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20 Dec 2023

‘Bridgerton’ & Williams-Sonoma Launch Exclusive Home Collection That’s Fit for a Queen

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Williams-Sonoma just dropped a new collaboration with Bridgerton that even Lady Whistledown won’t be able to resist writing a fresh piece of gossip about. Starting Tuesday (Dec. 19), you can bring the show to your home beyond binge-watching it on your TV with a swoon-worthy home collection inspired by the hit TV series.

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The Victorian-era drama partnered with the home brand to release a collection of food, drinks and homeware that’ll quickly become the “diamond” of your dining room set up. Get ready for high tea parties and dinner gatherings in total regency style that’ll have you reaching for the nearest corset they’re that elegant.

As you wait for the third season to finally come out on streaming platforms, you can refresh your kitchen collection with everything from a Countdown Calendar filled with sweets inspired by each episode from the upcoming season, a guide to entertaining, goblet glasses, flatware and more.

Plus, this collection will make the best hosting supplies for a Bridgerton watch party with your friends. You can snag everything from the exclusive collaboration in stores and online, but just like the popular show, it won’t be surprising if it sells out from fans scrambling to grab official merch.

Keep reading to shop some of our favorites from the collection or click here to see everything available.

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“Bridgerton” 8 Day Countdown Calendar

Countdown to the new season with this eight day calendar inspired by each episode of season three. Each day you’ll open up a new treat that even the characters will be envious of.

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Fortessa Arezzo Flatware Sets

Set the table in style with this gold flatware set that comes with two forks, a knife and two spoons. When you have dinner parties you can host the most chic and trendy gatherings that silverware just won’t look the same after.

Williams Sonoma

“The Official Bridgerton Guide to Entertaining”

Learn how to entertain guests and friends the traditional way with this guide to hosting. You can cook, host, toast and more just like the Bridgertons and even Queen Charlotte herself uses.

Williams Sonoma

Victoria Cut Goblet Glasses (4-Pack)

Serve all you drinks in complete Victorian style in these crystal goblets. You can choose from a single or pack of four that’ll have you and your friends clinking to the next social season.

Williams Sonoma

“Bridgerton” Picnic Basket

Picnics in the park will have a more elegant side with this picnic basket set that includes a blanket, cutting board, knife and more. Just don’t forget the tea and tiny sandwiches!

For more product recommendations, check out our roundups of the best cookware deals, musician cookbooks and musician-owned alcohol brands.

20 Dec 2023

Jung Kook Celebrates Joining Spotify’s Billions Club With His Favorite Korean Snacks: Shop Them Here

Jung Kook is celebrating more than just a decade in BTS and the new docuseries on Disney+ — the K-pop star also reached a billion streams on Spotify with his hit single “Seven,” which was also the fastest song to do so in Spotify history, according to a press release. To commemorate the moment, the “Standing Next to You” singer joined Spotify’s fifth episode of Billions Club: The Series to discuss the achievement over some of his favorite Korean snacks.

Whether you’re looking for BTS merch for the fan in your life or want to indulge in some of the singer’s favorite foods, Jung Kook showed off some of his go-to choices during the episode, and you can snag them for yourself. Some of his choices included Homerun Ball crackers that he included tips for the best way to eat.

“An air fryer makes these taste better,” he explains in the video.

For those with a sweet tooth, the “3D” singer has a combination he loves to pair: banana milk with Castella, a type of Japanese-styled sponge cake.

“These two taste great together. That’s why I chose it,” he said.

Other snacks included soy sauce eggs and spicy shrimp crackers, which you can shop below and pair with the new BTS Funko Pops! or biography of the K-pop group for the ultimate gift for ARMYs.

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Jung Kook’s Favorite Snacks

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Binggrae Banana Flavored Milk

Binggrae’s six-pack of banana milk will bring you a sweet creamy texture inspired by milkshakes. You can choose between four other flavors — including strawberry, taro, coffee and melon — that’ll act as a sweet afternoon snack or dessert.

