Over the past few years, having a reusable water bottle is just as important as having a phone. There’s the devout cult of
Stanley tumbler users, who flock to Target at 3 AM for the latest colorway…or, of course, the Owala crew who prefer a built-in straw and color-blocked design.
Of course, there are a million reusable water bottle brands that everyone loves…but I’ve noticed it’s now
essential. If you’re still using a plastic water bottle, people look at you funny. And don’t even think about drinking water from a glass unless you’re in a restaurant.
In fact, people are literally decorating their Stanley tumblers with
keychains. They have snack holders that sit on top of the lid. You can fit anything you want on your Stanley — all you gotta do is try.
Your insulated water bottle is now a fashion accessory. I see TikToks of girls taking their Stanley’ on walks with them in lieu of purses. Yes, that means their keys, sunscreen, sunglasses — and more, use your imagination! — are strapped to the bottle.
People are simply obsessed with their water bottles…and different types of people carry different water bottles. There’s never been a sensation quite like it…and especially one that’s so healthy for people.
The options are endless: Yeti, Stanley, Owala, Swell,
Hydro Flask, even brands like Simple Modern offer insulated bottles. But your choice does say a lot about you.
Since everyone has a reusable water bottle these days, here’s what yours says about you:
If You Have A Stanley Water Bottle…You Watch Too Much TikTok
No hate to the
Stanley users…but this is the most fundamental water bottle choice. You’ve seen the constant flow of social media users boasting about their Stanley and you couldn’t resist.
And let’s be fully honest here: you wanted to decorate your Stanley. You yearned to buy one of those snack trays and lay in bed with your combo. Hell, you can even keep food
in your Stanley if you’re feeling inventive.
Either way, you fell for it. And that’s okay. We’ve all been there.
If You Have An Owala Water Bottle…You Thought You Were Being Different
This one’s for me. Time for a personal roast. I didn’t want to be like everyone else, I wanted to march to the beat of my own drum, follow my bliss — or whatever. So I got an
Owala, like my roommates.
So we imagined we’re taking the road less traveled, but in reality we’re not. We wanted to take the “not like the other girls approach.” And I’m sure you did, too.
The bright colors and built-in straw design hooked me, but honestly, I’ll use any reusable water bottle. These are merely trendy, but not as in-the-know as the Stanley. So,
you thought you were being original…but you weren’t at all.
If You Have A Yeti…You’re Stuck In 2019
The
Yeti obsession is so yesterday. Long gone are the days where college frat bros would pine after Yeti coolers and tote around their Yeti tumbler. Since there are so many other brands on the market, the Yeti has fallen into the more manlier water bottle option.
And if you’re actively choosing Yeti over other options I give you 3 things to consider here: they’re on sale, you don’t go on the internet enough, or you like to fish in your free time. I don’t make the rules.
If You Have A Hydro Flask Water Bottle…You Don’t Care About Water Bottles
I confess. I’ve had many a
Hydro Flask water bottle in my day, so this is sincerely no hate to them. But let’s be honest, how many people these days are opting for this one? It’s all about Stanley.
If you’re using your Hydro Flask, maybe your mom bought it for you? Maybe you just found it at the back of a kitchen cabinet? Maybe you needed a reusable water bottle and that’s what was in front of you.
Either way, you’re above it. You’re not worried about having the newest, hottest thing. You’re okay with the classics. Or maybe your favorite water bottle is dirty so you’re using ole reliable, the Hydro Flask. No judgment.
If You Use A Simple Modern Water Bottle…You Love A Good Sale
What I love about
Simple Modern is they’re accessible and cute. I almost bought one a few times when I was on the hunt for a solid water bottle…and if your desired colorway isn’t available in one brand, chances are Simple Modern has it in stock.
If you use Simple Modern, you don’t necessarily care about name-brand items. You like the vibe and aesthetic, but you’re okay with cutting a deal. All you need is your water to be cold, and a pretty bottle is just a plus.
I think at one point or another, I’ve owned all of these water bottles. So honestly, all of these apply to me…which one fits you?
