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Welcome to Style Watch, your one-stop shop for the best streetwear and apparel to hit the internet. With both Coachella weekends and EDC behind us, we’ve officially slipped into music festival season! That means as we transition between spring and summer you’re going to need some new breezy party-ready fits that’ll have you styling and keep you cool. So for this Style Watch, we’re flipping the script a bit and specifically focusing on festival-ready fashion rather than everyday streetwear.

Think loose shirts, shorts, mesh fabrics, statement pieces and swimwear. Whether you’re looking to soak up the sun, hit the pool, or spend all day on the festival grounds (or all three, if you’re hitting Splash House) we’ve got you covered with all of the best contemporary fashion.

Let’s dive in.

Jacquemus — La Chemise Simon Shirt, Le Raphia Collection

Price: $366

French brand Jacquemus has just dropped the greatest festival shirt of the year as part its its new Le Raphia collection. The shirt is 100% viscose and features a straight-fit cut, a pointed collar, pearl buttons, square cuffs, and a graphic print in six different colorways.

Each colorway features a different graphic, but none of them reflect the summer season quite like the Orange Arty Sun iteration. All six are dope, but this is easily our favorite.

Zara — Tie Dye Shirt x Rhuigi Limited Edition

Price: $59.90

If you’ve long wanted to get your hands on some Rhude but don’t want to shell out the cash, Rhude mastermind Ruigi Villasenor has teamed up with Zara for an affordable collection that captures a bit of what makes Rhude such a dope brand.

Part psychedelic, part ultra-modern, this tie-dye shirt sports a loose relaxed fit with a lapel collar and short sleeves made from 90% polyester and 10% elastane. The patch pocket features an embroidered “RHU” logo giving you a little taste of that Rhode iconography.

Miaou — Mini Billie Dress

Price: $195

Want to simultaneously show off your swimwear while still looking festival ready? Miaou’s Mini Billie Dress will get you there. The design is a reinterpretation of the brand’s famous Billie dress in a shorter cut with a mesh build and a contoured fit. The fabric is semi-sheer, made from 92% polyester and 6% spandex dead stock fabric, and features a blue lotus print.

The sizing for the Mini Billie Dress runs from XXS to 4XL in a true-to-size form.

Champion x Rick Owens SS23 Collection

Price: Varies

Champion and Rick Owens are teaming up once again in their fourth brand collaboration, fusing Champion’s sportswear staples with Owens’ avant-garde sensibilities. The end result is some of the wildest reimagined sportswear you’ve ever seen.

While athletic wear positions comfort and practicality above all else, Rick Owens’ take throws all of that out of the window with a collection of men’s and women’s wear pieces that look equal parts gym rat and rockstar. The collection will feature lots of mesh, crinkled nylon, cotton, and Terry pieces all in black, taupe, and red. Think of it as comfort elevated, which sounds right on the money for festival wear.

The Champion x Rick Owens SS23 collection will release on Friday, May 26th. Hit the Rick Owens webstore on the drop date.

Keiser Clark — Desert Drive Suede Bomber/ Electric Daisy Cardigan

Price: $950 / $475

Honestly you can’t go wrong with any of the pieces from Keiser Clark’s latest collection. The doom-laden decadent rockstar club vibes of the brand are taking a bit of a backseat here for an uncharacteristically brighter palette of colors that look festival ready.

A highlight is the Desert Drive Suede Bomber which features a lambskin suede body with a bottom rear cut-out inspired by Ryan Gosling’s drive character, The Driver, complete with a relaxed 80s fit, silvertone zipper details and button front closure.

If you’re looking for something a bit more loungey, the Electric Daisy Cardigan will get you there. It features a Merino wool cotton blend build with an all-over page daisy print. It’s the perfect sweater to throw on for those cooler nights on the festival grounds or back at the resort while you’re lounging.

Princess Polly — Thomson Cargo Jeans/ Cherry Sip Tube Top

Price: $75 / $44

It’s the year of the cargo pants renaissance, no festival fit is complete without this comfortable and functional staple. Princess Polly’s Thomson Cargos feature a 100% cotton black denim build with a high waist, wide leg cut, and five pocket design, completely non-stretch and ultra-contemporary.