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Homerun Ball Crackers

This box is filled with 12 bags of crunchy ball crackers that feature a flaky, crunchy shell and a chocolate filling you’ll most likely want to snack on morning, noon and night.

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Nong Shim Shrimp Crackers – Hot & Spicy

Add some spice to your life with this two-pack of spicy shrimp-flavored crackers you can dip into — and for less than $20.

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My Mother Braised Quail Eggs In Soy Sauce

My Mother’s quail eggs come soaked in soy sauce for some extra flavor and include more than four ounces of snackable eggs you probably won’t want to share with anyone.

Check out the full video of Jung Kook’s interview below.

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20 Dec 2023

Rosetta Stone’s Limited-Time Sale Includes Up to 50% Off Plans for Perfect Last-Minute Gifts

The holidays are less than a week away, and as you’ve checked off gifts for people on your list, it’s not uncommon for some giftees to be left until the final moment. Shipping times can be risky while you hunt for last-minute gifts, but before you settle for gift cards, Rosetta Stone’s offering up to 50% off memberships, making it the perfect subscription gift to surprise anyone looking to learn a new skill.

Treat yourself or the avid traveler in your life to the gift of language — but without having to drop hundreds of dollars on online lessons. Rosetta Stone is treating customers to up to 50% off its memberships, which you can send to a friend, family member or even coworker without having to rely on shipping. This includes the company’s lifetime subscription, which offers unlimited access to all 25 languages offered through the membership, including Spanish, French, German, Swedish, Italian and more.

The deal is going on for only a limited-time, which means you won’t want to think on it too long before snagging it.

Keep reading to learn how to redeem the promo.

How to Get the Rosetta Stone Deal

No promo code is required in order to get the deal — all you need to do is select the plan you want, fill in your recipient’s information and add an optional gift message, and it’ll email them an activation key to enter and start learning. Click here or the button below to snag the deal.

Other plans you can choose from are the lifetime access with a single language for $179 (regularly $299) or 12-month access with a single language for $126 (regularly $167.88).

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20 Dec 2023

Rihanna Says Her Super Bowl Pregnancy Reveal Was Unplanned, Has ‘Fingers Crossed’ for a Baby Girl

Arguably the most show-stopping part of Rihanna‘s Super Bowl Halftime Show earlier this year was her unexpected baby bump reveal, announcing to the world that she was pregnant with her second child. But according to the 35-year-old singer-mogul, the moment was completely unplanned.

“Here’s the thing — I do what I have to do, right?” she told Access Hollywood at her recent Fenty x Puma event in Los Angeles. “My jumper couldn’t zip up. No one knew I was pregnant — I just told my stylist, ‘Make sure it’s stretchy.’”

Come game day, and the “Umbrella” singer’s red jumpsuit zipper wouldn’t even move past her belly — much less cover the bump. “The zip, it just stopped right there,” she said, laughing. “So it had to be what it had to be!”

The Fenty Beauty founder give birth to Riot Rose, her second child with rapper A$AP Rocky, in August. His big brother was born just the year before, with Ri and Rocky welcoming baby RZA in May 2022.

“I loved him differently as a dad,” the “Rude Boy” musician told the outlet of her partner. “It’s a turn-on, it’s just like, wow. What a leader, what a great, patient loving — my kids are obsessed with him. I’m just a background, like I’m an extra.”

Speaking of baby boys, Ri joked that between fashion, beauty, music and business, there is actually one thing she can’t seem to get the hang of: “So far, have daughters,” she quipped to E! News on the Fenty x Puma red carpet.

“I’m batting at a 75% for a boy next time, so we’ll just keep our fingers crossed.”

See clips of Rihanna chatting about motherhood at the Fenty x Puma event below:

19 Dec 2023

Lil Nas X Teams With Coach for Y2K-Inspired Capsule Collection: How to Shop the Limited Drop

Lil Nas X and Coach teamed up for a Y2K-inspired capsule collection of pieces that the 24-year-old rapper handpicked and customized.

Announced Tuesday (Dec. 19), “The Lil Nas X Drop” will be available later this month and includes pieces from the Coach Winter 2023 collection, such as brightly colored shearling coats, bags, shoes and other designs, featuring graphics inspired by Lil Nas X’s tour merchandise and personal symbols like his pet cat and zodiac sign (Aries).

