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Beis has developed a strong following not only for being a celebrity-founded brand, but for creating sleek and trendy luggage that’s durable and easy to take on a plane. Its luxurious design and spacious interiors have landed it a price range in the $100s, but that’s where this dupe comes in to provide practically the same look and benefits for less than the designer price tag.
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It’s no secret that quality carry-ons come at a higher price point, but Target is offering luggage deals that’ll give you enough space to pack all your travel necessities and then some. What caught our eye though, was a Target weekender bag that looks almost indiscernible from the Shay Mitchell brand’s viral bag.
The original Beis Weekender Bag is typically priced at $108+, but you can pickup Target’s version for only $80, which is basically a 26% off discount.
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Keep reading to shop the deal and the original Beis bag. Plus, learn more about why the Beis Weekender bag is so viral.
Open Story Signature Weekender Bag
Open Story’s Signature Weekender Bag comes in two colors — black or taupe — which you can mix and match to your luggage. The design has gathered a 4.7-star rating (out of five), with Target shoppers applauding how it “fits perfectly under the plane seat [even when] completely full.” The bag also comes with many pockets, including a main compartment that can fit 35L of items such as your clothes, as well as an interior zip compartment, padded laptop compartment, side slip pockets and an exterior zip pocket. Its versatile design enables it to go from a tote or duffle, while the built-in back slip can slide onto your carry-on handle to roll it from one place to another.
For those curious about the original style, it’s become popular for frequent travelers — especially for the bag’s standout bottom compartment, which can unzip to store shoes and toiletries, or for keeping your clothes separate.
Beis Weekender Bag
You can pick from nine shades ranging from neutral colors of beige, black and gray to statement colors such as pink, blue and green. The Weekender Bag is a functional carry-on, providing an easy-access tote opening and a trolley sleeve to attach to your rolling luggage to help keep your hands free.
The travel bag has earned a 4.8-star rating on the brand’s website from more than 12,000 reviews. Shoppers have praised its interior, with one person saying “it’s spacious, deep and functional.” In our experience, the compartment on the bottom of the bag is quite spacious too, and you’d be surprised just how much fits in this bag.
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Taylor Swift‘s famous feud with Scooter Braun is getting the documentary treatment. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Discovery+ announced Tuesday (May 7) that its series Vs will spend its next season – titled Taylor Swift vs Scooter Braun: Bad Blood — exploring how it all went down, from the mogul’s acquisition of the pop star’s masters to the 14-time Grammy winner’s “Taylor’s Version” re-recording projects and every fiery blogpost in between.
In an effort to represent both parties’ sides equally, the two-part series will reportedly feature legal experts and journalists, as well as people close to Swift and Braun. It’ll examine the roles of gender dynamics, fandom influence and artist rights while dissecting the SB Projects founder’s $300 million purchase of the “Karma” singer’s catalog from Big Machine Records’ Scott Borchetta in 2019, as well as Swift’s allegations that Borchetta blocked her own attempts at acquiring the rights to her first six albums.
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Swift also claimed at the time that she was not informed of Braun’s acquisition before it happened — which Borchetta denied — writing in a Tumblr blogpost that she’d only learned of the news “as it was announced to the world.” “All I could think about was the incessant, manipulative bullying I’ve received at his hands for years,” she’d added of Braun. “This is my worst case scenario. This is what happens when you sign a deal at fifteen to someone for whom the term ‘loyalty’ is clearly just a contractual concept.”
Premiering in June, Taylor Swift vs Scooter Braun: Bad Blood follows previous installments that focused on Kim Kardashian’s divorce from Ye — formerly Kanye West — in 2021, and Johnny Depp’s defamation trial against Amber Heard in 2022.
“Taylor Swift’s dispute with Scooter Braun over the ownership of her music exploded into the mainstream, taking contract law from board room to social media and into public interest,” Charlotte Reid, vp of commissioning, networks & streaming at WBD U.K. & Ireland, said in a statement. “It’s a high-profile, high-interest story that opened debate on fandom and dominated headlines, one which will resonate with our viewers.”
In the five years since the initial fallout of Swift and Braun’s conflict, the musician has turned in four of her six planned re-records, with Fearless (Taylor’s Version) and Red (Taylor’s Version) both debuting atop the Billboard 200 in 2021, and Speak Now (Taylor’s Version) and 1989 (Taylor’s Version) entering at No. 1 in 2023. The rollout of the re-records has gone hand-in-hand with Swift’s ongoing Eras Tour, which recently launched the star to billionaire status.
