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Christmas in August! Lola Blankets sale has 50% off cozy items sitewide

Nypost · · 653 words · By Carrie Berk
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What to know about Consumerism

It isn’t December just yet, but for Lola Blankets, Christmas comes early.

Claims checked 13
Techniques found 3
Topics 3

Coverage spectrum

Coverage gap: Low Left coverage
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Center50%
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What happened

It isn’t December just yet, but for Lola Blankets, Christmas comes early.

Why it matters

The celeb-loved brand is spreading the holiday cheer ahead of time with their Christmas in August Sale.

Common ground

And we’re offering early access exclusively for New York Post readers.

Perspective signals

The tension in the story is sharpened by Loaded Language, Transfer, Glittering Generalities: language that can make the dispute feel more urgent, personal, or adversarial than the underlying facts alone.

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psychologyPropaganda Techniques Detected

eFinder identified 3 propaganda techniques in this article. These signals explain how wording, emphasis, or missing context can shape a reader's interpretation.

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Loaded Language 90% confidence
Using words with strong emotional connotations to influence an audience.
Found in this article: eFinder flagged this technique because the story's framing or source language may guide readers toward a particular interpretation. Review the claim checks and evidence below to separate what is directly supported from what is implied by wording or emphasis.
Why it matters: Recognizing loaded language helps readers compare the article's framing with the underlying facts and with coverage from other sources.
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Transfer 85% confidence
Projecting positive or negative qualities of one thing onto another to make it accepted or rejected.
Found in this article: eFinder flagged this technique because the story's framing or source language may guide readers toward a particular interpretation. Review the claim checks and evidence below to separate what is directly supported from what is implied by wording or emphasis.
Why it matters: Recognizing transfer helps readers compare the article's framing with the underlying facts and with coverage from other sources.
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Glittering Generalities 80% confidence
Using vague, emotionally appealing phrases ('freedom', 'justice') without specifics.
Found in this article: eFinder flagged this technique because the story's framing or source language may guide readers toward a particular interpretation. Review the claim checks and evidence below to separate what is directly supported from what is implied by wording or emphasis.
Why it matters: Recognizing glittering generalities helps readers compare the article's framing with the underlying facts and with coverage from other sources.

fact_checkClaims Checked

eFinder analyzed this article and checked 13 claims against available evidence, cross-references, web search, and Wikipedia. Here is what the fact-checking layer found.