Black cargo always pairs perfectly with a contrasting red top so we recommend the Cherry Sip Tube Top. The build is 95% cotton 5% elastane with a graphic cherry design, and an elasticated neckline.

Palace — Acid Jacket

Price: $298

Get your acid wash on with this Acid Jacket from Palace’s latest SS23 drop. The jacket features two utilitarian front pockets, Palace branding in Navy, a zip pull, and a ribbed cuff and hem in a 100% cotton build.

It’s the type of functional jacket that is going to look great with whatever you pair it with and will keep you warm on those late-night sessions when you’re grabbing one last bite before hitting bed for the next day’s festivities.

For Love & Lemons — Piccola Crop Top / Midi Skirt

Price: $159/ $219

Bring some summer elegance to the festival grounds with For Love & Lemons Piccola set. The crop top is fully lined and features wildflower embroidered fabric with a cowl neckline, halter ties, cross straps and a 100% polyester build.

The matching midi skirt features the same wildflower motif with a shirred waistband, A-line skirt, and hidden zip closure. It works for both the festival grounds and during leisure time at the resort/hotel.

J. Crew — 6” Stretch Swim Trunk Polka Dot

Price: $89.50

If you’re going to be hitting up multiple festivals this summer, you’re going to be spending a lot of off-hours in hotels, which means you’re going to need some new pool wear. You can’t go wrong with swim trunks from J. Crew, they’re stylish enough that you can wear them poolside and when you hit up the local store for drinks without wasting time with an outfit change.

Available in a variety of styles and patterns, J. Crew 6-inch trunks are mesh lined, water repellent, and built in UPF 50 pectin, which keeps 98 percent of UVA and UVB rays from penetrating your skin before it even reaches your sunblock. We’re loving this large polka dot navy blue pattern but feel free to shop around.

Storm Reid x Pacsun Red Rio Layered One Piece / Pink Daniela Tie Side Bikini

Price: $41.96

Pacsun has linked up with Euphoria and The Last Of Us actress Storm Reid for a bright and color-saturated collection of swimwear. A highlight from the collection is the Red Rio Layered One Piece which features a front-cinched asymmetrical design with a cutout side, high cut leak, and cheeky seat.

The one-piece is lined and unpadded with a back hook closure and an 80% nylon and 20% spandex build. For something with a bit less coverage, consider the Pink Daniela, a tie sides low-rise bikini with a high-cut leg, and a three-color design.

Kamari — Poppy Asymmetrical One Piece

Price: $113.99

Asymmetrical is the wave and Kamari is delivering the goods. The Poppy Asymmetrical one-piece features a vibrant hot pink colorway with brassy loops and a true-to-size fit that captures that about-to-be-a-trend Barbie aesthetic.

Bonobos — Throwback Swim Trunks

Price: $89

If you’re looking for a more retro look be sure and check out Bonobos Throwback Swim Trunks. These drinks feature a short split curved hem with embroidered details, a mesh interior, front and back pockets in nine different colorways from black to this all-over pink flamingo print.

The shorts come in your choice of a 5 or 7-inch inseam.

Boys Lie — Ocean Reverie Top/ Pants

Price: $98/$125

Boys Lie Ocean Reverie set oozes summer vibes with its light sheer design. The top is crop cut with a low neckline, floral beaded trim, a nude lining, and a nylon, polyester, and spandex build. It’s great for layering or wearing on its own.

The matching pants feature a high waist cut with a flared hem, beaded and lace trims, an elastic waistband, and nude mesh lining. The set is available in Ocean, Pearl, and Rose colorways but we’re loving the ocean for its darker moodier aesthetic.

Golf Le Fleur — Bronco Jacket

Price: $1,250

It’s going to hurt your bank account more than those VIP tickets but if you want to ensure you’re the best dressed at every festival you attend this year, you can’t go wrong with Golf Le Flour’s new Bronco Jacket. Seriously, look at this thing, it just might be the greatest work of art Tyler the Creator has ever given us.

