T LOunge for November 21st 2024

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It’s THURSDAY and we’re feeling the need for a colorful and eclectic LOunge to help us through the day. Also, cocktails. And an endless supply of nibblies. Our needs are simple, darlings! Come join us in our delusions.

Selena Gomez Is Still Tricking Her Way Into Auditions
Despite successes like ‘Only Murders in the Building’ and her new buzzy Netflix musical ‘Emilia Pérez,’ the most-followed woman on the planet (and newly minted billionaire) still encounters skeptical casting directors: “We don’t tell them it’s me.”
Now, at 32, Gomez is eager to subvert expectations, even if it means she has to claw her way into consideration. She keeps a dream board of desired collaborators and is willing to fight for the kinds of projects that speak to her the way that Jacques Audiard’s Mexican crime-telenovela-transgender-cartel-musical-fever dream Emilia Pérez did. The latter, which recently dropped on Netflix, has been generating awards momentum for Gomez and her co-stars ever since it premiered at the Cannes Film Festival, where its female-led cast, which also includes Zoe Saldaña, Karla Sofía Gascón and Adriana Paz, shared the best actress prize. It’s the kind of career-altering experience she recognizes will be hard to replicate, just as A24’s cult hit Spring Breakers had been a decade earlier

After Margot Robbie And Jacob Elordi, Brace Yourself For More Wuthering Heights Casting News
Will this be a faithful period adaptation, or a modern-day update? How will it compare to the countless other big-screen renderings of this particular story, from Laurence Olivier and Merle Oberon’s 1939 version, to the 1992 film starring Juliette Binoche and Ralph Fiennes, and Andrea Arnold’s 2011 reimagining with Kaya Scodelario and James Howson? […] More news followed on 20 November: Alison Oliver, Elordi’s onscreen sister in Saltburn, will be his onscreen wife, Isabella Linton, this time; Shazad Latif, who starred opposite Lily James in the rom-com What’s Love Got to Do with It? will portray Isabella’s brother and Cathy’s husband, Edgar; and Oscar nominee Hong Chau (Downsizing, The Whale) has reportedly taken the part of one of the film’s narrators, Nelly Dean.

Angelina Jolie to Star in ‘Proxima’ Director Alice Winocour’s Next Film, Set During Paris Fashion Week
Following her critically acclaimed turn as legendary opera singer Maria Callas in Pablo Larraín’s “Maria,” Angelina Jolie will return to Paris to star in Alice Winocour‘s first English language directorial effort.
The movie, titled “Stitches” (“Coutures”), is set in the world of high fashion and unfolds in Paris. Jolie stars in the movie as a filmmaker and is one of three women whose lives will collide during Fashion Week.
Filming is expected to begin at the start of next year with Charles Gillibert‘s Paris-based banner CG Cinema producing in partnership with Zhang Xin and William Horberg of Closer Media.

In Netflix’s Apple Cider Vinegar, Kaitlyn Dever is a health influencer falsely claiming she cured her own brain cancer
It’s based on the true story of wellness influencer Belle Gibson.
A tip from us to you – add Apple Cider Vinegar to your 2025 watchlists right now. This six-episode Netflix series is taking on the murky world of health influencer culture and what happened when a certain real-life influencer’s brand was built on a lie. A trailer has just dropped, and we’re very intrigued.
It explores the true story of Australian wellness influencer Belle Gibson (played by Kaitlyn Dever), who claimed to have cured her terminal brain cancer through various health and wellness-related methods – not through medicine – but it is soon discovered that Belle was never diagnosed with cancer, let alone cured. Her entire social media campaign around it, which encompasses her own app, social media channel and cookbook, is a fraud.

Introducing the ultimate fragrance Christmas gift guide, with every pick approved by an expert editor
Every single one of these perfumes is a hit
Trust me, if there is one thing I know as a beauty editor who specialises in all things scent, it’s just how difficult it is to buy fragrance gifts for Christmas. Truthfully, it’s hard enough settling on the best perfume to buy for yourself, let alone trying to buy a fragrance for someone else. I get it—perfume is personal, and it’s easy to make the wrong choice.
That being said, however, there’s no doubt that perfume is up there with the ultimate Christmas gifts. Whether your giftee prefers floral perfumes, woody fragrances or skin scents, luckily for you, I spend most of my days testing and trialling the best perfumes in existence. As a result, I know exactly what perfumes are good enough to please, well, everyone. In my expert opinion, not a single one of the perfumes on this list could be deemed a dud by anyone—making this a very tight edit of the ultimate perfume Christmas gifts.
So, without further ado, these are the 32 perfumes that are guaranteed to put you in your loved ones’ good books this Christmas…

