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Start warming up your voice with a quick “Do-Re-Mi,” because this week’s epsiode of RuPaul’s Drag Race is bound to be one of your “Favorite Things” — a Rusical challenge!
In an exclusive first look shared with Billboard on Thursday (Feb. 15), the queens of season 16 are gearing up to perform in their very own parody show, The Sound of Rusic. Based around the 1959 Rogers & Hammerstein musical (and its iconic 1964 film adaptation starring Julie Andrews), the annual Rusical immediately begins stirring up tensions between the queens in the new clip.
Tasked by RuPaul to cast themselves in the production, Plasma and Morphine Love Dion both reveal to the audience that they intend to play the lead role of Mariah. “It’s, like, the reason the show has a heartbeat,” Plasma says in her confessional. Morphine quickly jumps in to add that she’s not giving up the part without a fight: “I’m just tired of being safe, so I know from the get-go, ‘B–ch, I need a leading role.’”
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But before we get to see their inevitable confrontation over the lead role, two other queens — Q and Megami — begin squabbling over the part of the “Baroness Braun,” described by Xunami Muse as the show’s villain. As both queens refuse to back down from their first choice, Plane Jane finally breaks the tension by calling for a high-stakes game of rock, paper, scissors for the role. In one round, Q covers Megami’s rock with her paper, earning the nefarious part for herself.
Speaking to Billboard last year, Drag Race executive producer Tom Campbell said that the beloved challenge format was originally intended to be “a one and done challenge” for the queens of season 6, before the producers recognized how fruitful an annual Rusical could be. “This challenge, and Drag Race itself, is like a healthy tree that grew through a crack in the sidewalk — it doesn’t make sense, it doesn’t fit the algorithm, but it touches people’s hearts and and that’s what’s important.”
Episode seven of RuPaul’s Drag Race season 16 premieres Friday, Feb. 16 at 8 p.m. ET on MTV. Watch the exclusive teaser clip above.
Lady Gaga and Joaquin Phoenix look crazy in love in a new series of Joker: Folie à Deux set pictures posted by director Todd Phillips on Valentine’s Day. Philips shared three images from the upcoming DC sequel on Instagram — tagged to Gotham City, naturally — in which Phoenix’s Joker shares some quality time with […]
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Winter weather can be unpredictable. From snows storms throughout the East Coast and Midwest, rainstorms and earthquakes on the West Coast and unseasonably warm temperatures over the holidays, winter 2024 has been a wild ride but at least it’ll be over soon (mark you calendars: winter ends on March 19).
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If you’ve been meaning to re-up on winter essentials and must-haves to refresh your wardrobe for spring, get them at Nordstrom – for up to50% off during the retailer’s winter sale.
The Nordstrom Winter Sale applies to seasonal gear such as sweaters, long-sleeve shirts, pants, loungewear, coats, shapewear, activewear and other fashion finds along with jewelry, skincare, makeup, accessories and plenty of last-minute Valentine’s Day gifts that you can order online and pickup in store (yes, there’s still a little time left).
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Find deep discounts on top-selling brands such as Free People, Steve Madden, The North Face, Alo Yoga, Topshop, SKIMS, UGG, AllSaints, Natori, Ray-Ban, Zella, Sam Edelman, Nike, Shark, MAC, Levi’s, AG, BP., Adidas, Hunter and more. The sale extends to several luxury brands including Zimmerman, Givenchy, Tom Ford, Tory Burch, Eleventy, Jacquemus, Alexander McQueen, Versace, Balenciaga, Off White, Dolce & Gabbana, Stella McCartney.
Nordstrom’s 50% off sale is one of the retailer’s biggest sale of the year ahead of the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale which usually takes place in May. To help you tackle the sale aisle with ease, we’ve collected a top 10 list of Presidents’ Day fashion deals to shop while the items are still in stock.
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Free People Chamomile Oversized Sweater
$75.60
$165
54% off
This oversized sweater comes in black, pink and white. And it’s almost of stock.
