There's plenty made of the clashes between 'baby boomers' - born between 1946 and 1964 - and the much maligned Gen-Z - born between 1997 and 2012. But what if they have more in common than we think? While there are some values from yesteryear Gen Z are determined not to bring into the future, others - such as valuing slower communication, tangible memories and physical art - are emerging as items that Gen Z are buying into from the past, connecting them to not only to their Boomer grandparents, but Millennials, too (Picture: Getty)

1. Disposable cameras

According to research from GWI Zeitgeist, despite the fact most of Gen Z were born in the 2000s, they really love 90s-era media - disposable cameras, camcorders, and physical pictures all cater to this love of nostalgia. More than that, disposable cameras represent an authenticity of being in the moment, as opposed to watching life through Instagram. It doesn't cause any harm that disposable cameras also have a unique aesthetic and are rather flattering for people, too (Picture: Getty)

2. Vinyl

Despite the fact that Gen Z were born as the world swiftly moved away from physical media to streaming and downloads, Key Production report that 59% of surveyed 18-24-year-olds say that they listen to physical music releases. And it's not just those who prefer older music. According to Amazon, popular artists such as Chappell Roan, Lady Gaga and Taylor Swift are hitting the top charts of vinyl record sales this year. A new report from the Vinyl Alliance has explored why Gen Z is embracing this format, despite it being expensive and less easily accessible. With 8/10 of Gen-Z surveyed owning a record player, and nearly 30% declaring themselves a 'die-hard collector', perhaps they enjoy the warmer sound and the ability to collect that first started vinyl as a trend all those years ago (Picture: Getty)

3. Toy Collections

You might have been wondering: what the hell is a Labubu? Well, it's a collectible toy worn by celebrities such as Dua Lipa and sold inexplicably for thousands. Though childhood nostalgia has always been something to inspire the fashion world, kid-inspired accessories - from Polly Pocket to Labubu - and toy collections - such as JellyCat - are all the rage, bringing a sense of playfulness back to modern-day culture (Picture: Getty)

4. Vintage Clothes

The 90s baby tee, baggy jeans and Bratz-era tank tops are everywhere - but not only are Gen Z striving to replicate the fashion of the 90's and beyond, they're literally pulling vintage finds from the decades. Archival pulls are no longer misplaced on a red carpet. It's not just about wanting to achieve the aesthetic of the past, but also about sticking to values of sustainability - there's a whole community on TikTok devoted to pre-loved fashion from the past, for example (Picture: Getty)

5. Wired Headphones

It's clear that younger generations want to have things that remind them of simpler times - even if the simpler times were a time they didn't exist yet. So it's perhaps no surprise that wired headphones are making a comeback, while TikTok is pushing videos with wired headphones that many thought we left behind years ago (Picture: Getty)

6. Snail Mail

Although Gen Z are known for their phone usage and not their visits to the post office, according to a new survey conducted by Stamps, a higher number of young people rely on snail mail, as opposed to texts and emails. 'Our research shows that mail is still incredibly relevant today,' Nick Spitzman, Stamps.com general manager, said in the study. 'This is because of the unique value it provides — the personal touch, the reliability, the importance. People rely on mail for those important moments and essential communications that deserve more than a digital message.' Perhaps post-pandemic, we've realised it feels nice to be able to take our time crafting something to bring a smile on a friend's face (Picture: Getty)

7. Flip Phones

In a similar vein of ditching fast communication, Gen Z have started adopting flip-phones, complete with their cutesy charms. The Boring Phone is a new flip phone that is an option for young people who want to get rid of their smartphone - or at least have some time off the apps. As with all the items on our list, the revival of retro items such as vinyls and old-fashioned mobile phones is largely due to Gen-Z wanted to recapture nostalgia and a time where everything wasn't moving at a mile a minute, but also wanting to appreciate true connection and simplicity more - a value perhaps Boomers will relate to. So maybe we're not all so different after all (Picture: Getty Images)