Cinnamon glazed nails are the perfect cosy girl mani
And you’re about to see it everywhere.
Even before Hailey Bieber declared it “cinnamon roll season”, we’d noticed cinnamon glazed nails creeping up the hot list in nail trends. It tracks. Food and drink-based aesthetics have been leading beauty trends for the past few seasons (see: strawberry girl makeup, latte makeup, peach girl makeup and espresso makeup). Always here to correspond, we’ve seen latte nails and espresso nails take off in tandem. But now, it’s the turn of cinnamon glazed…

11 best curling irons for creating and holding every kind of wave
We tested dozens of options to narrow it down.
As far as hair tools are concerned, the best curling irons – or curling wands, as they’re otherwise often referred to – have always held a special place in my heart (and my haircare cabinet). I credit them for my ever-evolving hairstyling journey that dates all the way back to my teenage years.
Curling wands helped me create my first “tight curl” ‘do for my first school dance, then beach waves for my university graduation and soft, effortless waves for my first job interview. You could say I’ve come full circle – as today, as a beauty journalist, I find myself writing about these coveted hair tools and breaking down all the dos and the don’ts… having actually trialled dozens of the best curling wands first-hand.

Transgender Day of Remembrance: 9 myths and misconceptions about the trans community that we urgently need to debunk
“Misinformation is a huge issue for the trans community right now.”
Misinformation is a huge issue for the trans community right now. It’s rife. When you’re hearing about a topic about trans lives, there’s so much noise, panic and sensationalism, and it’s not coming from our community. There’s pushback, which is coming from our community – we want to be seen and heard and are fighting for our rights – but the misinformation about who trans people are is coming from people in fairly privileged, powerful positions who often have significantly influential and impactful jobs in the media or in government.

Florence Pugh has opened up about why she froze her eggs at 27: “It was just a bit of a mind-boggling realisation.”
It’s a reminder that we still don’t know enough about women’s health
Florence Pugh has opened up about her decision to freeze her eggs last year after being diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and endometriosis — and her comments are an all-too familiar reminder that we still don’t talk about women’s health nearly enough.
The Dune II actor appeared on the She MD podcast where she spoke to Dr. Thaïs Aliabadi, an American OBGYN, and Mary Alice Haney about her reproductive health journey so far.
As she explained, it began when she started to notice changes in her body. “I had this sudden feeling that I should go and get everything checked,” she recalled. “I’d had a few weird dreams; I think my body was telling me.”

Cat Eye Nails Are The Only Manicure We’re Wearing This Winter
This glittering gel manicure is about to be everywhere this Christmas.
The countdown to Christmas almost is upon us, as is the season of frantically pinning beauty inspiration for our annual festive parties. The one manicure trend sitting front row for winter 2024? Cat eye nails. Most commonly used by Korean and Japanese nail technicians, the cat eye nail trend is a magnetic-style gel manicure that has a three-dimensional, shimmering effect not too dissimilar to the appearance of the internet’s favourite velvet nails.
So, whether you’ve got an appointment booked ahead for a classic set of red tips, or you’re browsing for a modern twist on your barely-there nude manicure, these are the best cat eye nail looks to take to your next salon trip.

Queen Camilla Wore a Rarely-Seen Tiara From Queen Elizabeth’s Archive
An aquamarine beauty.
Queen Consort Camilla made a stunning appearance alongside her husband, King Charles III, and her stepson, Prince William, at the Diplomatic Corps Reception at Buckingham Palace, an event of the utmost prestige and lavishness. And, what’s a big royal fête without some bling? For the special occasion, Camilla delivered, reaching deep into the royal archives for one of Queen Elizabeth II’s rarest tiaras.

The Best Korean Dramas to Stream on Netflix Now
Warning: these are highly bingeable and dangerously addicting.
From music and beauty to Michelin-starred cuisine and Oscar-winning arthouse cinema, the Korean Wave, also known as Hallyu, has swept the culture in recent years. And nowhere is this more apparent than on our television screens, as streaming platforms continue to invest heavily in Korean content. While there are excellent shows on the likes of Disney+, Hulu, Apple TV+, and Amazon, Netflix deserves credit for getting into this game early, and staying: Last year, it announced it would spend an additional $2.5 billion over the next four years on the development of scripted series, reality shows, and movies from South Korea. The streaming platform currently has more than 300 titles to choose from. We have done the work for you, narrowing the list down to 20 of the best scripted Korean shows—from zombie thrillers to charming rom-coms to stunning period pieces—to binge on Netflix now.