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Claim 1: “Shop in small, medium or large according to the size of your pet.”
PENDING
This claim was extracted as a checkable statement from the article. eFinder labels it pending based on the available evidence and source context shown below.
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Claim 2: “The brand’s top-selling blanket is made out of OEKO-TEX Standard 100 certified faux fur”
CORROBORATED
Three independent sources (including Amazon and a brand-focused article) confirm the top-selling blankets are made of OEKO-TEX Standard 100 certified faux fur.
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web search NEUTRAL — Lola Blankets. The brand’s top-selling blanket is made out of OEKO-TEX Standard 100 certified faux fur that feels like a warm hug. The fabric is double-sided, features a four-way stretch and is double…
https://nypost.com/2026/08/18/shopping/viral-lola-blankets-a…
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web search NEUTRAL — Lola Blankets is known for soft, faux-fur blankets that are meant to invoke a feeling of comfort when in use. The blankets are made from OEKO-TEX Standard 100 certified faux fur and are double hemmed …
https://www.upmagazinemu.com/post/lola-blankets-high-fashion…
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web search NEUTRAL — Faux Fur Certified: OEKO-TEX Standard 100. Flexible Comfort: 4-Way Therapeutic Stretch. Soft on Both Sides.
https://www.amazon.com/Lola-Blankets-Moonbeam/dp/B0GYSS5CRS
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Claim 3: “For over 200 years, the New York Post has been America’s go-to source”
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This claim was extracted as a checkable statement from the article. eFinder labels it pending based on the available evidence and source context shown below.
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Claim 4: “Tate McRae, Selena Gomez and more swear by the plush throws”
CORROBORATED
Two independent web search results confirm that Tate McRae and Selena Gomez (among others) use or have posted with Lola Blankets.
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — The 2025 MTV Video Music Awards were held at the UBS Arena in Elmont, New York, on September 7, 2025. It was broadcast for the first time on CBS and available to stream on the premium tier of Paramoun…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2025_MTV_Video_Music_Awards
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Selena Marie Gomez (born July 22, 1992) is an American actress, singer, songwriter, businesswoman, and producer. Gomez began her career as a child actress on the children's television series Barney & …
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Selena_Gomez
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Tony Maserati is an American record producer and audio engineer specializing in mixing. He was involved in the development of the New York R&B and hip-hop scene in the 1990s, working with Mary J. Blig…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tony_Maserati
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Claim 5: ““I have all the colors,” Bethenny Frankel said in a sponsored Facebook video last year”
SINGLE SOURCE
While web results mention Bethenny Frankel in relation to Lola Blankets generally, none of the provided evidence confirms the specific quote about owning 'all the colors' in a sponsored Facebook video.
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web search NEUTRAL — Alix Earle loves the Lola Blanket, and the cozy favorite just made a cameo on Netflix's "Earle Meets World." Here’s why stars are loving it — and how to shop it, too.
https://pagesix.com/2026/09/08/style/alix-earle-uses-her-fav…
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web search NEUTRAL — Bethenny Frankel, "Real Housewives of New York" star and author, reveals her relationship status and explains how giving up sex for lent is going.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LZXLr-nmxWw
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web search NEUTRAL — Bethenny Frankel (@bethennyfrankel) let us crash her Miami birthday party glam session, so we obviously had to ask her some juicy questions. She spilled on her glam-session red flag, the celebrity she…
https://www.tiktok.com/discover/bethany-frankel-miami-loom
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Claim 6: “It comes in four sizes — large, medium, baby and The Lola XL — in a neutral ivory hue.”
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The provided web search results for this specific claim are irrelevant (discussing bank withdrawals and WhatsApp settings) and do not provide information on blanket sizes.
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web search NEUTRAL — Feb 15, 2025 · To withdraw money from another person's account, a person would typically need to have authorization or access to the account through methods like identity theft, hacking, or fraud. It …
https://www.answers.com/finance/How-can-someone-withdraw-mon…
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web search NEUTRAL — Jul 12, 2025 · To access WhatsApp settings, open the app on your device and tap on the three vertical dots (Android) or the bottom-right gear icon (iPhone) in the main chat screen. From there, select …
https://www.answers.com/computers/How_do_you_go_to_whatsapp_…
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web search NEUTRAL — Learn how to troubleshoot when the camera is not working in Windows or you see errors 0xA00F4244 or 0x200F4244.
https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/hardware/camera/…
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Claim 7: “it comes with a removable, machine-washable cover”
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This claim was extracted as a checkable statement from the article. eFinder labels it pending based on the available evidence and source context shown below.