“I spent 10 years of my life trying rigorously to purchase my masters outright and was then denied that opportunity, and I just don’t want that to happen to another artist if I can help it,” she told Billboard in 2019. “I do want my music to live on. I do want it to be in movies, I do want it to be in commercials. But I only want that if I own it.”
There’s no such thing as a certainty, a guarantee, when NBC’s The Voice reaches the Live round.
That’s exactly where the contestants find themselves. The Top 12 singers have reached the Lives, the sweaty-palms moment in the season. It’s all nerves and sweaty-palms from here.
Asher HaVon wasn’t showing it.
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On Monday night’s episode (May 6), the Team Reba standout stood up and delivered a cover of Boyz II Men’s ‘90s classic “I’ll Make Love to You,” a single that logged 14 weeks at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100.
HaVon did it justice, and made the song his own by blending power, pitch and soul.
Speaking in a package before the Lives, the Selma, Alabama native was glowing following rehearsals. “It was as big as I wanted it to be,” HaVon remarked. “I just hope that I make everybody proud, I just hope that you all feel my heart, and please, vote for me.”
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HaVon hit hard during this 25th season of The Voice.
With his commanding performance of Sia and David Guetta’s “Titanium” during the Playoffs, Shay Mooney of Dan +Shay remarked. “this felt like a Grammy moment for you, man.”
And McEntire enthused, “he could sing the phonebook and make it a hit.”
John Legend likened the effort to a religious experience. “There are certain things about you that remind me of Whitney Houston. She would take these songs that weren’t written for a soul singer and have that restraint and regal presence on the sound but also throw in a dope run that you would hear in church,” Legend said. “In church, we save a descriptor for certain vessels, we say they’re anointed. I just felt that anointing on you. That was divine.” Legend will be kicking himself; he’s the only coach who didn’t turn during HaVon’s Blind Audition.
HaVon is somewhat used to the big stage. His resume includes a spot singing for former President Barack Obama during one of his hometown’s Civil Rights commemorations.
Now everyone’s watching.
America has its chance to vote on the Top 12: Asher HaVon, Bryan Olesen, Josh Sanders, Karen Waldrup, L. Rodgers, Maddi Jane, Madison Curbelo, Nadège, Nathan Chester, Serenity Arce, Tae Lewis, and Zoe Levert. When the votes are tallied, the results will be revealed on Tuesday night. Three artists will eliminated, and next week the Top 9 will perform.
See HaVon’s performance in the Lives round below.
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Spring is the perfect season to dig up deals on TVs, notebooks, phones and other big-ticket electronics. If you’re looking for a last-minute gift for Mother’s Day, searching for a graduation gifts, getting a head start on Father’s Day, or simply shopping for a new gadget for yourself, Samsung has a bunch of sale offers right now.
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To make the search a bit easier, we rounded up a list of the 6 best Samsung deals on The Frame TV, Galaxy Tab A9+ and other best-selling electronics that are discounted for a limited time at Best Buy, Amazon, Target, Walmart and Samsung. Save up to $500 off select items on the list, but hurry, because these deals won’t last long.
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Amazon
SAMSUNG Galaxy Tab A9+ Tablet 11”
$169.99
$219.99
23% off
Slim, light and durable, there’s a good reason why the Galaxy Tab A9+ is the No. 1 new tablet release at Amazon. The top-rated, tablet features an 11-inch screen, 90Hz refresh rate and up to up to 128GB of storage — perfect for web surfing, watching videos, gaming, listening to music and more.
Walmart
Samsung The Frame TV – 65-Inch
$1,496
$1999.99
25% off
If you know, you know. The Frame TV is a gorgeous television with exceptional picture and sound quality. Save up to $500 off The Frame TV at Walmart, Best Buy, Target and Samsung.
Sports fans can enjoy major league channels on Samsung TV Plus including MLB coverage, PGA Tour, American Hockey League, ONE Champion TV and Formula 1’s new FAST Channel where fans can enjoy F1, F2, F3 and F1 Academy races throughout the season, along with analysis, replays and documentaries.
SAMSUNG Galaxy SmartTag2, Bluetooth Tracker
$20.99
$29.99
30% off
Don’t leave home without it. A GPS tracking device comes in handy when you need to find your keys, wallet, phone, tablet and other devices. It’s IP67-rated water, dust-resistant, and keeps power for over a year.
Amazon
SAMSUNG 49″ Odyssey G93SC Series OLED Curved Gaming Monitor
$1,099.99
$1,599.99
31% off
The Odyssey OLED is a 42-inch, curved gaming monitor that delivers, epic picture for an immersive gaming experience. Feature include 240Hx refresh rate and a maximum screen resolution of up to 5120 x 1440 pixels. Click the link above and apply the instant coupon to save an additional $100 off at Amazon.