This aviator-style jacket sports a jacquard faux fur collar in a blend of yellow, black, and pastel blue and pink over leopard print with a pink satin lining, wavy welt pockets, and a front zipper. The jacket runs large in a size run of small to XL.

The build is a mix of 100% cow leather with a polyester fur fur collar, made in Italy.

EDITOR’S PICK: DGK Life Crew / Pant

Price: $80 / $75

This floral-embroidered sweatsuit reminds me — and I think it’s specifically meant to conjure — the embroidered clothing of mainland Mexico often seen on mariachi bands. More recently, it makes me think of the fire outfit Ben Harper wore in his classic live DVD, shot at the Hollywood Bowl. The embroidery is impeccable and the mantra “Livin for Today” feels like something you actually want emblazoned on your back while exploring a festival or sitting by the fire pit after a long beach day.

Having just worn this outfit to a social event where people were far more dressed up than me but not feeling nearly as bold, let me tell you: It drew a lot of compliments as a full ensemble. Wearing one or the other at a time, you’re sure to still get noticed — the embroidery work is excellent and the branding sparks conversations. Perfect for afternoons in the park or on the sand and equally adept for hitting a club. (There’s no elastic at the bottom of the pants leg, so they feel both more dressed up and more breezy than more traditional sweats ever could.)

EDITOR’S PICK: One Golden Thread — V Neck Tree Shirt

Price: $88

I was a little skeptical of this brand when I first started seeing the shirts at festivals. They seemed to belong with sacred geometry tattoos, copper bracelets, and big, dumb hats in a sort of “guru/ cult leader” starter kit. And frankly, I didn’t think I could quite pull it off.

Then I tried this shirt on. The fabric is incredible. Shockingly comfortable. And they look good on you — favoring the features and form of even those among us who can’t pull off the gaunt look of weary travelers exploring the souks of Morocco before crossing the seas on a clipper ship while staring into the middle distance. Meaning that even the mortals among us feel cool in them. Like festival-fly-wise-sexy dude. Which is sort of the point of all clothing.

Between the vibe and the coziness? This is sure to be in my rotation a lot this summer. Maybe I need to get some copper bracelets too!

EDITOR’S PICK: Adidas Skateboarding x Dime — Tracksuit

Price: $185 (For full set)

Confession time: I go to the Adidas website often to look for new tracksuits. I will never forgive myself for missing this one. So when I saw this Adidas Skateboarding x DIME collab drop, I had to jump on it. The Adidas tracksuit is just unequivocally cool and always has been — there’s a whole Air plot point that revolves around this fact. And this powder blue, oversized riff on the style feels very festival-ready — loose and casual and vibey. It’s sort of like early 2000s forest rave-wear meets some real Donnie Brasco-Sopranos wiseguy energy.

It would look cool on a skater and a festival goer and a mafia member, is what I’m getting at.

The loose-at-the-ankle pants have become a workwear staple for me — with a white tee and some Stan Smiths. But I’m headed to LiB this weekend and sure to wear them with a tank top and loose-fitting button-up.

Point being: they’re versatile! And fly! More of this, Adidas!

EDITOR’S PICK: Aviator Nation — Bolt Stripe Relaxed Cropped Pullover Hoodie (Kelly Green)

Price: $172

Aviator Nation sweats are some of the absolute best for beachwear. They just feel so natural to slip into coming out of the surf. They’re cozy AF and fit nicely. Plus the branding isn’t overly overt — I’m not trying to advertise for some corporation while I chill on the sand.

I got this one for my lady and she’s been repping it hard. She gets cold easily and the fact that it’s cut at the midriff allows her to dress sexy and stylishly without her teeth chattering. An absolute win as beach season approaches.

There are many traditional staples of fatherhood—love, support, protection, security, providing an example—but there is, of course, that other not-so-warm-and-fuzzy feeling that dads can provoke in their kids at any given moment … sheer, utter embarrassment.

Usually in a father’s humiliation tool belt is the infamous dad joke. These corny puns have been around since 2003, and let’s face it, they’ll never leave. Of course, no dad needs one to make your eyes roll. They can do that most of the time simply by being themselves.