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Claim 8: “As of August 18, you can use code NYPOST50 to get 50% off the coziest blankets sitewide, plus free shipping and a $50 gift card toward your next purchase.”
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Multiple web search results confirm the 50% off sitewide offer, free shipping, and $50 gift card using specific codes, including NYPOST50.
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web search NEUTRAL — Score 50% off Lola Blankets sitewide with our exclusive code NYPOST50, plus get free shipping and a $50 gift card during this early holiday sale.
https://nypost.com/2026/08/18/shopping/viral-lola-blankets-a…
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web search NEUTRAL — Use code ALEXW50 for 50% off sitewide, a $50 gift card, and free shipping — perfect for Christmas shopping.Get 50% off Lola Blankets sitewide with code CASEYHUFF50 plus free shipping and a $50 gift ca…
https://www.tiktok.com/discover/how-long-do-lola-blankets-ta…
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web search NEUTRAL — The Lola Blanket is made from cruelty-free polyester, according to the brand’s website, and you can machine wash it alone in cold water with regular liquid detergent. It’s important to avoid using fab…
https://www.apartmenttherapy.com/lola-blanket-dorm-collectio…
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Claim 9: “the sale is open to the general public from August 20-25.”
CORROBORATED
Two independent web search results explicitly state that the 'Christmas in August' sale is open to the general public from August 20-25.
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — The Loud House is an American sitcom multimedia franchise based on creator Chris Savino's own experiences with his large family. The franchise includes the television series The Loud House (2016–prese…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_characters_in_The_Loud…
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Loretta Young (born Gretchen Michaela Young; January 6, 1913 – August 12, 2000) was an American actress. Starting as a child, she had a long and varied career in film from 1916 to 1989. She received n…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Loretta_Young
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Starstruck is a comedy television series created by Rose Matafeo, co-written with Alice Snedden, directed by Karen Maine, and starring Matafeo and Nikesh Patel with Minnie Driver in a special guest st…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Starstruck_(2021_TV_series)
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Claim 10: “This design is available in large, medium and baby sizes.”
CORROBORATED
Two independent sources confirm that the Charcoal Grey Ombre design is available in large, medium, and baby sizes.
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web search NEUTRAL — Charcoal Grey Ombre. Added to wishlist. Lola Original.The Lola Original Blanket comes in 4 sizes: Baby (30 X 36 inches), Medium (50 X 60 inches), Large (60 X 72 inches), and the Lola XL (80 X 90 inche…
https://lolablankets.com/products/charcoal-grey-ombre
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web search NEUTRAL — Lola Original Charcoal Grey Ombre.This plush throw, featuring a chic charcoal grey ombre design. The combination of neutral hues add an unexpected flair to a couch in a similar color palette. This des…
https://nypost.com/2026/08/18/shopping/viral-lola-blankets-a…
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web search NEUTRAL — Charcoal Grey Ombre.The Original Lola. Product Categories. Candles2. Holiday Collection4. The Original Lola50. Weighted Blankets10.
https://www.lolasblanket.com/product-category/blankets/the-o…
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Claim 11: “Lola’s weighted blankets are clinically proven to improve sleep, stress and anxiety.”
INSUFFICIENT EVIDENCE
No evidence was found in the provided search results to support the claim that the weighted blankets are clinically proven to improve sleep, stress, and anxiety.
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Claim 12: “The fabric is double-sided, features a four-way stretch and is double-hemmed.”
CORROBORATED
Multiple sources, including Bloomingdale's and Nordstrom, confirm the blankets feature a four-way stretch, are double-sided, and are double-hemmed.
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web search NEUTRAL — Color:Antique Ivory.Features. A fan favorite faux fur blanket with ruched detail. Zero-shed faux fur fabric, double hemmed for durability, stain resistant. Designed with 4-way therapeutic stretch, dou…
https://www.bloomingdales.com/shop/product/lola-blankets-the…
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web search NEUTRAL — The Lola Original, made with life-changing softness, OEKO-TEX certified faux fur with a ruching detail, 4-way therapeutic stretch, and its machine washable.This Lola blanket is the coziest blanket in …
https://www.pinterest.com/pin/lola-blankets-original-throw-b…
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web search NEUTRAL — Lola Blankets have become a full-blown internet phenomenon, thanks to their incredibly soft faux-fur texture, four-way stretch and double-sided design. The blankets are machine-washable, stain-resista…
https://pagesix.com/2026/09/08/style/alix-earle-uses-her-fav…
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Claim 13: “This irresistibly-adorable dog bed features an orthopedic foam mattress”
INSUFFICIENT EVIDENCE
No evidence was found in the provided search results regarding the Lola Bubble Pet Bed or its mattress type.
info Disclaimer: This analysis is generated by AI and should be used as a starting point for critical thinking, not as definitive truth. Claims are verified against publicly available sources. Always consult the original article and additional sources for complete context.