Spanx’s Faux Leather Leggings Are 30 Percent Off RN — No, This Is Not A Drill

Let me be the first to tell you that real pants are definitely optional in 2021. Put your skinny jeans in storage and say hello to yet another year of working from home in your favorite pairs of leggings. That said, if you feel like your usual pick is looking a little worse for wear these days, it might be time for an upgrade. Luckily, Spanx’s leather leggings are currently on sale for 30 percent off for Nordstrom’s Anniversary Sale (going on now through August 8).  We highly suggest that you get a pair before they sell out.

Allow us to direct your attention to the pair of faux leather moto leggings that seemingly every celebrity has been living in as of late. Lizzo, Hailey Steinfeld, Kelly Clarkson and Jennifer Hudson are just a few of the stars that have been photographed in Spanx’s faux leather leggings over the past few months, so you have no reason not to invest in a pair right now. Faux leather leggings are the best option for when you want both the comfort of your stretchiest sweats and the versatility of your most flattering pair of jeans, making them ideal for everything from running errands to grabbing dinner with your friends.

Our mission at STYLECASTER is to bring style to the people, and we only feature products we think you’ll love as much as we do. Please note that if you purchase something by clicking on a link within this story, we may receive a small commission of the sale.

Courtesy of Spanx.

Spanx Faux Leather Leggings — $34 Off

Score these best-selling (and top-rated) leggings on sale before they go back to $98 on August 8.

Spanx Faux Leather Leggings $64.90

Buy Now

If you’re not obsessed with the moto style, don’t worry. There are actually a few other faux leather leggings discounted options to shop on Nordstrom’s Anniversary Sale right now, but only if you act fast. Read on for our top Spanx leather leggings picks and get ready to fall in love with 2021’s most comfortably-chic bottoms.

Courtesy of Halogen.

Halogen Faux Leather Leggings — $21 Off

Stock up on all your vegan leather essentials now before fall officially arrives!

Faux Leather Leggings $38.90

Buy Now

Courtesy of Blank NYC.

Blank NYC Night Walks Faux Leather Leggings — $29 Off

These chic vegan leather leggings are an excellent dupe for the Spanxs.

Blank NYC Faux Leather Leggings $38.90

Buy Now

How To Make Sangarita, The Boozy Lovechild Of Margaritas & Sangria

When I’m perusing a cocktail menu in the summertime, two drinks always catch my eye without fail: sangria and margaritas. The only trouble? Deciding between the soft fruit flavors of the former and the lip-smacking tartness that only tequila and lime can guarantee. As it turns out, I never have to make this troubling decision again, thanks to a magical little concoction called a “sangarita.”

With the potency of a marg and the juicy, easy drinking quality of sangria, it’s got everything you need for a fun evening—and it goes down dangerously smooth. The beautiful thing about a sangarita is that there are endless ways to make it, depending on your preferences. You can use white or red wine, a wide variety of different fruits, juices and purees and serve it on the rocks or frozen.

It’s also super food-friendly—while you can pair a sangarita with almost anything, Chesapeake Bartenders co-owner Courtney Smith, suggests enjoying one with chips and guac, spicy tapas dishes, smoked meats or tacos. I’ll have a tall order of them all, thanks.

Whether you’re planning a backyard barbecue, roof deck hang or an epic solo night in, here are four different sangarita recipes you’ll want to whip up pronto. Feel free to try them all and let me know your favorite.

 

Frozen White Sangarita

Courtesy of Rebecca Strong.

Date night prep? This recipe by Courtney Smith, co-owner of Chesapeake Bartenders, serves two.

Ingredients

• 1/3 can limeade (frozen from concentrate)
• .25 cup orange juice (ideally fresh-squeezed)
• 4 oz silver tequila
• 2 oz triple sec (or Grand Marnier)
• 1 cup white wine
• Salt (for rimming)

Tools

• Blender

Instructions

1. Fill your blender 3/4 of the way with ice.
2. Add limeade, orange juice, tequila, triple sec and wine.
3. Blend until smooth. Always aim for more ice than liquid to achieve the perfect consistency.
4. Dip the rim of your glass in a bowl of lime juice, triple sec, or water, and then onto a plate of salt.
5. Pour the sangarita into your glass and serve immediately.

