In or Out?

Wondering what we're loving this summer? What about things that are certified canceled? We've compiled a list of places, people, and things you should definitely consider 'in,' and a list of things that are so 'out.'

 

In

Couponing

Remember the TLC show Extreme Couponing? Turns out those bitches were onto something. Especially in this economy (see pg. 27), we're looking for all the ways to save money this summer. Time to start binge-watching TLC, and signing up for digital coupons.

Love Island USA

New season out this June? Consider me unavailable every day (except Wednesdays) from 6–7 p.m.

Coke Zero

It’s sweetened with stevia, so it’s healthy! (Ignore the other ingredients.)

Hideaway Fries (fatties or skinnies)

Any restaurant or bar that gives you the option to choose your fry thickness immediately makes the "in" list.

Early 2000s Club Music

Fortunately, this has been making a comeback for some time, but we're pushing it hard this summer.

Bucket Hats

Timeless. Fashion. Sun protection. What more could you want from a hat?

Deleting Hinge

No, you can't redownload in a week! It's time to face the facts: Hinge hides the people you actually want, so you're stuck swiping forever. Time to delete the lamest app known to man, and go after what you want face-to-face.

Out

Target

Target's true personality came out when they ditched their equitable hiring practices at the start of Trump's second presidency. Miss us with your summer essentials ad, Target. We're going to Costco.

West End

Apparently a hot take, but hear us out. Imagine the most mid dive bar, filled with the most mid crowd, playing music that makes no sense. That's all you need to know about West End, and it's out this summer.

Kid Rock

Why does this wack-ass man keep appearing in pop culture news? He's been out for decades (unsure if he's ever really been in), but we're here to set the record straight—OUT.

Golden Bachelor Cast Added to Bachelor in Paradise

Not sure who thought this would be a good idea, but I think we can all agree that no one asked for a show filled with people over 70 running around a Mexican beach in bathing suits. Why ruin a great thing, ABC? Out.

Fiddle Leaf Fig Trees

We've all tried—and failed—to keep one of these things alive. What no one tells you is that these plants are bred to die exactly 21 days after you buy them. Alternative summer house plant: pothos.

Men Who Take 2 Business Days to Respond to a Text

Do we really need to explain this one? We know y'all aren't that busy, so you're out.

Butter Yellow 

The color in question

Yeah, we put the color on here so you'd be reminded how awful it is, and how no one should be wearing it. Please give all your butter yellow clothes to your local thrift stores (but not the ones we go to).