A Short History of the Front Row
The fashion show has undergone an extraordinary transformation in the last 75 years. What began as a niche, slightly more glamorous version of a tradeshow has evolved into an entertainment juggernaut that touches every aspect of pop culture. In this video, Vogue charts the history of the front row, from the private salons of the 1950s attended by society women through to ’80s when the seeds for our modern-day celebrity-mad culture began to take roots, before fully exploding in the ’90s and the 2000s with the advent of MTV, Fashion Television, and, of course, the internet.

The Best European Christmas Markets to Visit This Winter
There’s nothing quite like Christmas markets to offer a much-needed dose of holiday season splendor. Is there anywhere else where it’s acceptable to saunter about with a hearty mug of mulled wine in one hand, an even larger potato pancake in the other, while exceeding your budget on handcrafted ornaments and posing for photos in front of an artisanal Santa sleigh? The answer, we can confidently say, is no.
If you’re especially lucky, you might even find yourself exploring a charming European Christmas market this winter—a bucket list item for travelers with a proclivity for unfettered cheer. A natural place to start when curating an itinerary is Germany, and for good reason: it is, after all, the birthplace of the Christmas market, with Dresden’s Striezelmarkt first springing up all the way back in 1434.

How to Make Better Sandwiches, According to the Best Sandwich Makers in the Country
These tips will transform any sandwich from subpar to superb.
It’s time to say goodbye to sad sandwiches. No more flavorless ham and cheeses on floppy bread. No more soggy subs. No more clubs that fall apart as soon as you pick them up. Sure, you should be able to throw a sandwich together quickly and with whatever you have in the fridge, but that doesn’t mean it should be an afterthought. Becoming a better sandwich-maker is easier than you think; you just need to look to follow the lead of your favorite sandwich shop
For tips on how to improve our sandwich making skills, we reached out to the best in the biz — chefs known for creating some of the most innovative, delicious, and inspiring sandwiches in the country. Read on for ten easy ways to turn your everyday sandwiches extraordinary.

A Modern Irish Canon We asked critics for the best Irish novels published in the past 15 years.
The process was mostly democratic; the more appearances a book made on our critics’ lists, the higher it ranked. That also explains some entries by more than one author and the presence of one or two short-story collections.
As the list developed, certain themes emerged: Irish emigration, the tension between cities and small towns, the recession of the mid-aughts, a playfulness with language and genre. And the breadth of talent. Happy reading.

Denzel Washington Opens Up About Previous Weight Loss, Drug, And Alcohol Use
The 69-year-old actor reflects on his past drug and alcohol use and his weight loss journey as he celebrates 10 years of becoming sober.
Denzel Washington is aging gracefully and it’s not coincidental. The actor, who’s been doing press tours about his latest movie, Gladiator II, has opened up about his health journey. While Washington, 69, is an extraordinary actor, he faces ordinary struggles like weight gain. During a recent interview, the actor admitted to not being happy with his physical appearance two years ago and making changes as a result.
“I was looking at pictures of myself and Pauletta at the Academy Awards for Macbeth, and I’m just looking fat, with this dyed hair,” the legend said in the Winter issue of Esquire, where he’s a cover star rocking a head full of gray hair.
He continued, “I said, ‘Those days are over, man.” To begin his journey to a more optimal weight, Washington accepted the help of a friend.

How Thanksgiving Lasagna Became an American Staple
The Italian American tradition has been adapted by other immigrant families into delicious takes on the classic.
Justin Pichetrungsi is having lasagna this Thanksgiving, carrying on a tradition his parents started. But he’ll be making his from scratch. Thanksgiving was a rare day off for his parents, who ran a Thai restaurant, and they weren’t really turkey people. For the holiday, they often bought lasagna from the nearby Costco and served it with the store’s bagged Caesar salad tossed with its packaged Chinese chicken salad dressing. The spread was rounded out with a Cantonese seafood feast from a beloved local restaurant. […] Mr. Pichetrungsi’s Thanksgiving table is not the only one that will feature a tray of lasagna this year. The layered pasta, bubbling with sauce and cheese, can be found across the country in proximity to mountains of mashed potatoes, pans of stuffing and large turkeys. Though lasagna started out as — and remains — a fixture at many Italian American Thanksgiving meals, it’s also found a home on the tables of many immigrants, particularly those from Asia.

