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Black Sabbath is embracing nostalgia with a new capsule collection titled “It Runs in Our Veins” in collaboration with the adventure lifestyle brand Roark. The apparel line officially dropped Wednesday (Aug. 23) and features a mix of running tops, bottoms and an active bomber jacket all decorated with the iconic heavy metal band’s logo and photos from the past.
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The collection infuses both brands’ styles infuses heavy metal rock, youth and activeness into each piece. The photos used are also a nod to “the wild night in 1972 that the band spent in Roark’s hometown of Laguna Beach,” according to a press release.
To celebrate the release of the collection, Roark and Roark Run Amok (the brand’s trail running specific apparel) posted a gallery of photos in a joint post showing off the apparel up for grabs.
“Black Sabbath has long been a cornerstone of our daily rhythm intake, fueling our trail time, nights out, and creativity. It comes with great excitement that we announce our collaboration with these pioneers of heavy metal, pumping fresh air into our existence Somewhere Between Freedom & Chaos,” the caption read.
This capsule collection won’t be around forever and most likely won’t be restocked once styles are sold out. Don’t wait out on these exclusive styles and make sure to add them to your cart sooner rather than later.
Keep reading to shop our picks below or check out the entire limited collection here.
Roark
Mathis Short Sleeve Tee
$59
Featuring an off-white base and the timeless Black Sabbath purple shade, this short sleeve tee is a must-have for fans and collectors to add to their rotation. The back comes with a photo of the band in the ’70s while the front says “Black Sabbath” in the top right corner.
Roark
Serrano 2.0 Shorts
$79
Whether you’re going for a morning jog or are just lounging around the house, do it in these Black Sabbath-themed shorts. The style features a drawstring waistband to customize to your needs while the sides and back feature zip-up pockets for keeping your essentials safe and secure.
Roark
Black Sabbath Mathis Raglan Tee
$75
For a longer shirt style, this baseball-inspired top comes in a black and white style you can pair with joggers, jeans and sweatpants. The front features the band’s name while the back comes with the iconic devil logo.
Roark
Alta Shorts 5″
$99
Fans won’t be able to resist this more vibrant choice as these shorts come with the heavy metal band’s name, album title and photos from the past. The design also features a 5-inch leg length and a four-way stretch nylon material that’ll move with you whether you’re at the gym or running errands.
Black Sabbath Roadie Bomber Jacket
$149
As the weather cools down, throw on this bomber jacket to show off your favorite band and cover your arms from the chilly wind. It features a nylon stretch material, ripped hem and cuffs for added comfort and style.
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Labor Day is on Monday (Sept. 4), providing us with not only a long weekend, but also plenty of deals and sales to take advantage of. Whether you’re searching for some TV deals, laptop deals, discounted beauty products or fashion sales, Amazon is one of the retailers that will be chock-full of steals you can snag.
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Rather than scour the thousands of sales the retailer is offering, we did the digging for you and found some of the best Labor Day sales on Amazon your cart will be begging you to add. From home to tech deals, keep reading to shop our picks and get ready to bask in all the savings.
Amazon
AERLANG Portable Handheld Percussion Massager Gun
$23.99 $89.99 73% OFF
“Sore muscles, who?” That’s what you’ll be saying after you give this massage gun a whirl. Not only is it being offered for a major 73% off, but it comes with customizable heads to use on your targeted areas and will help loosen muscles and relieve aches and pains.
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X-cosrack Vinyl Record Storage Crate
$32.68 $47.99 32% OFF
While you could continue piling your vinyl record collection on the floor of your bedroom, a storage crate can help declutter. For less than $40, this design comes with wired metal sides for added durability and is compact enough to store under your bed or display on top of your media storage cabinet.
Amazon
USB Wall Charger
$7.99 $15.99 50% OFF
Lose your charging block? For half off you can get two wall chargers for the price of one. Not only are these USB port compatible, but they can charge two devices at once.
Amazon
Sony WH-CH520 Wireless Headphones
$38 $59.99 37% OFF
In terms of over-ear headphones, Sony’s wireless ones are some of the best, according to reviews. Not only can you grab these for less than $40, but they’re also Bluetooth compatible, have a 4.5 star-rating and are labelled an Amazon Choice for over-ear headphones by Sony.
Amazon
WALI Floating Entertainment Center Shelves
$18.74 $24.99 25% OFF
Space is a luxury not all of us have which is where these floating shelves come in. At less than $20, they’ll be able to display everything from photos, Xbox consoles, streaming devices and more. Now, you’ll finally be able to declutter that corner that’s collected all you miscellaneous tech devices.
