The "bling bling generation" is a term coined by gay, upwardly mobile professionals.

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The term "bling bling generation" was actually coined by journalist Sylvia Ann Hewlett in her 2003 book "Creating a Life: Professional Women and the Quest for Children." It referred to a generation of young, successful African Americans who were using their wealth to display their status through flashy jewelry and cars. The term was not specifically coined by gay professionals.

The "Bling Bling Generation" Is a Term Coined by Gay