36 Hours in Tucson, Ariz.
After triple-digit summer temperatures and 90-degree days that linger well into October, late fall restores an ultra-outdoorsy vibe to this mountain-ringed college town in the Sonoran Desert, an hour north of Mexico. A sure sign of the sweet season in Arizona’s second-largest city: thousands of cyclists flocking to El Tour de Tucson (Nov. 23), one of the nation’s biggest road races and a Technicolor Lycra-clad reminder of the joys of exploring on two wheels when the weather turns reliably, ridiculously pleasant. Between your own adventures on the local trails, try a new spin on traditional Sonoran spirits, stargaze from a sky island, take in a juried exhibition of local artwork at the Arizona Biennial (through Feb. 9) and devour as many stuffed, steaming tortillas as possible.

Yes, It Is Time to Start Planning Your Holiday Cards
A good card takes some work, and there are a few basic rules to follow in order to make the process faster, easier and more efficient.
Holiday cards may be intended to spread cheer, but they can have the adverse effect of being stressful to both send and receive. Proponents say they love to share a piece of themselves with loved ones. Detractors see long, braggy letters with bad grammar.
Adam Groffman, who works in marketing and lives in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, enjoys cards as a physical touch point with faraway friends and family.
“It’s nice to get an annual update,” he said, “even if it doesn’t necessarily trigger me to keep much more in contact than beyond the occasional Instagram or Facebook like.”
If sending out a card is on your to-do list, the right tools will make it faster, easier and more efficient as Christmas, Hanukkah and Kwanzaa coincide to create a trifecta of holiday spirit.

Mary Ware Dennett, Activist for Sex Education and Birth Control, Left an Impact on US History
Dennett’s name has largely faded from fame.
The rivalry between Margaret Sanger and Mary Ware Dennett profoundly shaped reproductive rights in America. While Sanger went on to found Planned Parenthood, Dennett’s name has largely faded from fame, though she was also a suffragist and sex education pioneer. The tale of the battle between them reveals the two competing visions for what reproductive autonomy should look like in America — visions that had an enduring impact on the lives of ordinary Americans.

How to Eat Sprouted Grains and Seeds—and Why You Should
Sprouted grains, nuts, and seeds are seemingly everywhere—here’s how to navigate the motherlode.
What are sprouted foods? These days, wherever you wheel your grocery cart—through the bulk section or past refrigerator cases—you’ll likely find multiple sprouted items, from pumpkin seeds and bread teeming with sprouted grains to actual live sprouting seeds. Holy sproutsville—has the culinary world sprouted a new trend? Not exactly. We connected with a registered dietician and a farm-to-table chef to better understand the variety of sprouted choices available and their many healthful attributes.

7 Surprising Ways to Clean Your House With a Pumice Stone
Use one to clean, scrub, and polish every surface.
What kind of cleaner are you? If you’re like us, you may prefer DIY methods like using vinegar, lemon, and baking soda to brighten and disinfect surfaces. Perhaps a bleach-based all-purpose cleaner is your go-to. Microfiber cloths, electric power scrubbers, or a good old-fashioned toothbrush may also have a place in your routine. But no matter how many cleaning products you have in your arsenal, there are some stuck-on messes and stains that just won’t let up. Still, there’s one product you may not have considered just yet: a pumice stone.

How to Hang a Wreath Without Making Holes in the Door
No matter what type of door you have, there’s a method here that’s suitable for you.
Wreaths are beautiful, and they’re the perfect way to dress up your front door for the holidays. Whether it’s a colorful wreath from the store or one you made on your own, there’s no better sight than a street lined with these beautiful decorations. The tricky part, though, is figuring out how to hang them. If you’re not careful, you can easily damage your front door—which certainly won’t inspire any holiday cheer. Here, a few DIY methods from the experts, so you can hang your wreath without having to drill any holes.

What’s the Difference Between Raisins and Golden Raisins?
The dried grapes are often used in similar ways, so can you swap one for the other?
Raisins may be best known as kid snacks and cookie staples, but their uses are much broader—they add a welcome sweetness to sautéed spinach or collard greens and complement savory dishes such as chile-raisin enchilada sauce.
Some recipes call for golden raisins while others don’t specify. So does this mean you can use either one? Find out about the differences between raisins and golden raisins and their uses.

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