Amazon
SeasonLife Vintage Turntable
$39.09 $79.99 51% OFF
SeasonLife’s Vintage Turntable is brining retro back, but with a modern twist. The device has the ability to playback your vinyl records as well as connect wirelessly to devices so you can listen to your playlists without having to drop money on Bluetooth speakers. After one use, you’ll probably consider one of the must-have accessories for vinyl collectors.
Amazon
Bmani Wireless Earbuds Bluetooth Headphones
$29.99 $58.99 49% OFF
If you prefer something more compact when you listen to music, then consider these Bluetooth earbuds for less than $30. Amazon has labelled it a No. 1 bestseller for over-ear headphones with over 24,000 verified reviewers giving it a five-star rating. A full battery can get up to 48 hours of playback time (with the charging case) and it has a built-in mic so you can take calls and use smart device features like Siri and Alexa.
Amazon
Sport Beats Stadium Seat
$44.99 $55.99 20% OFF
Concert and tour goers don’t have to settle for uncomfortable plastic chairs as this affordable stadium seat will offer cushy seating. The design comes with a drink holder and storage pocket to store your belongings with and is made to be foldable so you can easily carry it from the car to the show with less of a hassle.
Amazon
Iyrany Record Player Stand
$87.99 $109.99 20% OFF
Put your record player, books, vinyl collection and more on display in style using this elegant record player stand. It uses a simple open cubby design that’s minimalist-approved and can blend into almost all decor aesthetics. Plus, it’s under $100 making it a total steal.
Amazon
Molblly 8 inch Gel Memory Foam Mattress
$From $99.99 $149.99 33% OFF
Enjoy some major savings on this gel memory foam mattress currently being offered at under $100. It’s made with 8-inch thick memory foam and a gel interior to help relieve pressure and provide extra comfort throughout the night.
Amazon
Miroposs Travel Makeup Mirror
$16.99 $35.99 53% OFF
Touch up your makeup no matter where you are with the help of this travel makeup mirror. It’s currently 53% off and can be folded and put away in your purse, tote bag, backpack or luggage. The design also features a ring light with three brightness settings to choose from.
Amazon
Bronax Slides
$23.99 $35.99 33% OFF
Slide your feet into a pair of Bronax Slides that are just as comfy as they are stylish. For under $25, you can choose from 16 shades (or stock up on them all). They’re rated a No. 1 bestseller on Amazon in women’s slippers and come designed with a rebound sole that’s lightweight and compression resistant to help providing stability and shock absorption.
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Sunzel Flare Leggings
$19.59 $49.99 61% OFF
You can never really have too many pairs of leggings and this flare styled pair will most likely be in constant rotation. It’s currently being discounted at 61% off and comes with a high-waist fit and subtle flare leg that you can pair with sports bras, tank tops, crop tops and more.
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Lainey Wilson is the face of Wrangler’s new fashion campaign released Wednesday (Aug. 23). The “Heart Like a Truck” singer took to social media to show off some of her favorite looks in an Instagram Reel highlighting Wrangler’s fall/winter 2023 collection.
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“Turn heads and capture hearts 🤠 I partnered with @wrangler to show y’all some of their new fall styles,” she captioned the post.
Wilson models several different styles from the collection including a denim vest, denim shirt, denim catsuit, a cinched fleece pullover sweatshirt, sherpa jacket, printed bootcuts, trumpet and velvet flare bottoms and western button-down tops.
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Earlier this year, Wrangler announced a multi-year collaboration with the award-winning singer and Yellowstone actress. As a longtime fan of the brand, Wilson was a natural fit for Wrangler’s latest collection.
“I have been devoted to the western lifestyle all my life, and there’s nothing that feels more like home than a pair of Wrangler jeans,” said Wilson. “Teaming up with this brand feels like the perfect fit and there are so many new, exciting and trendy styles for women in the upcoming collection, including my favorite bell bottom flare pieces.”
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Wrangler Retro Mae Jean $49.97 $69.99 29% off% OFF
Wilson’s collaboration with the brand will continue throughout the next year as the country star will serve as the face of the brand’s spring/summer 2024 collection.
“Over the last several years, Lainey Wilson has become a genuine and inspirational voice to fans of the brand, sharing her honest journey from a PRCA flag girl to an award-winning musician,” said Holly Wheeler, vice president global marketing at Wrangler. “As the most recognized female artist in recent country music history and a leading voice in the western movement, we’re thrilled to have her represent Wrangler alongside other industry greats like George Strait, Jon Pardi and Cody Johnson.”