Tips

• Ingredients can be doubled to make four servings.
• While any white wine will do, a light, citrusy varietal that’s lower in sugar, like Pinot Grigio, is best. Kim Crawford’s Illuminate Sauvignon Blanc is dry, bright, lower in alcohol and brimming with zippy acidity.
• A 100 percent blue agave tequila, like Milagro Silver, lends unparalleled smoothness to this recipe.
• If you want a sweeter beverage, add more limeade and a dash of agave.
• Prefer a stronger taste profile? Try swapping out the tequila for mezcal, its smoky cousin. 

Rosérita

Courtesy of Rebecca Strong.

Having a party? This recipe by Cassandra Pease, Beverage Director of Bar Business Magazine, serves 10.

Ingredients

• 2 cups cubed watermelon
• 1 medium cucumber, peeled and diced
• 1 cup fresh lime juice
• .25 cup Agave nectar (to taste)
• .25 cup orange liqueur
• 1 cup silver tequila
• 1 bottle rosé
• 2 limes (for serving)
• Watermelon triangles (for serving)
• 1 cup blueberries (for serving)
• 1 cup mandarin oranges (for serving)
  

Tools

• Blender
• Pitcher
• Strainer

Instructions

1. Blend the watermelon and cucumber with half of the fresh lime juice until it becomes a purée.
2. Using a strainer, pour the watermelon juice into a large pitcher, making sure to keep the pulp and seeds out.
3. Pour the remaining lime juice, tequila and wine into the pitcher, stir to combine.
4. Add agave nectar to taste.
5. Add your desired fruit garnishes (Recommended: blueberries, mandarin oranges, and lime wheels).
6. Refrigerate the pitcher for at least an hour before serving in a wine glass over ice.

 

Traditional Sangarita

Courtesy of Juan Carlos Ruiz.

Going solo? This recipe by Volcán de Mi Tierra Ambassador Juan Carlos Ruiz serves one.

Ingredients

• 1.5 oz Volcan Blanco tequila 
• 0.5 cup light red wine (like pinot noir)
• 1 oz agave syrup 
• 1 oz fresh-squeezed lime juice 
• Dash of Tajín and chamoy sauce
• Splash of orange juice
• Splash of Sprite
• Small handful frozen grapes, sliced red apples and frozen blueberries

Tools

• Boston shaker

Instructions

1. Add all ingredients except fruit to a shaker with ice, and shake until chilled.
2. Pour into a glass and stir in the fruit.

 

Berry Hibiscus Sangarita

Courtesy of Omar Torres.

Like it extra-fruity? ​​This recipe by Omar Torres, Bartender and Food & Beverage Director at Bonsai at Hilton Pensacola Beach, serves 10.

Ingredients

• 1 lb blackberries, blueberries, and raspberries
• 8 oz pomegranate seeds
• 6 oz lime juice
• 12 oz silver tequila
• 1 bottle rosé
• 3 oz agave nectar
• 1 orange
• Hibiscus flowers (for garnishes)
  

Tools

• Cutting board
• Strainer
• Pitcher or decanter

Instructions

1. Place all ingredients into a pitcher or decanter.
2. Stir and let sit for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator.
3. Strain the mixture into coupe glasses and top with hibiscus flowers.
   

Tips

• This drink pairs well with seafood—particularly grouper or snapper from the Gulf of Mexico.
• For depth and complexity of flavor, Casamigos tequila and Cloud Chaser Côtes de Provence rosé are recommended.

 

 

Red Sangarita

Courtesy of Tempus.

If you’re not into white wine, this recipe by Drew Lucido, Beverage Director at Tempus in St. Louis, serves one.

