FENTY x PUMA Unveil 'Smurfs'-Inspired Collection Featuring Apparel and Avanti Sneakers

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FENTYandPUMAhave just unveiled their latest collaboration, drawing inspiration from the whimsical world of theSmurfs. The collection celebratesRihanna'supcoming role as Smurfette in the newSmurfsfilm, set to release on July 18 — blending her fashion-forward sensibilities with the beloved blue universe. The result is a playful yet stylish capsule that brings animated nostalgia to the world of streetwear.
The capsule includes six new apparel items — two of which are matching sets — that blend streetwear aesthetics with animated nostalgia. A standout from the collection is the knit sweater, featuring Smurfette's iconic mushroom-shaped house front and center. Rendered in a relaxed silhouette, the sweater fuses whimsical graphics with modern streetwear appeal. It's paired with knitted sweatpants in the same mustard yellow base, accented by pastel pink and blue details for a cohesive and colorful look.
No Fenty x PUMA launch is complete without a standout sneaker and this drop delivers with theAvantireimagined in a 'Slate Sky' colorway. The sneaker features a powder blue denim upper with darker denim overlays that runs along the sides and heel. A bold red jaguar logo with white polka dots — reminiscent of a mushroom — is stamped on the heel tab, framed by white embroidered stitching. A fold-over tongue showcases the FENTY x PUMA logo, while a gold embroidered FENTY emblem sits subtly below. Each pair includes a detachable silver Smurfette charm — a collectible touch that ties the entire theme together. The sneakers arrive in a custom box styled after Smurfette's mushroom home, complete with Smurf-themed tissue wrap showcasing their Parisian escapade.
The full collection is now available onPUMA's website, with the Avanti sneaker priced at $120 USD and apparel ranging from $50 to $180 USD.

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Target's Fourth of July sale brings the red, white and blue

New York Post

3 hours ago

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Target's Fourth of July sale brings the red, white and blue

New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you click or buy through our links. Featured pricing is subject to change. The Fourth of July is fast approaching, and although these items will arrive after the Fourth, we feel you should let your patriotism shine all year long. Target brings the red, white and blue, along with discounts on other summer favorites, so families can celebrate in style while on budget. Whether you're looking for Americana swimwear, party supplies, decor, or themed pool toys, Target has you covered. From red, white and blue sandals for kids and adults, to American flag sweaters and bathing suits, Target is bringing the fun with newness and value that sparks inspiration for all things summer. They also have special discounts available for verified members of the military, veterans and family members! Scroll down to see a few of our favorite picks from Target's affordable, on-trend collection, and head straight to Target for many more patriotic favorites. Want more? Check out the other Fourth of July sales happening right now! Best of Target's Fourth of July Sale This American-flag-themed bandeau top is great for summer! Reviewers share that it comes with removable straps and cups that are true to size. Currently 20% off. The matching bikini bottom is also 20% off for just $12.00. It can also be paired with a solid red, white or blue bikini top. Some reviewers note this is a bit on the 'cheeky' side, meaning more exposure, so if that's not your style, sizing up might be best. Bandeau not your style? A patriotic string bikini is also available for 20% off. It has removable cups, a tieable back, and a very stylish ring in its center. Don't worry, men, we didn't forget about you. These red, white and blue trunks are on sale for 30% off, and offer UPF 50+ rated protection. They also have front and back pockets, but we strongly suggest not placing your phone inside while taking a dip! Show your love for Team USA and save $13.00 on this classic varsity-style tee shirt that gives off a vintage vibe. Target How cute is this dress from Cat & Jack? Made from cotton-recycled polyester blend fabric, we love its star print and easy fit. It also has a one-sided pocket — perfect for your little one's favorite toy! Target Don't leave the baby out. This baby Americana striped short romper features a Henley neck, sweet front buttons and a very convenient front snap crotch for quick diaper changes. Target Nothing feels sweeter than the taste of freedom — besides the feel of this cotton t-shirt that is. Featuring a retro-style popsicle on its front, it will quickly become one of your favorite tops. Not a flag item, but great to know for summer fun and barbecues: from now until July 21, there is a $2.00 coupon shoppers can use on one Kingsford charcoal or pellets bag (12+ pounds) or Boosters (2 pounds). Save on grilling all season! Looking for a headline-worthy haul? Keep shopping Post Wanted. For over 200 years, the New York Post has been America's go-to source for bold news, engaging stories, in-depth reporting, and now, insightful shopping guidance. We're not just thorough reporters – we sift through mountains of information, test and compare products, and consult experts on any topics we aren't already schooled specialists in to deliver useful, realistic product recommendations based on our extensive and hands-on analysis. Here at The Post, we're known for being brutally honest – we clearly label partnership content, and whether we receive anything from affiliate links, so you always know where we stand. We routinely update content to reflect current research and expert advice, provide context (and wit) and ensure our links work. Please note that deals can expire, and all prices are subject to change.

