The Obtainer - 8/18/25, Monday
Cory Ohlendorf
August 18, 2025
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What Your Coffee Cup Says About You
Your morning cup of coffee is more than just a caffeine delivery system—it's a little reflection of who you are. The vessel you choose says a lot about your personality, your habits, and even your priorities. Maybe it's a chipped old diner mug, a sleek glass tumbler, or a proper cup and saucer. Each one sends a subtle signal, whether you realize it or not.
But here's the thing: your mug also deserves to be as sharp and considered as your wardrobe or your grooming kit. Because if you're going to use something every single morning (and again at 3 p.m. when the slump hits), why not make it the best? We decoded what your current cup says about you—and then found the smarter, more stylish upgrade you should be sipping from.
Our Picks |
Stoneware ceramic mug, $44 by East Fork
The Minimalist Mug
What It Says: You want a cup as timeless as your morning ritual. Clean and curated, you maybe are a touch too serious about pour-over. You’re the type who knows the difference between a washed and a natural process bean.
 | The Upgrade: A design-forward, durable mug that comes in understated matte finishes. Japanese porcelain mug, $27 by Hasami |
8-ounce cup and saucer, $35.95 by notNuetral
A Proper Cup & Saucer
What It Says: Refined, deliberate, maybe even a little old-school. You don't crush your coffee, you savor it. Same with your mornings—why rush, when you can take your time; preferably with a real newspaper or a good book?
 | The Upgrade: Sleek sets that are tactile, timeless, and stylish enough to leave out on display. Pacifica cup and saucer, $29.50 by Costa Nova |
Wide-mouth tumbler, $34.95 by Fellow
Stainless Steel Tumbler
What It Says: Practical, eco-minded, and productivity-driven. You love hot coffee that's still piping hours later and a design that fits neatly into your car's cupholder.
 | The Upgrade: You want a stylish, leak-proof tumbler engineered for commuters who don't compromise on style or function. It's everything your productivity-hacked brain could want. Rambler tumbler, $35 by YETI |
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