Ingredients

• .75 oz Lime Juice
• .5 oz Pierre Ferrand Dry Curacao
• 1.5 oz L.N. Mattei Cap Corse Rouge (or other fortified red wine)
• .5 oz reposado tequila
• 4 Raspberries
• 4 Blackberries 
• A pinch of salt
  

Tools

• Cocktail shaker
• Hawthorne strainer
• Fine strainer

Instructions

1. Place all ingredients into the large portion of the cocktail shaker, saving one blackberry and raspberry for a garnish.
2. Add ice to the shaker, put on the lid and close it securely.
3. Shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds until well chilled.
4. Double strain the liquid into a double rocks glass filled with ice.
5. Garnish with a blackberry and raspberry.
   

Tips

• This drink would pair well with spicy food, tacos, or BBQ.
• If you don’t have a fortified wine on hand, you can use regular red. Spanish reds that are bold, fruity, and low in tannins (like grenache and tempranillo) are best.

 

There’s a ‘Nightmare Before Christmas’ Advent Calendar—& It Comes With Sally & Jack Skellington Stickers

Twas a long time ago, longer now than it seems, that Jack Skellington graced our screens—but now, there’s a Nightmare Before Christmas advent calendar to enjoy all season ’round!

The Nightmare Before Christmas Official Advent Calendar: Ghoulish Delights was created by Insight Editions—the same brand behind other holiday collectibles and advent calendars for Friends, Marvel, Star Wars, Harry Potter, and more. This calendar contains 25 days of ghoulish gifts, ranging from mini books, note cards, ornaments and stickers of Halloweentown’s very own Pumpkin King and more. Fans of the Tim Burton classic will especially enjoy the entertaining surprises included in the Nightmare Before Christmas advent calendar, like trivia and behind-the-scenes facts about characters from Jack Skellington and Sally, to Zero the ghost dog. This advent calendar is also reusable, which means fans can display it as a Christmas (or Halloween) decoration for years to come.

The Nightmare Before Christmas Official Advent Calendar: Ghoulish Delights is available for pre-order on Amazon and will be released on September 14, 2021. But don’t wait too long to order! Like other Insight Edition advent calendars, the Nightmare Before Christmas advent calendar is likely to sell out well before its official release, so we recommend that you pre-order this Nightmare Before Christmas holiday item ahead of time.

Nightmare Before Christmas Advent Calendar

Nightmare Before Christmas: Official… $26.99

Buy Now

Image: Insight Kids.

Nightmare Before Christmas: Official… $26.99

Buy Now

Along with the Nightmare Before Christmas advent calendar, Insight Editions also has other collectible Halloweentown-themed items such as The Nightmare Before Christmas Tarot Deck and Guidebook—a fully illustrated 78-card deck and a helpful guidebook explaining each card’s meaning—and the 2020 edition of The Nightmare Before Christmas Advent Calendar, that opens up into a pop-up tree that even the Pumpkin King would be proud of. This advent calendar features an additional 25 ornaments, including skeleton reindeer to man-eating wreaths!

The Nightmare Before Christmas Official Advent Calendar: Ghoulish Delights is available on Amazon.

Our mission at STYLECASTER is to bring style to the people, and we only feature products we think you’ll love as much as we do. Please note that if you purchase something by clicking on a link within this story, we may receive a small commission of the sale.

Here’s How to Watch ‘Jungle Cruise’ for Less, So You Don’t Miss This Summer’s Best Adventure Flick

Those looking for another family-friendly summer blockbuster may want to know if there’s a way to watch Jungle Cruise online for free. There is—but you’ll have to be patient.

Watch 'Jungle Cruise' $7.99+

Buy Now

Jungle Cruise, which premiered on July 30, 2021, on both Disney+ and in theaters, stars fan favorites Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson and Emily Blunt as shipmaster Frank Wolff and researcher Dr. Lily Houghton. Together, the pair embark on a wild adventure down the Amazon river in search of an ancient healing tree—one that may change the course of medicine itself. Of course, the journey there is far from easy. The pair encounters countless challenges along the way, from supernatural foes to nature’s many dangers, making for one of the summer’s most entertaining adventure films yet.

