That water bottle you're carrying says a lot more than 'hydration'

What your choice of water bottle says about your personality and needs

With features like self-cleaning tech and personalised designs, there is a water bottle out there for everyone, from Owala to Hydro Flask.

That Water Bottle You're Carrying Says a Lot More Than 'Hydration'

The humble water bottle is now about more than hydration. It's about personality.

That water bottle you’re carrying says a lot more than ‘hydration’

By KIM COOK If you like to stay hydrated no matter where you go, chances are you’ve got a reusable water bottle or two. Or 10. (The collectors know who they are.) Whether you’re a tech enthusiast, fashion trendsetter, hiker, commuter or just an eco-conscious consumer, there’s a bottle out there for you. There are bottles that sterilize themselves. Bottles that remind you when to drink. Bottles designed for sustainability. And bottles transformed…

That water bottle you’re carrying says more than ’hydration’

If you like to stay hydrated no matter where you go, chances are you've got a reusable water bottle or two. Or 10. (The collectors know who they are.)

That water bottle you're carrying says a lot more than 'hydration'

The humble water bottle is now about more than hydration. It's about personality. There are water bottles for everyone. Bottles that sterilize themselves.

Owala vs. Stanley: 5 Reasons My Teens Far Prefer One Water Bottle Over the Other

And why I reach for the opposite.ParentsStanleys have been a longtime favorite in my household. While I’m still a hard and fast Stanley fan—especially with their new flip-top straw designs—my teens are reaching for another brand these days: Owala. They swoon over the colorful and contrasting designs and swear the Owala FreeSips are easier to both carry and sip from. Even my preteen son says the brand is cool among his peers and now takes one to …