A few years ago rap superstar Lil Wayne made the term “bling bling” a staple of pop culture. He and his crew, the Cash Money Millionaires, celebrated glittery ostentation and it wasn’t long before others followed suit. Now even some of the most common items have become overpriced and blinged out. We look at 9 that go way over the top.
Water
Some people think it’s silly to pay for bottled water. The health benefits have led to debate after scientific debate, but if you have a healthy wallet, Bling H2O may be able quench your thirst. Depending on the size, bottles can range anywhere from $25 to as much as $75. That price will you get water collected from the natural springs of Dandridge, TN, according to Bling H2O’s website. The company also claims to use a “nine step purification process that includes ozone, ultraviolet and micro-filtration.”