How to watch Jungle Cruise online

Watch 'Jungle Cruise' on Disney Plus… $29.99+

Buy Now

So, is there a way for fans to watch Jungle Cruise online if they don’t want to go to the movie theaters? Not unlike Mulan, Raya and the Last Dragon, Cruella, and other Disney Plus blockbusters, Jungle Cruise is available to stream immediately on Disney Plus with Premiere Access. To watch Jungle Cruise online, you need to be a Disney Plus subscriber and sign up for Premiere Access, which costs $29.99. Keep in mind that this fee comes with unlimited viewings of Jungle Cruise, making it a pretty good deal versus watching it once in theaters.

For those who don’t have a Disney Plus subscription, you can sign up at either $7.99 per month or $79.99 per year, which saves customers about $16. Disney Plus also offers a Disney Bundle, which comes with Disney Plus, Hulu and ESPN+ subscriptions at just $13.99 per month, saving customers around $5 compared to having to subscribe to each service individually. (Essentially, it’s like having Hulu for free!)

How to watch Jungle Cruise online for free

There is a way to watch Jungle Cruise online for free—but you may have to wait. Jungle Cruise will be available to stream for regular Disney Plus subscribers on November 12, 2021, which is about three months following its theatrical release and Premiere Access debut. Those who can don’t mind waiting will be able to save $29.99. If you don’t have Disney Plus yet, read on ahead for some ways to get a free Disney Plus account in time to watch Jungle Cruise online.

Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Free Trial

Watch 'Jungle Cruise' on Disney Plus $7.99+

Buy Now

Xbox Game Pass users with new or existing “Ultimate” tier subscriptions are eligible to claim a 30-day free trial offer with Disney Plus as of June 2021. Microsoft announced the perk to coincide with the premiere of Loki on Disney Plus following an earlier offer in November 2020 in honor of the second season of The Mandalorian.

Though the previous offer expired in January 2021, Microsoft decided to partner with Disney Plus again—and the good news is that this perk is available for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members whether or not they claimed the previous Disney+ Perk. To claim it, all you need is an “Ultimate” tier Xbox Game Pass subscription (priced at $14.99 per month), which gives you access to the perks gallery on an Xbox console, the Xbox app on a Windows PC, or the Xbox Game Pass mobile app on iOS and Android.

After claiming the perk, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate users will be directed to Disney Plus to activate their 30-day free trial. But this offer doesn’t last forever! Members will only be able to claim and activate the trial from June 8, 2021, until September 30, 2021, so we suggest you act sooner rather than later. Keep in mind that the 30-day free trial will also be set to auto-renew your subscription, so be sure to cancel your Disney Plus membership before your free trial period is over if you don’t want to pay an extra $7.99 a month.

Verizon Unlimited Free Subscription

Watch 'Jungle Cruise' on Disney Plus $7.99+

Buy Now

If you’re a Verizon customer (or know someone who is), Verizon offers free Disney Plus subscription with its Unlimited plans (a.k.a. Get More Unlimited, Play More Unlimited, Verizon Plan Unlimited, Go Unlimited, Beyond Unlimited and Above Unlimited.) If you have one of these plans, you can sign-up for a free six-month Disney+ subscription (which saves you about $42.) Click here for Verizon’s FAQ on how to sign up for its free Disney+ subscription.

Verizon customers with Get More Unlimited and Play More Unlimited plans are also eligible for their Disney Bundle, which offers not only a free Disney Plus subscription for as long as you have your Verizon plan, but also free Hulu and ESPN+ subscriptions too, which saves viewers about $12.99 per month. Click here for Verizon’s FAQ on how to sign up for its Disney Bundle. So there you have it—a way to watch Disney Plus for free.

Amazon Music Unlimited Free Subscription

Watch 'Jungle Cruise' With Amazon Music… $7.99

Buy Now

New Amazon Music Unlimited subscribers can receive a free six-month subscription to Disney Plus. Current Amazon Music Unlimited Subscribers are also eligible for a free three-month subscription to Disney Plus. Amazon Music Unlimited offers a 30-day free trial and costs $7.99 per month for Amazon Prime Members—which is the same monthly rate as Disney Plus. This means that customers can receive both an Amazon Music Unlimited subscription and a Disney Plus subscription for less than $4 each.

