I'm pretty certain that almost all who hear about this Bling H2O ... what, you haven't heard? Let me enlighten you.
"Bling H2O is the inspiration of Kevin G. Boyd, Hollywood writer-producer." Apparently, Boyd noticed, while working in Hollywood of course, that people carried around their water bottle as a fashion statement. So just like any other savvy business person, he decided to capitalize on his finding. "Our product is strategically positioned to target the expanding super-luxury consumer market."
I'm going to stop quoting here 'cause ... well ... it just sounds a little hollow to me, especially since you've probably already guessed it; Bling H2O is nothing but glorified bottled water. Plain and simple. That's all it is. The water doesn't even come from some romantic location in the Alps, but from Tennessee (yes, yes, with a gazillion steps of purification). The thing that really makes Bling H2O stand out or unique is the bottle, which is hand-crafted and decorated with Swarovski crystals (nice). Price tag? $35 a bottle.
Most of you would say, I'm certain, Oh, brother! Many would probably also add a snarky remark and assure the people around them they'd rather spend the $35 on something else, say dinner. But come on, let's be honest here. How many of us would buy one? Just one. And then maybe fill it up with tap or Dasani water (well, especially if you're a McDonald's shareholder), so we could flaunt it around?
As for the viability of this business venture, which many may laugh at, I'd say that if Rolexes and Rolls-Royces have a place in this world, why shouldn't Bling H2O?










Reader Comments (Page 1 of 9)
10-20-2006 @ 6:35AM
Bree said...
I'm sorry, but I wouldn't pay $ 35.00 for a bottle of water , just because it has " bling " on it. Sure people do walk around with water bottles for looks, but I can just as easily create my own at home for $ 5.00 with hand crafts you can buy at Wal-mart, or any other hand craft store. Not to mention, this bottle looks glass, so who's going to waste $ 35.00 on a glass bottle to put water in, that would break at the slightest bump by some one else ? Get real. Instead of spending $ 35.00 bucks on a fancy bottle of water, try spending your money on something that is more worth a cause such as DIABETES , CANCER, AIDS RESEARCH or maybe Saint Judes....Causes that could really use the money !
10-20-2006 @ 6:50AM
SHARON TRIGO said...
People who buy this stuff must be as shallow as the product - in spite of their desperate efforts to cover it up with glitz, inside, like the product, they're just plain COMMON!!!
Why not "hide their candle under a bushel" instead, and contribute that extra cash to the Cancer Society?
Now, THAT would impress me.
10-20-2006 @ 6:51AM
amber said...
I would not buy the "bling" water but then again I am SURE there are. I am sure I will see this on the street at some point. Now perhaps IF you can remove the Swarovski crystals and put them in something else - that might be a batter idea - this way they would have something after the water is gone other than an empty bottle....
10-20-2006 @ 6:57AM
bill said...
No diff than the person that buys a one of a kind 1966 Corvette for 300.000 at Barret Jackson auction.
10-20-2006 @ 6:58AM
Jodi Knight said...
Absolutely ridiculous, however, people who are status seekers and not comfortable in their own skin, will do anything to be part of a, "with it," group. Unfortunately these status seekers will buy the bottle of water.
10-20-2006 @ 6:59AM
gigi said...
Anyone who spend 35 bucks on a bottle of water is totally retarded and deserves to be shot. All you hip ganagsta wannabe's can drop dead. You'll wake up when youre 35 and still on welfare with 4 baby daddy. Enjoy your gangsta rap and bling water....you morons!!!
10-20-2006 @ 7:17AM
TB said...
Well I actually intend to buy some - I was just telling someone about it the other day. Plastic bottles are hazardous to one's health if they sit in the heat or if you ever refill them. The plastic breaks down and releases poisonous chemicals into your bodies. Glass doesn't.
You all sound like a bunch of cheapskates... how many of you would go to Vegas and gamble or spend $35 on dinner and a movie... give me a big break... you haters need to get out of the poverty mindset.
10-20-2006 @ 7:26AM
George said...
If this catches on, instead of buying the bottles of water, it might pay to buy stock in the company. Maybe even start pet water bottles instead of pet rocks. I am sure there would be alot of people who would want to adopt a water bottle!
10-20-2006 @ 7:33AM
Lost Cause said...
Wow $35.00 for a bottle of water? It better have come from some glacier or something Ya Know?
I don't think I'll ever buy one but I just may steal one.........cause I CAN!
10-20-2006 @ 7:34AM
to, stevens said...
I think that its way overpriced but if anything good comes from it people may see it as a reminder to drink water (which us americans dont do enough of) http://www.fitnessfacts.org
10-20-2006 @ 7:34AM
Arleen said...
Good one George. They could have little baby faces painted on them and come with a birth certificate.
10-20-2006 @ 7:35AM
Jay D said...
"Bling H2O"? I think the whole concept all wet!!
10-20-2006 @ 7:38AM
steven Hilbert said...
If anyone is interested in bling or other water products they can find them at http://www.phillynutrition.com
10-20-2006 @ 7:42AM
JANE said...
I love it! Finally a water bottle for us socialites. I can tuck away easier in my Louis Vuitton Trianon handbag right I after I leave my session with my personal trainer. I'm thinking about getting one for my trainer as well but I don't think he'll appreciate the luxury and stylish fashion of such a bottle. I can't wait to order it when I'm out in NYC's trendy nightspots. Go Bling!
10-20-2006 @ 8:19AM
Deborah Schoenherr said...
Since a society is judged by how it treats its weakest most fragile members could we find a place for these poor unfortunate Bling drinkers?
10-20-2006 @ 8:21AM
FAScott said...
As someone who collects unusual glass bottles I MIGHT spring for one of these for that reason. I've bought other bottled waters because of an unusual bottle but granted none of those were $35!
10-20-2006 @ 8:23AM
Mikki said...
Now, according to someone, I would be considered a "hip gangsta wannabe" and a "moron" who can "drop dead" for purchasing this product. Besides, $35 will buy a date and I dinner at Hooters, (not including tip!) but water is much healthier. Besides, I don't care about looking good. Who the hell is going to think you're all that for carrying around a freakin bottle of water anyways? And hey, I'll admit I like the bottle. (Does it slightly resemble a hypnotic bottle?)
10-20-2006 @ 8:25AM
Mikki said...
www.blingh20.com It also comes in plastic for a slightly smaller sum.
10-20-2006 @ 8:38AM
rebecca said...
it's pretty sad how our society became so shallow..is it any wonder many people of the world think of our citizens as materialistic, egotistic, et al? if there's some of us who protests and refuse to buy such privilous things, we are called haters or cheap..if you you want to stand out in this world spend your money on a more worthy cause
10-20-2006 @ 8:52AM
Jessie said...
No one is making anyone buy this. If you want it great if not don't freakin buy it. BUT just because some people are on welfair and don't want to spend 35 dollars on water. Well guess what I don't want my hard earned money going to welfair to support YOU. I'd rather spend my money on water but I don't get that choice. SO yea I will buy water for $35.00. You keep spending your on shots of alcohol at the bar.