Once witnessed, it’s impossible to ignore.
This summer, oversized pool floats have taken over, with unicorns and swans floating lazily in backyards, ready for their close-up on social media. However, one recent addition to the float family has sparked quite the conversation, and it’s not your typical whimsical design.
Originally shared on a popular forum, this eye-catching raft quickly gained traction on Twitter, thanks to user Mia Thompson, who humorously highlighted the glaring lack of female input in its design process. If you’re not laughing at this, you might just be part of the marketing team responsible for this float.
With its quilted texture and blue accents—clearly chosen for “absorbency”—this pool float is far too reminiscent of a maxi pad that most of us have stashed in our bags since middle school. The reactions have been nothing short of hilarious. Seriously, how did this ever make it to store shelves?
It’s the kind of bulk package deal that we can all get behind. Plus, it makes for a perfect air mattress when Aunt Flo visits—talk about multifunctional!
For those curious about this product’s existence, it’s not just an internet joke; you can find it in stores and even on Amazon. It’s the discreet option for that time of the month, keeping your secret safe from even the UPS guy.
The Amazon reviews are a treasure trove of humor! Can you picture the designers at the company collectively facepalming after realizing the connection?
What about the model on the box? She must have been thinking, “Seriously? I’m lounging on a hug pad?” Any woman—or anyone who has shared a space with a menstruating woman—would definitely see the resemblance. Yet, given that tampon commercials still opt for that bizarre blue fluid instead of realistic depictions in 2023, it’s a mystery what goes on behind those design doors.
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In summary, the design of this pool float has sparked uproarious laughter and disbelief, raising questions about how it made it to market in the first place.