Chanel Opens an Outdoor Theater at the Louvre

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Elle

Chanel Opens an Outdoor Theater at the Louvre

Culture Watch is a new series spotlighting the intersection of fashion and art, bringing you the latest must-see exhibitions, pop-ups, installations, and more. Summer is the perfect season for gallery-hopping and enriching your cultural horizons. This month, immerse yourself in the best of the arts, starting with Chanel's open-air cinema beneath the stars at the Louvre. Then, witness fashion history in the making as one of the world's most iconic handbags goes under the hammer at Sotheby's. From now until July 5, you can relax under the Parisian stars and enjoy an outdoor film screening at the Louvre, courtesy of Chanel. This year's Festival Cinéma Paradiso Louvre kicked off with a screening of The Virgin Suicides by Sofia Coppola and will be followed by In the Mood for Love by Wong Kar-Wai, Twin Peaks: Fire Walk With Me by David Lynch, and The Secret Agent by Kleber Mendonça Filho. Tickets are free and available through a lottery here. The white whale of collectible bags is up for sale. On July 10, Sotheby's will auction Jane Birkin's original Birkin bag. The design was initially created due to a chance encounter on a flight between Birkin and Jean-Louis Dumas, the then-artistic director of Hermès, transforming handbags forever. The Birkin is scheduled as Lot 8 and bidding will begin at approximately 10:10 A.M. ET. You can watch the live auction here.

35-year-old American moved to Chengdu and lives on $30,000 a year: "[It's] poverty in America, but in China I'm living large'

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35-year-old American moved to Chengdu and lives on $30,000 a year: "[It's] poverty in America, but in China I'm living large'

In her late 20s, Aleese Lightyear worked in reality TV production and lived in New York City, which she thought was her dream. "At the height of my career in New York, I was probably making $100,000 a year [and] working eight months out of the year, which on paper sounds great, but New York City is one of the world's most expensive cities, so that $100,000 went extremely fast," Lightyear tells CNBC Make It. "I was spending all of my money going out and buying clothes so that I could be trendy and feel like I was living in the 'Sex and the City' New York City dream." As her 30th birthday approached, Lightyear realized she was still working 70 to 80 hours a week, but didn't have any retirement savings. And because she was a freelancer, she didn't have benefits or health insurance. "I should have been saving for those things. I was living check to check, which sucked. My last few years living and working in New York City were some of the most stressful years of my life," she says. "I came up with this idea that I wanted to leave New York because I was tired of working 70 hours a week for ten years. Being in my 20s, I felt like a 50-year-old woman." One day, Lightyear woke up and searched, "How do I make money and travel the world?" The first result was about teaching English. After speaking with a coworker who had taught in South Korea, Lightyear began researching what it would entail to teach overseas with no prior experience. "I kind of put that on pause because I just wasn't sure if that was right for me. It took me about two years to make the decision that I wanted to become a teacher," she says. "Google told me I just needed a TEFL certificate to teach English to foreign language learners, so I enrolled." Lightyear completed a 13-week program to earn her Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) certification, initially setting her sights on South America. She quickly changed course, however, deciding that if she was going to leave her life in New York behind, she would go as far as possible. "If I'm going to move all the way across the world, I better go to the furthest country that I know absolutely nothing about and have a full adventure, and China just seemed like pure adventure, fun, excitement, and great money," Lightyear says. "I'm someone who has traveled a lot but I'd never been to Asia before, so I didn't really know what to expect and to be honest, my first few days were just a huge blur because there was so much culture shock." Lightyear, 31 at the time, made her official move to Beijing, China in 2019 — and she hasn't looked back. She lived in the Chinese capital for four years before moving to Chengdu, where she is a teacher at a university. Lightyear works 18 hours a week, four days a week and has a yearly salary of about $30,000 USD. "$30,000 a year is poverty in America but in China, I'm living large," she says. Her typical work week is entirely different than it was in New York. In China, she works Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, offering two to three classes a day. Some of her benefits include free health insurance, a travel stipend, a rent stipend, a flight allowance and two months of paid summer and winter vacation. Lightyear took a pay cut when she left her job in Beijing for one in Chengdu. But her life in Beijing had started to feel too similar to her time in NYC, so she has no regrets. "I didn't move all the way across the world to work as much as I did in New York," she says. "My current work-life balance is a dream. I'm able to have time to do so many different hobbies, to take the time to actually learn the language and to do whatever I want when I want, and that feels amazing. I just feel so lucky and happy to be able to have so much time to myself." In Chengdu, Lightyear lives in a pre-furnished three-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment with a balcony and laundry room. Because of the rent stipend she gets, Lightyear only has to pay $278 a month for her accommodations. Lightyear supplements her income as a teacher with content creation and an active YouTube channel. Both of those things allow her to save up to $1,000 a month. It's something she was never able to do living in the U.S. Now that she's been living in China for over five years, Lightyear says when she visits the U.S., she experiences reverse culture shock. She's almost always having to explain to friends, family and strangers why her life now is so much better there than it was before. "For the typical American, there is a lot of confusion and misinformation about what life is truly like in China, but I feel completely safe as a woman, as a woman of color, being independent, doing anything. I feel very at ease in this country," she says. Though she feels comfortable in China, Lightyear says that because the country is so homogeneous, as a person of color she "sticks out like a sore thumb," and it does bother her at times. "I probably cannot go an hour being outside without someone pointing at me and saying, in Chinese, 'there's a black person, look, there's a foreigner," she says. "If I'm going to a touristy spot, the amount of people who take photos of me while I'm not looking or will ask me to take photos, then next thing I know, there's a line of people who want to take photos with me." Despite those uncomfortable moments and the time it's taken to adjust to Chinese culture, Lightyear says her self-confidence has skyrocketed. "I still face a lot of challenges [and] there are so many things I still have no idea about, and in the very beginning, that was the hardest part," she says. "You know the saying that if you can make it in New York, you can make it anywhere? Well, throw that away and apply it to China. If you can make it in China, you can truly make it anywhere. I feel fearless and like there's nothing I can't do." 0.14