Teenage Trends vs. Adult Trends: How do teenage trends differ from adult trends?
Peer Pressure and Trends: Do you think peer pressure influences what teenagers wear or use?
DIY vs. Brand: Are DIY trends more popular among teenagers than branded items?
Psychology of Trends: Why do people feel the need to follow trends?
Unique vs. Mainstream: Do teenagers prefer unique items or mainstream trends?
Morgan's Take
Personally, I didn’t get a new water bottle this year. I’ve had my trusty simple modern since last year. I don’t care what water bottle I have and I think it’s kinda ridiculous how people are going into a frenzy over a water bottle. They all do the same thing and some have better qualities but just because someone famous has it, that doesn’t mean you need it. I also think it’s ridiculous that people spend so much money on a water bottle, let alone buying multiple water bottles. This fall I think the IT water bottle is the Owala. They come in cute colors but they will eventually fall off.
Vocabulary Practice
What is something you consider to be a trusty possession? Why?
Have you ever experienced a frenzy? Describe the situation.
Have you ever seen something fall off? What happened?
Maeve's Take
I will admit, I did get a new water bottle for the summer and start of the school year. My old water bottle, a green 32 oz hydro flask that I had gotten summer going into 8th grade, had gotten dropped one too many times and I finally had to get rid of it. I love hydro flasks because they are so durable, have tons of cute colors, and they keep your water cold. Another thing I love about water bottles — you can make them unique to yourself. You can use stickers, and tons of other things to make it personal. For example, the hydro flask was a 2019 trend, but now the brand Owala makes tons of cute patterns and colors to match your personality. Besides my blue hydro flask, I also have a Nalgene water bottle that I bought at Harry Styles’ tour in 2022, that I love because I’ve only seen a few others with it, so it feels personal and I love my water bottles.
Vocabulary Practice
What is something you've recently gotten rid of?
Can you think of a situation where durability is important?
Rajeev's Take
I think the buzz around chic water bottles is pretty interesting! This fall, it seems like sleek, insulated bottles that keep drinks hot or cold are the most trending ones, especially in stylish designs and colors. Brands like Hydro Flask and S’well have really set the tone with their aesthetic appeal and functionality.
On one hand, having a stylish water bottle can encourage people to stay hydrated and make a statement. On the other hand, it might feel a bit excessive to focus too much on looks when the primary goal is practicality. Ultimately, if it helps people stay hydrated and reduce plastic use, that’s a win!
Vocabulary Practice
What is something that has created a lot of buzz recently?
Why do you think people are attracted to sleek designs?
Can you think of a time when the atmosphere of a place set the tone for your experience?
Daphne's Take
A new water bottle is exciting and thrilling. Water bottles are like a purse these days. They are like an accessory, either for bringing to a grocery store, work, school, or going to workout. Water bottles being fashionable and cute have encouraged people to drink more water and stay hydrated. On the other hand, water bottles have become a social status. As a new water bottle becomes popular, immediately you must go buy it or you’re not considered cool, or up to date. For example, Hydroflask used to be “the” water bottle, now if you aren’t seen with a Stanley or an Owala, then you aren’t cool, or following the trends. Don’t get me wrong, I do have a Stanley and want an Owala, I like water bottles. These water bottles are cute and stylish, and social media makes me intrigued to see what the big deal is, however for people that like their CamelBak, Hydroflask, Nalgene, S’well, Contigo, or even plastic water bottles; let them enjoy their water! I hope that we can make people feel okay walking into places with their own water bottle no matter what it looks like.
Vocabulary Practice
What is your favorite accessory? Why?
What is something that intrigues you?
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Warm-up Conversation Questions:
Morgan's Take
Personally, I didn’t get a new water bottle this year. I’ve had my trusty simple modern since last year. I don’t care what water bottle I have and I think it’s kinda ridiculous how people are going into a frenzy over a water bottle. They all do the same thing and some have better qualities but just because someone famous has it, that doesn’t mean you need it. I also think it’s ridiculous that people spend so much money on a water bottle, let alone buying multiple water bottles. This fall I think the IT water bottle is the Owala. They come in cute colors but they will eventually fall off.
Vocabulary Practice
Maeve's Take
I will admit, I did get a new water bottle for the summer and start of the school year. My old water bottle, a green 32 oz hydro flask that I had gotten summer going into 8th grade, had gotten dropped one too many times and I finally had to get rid of it. I love hydro flasks because they are so durable, have tons of cute colors, and they keep your water cold. Another thing I love about water bottles — you can make them unique to yourself. You can use stickers, and tons of other things to make it personal. For example, the hydro flask was a 2019 trend, but now the brand Owala makes tons of cute patterns and colors to match your personality. Besides my blue hydro flask, I also have a Nalgene water bottle that I bought at Harry Styles’ tour in 2022, that I love because I’ve only seen a few others with it, so it feels personal and I love my water bottles.
Vocabulary Practice
Rajeev's Take
I think the buzz around chic water bottles is pretty interesting! This fall, it seems like sleek, insulated bottles that keep drinks hot or cold are the most trending ones, especially in stylish designs and colors. Brands like Hydro Flask and S’well have really set the tone with their aesthetic appeal and functionality. On one hand, having a stylish water bottle can encourage people to stay hydrated and make a statement. On the other hand, it might feel a bit excessive to focus too much on looks when the primary goal is practicality. Ultimately, if it helps people stay hydrated and reduce plastic use, that’s a win!
Vocabulary Practice
Daphne's Take
A new water bottle is exciting and thrilling. Water bottles are like a purse these days. They are like an accessory, either for bringing to a grocery store, work, school, or going to workout. Water bottles being fashionable and cute have encouraged people to drink more water and stay hydrated. On the other hand, water bottles have become a social status. As a new water bottle becomes popular, immediately you must go buy it or you’re not considered cool, or up to date. For example, Hydroflask used to be “the” water bottle, now if you aren’t seen with a Stanley or an Owala, then you aren’t cool, or following the trends. Don’t get me wrong, I do have a Stanley and want an Owala, I like water bottles. These water bottles are cute and stylish, and social media makes me intrigued to see what the big deal is, however for people that like their CamelBak, Hydroflask, Nalgene, S’well, Contigo, or even plastic water bottles; let them enjoy their water! I hope that we can make people feel okay walking into places with their own water bottle no matter what it looks like.
Vocabulary Practice
‘Including quotes always strengthens our presentation. Break the monotony.’
- Always cite the author