SKIMS Fits Everybody High Neck Bodysuit
$28.97
$60
52% off
You can’t turn down a good bodysuit. This SKIMS bodysuit is available in 12 different colors including clay, onyx and espresso and bright colors such as green highlighter and neon pink.
Nordstrom Brushed Hacci Short Pajamas
$17.55
$39.00
55% off
These Nordstrom brand pajamas are available in solid color such as black and pink taffy as well as prints.
Open Edit Relaxed Waist Trousers
$44.25
$59
25% off
You can wear these Open Edit trousers with heels, flats or sneakers.
SKIMS Fits Everybody Long Sleeve Crewneck Dress
$44
$88
50% off
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Fashionable and fitted. SKIMS’ ribbed dress is available in onyx, slate, bronze, umber, khaki, sapphire and neon orchid. It comes in sizes XS-4X.
Fear of God The Eternal Fleece Hoodie
$486.50
$695
30% off
Save up to 60% off Fear of Good hoodies, crewneck sweatshirts, joggers hats and shoes and more during the sale.
Zella Studio Luxe High Waist Pocket 7/8 Leggings
$59.25
$79
25% off
Never turn down a good pair of leggings, especially if they’re on sale! These leggings are on sale in red, but you can get them in other colors such as black, purple and grey.
Levi’s 551 Z Authentic Straight Leg Jeans
$58.50
$98
40% off
Need new jeans? Get Levi’s 551 V Authentic Straight Leg Jeans for 40% off for a limited time.
AllSaints Eamont Organic Cotton Blend Crewneck Sweater
$79.50
$159
50% off
AllSaints’ Eamont Sweater is made from a blend of organic cotton and recycled polyester, per the product description. The men’s knit sweater is available in black and concrete grey.
Vuori Strato Tech T-Shirt
$43.20
$54
20% off
A basic stretch T-shirt with moisture-wicking material and a stretch fit. This shirt is available in brown, black, white, blue and grey.
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Comfy clothes are a wardrobe essential, but that doesn’t mean you have to say goodbye to looking trendy at the same time. When you think of loungewear your first image is most likely of leggings and hoodies, which isn’t the most fashionable look to sport outside of your home, but Free People is switching up your definition of loungewear with a stylish jumpsuit that has reviewers captivated.
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The Hot Shot Onesie has climbed up the ranks of the brand’s apparel, becoming one of the top rated pieces Free People has to offer. More than 2,000 shoppers have reviewed the jumpsuit for women, with a majority praising its coziness as well as style.
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“I would have one in every color and live in this if I could” one Free People reviewer praised. “Ultra comfy and surprisingly stylish.”
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Free People Hot Shot Onesie
$70
$62.30
$70
11% off
Get the best of both worlds: trendiness and coziness when you throw on Free People’s Hot Shot Onesie. It’s made with a cotton and spandex mix fabric that’s loose and can be worn year-round as a beach cover-up or a layer over your softest turtlenecks. And did we mention it also has pockets?
The look comes in 25 colors including basic and statement shades like black, white, gray as well as yellow, orange, red, pink and more. Since it’s designed with an oversized fit, most reviewers suggest sizing down to prevent it from looking overly baggy.
“I typically go for a size large, because I like things oversized… but it looked like I was wearing my grandpas overalls 😂😂 so I exchanged them for a small, and it was PERFECT,” described another Free People reviewer. “Seriously, so insanely comfy. I want to get one of these for every day of the week. I’m telling everyone I know to get a pair. Obsessed.”
If you’re not looking to splurge, Billboard Shopping found a dupe for under $70 you can shop below.
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AutoMet Jumpsuit
$26.99
$53.99
50% off
For 50% off you can snag AutoMet’s Jumpsuit, which looks almost identical to the Free People style above down to the front two pockets. It’s so popular, that it’s been labeled a No. 1 bestseller on Amazon for women’s jumpsuits and includes 21 shades to stock up on for less than $30.
For more product recommendations, check out our roundups of the best shackets for women, teddy coats and belt bags.