Not an Amazon Prime Member? Amazon Prime also offers a 30-day free trial, so customers can sign up for the free trial and subscribe to Amazon Music Unlimited for the cheaper price. If you’re a student, you can also receive a free six-month trial of Amazon Prime, as well as an Amazon Music Unlimited subscription for just 99 cents per month. Click here for more on how to sign up for Amazon Music’s Disney Plus deal.

Jungle Cruise is available to stream on Disney+ with Premiere Access.

Our mission at STYLECASTER is to bring style to the people, and we only feature products we think you’ll love as much as we do. Please note that if you purchase something by clicking on a link within this story, we may receive a small commission of the sale.

 

 

 

 

Here’s What ‘Selling Sunset’s Mary Really Thinks of Chrishell Dating Her Ex Jason

After news broke that her Selling Sunset co-stars started dating, Mary Fitzgerald reacted to Jason Oppenheim and Chrishell Stause‘s relationship. Mary, who dated Jason on and off before the Netflix reality TV show began, is actually “over the moon” about the fact that the Oppenheim Group co-founder is now dating her fellow realtor, Chrishell.

“I couldn’t be more excited for them! They are both two of my closest and dearest friends, so I’m over the moon that they’re together and make each other so happy,” the Mary, 41, told People on Friday, July 30, just days after Chrishell, 40, and Jason, 44, announced their relationship. “Now Romain and I have our closest friends as a couple to double date with,” the real estate agent added, referring to her husband Romain Bonnet, whom she married in 2019. “I’m elated!”

In her interview with People, the Selling Sunset star also revealed why she thinks her ex Jason and colleague Chrishell have a great future together. “I think Jason is in a different place now than when we dated, and he’s now ready to commit,” she explained. “They are also just an incredible match for each other! Jason and I have a very special bond and friendship, but they have chemistry that is meant for more than just friendship.”

Mary’s reaction comes just days after her coworker Chrishell shared a series of photos with her Selling Sunset co-stars from a group trip to Italy. Both Mary and her husband Romain were featured in the flicks, along with Oppenheim Group cofounder Brett Oppenheim and his girlfriend Tina Louise. But Chrishell’s last two photos in the gallery contained a surprise for fans.

In one pic, the Dancing With the Stars alum is seen kissing her boss Jason on his head, while the final photo shows him nuzzling against her neck. “The JLo effect,” Chrishell captioned the photos, seemingly referencing Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck‘s summer of romance.

Source: Instagram

Jason, for his part, left a red heart emoji in the comments before confirming their relationship in a statement via Us Weekly. “Chrishell and I became close friends and it has developed into an amazing relationship,” he told the site on Wednesday. “I care about her deeply and we’re very happy together.” And now, the pair even has Mary’s stamp of approval! It doesn’t get better than that.

 

Zoom Is Dead, But I’m Not Giving Up My Statement Jewelry

2020 was the year I stopped seeing friends in person and started wearing jewelry. Those two things might not seem to correlate at first, but something about communicating exclusively via Zoom and FaceTime left me with a newfound appreciation for all that glittered. Whether I was rocking my everyday diamond studs or something more playful from Kendra Scott’s summer collection, the opportunity to flex a tiny bit of fashion on the small screen became one of the highlights of my day.

I know I’m not the only one who spends the majority of a Zoom call looking at myself. Call me vain, but it’s impossible not to do it! In person, I’m a big fan of an appropriate amount of eye contact, but the rules do not apply when it comes to blurry Zoom calls, so I usually ended up listening to my friends and subconsciously staring on my own face.

At first, this virtual reflection always looked a bit lackluster. It wasn’t until I started really leaning into accessories that I felt like myself on Zoom, during meetings with co-workers and happy hours with friends (that is, on the occasions when I bothered to turn on the camera at all).