In addition to curating the collection, Lil Nas X stars in the photo and video campaign highlighting the bold color palette and Y2K style inspiration. The Atlanta native worked with Coach creative director Stuart Vevers on the collection.

“Our Winter collection is inspired by my belief that fashion is about exploring and celebrating all of who you are,” Vevers said in statement. “To create the collection, we twisted the Coach archives and were also inspired by Lil Nas X’s connection to music and nightlife. We evolved heritage styles introduced on the runway last season by amplifying color, texture and graphics to create pieces that celebrate our love for individuality and authentic self-expression that we share.”

Lil Nas X became a Coach ambassador last year and wore custom Coach designs during his Montero tour. The limited drop will be available on Tuesday, Dec. 26 at Coach.com and select stores.

In the meantime, Coach is offering shoppers one last chance to get items shipped in time for Christmas. The deadline for overnight shipping ends on Wednesday, Dec. 20.

Coach also offers in-store pickup and there’s still time to save up to 50% off fan favorites such as the Soft Tabby Shoulder Bag and the Ruby Satchel.

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19 Dec 2023

BLACKPINK’s Jisoo Named Dyson Brand Ambassador: Here’s What She Loves About the Airstrait & Where You Can Buy It

BLACKPINK’s Jisoo is joining the Dyson family. The K-pop star has been named Dyson’s newest brand ambassador, the company announced earlier this month.

On Monday (Dec. 18), Jisoo took to Instagram to share her excitement for the new partnership and gush over the Dyson Airstrait hair straightener. “Excited to partner with the Dyson family! Love Airstrait that gives me straight, shiny hair,” she captioned the photo.

Dyson’s Airstrait, the newest edition to its lineup of hair dryers, hair straighteners and multi-stylers, was introduced in May. Not to be confused with the Dyson Corrale flat iron, the Airstrait dries and straightens hair at the same time by utilizing directional airflow technology while protecting it from heat damage.

Jisso is also featured using the Dyson Airwrap in the limited-edition Ceramic Pop colorway (get it on sale here). The viral multi-styler retails for $599.99 at Dyson, Amazon, Best Buy, Ulta Beauty, Sephora and other major retailers.

Although Dyson has long been known for vacuums, and more recently for fans, heaters and air purifiers, the Airwrap helped put the company on the map as it relates to hair tools.

The Airwrap is available in a variety of colors, including the limited-edition vinca blue/rosé, blue/blush, silver/copper and other colors. The tool works on short hair, long hair and a range of different hair types including wavy, curly, coily and straight hair.

Looking for a last-minute Christmas gift? Place your order with Dyson by Wednesday, Dec. 20, at 3 p.m. ET to have it delivered by Sunday, Dec. 24.

Dyson is currently offering $100 off the Airwrap and $200 when you buy the Airwrap and Airstrait together. The Airwrap is also on sale at Best Buy and Bloomingdale’s.

Shop the Dyson Airwrap and Airstrait below.

19 Dec 2023

‘Percy Jackson & the Olympians’: Here’s How to Stream the Highly Anticipated Series on Disney+

Percy Jackson and t he Olympians, the highly anticipated series adaptation of the popular fantasy novels premieres on Disney+ on Wednesday (Dec. 20).

The eight-episode series is about a 12-year-old boy who finds out that he’s the son of the Greek god Zeus and sets out on a mission to find his father’s missing lightning bolt to “restore order in Mount Olympus and save the world.”

Walker Scobell stars as Percy, Leah Sava Jeffries and Aryan Simhadri portray his friends Annabeth and Grover.

Keep reading for details on how to stream the series online.

How to Watch Percy Jackson & the Olympians

Percy Jackson and t he Olympians consists of eight episodes. Disney+ subscribers can begin streaming the first two episode on Wednesday, Dec. 20. New releases usually drop at midnight and are featured on the Disney+ homepage.

The remaining six episodes of Percy Jackson and the Olympians will premiere weekly on Disney+.

