A status group, as defined by Max Weber, is a category of people within a society who share a similar level of social prestige, honor, or lifestyle, which may or may not be directly related to their economic class position. Membership in a status group is often based on shared attributes such as ethnicity, religion, occupation, education, or family background, which are socially valued or devalued and contribute to a sense of collective identity and social standing. Status groups are characterised by a shared style of life, which can include distinctive patterns of consumption, social interaction, and cultural practices. While class refers to economic position in the market, status is about social honor and can influence social interactions and access to certain social circles or opportunities, sometimes independently of economic factors.