For his well-known #Hashtags segment, Jimmy Fallon asked his “Tonight Show” audience to share “funny, weird, or embarrassing” stories about their dads. Fallon, a father himself, is no stranger to the cringeworthy power of a dad joke. In a 2020 interview with TODAY, Fallon admitted, “I’m starting to get the eye rolls now where Daddy’s not the funniest person in the world.”

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Don’t worry Fallon! Clearly you’re not alone, because people replied with some truly hilarious comments. Dads might be silly, but we’ll gladly put up with it for the love they give us.

Enjoy 20 of the very best #DadStories. As usual, Fallon went first:

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“Instead of buying a smoker my dad just grills in the garage with the door closed.” – @jimmyfallon

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“At my aunt’s wedding reception, my dad ran out from the bathroom when he heard You Should Be Dancing by the Bee Gees play, and proceeded to do John Travolta’s routine from Saturday Night Fever.” – @MJ_Rose88

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“My Dad will call me sometimes when he wants me to bring him food. He refers to me as ‘GrubDash.'” – @FalPalAMF828

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“My dad likes to play a very morbid game called ‘guess who died’, which consists of him gossiping about someone I probably haven’t seen in 20+ years and can’t remember at all, who died recently. Bonus points for guessing the cause of death.” – @jon_jonz

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“My dad used to drink his morning coffee with his dentures in his hand while reading the newspaper. When we asked him why, he said his teeth also wanted to read the newspaper.” – @FallonHolic_

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“When my dad took my sister to her first Jr. HS dance, she asked to be dropped off a block before the school. My dad proceeded to take her all the way up to the main entrance, got out of the car and loudly announced her arrival!” – @77BroncosFan

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“Asked my dad if he knew who Taylor Swift was…he said, I don’t care who he is!” – @JessyKrupa

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“My dad whistles really loud. He sticks his head out the window and whistles back to birds. But when the lady next door heard him, she called 911. The cops told her, ‘Lady, he didn’t whistle at you. He only flirts with birds.'” – @tostianascripts

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“When my dad would leave a message on my answering machine, he would end the message saying, ‘This is dad signing off.'” – @RealRobFindor

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“We were on vacation and the gift shops selling fudge called plain fudge ‘chocolate no nuts.’ A guy walked up to my dad with some samples and offered him some saying ‘chocolate no nuts?’ And my dad said ‘what did you just call me?'” – @lauraceciliaOT

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“My Dad laid a new floor in my brother’s house. It was all finished so we couldn’t understand why he was taking up the boards again. Turns out he had seen a spider run underneath and was worried it would be trapped.” – @Sohnzie

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“Whenever my dad would try to talk us into trying something new to eat he’d state, ‘It’s so good it’ll put hair on your chest.’ He had 3 daughters.” – @Bookelew

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“My mom once bought a 6 ft Santa statue at a yard sale without telling dad. When he got home and parked, we heard banging, crashing and swearing. We went to look and the Santa was laying face down on the curb. Dad thought someone was trying to jump him.” – @dknessfalls

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“My dad couldn’t decide if he wanted to be called ‘grandpa’ or ‘papa’ so he just told all of us to call him ‘Coach.’ He’s not a coach.” – @iPopEditor

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“My father went to the McDonalds drive thru and asked for a whopper. When they said ‘they didn’t have whoppers’, He just drove off without placing an order.” – @Marisa_Rosie22

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“One day we went out to eat at Pizza Hut and sat in front of an empty table with some pizza left on it. My dad, being the penny pincher he is, grabbed some and started eating it. A few minutes later the couple comes back from the bathroom asking ‘where’s our pizza?'” – @Alex_Erickson3

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“My dad let a bee land on his hand and watched it closely as it stung him because he ‘wanted to see the process up close.'” – @TrippyPsycholo1

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“My dad once tried to tell a lady she had a Big Bug on her, but accidentally told her she had a Really Big Butt. She was not amused.” – @Sallyjo25

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“My dad thinks it’s funny to introduce my mom as his ‘first wife’….my parents have been married for 58 years and are in their late 80’s.” – @annMcD87

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“My dad entered Canada by swimming across the Niagara from the US under the cover of night.” – @albertduic

This story originally appeared on 06.17.22

If you haven’t been keeping up with the royal traffic violations, here’s what has been going down.

