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Erin's Birthday Surprise From Ben Laurel Mercantile

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In celebration of Erin's birthday on August 30th, we're reflecting on some of Ben's most thoughtful gifts over the years. On Erin's 26th birthday, Ben showered Erin with a plethora of meaningful gifts, like a book with a handwritten note on the first page. In 2014, he planned a day trip to New Orleans with their best friends, Mallorie and Jim. We can't forget his yearly tradition of fetching Erin's favorite breakfast on her special morning. Read More...

Judge Quotes Taylor Swift in Responding to Lawsuit

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A California judge pulled from her musical knowledge, quoting a Taylor Swift song in denying Metallica's insurance lawsuit related to a string of 2020 cancellations in South America. Metallica had sought a legal ruling when their insurance policy with Lloyd's of London did not cover their losses for canceling six dates in 2020 due to COVID restrictions for travel. The insurance company had stated that there was a clear exclusion in their contract for any losses accrued from " Read More...

Katie Holmes wears studded denim trench coat

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It's official: there's no such thing as too much denim. The renaissance of the utilitarian textile in all its forms — brought back in the form of a cowboy suit by Beyoncé, a Y2K skort by Taylor Swift, and in a '90s midi skirt by Gisele Bündchen — has led us here, to Katie Holmes’ statement-making denim trench coat. The actress stepped out this week in New York City in a look that was true to her minimalist style, but sprinkled with wildly interesting staples. Read More...