Whereas I’d normally show up to a social gathering in a statement-making outfit, few Zoomers were concerned with my neck-down attire, so investing in earrings, necklaces and the like proved better purchases.

I mean, I couldn’t spend all my money on tie-dye sweatsuits, right?

Courtesy of Bella Gerard.

Splurging on and experimenting with jewelry was the highlight of my summer—and even though Zoom is essentially dead, my love for accessorizing will live on. Maximalist, statement-making pieces have wormed their way into my heart and I’m happy to report that they look as good IRL as they do on-screen.

Below, I’ve rounded up a few of the key pieces I’ve been looking to as of late, all from Kendra Scott’s Tropicália collection, available on the brand’s site now. Even if you never find yourself on a Zoom call again, I can guarantee you’ll find reasons to layer up and show these pieces off.

Our mission at STYLECASTER is to bring style to the people, and we only feature products we think you’ll love as much as we do. Please note that if you purchase something by clicking on a link within this story, we may receive a small commission of the sale.

Courtesy of Kendra Scott.

Savannah Drop Earrings in Gold

These under-$100 sculptural florals have replaced understated studs for me. I wear them on an almost daily basis (and if you want to up the ante, they come even bigger, too).

Savannah Drop Earrings $78

Buy Now

Courtesy of Kendra Scott.

Savannah Collar Necklace in Gold

When my usual dainty gold chains didn’t cut it, this molten collar necklace did the trick.

Savannah Collar Necklace $158

Buy Now

 

Courtesy of Kendra Scott.

Savannah Statement Earrings in Matte Mauve

If full-on gold isn’t your thing, these dreamy florals are for you. They’re basically wearable art.

Savannah Statement Earrings $118

Buy Now

 

Courtesy of Kendra Scott.

Savannah Cuff Bracelet in Gold

This coordinating cuff bracelet ensures your wrist looks chic for a happy hour cheers (virtual or IRL).

Savannah Cuff Bracelet $78

Buy Now

 

The Hottest Skin Care Devices to Shop from the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale

Since you’re probably not getting a facial anytime soon, the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale’s skincare tools are the perfect way to get your face in check. Whether you’re feeling dry and dehydrated, congested and breakout-prone or just dull, these skincare tools will brighten you up in no time. Or maybe you’re looking to tone up your face and body. Well, there are microcurrent tools for that too. Really, what doesn’t this sale have?

The Nordstrom Anniversary sale officially runs from July 28 – August 8. Nordy Club Cardmembers shop are all shopping now, though. It’s a lot like Sephora’s VIB sale in terms of cardmember status and date of shopping. Items do sell out so if you have your eye on something specific, mark your calendar and jump online to secure your item. There are dozens of products to choose from but we got you started with a handful of favorites, below. And don’t forget to check out even more beauty deals here.

Our mission at STYLECASTER is to bring style to the people, and we only feature products we think you’ll love as much as we do. Please note that if you purchase something by clicking on a link within this story, we may receive a small commission of the sale.

NuFace.

Advanced Facial Toning Kit — $140 Off

Go big with this multi-solution contouring set and the full-size Facial Toning Device.

Trinity Facial Toning Kit $199

Buy Now

Image: Dermaflash.

Dermaflash One Lilac Exfoliation & Peach Fuzz Removal Device — $46 Off

Remove dead skin cells and unwanted peach fuzz. This set includes a Dermaflash One Device, four Dermaflash edges, PreFlash cleanser, PostFlash Moisturizer and the charging base.

Fuzz Removal Device $99

Buy Now

Image: Riki Loves Riki.

Riki Loves Riki Riki Skinny Lighted Mirror — $80 Off

While not skincare exactly, you’ll be able to see every pore with this luxe lit mirror. It connects to your phone for all the hands-free selfies and TikToks videos.

Riki Skinny Lighted Mirror $130 (was $205)

Buy Now

Image: Nordstrom.

NuFace NuBody Skin Toning Device Set — $139 Off

This FDA-cleared at-home microcurrent body toning device aims to reduce the appearance of cellulite, as well as tone and firm the skin.

Toning Device Set $267.33

Buy Now