Last week, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle were “extremely upset and shaken” after being involved in a paparazzi car chase while out in New York City. The NYPD seems to remember it differently, claiming that “The Duke and Duchess of Sussex arrived at their destination and there were no reported collisions, summonses, injuries, or arrests in regard.” In response, Harry and Meghan’s team then demanded that the photo agency Backgrid turn over the photos from the ordeal, which Backgrid denied. Being a royal sounds like a breeze!

Don’t worry, there’s more. Backgrid’s lawyer seems to have no sympathy for the couple, drafting up a scolding response that somehow invoked the wrath of George Washington and the like:

In America, as I’m sure you know, property belongs to the owner of it: Third parties cannot just demand it be given to them, as perhaps Kings can do … Perhaps you should sit down with your client and advise them that his English rules of royal prerogative to demand that the citizenry hand over their property to the Crown were rejected by this country long ago. We stand by our founding fathers.

It’s bold to stand by the founding fathers in this day and age, but that’s what they did! It was then revealed that the lawyer in question is Joanna “Jo” Ardalan, who has represented Backgrid for over 5 years (per The AV Club).

“It was a galling request,” Adalan explained, which is why she then spent over two hours intricately crafting a response that was intended to “put them in their place.” The duo has not pressed any further, as it seems their place has been put.

Ardalan added, “Do they really think they can do that to businesses just trying to do their work?” which could, in theory, be applied to the Duke and Duchess themselves, who were also just trying to do their work by leaving an event and head home. What do the founding fathers think of that? Probably be shocked that electric cars exist.

Either way, it doesn’t seem like we will ever know what went down during the alleged car chase (though if they really had nothing to hide, maybe they would hand over the photos….) Still, it’s pretty understandable for Prince Harry to feel triggered by a paparazzi-led car chase, considering that’s how his mother Princess Diana was killed over 25 years ago. It’s almost as if we as a society should re-evaluate following people around with cameras for fear of public safety. Or something.

(Via AV Club)

Target is at the center (sorry) of a controversy over its Pride Month offerings, which it has started to recall after threats by right-wing protesters. But leave it to Lil Nas X to put things in perspective with a tongue-in-cheek tweet imitating the temper tantrum being thrown by MAGA loyalists.

“can’t believe target is supporting this nonsense,” he wrote. “im never shopping there again.”

But while the first part of his tweet satirized the faux-outrage at Target for carrying Pride-themed products ahead of Pride Month, the second part hammered home how silly those protesters really sound.

“my son is not ‘too cool for school,’” he jibed. “these shirts are ridiculous. he is going to school and he WILL learn.”

Of course, Lil Nas is the perfect spokesperson to undermine the anti-LGBTQ agenda, something he’s been doing almost since he worked his way into the limelight with “Old Town Road.” He’s been accused of faking being queer for album sales, prompting him to reverse-troll the critics commenting about him.

And he’s only doubled down since, collaborating with fellow queer rapper Saucy Santana to give those prudes something to really get mad about. He’s killing them with kindness — and some truly great jokes.

Today on UPROXX Sessions, model-turned-singer Jhonni Blaze stops by to make a simple request: “Don’t Fall Out Of Love.” She released the new single, which features Ne-Yo, last week; in her performance, she puts all the passion and pleading the premise warrants on display.

Her first release of the year, “Don’t Fall Out Of Love” precedes the expected release of Blaze’s first project since 2018’s 5:12. Other stars expected to feature on the collection include NLE Choppa, Popp Hunna, and Miami rap legend Trina.

A veteran of reality TV, featuring on such shows as Love & Hip-Hop: New York and Growing Up Hip-Hop, the singer’s burgeoning career is set to kick into a higher gear in 2023, picking up momentum with the release of “Don’t Fall Out Of Love.”

You can watch Johnni Blaze’s plaintive performance of “Don’t Fall Out Of Love” for UPROXX Sessions above.

