll be considered 'mean' if you tell your manager or coworkers what your boundaries are at work? Depending on your environment, it's 100% understandable. However, you're human and there's no reason you should be over-performing to your detriment. Frazier and Pepin say, "Set boundaries and communicate clearly. Adopt Brené Brown's mantra: 'To be clear is to be kind.'"

They encourage you to not only "be upfront about your schedule to manage others' expectations," but it's also so you can "avoid over-commitment." Say it with me: I will not make false promises just to appease others. Why?

Frazier and Pepin say, "Don't be afraid to say no to side projects or anything that doesn't align with your goals."

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6. Ignore Emails Sent After Your Work Hours

I've been guilty of sending an email after work to acknowledge that I saw something, but I never expect other people to feel obligated to respond until the next business day. On the flip side, I've felt pressured to answer something that feels timely and I've gone to sleep thinking about the sender's potential follow-up email.

"Just because a coworker chooses to work late at night doesn't mean you must answer. One helpful trick is to include your working days and hours in your signature, explaining that responses may be delayed outside of those times," Frazier and Pepin say. They even have a prompt you can use if you're not sure what to type:

  • "My working hours are [Your Working Hours, e.g., 9 AM - 4 PM ET]. Please note that these may differ from your local time zone. I appreciate your understanding and will respond to emails during my working hours."

I can't wait to start utilizing this...for research purposes only 👀.

Tima Miroshnichenko

7. Please, log off from work when it's time.

Unless you're scheduled to work late, take the time to log off from work and not think about it until the next day. Baum says, "Commit to fully logging off once the workday ends—no 'quick email replies' or sneaking in work over the weekend." I'm eyeing you Ms. "I just need to send a quick email" while you're on vacation or spending time with your significant other.

Baum says creating this separation works because "fully disconnecting allows your mind to reset and recharge" which ends up "making you more efficient, creative, and focused during actual work hours." According to her, you'll eventually "improve personal well-being" and "enhance long-term work performance."

As soon as my work day is over, I make a beeline for the shower so I can decompress. After that, I take my time with my skincare routine and keep my phone out of reach so I'm not tempted to look at anything work-related. I'm not always successful, but I've noticed a difference in my mood since making this shift.

Yan Krukau

8. Speak Up When You're Feeling Overwhelmed

And if you're 100% drained because you've been trying to tackle work tasks during and after hours, Frazier and Pepin want you to speak up. "If you're feeling overwhelmed with your workload, approach your manager with honesty and a focus on solutions," they suggest. Here's another prompt of theirs you can use:

  • "I've been noticing that my workload has extended beyond regular hours, and maintaining balance is becoming challenging. Could we discuss prioritizing tasks or adjusting expectations to ensure I can deliver quality work without compromising my well-being?"
What this does is "frame the conversation as collaborative and proactive, encouraging your manager to work with you on a resolution," Frazier and Pepin observe.

Visit more of our work-life articles when you need career advice or how to learn to part ways with burnout for good.

Eating out as a vegan can be a true challenge, especially if you don’t exactly know that what you’re ordering is 100% vegan. Fast food faves like McDonald’s and Taco Bell are secretly packed with vegan items, and Starbucks is no exception. From oat milk coffees to satisfyingly savory snacks, you’ve actually got plenty of plant-based choices when you pull up at your local Starbucks.

Scroll on to explore every vegan Starbucks drink and food item you can add to your order!

Vegan Starbucks Drinks

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1. Brown Sugar Oatmilk Cortado

This new-to-the-menu espresso drink combines brown sugar syrup and oat milk to balance out the punchy coffee notes.

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2. Latte (Iced + Hot)

You can totally enjoy a latte at Starbucks if you're vegan. Their oat, almond, coconut, and soy milks are vegan, plus many of their syrups qualify as vegan, too, if you want to flavor up your drink. According to this Starbucks supervisor, all of Starbucks "clear" syrups are vegan and dairy-free. Starbucks' regular and white mocha sauces and caramel drizzle are also vegan and dairy-free.

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3. Americano (Iced + Hot)

Starbucks' Americanos are just water and espresso, so you don't have to worry about any dairy being in there. Optionally, you could ask for a splash of non-dairy milk and pumps of your fave syrup.

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4. Brewed Coffee (Iced + Hot)

Same goes for their brewed coffees, including iced coffee. Easily ask your barista to add in some non-dairy milk and a few pumps of syrup if you desire!

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5. Nondairy Salted Caramel Cream Cold Brew

This vegan cold brew drink is crafted with non-dairy cold foam that's flavored with salted caramel – and it's delish!

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6. Nitro Cold Brew

A plain nitro cold brew from Starbucks is fully vegan and dairy-free. You can choose to add a splash of non-dairy milk, if you wish your sip to be a bit smoother and creamier.

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7. Iced Brown Sugar Oatmilk Shaken Espresso

This one's a classic: shots of espresso get shaken up with ice and brown sugar syrup to create a frothy foam, then the drink is topped off with oat milk to cut the bitterness. It's quite a delectable order, even if you're not eating fully vegan.

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8. Starbucks Refreshers

All of Starbucks' fruity Refreshers are vegan. Plus, you can can add lemonade, tea, other flavor inclusions like strawberry and peach to add some extra oomph.

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9. Iced Black Tea

Their refreshing iced black tea is certifiably vegan, too.

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10. Iced Green Tea

If you prefer green tea, Starbucks' offering is vegan-friendly. If you tend to take your tea a bit sweeter, just order it with however many packets of your preferred sweetener, and your barista will add it in.

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11. Lemonade

You truly can't go wrong with a lemonade!

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12. Hot Teas

Starbucks' hot teas are totally vegan, too. If you want to make them fancier, ask for an additional splash of your go-to non-dairy milk!

Vegan Starbucks Foods

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1. Rolled & Steel-Cut Oatmeal

Now onto the food! First up is Starbucks' oatmeal, which you can fancy up with nuts, berries, and brown sugar. Make sure to order it with water to ensure it stays vegan.

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2. Plain Bagel

Surprisingly, Starbucks' bagels are also vegan.

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3. Everything Bagel

The plain and everything bagels will work for any vegan eater.

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4. Avocado Spread

Plus, you can order your bagel with a side of this delicious avocado spread for a nutritious boost!

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5. Spicy Falafel Pocket

This 100% vegan snack pocket is new to the Starbucks menu, but it's already become a fan-favorite amongst vegans and non-vegans alike.

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6. Chipotle Almond Dip

You can order the Spicy Falafel Pocket with a side of this fully-vegan Chipotle Almond Dip (AKA Bitchin’ Sauce). Yum.

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