Best Buy
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5
$619.99
$1,119.99
45% off
Get up to $500 trade-in credit on Samsung phones such as Galaxy Flip 5, Galaxy Fold 5 and up to $650 trade-in credit Samsung S24 and S24+.
Samsung- HW-B650/ZA 3.1 Channel Soundbar with Wireless Subwoofer
$249.99
$399.99
38% off
Get “surround sound” at home. Samsung’s 3.1 Channel Soundbar and subwoofer combination offers 3D sound, Dolby Digital 5.1, and simultaneous connection on up two devices.
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Kane Brown has been having quite a year.
He’s got an entertainer of the year nomination at next week’s ACM Awards plus a sold-out opening weekend for his In the Air Tour — which you can still buy last-minute tickets to through ticketing sites like Ticketmaster, StubHub, Vivid Seats (get $20 off orders of $200 with the code BB2024) and Seat Geek (first purchases get $10 off orders of $250+ with code BILLBOARD). While traveling on the road, though, the “Thank God” singer has determined what travel necessities he always needs with him — and ShopBillboard was able to learn what he can’t leave home without.
Walking into his dressing room, you can expect to find it stocked with Olipop tonic soda — especially in the flavor orange, the country singer’s favorite. “We drink a lot of Olipop in our house,” he said in an interview with Billboard about his partnership with the brand. The beverage aims to help with digestive health and also includes vitamin C, prebiotics and no artificial sweeteners.
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Along with Brown’s beverage must-haves, he’s also an avid gamer.
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“Definitely can’t leave home without my computer,” he says. “I like to game a lot on the road.”
His games of choice? Call of Duty, 2K NBA and MLB.
Keep reading to shop Kane Brown’s travel must-haves below.
OLIPOP Orange Squeeze Sparkling Tonic
$1.80
$2.49
28% off
$1.50
$2.99
50% off
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If you love bubbly drinks, then make sure your fridge is stocked with Olipop’s sparkling tonic. The formula is made with plant fibers, as well as a gluten-free and vegan formula that aims to be good for your gut while encouraging a healthy immune system.
Alienware X15R1 Gaming Laptop
$1,599.99
$1,899.97
16% off
Alienware is a luxurious gaming laptop that you can score for 16% off on Amazon right now. It comes with crisp graphics to help immerse yourself in whatever game you’re in. Plus, it comes with 1TB of storage for fast loading times and a lot of storage space.
GameStop
NBA 2K24
$59.99
$59.99
Start your virtual NBA career through NBA 2K24. You can play as past or present professional basketball players as you aim to dominate the season and take home the championship title.
PC games like Call of Duty can be downloaded through online gaming sites like Steam and Battle.Net, which you can score a gift card to through Best Buy and Walmart.
And before he hits the stage, you can expect him and his team to hype up to music — specifically 2000s throwbacks like Mariah Carey (a personal favorite of his wife). “It used to be heavy metal and now we’ve switched a full 360, and now it’s old-school throwbacks,” he says. “Not really old-school, but year 2000 throwbacks. I usually just put it on a playlist and go through it. There’s been a lot of TLC, randomly. The Black Eyed Peas usually gets us pretty hype.”
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“New York, stand the f— up!” Nicki Minaj arrived at the 2024 Met Gala on Monday evening (May 6) looking like a floral fairy queen. The 41-year-old rapper wore a golden yellow Marni minidress that resembled an oil painting and was adorned with 3-D multi-colored flowers. She completed her look with blunt bangs and an […]
Cardi B shut down the green carpet of the 2024 Met Gala Monday evening (May 6) with her massive black ball gown. Several tuxedo-clad men fluffed out Cardi’s larger-than-life gown, completely covering the carpet at the bottom of the infamous steps of New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art. It’s a fitting entrance considering the 31-year-old […]
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Get ready to elevate your fashion game with the latest TikTok craze: skorts (a combination of skirts and shorts). Skorts are not just a trend, they’re a statement, and everywhere on the For You Page. Whether you’re hitting the gym or lounging at home, you can follow in the footsteps of style icons like Taylor Swift and Zendaya and embrace the perfect blend of chic skirts and comfy shorts.
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Zendaya’s style in the movie Challengers has sparked a resurgence of the tennis skirt on TikTok, influencing fashion trends in many ways. Additionally, we’ve seen Taylor Swift’s #ForAFortnightChallenge on YouTube Shorts, featuring a glimpse of her in a lilac pirouette skort from PopFlex while playing pickleball.