UPROXX Sessions is Uproxx’s performance show featuring the hottest up-and-coming acts you should keep an eye on. Featuring creative direction from LA promotion collective, Ham On Everything, and taking place on our “bathroom” set designed and painted by Julian Gross, UPROXX Sessions is a showcase of some of our favorite performers, who just might soon be yours, too.

R. Kelly made some of the most well-received music of his era, including songs like “Ignition (Remix),” “I Believe I Can Fly,” and “Bump n’ Grind.” More importantly, though, earlier this year, he was sentenced to 20 years in prison for child pornography. That followed 2022’s 30-year sentence for sex trafficking and racketeering.

The way Timbaland sees it, those two sides of Kelly can be separated, to the point that he still considers the controversial singer the “king of R&B.”

During a recent episode of Shannon Sharpe’s Club Shay Shay podcast, Sharpe spoke about how he believes “you can separate art from an artist” before specifically mentioning Kelly. After he said he doesn’t believe you can “throw everything he’s done artistically away,” Timbaland said, “No you cannot.” Sharpe continued, “I believe you can separate the two,” and Timbaland chimed in, “Yes you can. I agree. I agree.”

Timbaland then elaborated:

“R. Kelly’s the king of R&B. We all know that, man. And it’s funny, I’m glad you talk about that, because I be having talks… everybody jump when you say ‘R. Kelly.’ I’m like, ‘So we just gonna ignore his music that he gave us, that we all jam to?’ No, we can’t do that. His art is his art. I’m not going to bash the man’s art. […] To me, we have to learn how to… I think, as a culture, we have to learn how to separate that.

And if I say, ‘OK, who can battle R. Kelly,’ I don’t want to see in the comments, ‘How you gonna have this…’ Don’t mix music up with personal. Music is a feeling, it stands alone. Music is something that don’t have no race. It brings people together. It don’t have no drama with it. It is a place of enjoyment, a feeling, so don’t bring drama into music. Leave that outside. His art is his art.”

Check out a clip of the conversation above.

There have been rumors, started by Quentin Tarantino himself, that his next film, The Movie Critic, would be his last one. The director has remained pretty ambiguous about this statement, and while he might be done making movies, he is undoubtedly not leaving Hollywood forever. The man loves it too much.

Tarantino recently spoke with Deadline about his upcoming project and seemingly confirmed that his next film would be his last (if you believe him, which the interviewer sure didn’t). But when pressed for more details, the director said he would be interested in exploring other forms of Hollywood exploitation tales and various foot footage. Foot-age, if you will.

“I could do a TV show,” Tarantino said, explaining that he wasn’t ready to hang up his directing hat just yet. “I didn’t say I’m going to go into the night darkly, all right? I could do a TV show. I could do a short film. I could do a play. All kinds of things I could do, but I’ll probably just be more of a writer.” What Tarantino didn’t say is that he would be open to acting again. This takes From Dusk Till Dawn 2 off the table… for now.

He then added that he is done with directing because it is simply his time, which is also something parents say when they are about to euthanize the family dog. It hurts, but it makes sense. “It’s just time. It’s just time to go out,” Tarantino said. “I like the idea of going out on top. I like the idea of giving it my all for 30 years and then saying, ‘OK, that’s enough.’ And I don’t like working to diminishing returns. And I mean, now is a good time because I mean, what even is a motion picture anyway anymore? Is it just something that they show on Apple? That would be diminishing returns.”

If Tarantino wanted to venture into television, he would probably have to make some sort of deal with HBO (Max?) or even Apple, because you know ABC or CBS would not welcome that amount of blood and violence on a primetime cable slot. Of course, Tarantino doesn’t shy away from talking smack about streamers, so maybe he will go the play route and set something up for the stage. What is the rule about gore and blood in Broadway musicals now? He should start doing his research.

(Via Deadline)

In New Jersey, a great sandwich debate has raged for decades. As The Hoboken Girl notes, there’s a distinct local sandwich with a long, rich history dating back to the mid-1800s. Today, some call the processed meat sandwich a “Taylor ham,” while others prefer the name “pork roll.” Now, though, none of that matters, because New Jersey governor Phil Murphy just officially declared a new Taylor Swift-inspired state sandwich.

