Table 1

Key contributions to phenomenology and consumer research

Author(s)FocusContribution to phenomenology in consumer research
Husserl (1931) Intentionality and consciousnessEstablished phenomenology as a rigorous philosophical approach, focusing on intentionality—how consciousness is directed toward phenomena—and laying the foundation for exploring subjective experiences
Merleau-Ponty (1962) Embodiment of perceptionExpanded phenomenology by emphasizing the role of the body in human experience, proposing that perception is shaped through embodied interactions with the world
Heidegger (1962) Being and temporalityDeveloped phenomenology's existential dimensions, focusing on the interconnectedness of human experience, context, and temporality, which has significant implications for understanding consumer behavior in situ
Gabbott and Hogg (2016) Consumer behavior researchCritiqued the limitations of quantitative methods, advocating for phenomenology as a means to capture the nuanced emotional and subjective dimensions of consumer experiences
Askegaard and Linnet (2011) Contextualized consumer experiences in CCT frameworksHighlighted phenomenology's potential to deepen understanding of cultural and social dimensions in consumer research, particularly through Consumer Culture Theory (CCT)
Inanc and Kozak (2021) Application of phenomenology in marketing researchDemonstrated how phenomenology can reveal emotional and psychological dimensions of consumer behavior, emphasizing its value in marketing strategy and consumer engagement
Gallagher (2022) Theoretical advancements in phenomenologyReinforced the importance of phenomenological inquiry in understanding the interplay of perception, emotion, and meaning in complex consumer interactions
Van Manen (2023) Methodological application of phenomenologyProvided detailed guidelines for phenomenological research, emphasizing the value of reflexivity and bracketing to ensure methodological rigor in consumer studies
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