If you’re not subscribed, join Disney+ basic for just $7.99/month or Disney Premium for $13.99/month. Disney+ also offers annual plans, and bundles with Hulu and ESPN+ starting at $9.99/month.

Unfortunately, Disney+ doesn’t offer a free trial, but you might be able to find one through a third party such as Verizon and credit card companies that offer Disney+ credits such as Capital One and American Express.

The Disney+ streaming library features a bunch of original series and must-watch movies such as Loki, The Santa Clauses, Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, Elemental, Home Alone, Doctor Who, What If…?, Ahsoka, The Little Mermaid, The Book of Boba Fett, The Mandalorian and upcoming releases like BTS Monuments.

Watch the trailer to Percy Jackson and the Olympians below.

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19 Dec 2023

Taylor Swift Celebrates With Zoë Kravitz, Gigi Hadid & More in New Birthday Photos From Keleigh Sperry

Fans are getting a new peek into Taylor Swift‘s birthday celebrations, thanks to Keleigh Sperry.

Days after the “Anti-Hero” singer rang in her birthday with a star-studded group of friends in New York City, Sperry — who’s married to Top Gun: Maverick star Miles Teller — shared photos on Instagram of their festive night out. Wearing her already iconic black dress with silver moon and star designs, Swift poses in the snaps with Teller, Blake Lively, Zoë Kravitz and Gigi Hadid.

“family time and birthdays ❤️ happy holidays!!” Sperry wrote in the caption of the Monday (Dec. 18) post.

The photos with Swift were taken the night of the 12-time Grammy winner’s 34th birthday on Wednesday (Dec. 13), which she spent at The Box nightclub in Manhattan. In Sperry’s pictures, Swift flashes her much talked-about ring to the camera. The bling boasts several blue topaz surrounding a large opal, and is reportedly a gift from the musician’s boyfriend, Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, as the two gems happen to be the pair’s respective birthstones.

Swift also recently shared her own photos from the birthday bash, confirming that Jack Antonoff, Eras Tour openers HAIM, Gracie Abrams and Sabrina Carpenter, Queer Eye‘s Antoni Porowski and best friend since high school Abigail Anderson were also in attendance. “Can’t believe this year… actually… happened? Thank you for all your beautiful birthday wishes yesterday,” the pop star wrote at the time.

The night prior to her birthday, Swift hung out with Sperry and Teller at Zero Bond, an evening also attended by Selena Gomez. The following weekend, she and her dad, Scott Swift, dropped by Gilette Stadium to cheer on Kelce as the Chiefs played the New England Patriots, with Papa Swift at one point sharing what appeared to be the pop star’s birthday cake with fans in the box suite next door.

19 Dec 2023

Ally Brooke Engaged to Longtime Boyfriend Will Bracey: ‘We Have the Most Beautiful Love Story Ever Told’

Ally Brooke said yes to everlasting love! The Fifth Harmony alum is engaged to music executive Will Bracey, Brooke shared in an Instagram post on Tuesday (Dec. 19).

Bracey popped the question at a New York City art gallery Monday night with a ring designed in Turkey by a private jeweler, according to a press release. The couple, who have been together for eight years, first started dating at the end of 2015, after the music exec joined the the girl group as their touring manager earlier that year.

“WE HAVE THE MOST BEAUTIFUL LOVE STORY EVER TOLD!!!!!! ???????❤️,” Brooke captioned her Instagram carousel featuring snaps of Bracey proposing, the couple sharing a sweet kiss, the singer showing off her ring, and more. “I CANNOT WAIT TO MARRY YOU ?”

The artist also gushed to People about the engagement and how it caught her off guard. “It is the best day of my life. It’s wonderful, truly wonderful,” she said. “I had no idea. No idea. When he did it, I was just in pure shock.”

Bracey also dished to the magazine about the proposal and why he chose to do it in New York City. “I’ve been planning it all year, and New York was always our city — it’s where we fell in love,” he shared. “And who’s not a fan of Christmastime in New York?”

