We know you’re all dying to know. This new year, The Watch has compiled a list of ins and outs for 2026 that we think you should pay attention to. This is not meant to offend, but rather to inspire you to make this year one to remember. And, if you are offended, perhaps take a moment to reflect on yourself. After all, what do we know? We’re just a magazine.
Out: Zyns
Nicotine addicts (yes, you) aren’t going to like this one. We hate to break it to you, but shoving a small, white packet of nicotine salt in your mouth is no longer cool; it’s just cancer-causing. It’s time to lock in on your own. Go back to your roots and smoke a cigarette on your walk to class. You’re a King’s student, it’s what you’re known for.
In: Casual drinks and games
Game nights are in. Supporting local pubs is in. Getting a couple of beers on a Tuesday night is in. We don’t need to be starting our night at 10 p.m. or going to The Shoe just to receive creepy comments from the guitarist. You know what does sound fun? Getting a group of your friends out to your local bar and playing cards until you start seeing two Queens of Hearts.
Out: Animal print
It’s time to say goodbye to those leopard print dresses and zebra print tops you have hidden in your closet. To be honest, they’ve been out since 2023 — and we’ve just been letting it slide for experimental reasons. But enough is enough. We know you bought it from Shein. We’re surprised it’s lasted this long.
In: Outfit repeating
This one might be controversial for the fashion baddies out there, but we’ll be the first to say that it’s okay. Repeat that outfit you love. If you feel comfortable in it, that’s all that matters. No more stressing in the morning before a class that doesn’t even matter. If you feel good, you look good.
Out: Doomscrolling
It’s time to admit that you have a problem. We talked about the brain rot slang in our last issue, and we get it: 6-7 was the word of the year. But it’s time we stop relating to eight year old humour. We’re King’s students, for god’s sake. Aren’t we meant to be pretentious in the way we speak? The Watch thinks it’s time to commit to what you’ve been saying for months: delete TikTok and Instagram. Go outside. Read a book. You can meme every once in a while, but don’t make it your whole personality.
In: Tragic bobs
You know that haircut you got in the summer that you loved? We know you tried to replicate it recently, and maybe it didn’t go as you planned. Don’t fret: you’re just ahead of the curve.Your uneven layers and baby bangs still look good. As long as you ooze enough confidence, no one will bat an eye. Keep cutting your own bangs when you feel like you need a change. We hear you, and we see you.
Watch out King’s.