Fans can also look forward to a Wrangler x Lainey Wilson Capsule Collection slated to launch in fall of 2024. In the meantime, shop items from the Wrangler fall/winter collection below.
Women’s Long Sleeve Western Snap Denim Shirt $44.99
This Western Denim Snap Shirt is available in mid denim and dark denim wash and sizes ranging from XS-3XL.
Wrangler
Women’s Denim Catsuit in Mars Black $179.99
Need a catsuit? Get one in denim! This slim-fitting, curve-hugging catsuit looks too good to pass up, so it probably won’t be in stock long. The catsuit is available in sizes XS-XL.
Wrangler
Women’s Floral Print Wanderer Jean $129.99
Flower power! Wrangler’s Floral Print Wanderer Jean features a retro-inspired, wildflower print with a slim fit, high-waist design and the brand’s signature “W” logo stitching on the back pocket.
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Next month, Loungefly will release a BTS-themed bag that’s perfect for travel.
The Funko Pop! BTS Band Passport Bag features adorable illustrations of RM, Jin, Suga, J-Hope, Jimin, V and Jung Kook and retails for just $15. The bag drops Sept. 18, but it’s best to pre-order just in case it goes out of stock.
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Apart from the BTS all-over print, the canvas bag is covered in red hearts and stars with each BTS member’s name written against a black background.
The 7-inch x 9-inch bag features an adjustable shoulder strap with silver-colored hardware and a zipper pouch in the front. It’s designed for a passport, but you can use the BTS crossbody bag to carry around small items such as lip gloss, other forms of identification and house keys.
The bag has a larger, main compartment and a zipper pouch in the front while the crossbody design makes it great for using while traveling or maybe even attending a concert since it keeps your passport and another forms of identification handy.
If you’re shopping for a full set of BTS gear, the passport bag matches with this BTS Zip Around Wallet ($20) and BTS All-Over Print Mini Backpack ($39.99).
Although BTS will be on hiatus until 2025 to fulfill military duties, the K-Pop group released a book for its 10th anniversary in July and several members have released solo music. Jung Kook’s “Seven” single featuring Latto topped the Billboard Global Charts for a fifth straight week, BTS’ V recently unveiled a video teaser for his new single “Blue” and J-Hope dropped his debut solo album, Jack in The Box, along with a Disney+ documentary before beginning his military service in April.
The BTS Passport Bag is available online at Entertainment Earth, Amazon and Funko.com.
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Funko Pop! Passport Crossbody Bag: BTS Band with Hearts, All Over Print
$14.99
Sylvester Stallone and Jason Statham have returned with a brand new group of fighters for the highly anticipated Expendables 4 film, and the trailer released on Wednesday (Aug. 23) promises violence, action and lots of gore. That’s why, unlike the previous film, this one is rated R. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news […]
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While he may be best known as one of the gender-bending faces of the shock rock movement, Alice Cooper revealed that he’s not in favor of real gender-affirming care.
In a new interview with Stereogum, the 75-year-old rock star shared his opinions about best-practice medical care for transgender youth, saying that he was “afraid that it’s also a fad.” Using common anti-trans talking points to elaborate, the star said that he felt children were not mature enough to make major decisions about their gender identity.
“I find it wrong when you’ve got a 6-year-old kid who has no idea. He just wants to play, and you’re confusing him telling him, ‘Yeah, you’re a boy, but you could be a girl if you want to be,’” he said. “I mean, if you identify as a tree … I’m going, ‘Come on! What are we in, a Kurt Vonnegut novel?’ It’s so absurd, that it’s gone now to the point of absurdity.”
Cooper then took aim at “the whole woke thing” at large, claiming that society has taken progressive language too far. “Who’s making the rules?” he asked. “It’s getting to the point now where it’s laughable. If anybody was trying to make a point on this thing, they turned it into a huge comedy. I don’t know one person that agrees with the woke thing.”
The “School’s Out” singer even shared anti-trans rhetoric about access to public bathrooms, claiming that allowing transgender people to use the bathroom that corresponds with their gender identity would lead to violent crimes. “A guy can walk into a woman’s bathroom at any time and just say, ‘I just feel like I’m a woman today’ and have the time of his life in there,” Cooper said. “He’s just taking advantage of that situation … Somebody’s going to get raped.”