As for that sparkler? “Oh my goodness, it was beautiful. I was awe-struck,” Brooke told People. “It fits like a glove, and it looks so beautiful on me.”

The couple’s friends shared their messages of congratulations in the Instagram comments, with fellow Fifth Harmony member Dinah Jane writing, “abouuuuuutttt time William Bracey,” followed by multiple sobbing emojis. In a second comment, she wrote, “LOVE YOU MR AND MRS BRACEY?? MATCH MADE IN HEAVEN.”

See Brooke’s Instagram post featuring her engagement photos and ring:

18 Dec 2023

Best ‘Wonka’ Movie Merch: 10 Must-Haves That Are Still in Stock for the Holidays

Wonka made a sweet debut at the box office over the weekend. The prequel to the classic tale of Willy Wonka debuted at No. 1 at the box office, earning $39 million domestically and $150 million worldwide.

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Timothée Chalamet takes on the role of the eccentric inventor, magician and chocolatier, but unlike Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory starring Gene Wilder, Wonka centers around the character’s early years.

Hugh Grant, Calah Lane, Keegan-Michael Key, Sally Hawkins and Rowan Atkinson are among the cast. The movie is directed by Paul King.

In honor of the new movie, we’ve collected a list of Wonka merch that you can still shop before Christmas. If you’re looking for a sweet stocking stuffer or a last-minute holiday gift, this list has something for you.

Below, find a collection of the top 10 Wonka movie merch items that are still in stock, plus a couple nostalgic options inspired by the 1971 film.

A delicious set of Wonka-inspired merch! The Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory x Fossil Collection includes the limited-edition Wonka Bar Carraway ($195), a “likable wallpaper” version of the Raquel watch ($195), a Golden Ticket Key Fob ($45), chocolate bar clutch purse ($275) and hand-beaded fruit bag ($295). The collection, which was released on Dec. 4, is mostly sold out but you the bracelet, earrings, necklaces and limited-edition clutch ($295) still in stock.

Put something sweet under the tree! The Wonka x Kurt Geiger London Purse features a candy-like, allover print, gold chain strap, magnetic flap closure and interior pocket. The crossbody bag measures 7.7-inches wide x 5.1-inches high (2.75-inches in depth).

It’s not too late to give an advent calendar as a Christmas gift! This Wonka x Revolution Beauty Advent Calendar houses a collection of shimmering gold shadow, chocolate cream bronzer, blueberry blush, chocolate-scented lip gloss and other goodies encased in a colorful collectable box.

The Wonka x Happy Socks Gift Set includes three pairs of cozy, crew socks in magical designs inspired by the movie.

The Chuck Taylor All Star Swirl pays homage to Wonka’s candy empire and one of the only items still available from the Converse x Wonka Collection. The full collection includes Oompa Lumpa Chuck Taylor ($120), Chocolate Swirl Chuck Taylors (available at Stockx) Converse x Wonka All Star BB Trilliant CX Golden Ticket sneaker (available at StockX), a crewneck sweater shirt (sold out), French terry joggers $75), a bucket hat and T-shirts.

Bloomingdale’s dropped Wonka collection, which includes this Wonka x Junkfood Top Hat Tee. It’s available in (girl’s) sizes XS-XL and features the message, “Never let them steal your dreams.”

Warner Bros. unveiled a collection of Wonka movie Funko Pop! vinyls including Mr. Wonka himself. The Wonka Funko Pop! measures 4.9 inches tall and comes packaged in a plastic display box. This particular design won’t arrive by Christmas but you can find pre-order it at Amazon and have it delivered in time for the new year.

Inspired by Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, this Wonka novel introduces readers to a young Wonka who is “determined to change the world one delectable bite at a time.”

For the nostalgia lovers, Willy Wonka’s The Golden Ticket Game lets you play as the original characters from the first movie: Charlie, Veruca, Violet, Mike and Agustus. The object of the game is to collect as many Wonka Bars as possible. At the end of the game, you unwrap the Wonka bars to see which player earned the most golden tickets.

Want more golden tickets? This Wonka Bar candy wrapper will be a hit at your next candy-inspired party.

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