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Fresh off his mesmerizing performance of “America the Beautiful” at Sunday’s Super Bowl LVIII, Post Malone is bloodied but unbound in a new teaser poster for the upcoming Road House remake. Amazon’s Prime Video released images from the upcoming film on Tuesday (Feb. 13), including one in which Posty gives a menacing “come at me” […]
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It’s easy to pile up on lipsticks when shopping for new makeup — but with Valentine’s Day on Wednesday (Feb. 14), it’s time to edit your collection. One easy way to get started: stick with specific colors.
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In the world of lipsticks, certain colors are considered more iconic than others. Standing the test of time essentially means that no matter what year we happen to be in, that lipstick shade never goes out of style. And red lipstick definitely fits the bill.
Taylor Swift loves a red lip (courtesy of Pat McGrath Labs) and she’s definitely not alone. Red is known as the first lipstick color ever invented, which is probably why it’s become a staple in any lipstick collection. To help you make pick the perfect lipstick, we rounded up a handful of beloved red lipsticks that you need to buy for Valentine’s Day and beyond.
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Whether you are new to makeup or are adding to an already-robust collection, check below for a list of classic red lipsticks that range in price from $4 and up.
If you’re looking for an affordable option that will last on your lips, NYX’s Butter Gloss in red velvet is a solid choice. The butter gloss has great coverage and comes in a range of fiery reds, show-stopping pinks and other gorgeous shades.
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A bright, matte lipstick that pops! NARS Powermatte Lip Pigment is available in 18 different colors but we’re especially fond of the “Don’t Stop” — a show-stopping, fire engine red shade that will turn heads wherever you go.
If you’re looking for a something similar to NARS, but slightly cheaper, Anastasia Beverly Hills Liquid Lipstick is a good choice. The $20 liquid lipstick features a matte finish and it’s “super long lasting,” as the customer reviews note.
Charlotte Tilbury’s Matte Revolution Hydrating Lipstick boasts a deliciously, rich color with a hydrating formula. Customers are in love with the shade, “Hollywood Vixen” and the lipstick’s easy application. “I adore this red lipstick!! The color is beautiful and it goes on so smoothly! The blue-red color is so flattering and I think it would look perfect on anyone,” reads one customer review.
Amazon shoppers might be obsessed with Maybelline’s Super Stay Matte Liquid Lipstick. The No.1 bestseller has earned over 147,000 customer ratings and 4.4 stars. Most of the customer reviews rave about the long lasting, matte color (the liquid lipstick comes in a bunch of different shades beyond red).
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Madison Beer is partnering with JBL to give fans exclusive access to her upcoming tour, the audio brand announced Tuesday (Feb. 13).
Beer will create custom content for fans including exclusive, behind-the-scenes moments and share her tour experiences — all while keeping her JBL PartyBox speaker and favorite JBL headphones in tow.
“I’ve always had JBL speakers on set with me, or when I’m getting glam for things, so when this partnership came about, I was like, ‘This feels so organic,’” the singer told Billboard in an interview last week.
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“Partnering with a company that really is so focused on elevating sound and music is so important to me.”
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JBL unveiled a new fleet of speakers and accessories in January. The lineup includes the JBL PartyBox Club 120, JBL PartyBox Stage 320 and JBL PartyBox Wireless Mic.
The JBL PartyBox Club 120 is $499.95 at Amazon, JBL PartyBox Club 320 is $649.95 and JBL PartyBox Wireless Mic is $119.95. The new products will be released on April 21 at JBL.com and Amazon.
“The PartyBox is definitely my favorite when I have friends over and we’re doing karaoke,” Beer said of her top JBL products. “It’s super fun and I’m so lucky that I got to use [the new PartyBox speaker] before it’s even out.
“The JBL Clip has always been a staple for me, because I’m very forgetful and being able to just, like, put it on my purse or put it on something like my jeans, it’s really great,” Beer added. “I love all the speakers. They’re really good, but the Clip is my favorite.”
The JBL PartyBox Club 120 features up to 12 hours of playtime and up to 24 hours when you swap out the replaceable battery. Delivering JBL’s signature deep bass and powerful, the PartyBox Club 120 is equipped with two microphone inputs, one guitar input and strobe light effects that you can sync to the music.