In a video posted today (May 25), he explains, “In New Jersey, we have a reputation for a great war between Taylor ham and pork roll. Usually, we let you call it what you want, but since we have a superstar coming to town, we know all too well that we should commemorate the occasion. So today, we are declaring the official state sandwich of New Jersey a Taylor Swift ham, egg and cheese. Welcome to New Jersey, Taylor. We’ve been waiting for you and it would’ve been a cruel summer without you.”

He also shared the official proclamation, which reads, “WHEREAS, Taylor Swift is a Superstar and will Forever and Always remain Untouchable when creating meaningful lyrics and performing her record-breaking music live; and WHEREAS, Taylor Swift will be returning to MetLife Stadium once again this weekend for her esteemed Eras Tour and it is Nothing New that she will bring out a crowd Bigger Than The Whole Sky; and WHEREAS, New Jersey has a Reputation for great debates on whether it is Taylor Ham or Pork Roll; and WHEREAS, in honor of one of The Best Days, New Jersey is Enchanted to announce the Taylor Swift Ham, Egg, and Cheese as the official State Sandwich of New Jersey and end The Great War between Taylor Ham and Pork Roll; and WHEREAS, New Jersey is proud to support Taylor and welcome her back to our Gorgeous State; and WHEREAS, on behalf of the State of New Jersey, we hope this weekend brings the people of New Jersey and Taylor a night beyond their Wildest Dreams; NOW, THEREFORE, I, Philip D. Murphy, Governor of the State of New Jersey, do hereby proclaim: The Taylor Swift Ham, Egg, and Cheese Sandwich the State Sandwich of New Jersey.”

Bill Hader has made some good decisions in his life. He said yes to SNL; yes to Hot Rod, Forgetting Sarah Marshall, and Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs; and yes to making a show about a hit man who joins an acting class that has become the darkest comedy (or the funniest drama?) on TV since BoJack Horseman. But Hader’s best career decision is when he didn’t kill NoHo Hank in the Barry pilot.

“I was almost killed in the first episode,” future Emmy winner (hopefully) Anthony Carrigan, who plays NoHo Hank, told the Los Angeles Times during a conversation with his co-stars. After Sarah Goldberg (Sarry) rightfully pointed out that it’s hard to imagine Barry without the easily duped Chechen mobster, Hader added, “We were lining up the shot where you were supposed to get shot, and I went over to our [director of photography] and [Barry co-creator Alec Berg].” He asked them, “Should we kill him? I don’t think we can kill him.”

They didn’t kill him.

In the scene that Hader is referring to, Barry walks up to a car with three passengers: NoHo Hank and two henchmen. We see the henchmen get shot and die, but not NoHo Hank. Barry thinks he’s dead, but he falls behind the door and gets away (this happens off-screen) as Barry walks back to his car.

The Barry series finale airs this Sunday after Succession.

(Via the Los Angeles Times)

Arguments start to take off when one partner begins to get defensive. So, therapist Lauren Consul shared her relationship-saving tip to “stop an argument in its tracks” when one partner goes into self-preservation mode.

Lauren Consul is a couples and sex therapist who’s developed a following of nearly 160,000 people on TikTok and has received over 5.4 million likes. She is an infidelity expert and hosts retreats to help people “survive and thrive” after one partner has strayed.

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“The next time you and your partner are talking, and your partner becomes defensive, I want you to do this: Pause, and say, ‘I want to understand what happened there. What did you hear me say?'” Consul says in her TikTok video with over 42,000 views.

“This question is key because it does one of two things,” she continued. “First, it can allow for clarification. A lot of times when we’ve become defensive, we’ve interpreted something our partner has said incorrectly. We’ve run it through a filter, we’ve told ourselves a story about it, it’s triggered something… So we’re not actually hearing what our partner says, and it allows for clarification.”

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“The second thing: If your partner did interpret what you said correctly, it gives you an opportunity to slow things down and understand what is happening for them and address the underlying issue, rather than get caught in a spiral of defensiveness,” she continued.

Consul’s advice for stopping arguments before they explode is helpful because it clears up any potential misunderstandings. The key is to remember the tactic in the heat of the moment to prevent things from getting out of hand.

This article originally appeared on 3.16.23