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This celebrity-approved style is great if you are seeking both style and comfort. Scroll down and check out this list of options you can add to your wardrobe.
Urban Outfitters
Urban Outfitters Skort
This Out From Under Lived In skort is a perfect place to start your search if you’re looking for an effortless midrise skirt with hidden shorts. Its pull-on design and flexible waistband make it easy to put on and tailor to your preference. You can get this one in grey, white, black or violet, varying from sizes XS to XL. Hurry, the colors in grey and black now only have sizes XS to medium available.
Lululemon
Lululemon Lightweight High-Rise Tennis Skirt
If you are looking for a more tennis-inspired look, consider this lightweight high-rise tennis skirt. This skirt is designed for tennis, but its versatile features can be worn for any occasion. With its built-in shorts and lightweight material, it’s a stylish and practical choice for various activities.
Popflex
Popflex Wrap Skort
For those who have fallen in love with the pirouette lilac skort from Popflex after seeing Taylor Swift wearing it, consider this alternative option. This wrap skort is perfect for everyday wear and it includes pockets. Its squat proof and anti-cameltoe features make it a must-have in your closet.
Amazon
Tennis Skort
$23.99
$27.59
13% off
Looking for a skort with a different design or pop of color? Don’t miss out on this tennis skort that is currently 13% off on Amazon. It comes in a variety of patterns and colors from neon green to unique designs. Its non-see-through shorts and two inner pockets are perfect for a day of tennis, golf, or pickleball. Bonus points for matching the tennis ball in this skort.
Walmart
Ruched Skirt with Pockets Inner Skorts
$11.99
$39.99
70% off
With summer right around the corner, this is a great alternative for all outdoor activities. This skort is designed to keep you cool and secured throughout your workout. It’s a must-have addition to your fitness attire. Go purchase it now: It’s currently 70% off.
For more product recommendations, check out other skort alternatives, denimcrossover shorts, and must-have Free People Maxi dresses to add to summer shopping list.
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Get your summer playlists ready: Beats just announced a new lineup of headphones and earbuds, including Beats Solo 4, which feature upgraded sound technology, Personalized Spatial Audio and a battery that lasts for up to 50 hours. Solo 4 features a Fast Fuel option that gives you 5 hours of playtime after just 10 minutes of charging.
Announced on April 30, Beats Solo 4 headphones retail for $199 and are available in Matte Black, Slate Blue and Cloud Pink 4. The headphones weigh just over 7 ounces (217 grams) and feature UltraPlush ear-cushions, a flex-grip headband with customizable sliders, upgraded beam-forming microphones and ergonomically angled ear cups. Internally, Beats Solo 4 have been “re-engineered for incredible high-fidelity acoustics,” according to a press release.
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Beats Solo 4 – Wireless Bluetooth On-Ear Headphones, Apple & Android Compatible, Up to 50 Hours of Battery Life – Slate Blue
Solo 4 has one-touch, capabilities that allow you to play music, take calls, use voice assistant and adjust the volume with the touch of a button. Beats Solo 4 includes Bluetooth, USB-C connectivity and custom-built, 40mm transducers to “minimize electronic artifacts, latency, and distortion for extraordinary clarity and range.”
Looking for Last-Minute Mother’s Day gift? The all-new Beats Solo 4 are available at major retailers such as Amazon, Walmart, Target, Best Buy and Apple.com. And if you’re a Prime Member or Walmart+ member you can have them delivered in a flash (Target also offers Drive Up, in-store pickup and delivery options).
Beats Solo Buds retail for $79.99 and will be released in June. The next-generation Solo Buds are available in Matte Black, Storm Gray, Arctic Purple and Transparent Red.
“Our newly expanded Solo line delivers remarkable value, offering exceptional sound quality, battery life and comfort in our most portable designs,” Oliver Schusser, Apple’s vice president of Apple Music, Apple TV+, Sports, and Beats said in a statement. “Beats Solo 4 takes our bestselling headphone to the next level with outstanding performance upgrades, and the all-new Beats Solo Buds pack impressive power in our smallest product yet.”
Beats Solo Buds features 18 hours of battery life and seamless, USB-charging with one-touch pairing to iOS and Android systems. Ahead of the new release, Beats Studio Buds are 47% at select retailers. Get them on sale for $79.99 (reg. $150) below.
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Beats Studio Buds – True Wireless Noise Cancelling Earbuds
$79.95
$149.95
47% off
