The Top 20 reasons and ways someone is a yuppy, in
no particular order. Compiled by Carl
1. must drive an SUV
2. Cellphones add to the persona
3. If a yuppy or YIT (yuppy in training) fits both of above, then cell
must be used while driving SUV
4. Yuppies use AOL for internet access
5. A daily commute to Starbucks is necessary
6. Cargo shorts/pants are necessary. However, if these were worn before
they became a trend by person in question, then this option is voided
7. Snazzy shoulder bags slung over shoulder. (only if used to fit in,
and not for a real purpose, same with cellphone)
8. for young people: slutty girlfriend. for old people: a wife half
your age
9. Can't have computer knowledge, must hire someone for help
10. Must use all Sony electronics, because they believe that they are
truly the best.
11. Digital Cameras because they think they're better than film
12. too little time to believe in God
13. Cannot have knowledge that an SUV is in fact a truck with a covered
back
14. Fly First Class because they think they'll get there faster
15. Have an obsession with money and think that the $200 polyester
shirt they got at Nordstroms is of higher quality than one you get at
K-Mart (high level yuppies only)
Otherwise, they shop at the Gap and Limited etc.
16. Fear places like K-Mart.
17. buys a computer because they think it looks pretty (i-mac for
example)
18. Yuppy kids listen to strange music, including Rap
19. wear shirts with flashy logos, but avoid umpa lumpas and other
cartoon characters
20. loiter a lot in places and laugh at people while pointing
Linx
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