Colgan's New Trends

By: Kingston Mills

Tuesday, September 26, 2023

The school year is upon us which means one thing... brand new trends. Every year there are fresh concepts that hit the fan. In the past we’ve witnessed fidget spinners, bottle flipping, Crocs™, social media challenges and more. Once again, another case has manifested itself. Stanley Cups have been seen around Colgan plenty.

These water bottles have stocked the shelves in stores and Colgan students are grabbing them up. They have been seen in hallways, atop desks, and in backpacks. There is an enormous variety of designs to choose from. Furthermore, the simplicity of the bottle makes it motivating to consume water.

“I drank more water than ever,” one woman wrote online.

So, where did these bottles come from? Stanley bottles were invented in 1913 after a man decided to use steel instead of glass in insulated bottles. They were spread across the U.S. as the flasks were often used on public transport. Eventually it was bought in 2002 by Pacific Market International (PMI). However, the bottles' surge in popularity is attributed to social media bloggers. The leadership team at PMI began collaborating with women who then advertised the bottle to others on the internet. Online, millions of posts were made persuading others to purchase them, often found using hashtags supporting the company.

“The Stanley Quencher is worth the price due to its functionality,” a blogger added. “I can easily sip from the straw when at home or out and about.”

Besides improving fashion, the bottles help improve performance in the classroom. LifeSource Water Systems found that water reduces stress and helps the brain function. The favored bottles encourage people to drink water and enhance their overall health.

Although, students are encouraged to stay hydrated throughout the day, safety is still number one. Soon, students will be required by security to open their bottles and prove it indeed contains beverage. Flasks that are big enough can be used to hold weapons and illegal substances.

Water bottles are often seen around school but none like Stanley Cups. These containers are making the rounds across the Colgan community. Throughout the year, keep an eye on them around campus