Despite Cooper’s claims, research shows that gender-affirming care significantly reduces rates of depression and suicidality among transgender youth. Meanwhile, medical professionals providing gender-affirming care point out that minors are not able to make these life-altering decisions by themselves, and that the Endocrine Society and the World Professional Association for Transgender Health do not recommend gender-affirming surgery for anyone under the age of 18.
“Prior to any gender-affirming medical or surgical intervention, all minors must have an intake with a knowledgeable mental health provider internal to our system,” Dr. Joshua D. Safer told Billboard last year. “Once deemed ready for a medical/surgical intervention, the processes we have for adults are then brought into play.”
The “No More Mr. Nice Guy” singer is far from the first rocker to share anti-trans sentiments over the last year. In May, Kiss guitarist Paul Stanley called gender-affirming care “a sad and dangerous fad,” making similar claims to Cooper about children “playing” with gender rather than understanding their identity. Twisted Sister lead singer Dee Snider backed up Stanley’s comments, saying “there was a time where I ‘felt pretty’ too. Glad my parents didn’t jump to any rash conclusions.” Both rockers have since walked back their comments.
And just like that, Kim Cattrall is a Selena Gomez fan. The actress put her stamp of approval on the pop star’s simple but perfect way of promoting her upcoming single — by recreating one of Cattrall’s iconic scenes from Sex and the City.
In a Tuesday (Aug. 23) TikTok, Gomez lip-synchs along to a piece of dialogue from the NYC-set series, miming a phone call with her hand. “It’s over, I told my wife!” a man on the other end of the call says, to which the Rare Beauty founder mouths along Cattrall’s in-character response “Who is this?” before shrugging her shoulders and hanging up.
“Single Soon this Friday!” Gomez wrote in her caption, reminding fans of her Aug. 25 release.
The clip is a fan-favorite scene from Cattrall’s SATC character Samantha Jones, who unceremoniously breaks up with a married lover. Upon seeing Gomez’s recreation, Cattrall herself took to Twitter to say, “I approve this message.”
The “Lose You to Love Me” singer first announced “Single Soon” last week, sharing the cover art on Instagram and explaining that since she’s still wrapping up work on her upcoming third album, she “wanted to put out a fun little song I wrote a while back that’s perfect for the end of summer.”
Shortly afterward, “Single Soon” debuted at No. 1 on Billboard‘s Hot Trending Songs chart, days before its release. It makes sense that fans are excited; Gomez hasn’t released a solo single since last year’s “My Mind & Me,” which accompanied the Only Murders in the Building star’s documentary of the same name. She hasn’t released an album since 2020’s sophomore effort Rare, though she dropped Spanish-language EP Revelacion in 2021.
The day before “Single Soon” arrives, the season two finale of Max’s SATC reboot And Just Like That… will air, featuring Cattrall’s first cameo in the spinoff. It’ll mark her first time playing Samantha in 13 years, as she’s remained absent from the reboot starring her three main SATC costars Sarah Jessica Parker, Cynthia Nixon and Kristin Davis.
See Gomez’s video and Cattrall’s response below:
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It’s officially sorority recruitment season for colleges and universities, which means young women around the country have been taking to TikTok to post all of their RushTok looks. This year, Taylor Swift‘s Eras Tour has not only influenced concertgoers’ outfit choices, but RushTok as well, with girls dressing up in Eras Tour-inspired outfits.
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The fashion trend has gone viral all over TikTok as sororities gear up for “work week,” which takes place the week before formal recruitment and is when members practice everything from small talk, outfit preparation and more, according to Mashable.
To see the trend in action, TikTok user @alabamazta posted a montage video of the sorority members of Zeta Tau Alpha wearing their best Taylor Swift outfits, and it’s garnered almost 240,000 views — and counting!
Whether you’re a potential new member or a current member of a sorority still in need of a trendy, Swift-inspired recruitment dress, we’ve put together a roundup of Eras-inspired dresses to help you channel your inner pop star and prep for rounds. We even included a TikTok viral dress brand that’s taken over RushTok, which you can get a sneak peek of in user @kylie_jung‘s video here.
Keep reading to shop the best sorority recruitment dresses you can wear for formal rounds and beyond.
Reformation
Reformation – Avni Dress
$109 $128 15% off% OFF
Make your debut in this delicate Reformation minidress inspired by the “Teardrops on My Guitar” singer’s first album. It comes with a tiered skirt and ruched top portion topped off with tie straps you can personalize to your liking.
