Summer is ending for millions of kids in the U.S. who are heading back to grade school. American families are expected to spend an average of $875 on back-to-school supplies. With inflation, the high price tag for new clothes, laptops and other gear can be ridiculous. But leading the pack in the ridiculous teenager stakes is the choice of currently trendy water bottle. Last year it was the $45 Stanley, but now that is so passe. Now. Owala, Lululemon and Hydro Flask all competing for the kids affection and big bucks. Right now a seller on Poshmark is currently asking $250 for a Bowala and listings on eBay range upward of $150. Clear signs of an emergent status symbol. And how deranged their parents must be.
Or, you could do a Trump for a few million.