“It’s honestly insane. It’s huge,” Beer said of the speaker. “If you’re having a party and you need everyone to hear the music, it’s the perfect [speaker].”
The PartyBox Stage 320 is equipped with dual, 6.5-inch woofers and 25mm dome tweeters, plus guitar and mic inputs, up to 18 hours of playtime (double that with the swappable battery) and quick-charging technology that gives you two hours of playtime after just 10 minutes of charging.
Both PartyBox speakers feature AI Sound Boost technology which ”analyzes audio in real time with an AI algorithm to optimize the acoustic output level,” according to JBL.
The PartyBox Wireless Mic is compatible with both speakers and features up to 20 hours of playtime and a rechargeable battery. All of the new products are made with recycled plastic.
Beer will host an intimate event in New York City on May 18 to launch the new JBL PartyBox series lineup. The event will be held during the New York City stop on The Spinnin Tour and fans will have the chance to win tickets and JBL products. The brand will host activations in New York City on May 17 and 18 to celebrate the new products.
The Spinnin Tour launches in Stockholm, Sweden, on Feb. 24 and will stop in several countries including Norway, Belgium, Germany, Poland, Austria, Italy, the U.K. and Spain. Tickets are available at Ticketmaster, StubHub and Vivid Seats.
“We’re in rehearsals right now, just getting through these songs and it’s amazing, I can’t wait for people to hear it,” said Beer. The U.S. leg kicks off on April 24 and will stop in Chicago, Nashville, Detroit, Washington D.C., New York City, Toronto, Canada, Boston and other cities.
Beer also released a new single, “Make You Mine,” on Feb. 9. “It’s my favorite song I’ve made to date,” she revealed. “It’s just so fun, such a feel-good song. It’s sexy, it’s infectious. I haven’t played it for anyone that hasn’t just like [started] dancing and felt immediately hotter after listening to it, and that’s always how I want to make people feel.”
Pre-order the JBL PartyBox speakers and wireless microphones below.
JBL PARTYBOX Club 120 – Portable Party Speaker (Black)
JBL PARTYBOX Stage 320 – Portable Party Speaker with Wheels (Black)
JBL PartyBox Wireless Mic – Digital Wireless Microphones (Black)
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Putting a portable charger or cable into your backpack can sometimes feel like throwing the device into a black hole — you’re usually left spending an unnecessary amount of time digging around for your charger as you race to juice your smartphone up before the battery dies. And it’s not just chargers that get lost either; the same goes for most compact tech, including your Bluetooth earbuds.
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Calpak is ready to transform how you travel though with a stylish tech organizer that’s not only compact, but has enough room to store all your commuter gadgets. Its been rated a 4.9 out of five stars featuring plenty of admiration from reviewers, who write that the organizer is “the best thing I never knew I needed,” and that it’s “the perfect travel and daily companion.”
Instead of relying on your purse’s pockets to keep yourself organized, this travel pouch includes multiple interior and exterior pockets to store cables, SD cards, devices and more. The brand made sure to add padding to help keep your tech safe and secure. Plus, the built-in mesh panels will make finding your things much simpler.
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Calpack Tech Organizer
You won’t want to keep the tech organizer tucked away either as it comes in five classic shades and patterns as well as seven limited-edition colorways including daisies, pink grid, walnut, sky, polka dots and more. No matter what your aesthetic is, the brand has bold and classic shades that’ll infuse style with organization.
For added portability, the pouch includes a carrying handle for the days you’re not lugging around a heavy bag. And, if it gets dirty, the polyester-polyethylene mixed material can easily be wiped clean.
One stand out review also praised how spacious the design is for its small size.
“I travel with a lot of devices that need charging: travel-size Waterpik, iPad Air, iPhone, Apple Watch, iWalk phone charger, Bose noise cancelling wired earbuds and Apple AirPods. I was able to fit all of the related chargers into this organizer. Admittedly it is full but everything is in one place and most people won’t have nearly this many items! Love this organizer.”
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