Lulus
Lulus – Get in the Groove Champagne Sequin Fringe Dress
$89
You’ll be singing “You Belong With Me” the moment you lock eyes with this Fearless-inspired sequin dress. It comes in the signature gold shade Swift sported on tour, and a fringe body you won’t be able to resist twirling in.
Showpo
Showpo – Niana Mini Drape Shoulder Dress
$69.95
This Showpo mini shoulder dress isn’t just a TikTok favorite, but comes in the perfect Speak Now purple shade that’ll have sparks flying the moment you unbox it.
Nordstrom
BTFL Life – Galiena Satin Wrap Dress
$135
If you’re a fan of Red, then sporting the fire-y shade is an almost no-brainer, and this satin wrap dress will add an elegant touch to any round you wear it for.
Macy’s
Petal & Pup – Xiomar Dress
$69
Petal & Pup’s Xiomar Dress is similar to Swift’s 2016 Grammy’s two-piece look, which she debuted on the red carpet. Instead of a two-piece set though, it comes with a color block design featuring a pink top and orange bottom. (Swift’s original look was the reverse.) Outside of rounds, it also makes a great wedding guest dress, so you can rewear it past formal recruitment.
Amazon
Grace Karin Sequin Dress
$32.19 $50.99 37% OFF
There is nothing “Delicate” about this Reputation-like Grace Karin dress, as it comes in a sparkly sequin pattern with a bodycon fit and ruched skirt. Just don’t be surprised when your go-to little black dress gets jealous of how often you wear this one.
SUOLUOS Tulle Puffy Sleeve Dress
$54.99
Don’t be surprised when you have to tell your cart “You Need to Calm Down” once it gets a peek at this Lover-inspired tulle puffy dress. It features a tie back, puffy sleeves and a dreamy sweetheart neckline topped off with heart patterned fabric.
Abercrombie & Fitch
Abercrombie – Cap Sleeve Corset Midi Dress
$44.99 $110 59% off% OFF
Folklore just screams cottagecore vibes. and this corset midi dress may have you daydreaming of living in a secluded cabin in the woods. Plus, that midi skirt is ideal for running barefoot through a field of flowers.
Anthropologie
Anthropologie – Ariana Square-Neck Asymmetrical Ruffle-Hem Dress
$170
Ditch the flannel and bring a chic touch to your Evermore outfit with the help of Anthropologie’s ruffle-hem dress. It comes in a black-and-white gingham design with a square neckline, and flowy ruffle bottom that’ll make walking or dancing more of a breeze.
Ivy City Co.
Ivy City Co. – Starry Nights Dress
$124
There’s no “Question…?” you should add this tiered dress to your cart if you plan on channeling the Midnights album. The design comes in a navy blue shade patterned with golden stars, and has a flowy midi-length skirt you can wear practically all year round.
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The NFL season kicks off next month, and Verizon is offering up a perfect deal for football fans. For a limited time, new and existing Verizon home internet and mobile customers can receive a free subscription to NFL Sunday Ticket for YouTube and YouTube TV.
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A subscription to NFL Sunday Ticket is $449 per season, but Verizon’s promotion knocks the price down to $0. The limited deal applies to Verizon mobile customers who sign up for (or upgrade to) an Unlimited Plan and internet customers with Fios 1 Gig, 5G Home Plus or LTE Home Plus plan.
NFL Sunday Ticket Free With Verizon
After the free promo ends, the subscription will renew at the regular rate, unless you cancel the subscription before the next season starts. If you already purchase NFL Sunday Ticket for the season the subscription is non-refundable. However, existing Verizon customers who aren’t eligible for the promo can receive a $100 discount on NFL Sunday Ticket. Visit Verizon +play for more information.
With NFL Sunday Ticket, sports lovers can watch Sunday afternoon, regular season, out-of-market NFL games and you don’t need YouTube TV to watch. NFL Sunday Ticket is available on YouTube TV and as a YouTube Primetime Channel that you can watch free thanks to Verizon.
NFL Sunday Ticket features up to four live games on one screen, on-the-go streaming and unlimited, simultaneous streams at home. Access to the first NFL Sunday Ticket football game of the season will begin on Sept. 10.
If you’re interested in subscribing to YouTube TV, streaming plans start at $65/month to stream over 100 channels.
Want more ways to watch the NFL 2023-24 season from anywhere? You can stream select NFL games on Thursdays, Mondays and Sundays via platforms that offer live television such as Sling TV, DirecTV Stream, Fubo and Hulu + Live TV as well as Peacock, Prime Video and Paramount+.