T LOunge for April 8th 2025

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It’s TUESDAY. May as well be a bit extra about it. Pick a spot in today’s stimulating LOunge and work on being entirely too much to deal with all day long.

‘White Lotus’ Creator Mike White Defends Season 3 After Viewers Call It Too Slow: ‘I’m Edging You! If You Don’t Want to Be Edged… Get the F— Out of My Bed’
“The pacing and the vibe… it definitely gets under their skin,” White said about his critics on the official “White Lotus” podcast. “There was complaining about how there’s no plot. That part I find weird. It never did… part of me is just like bro, this is the vibe. I’m world-building. If you don’t want to go to bed with me then get out of my bed. I’m edging you! Enjoy the edging. If you don’t want to be edged, then get out of my bed. Do you know what I mean? Don’t be a bossy bottom. Get the fuck out of my bed. Don’t come home with me. Don’t get naked in my bed. Get the fuck out of my bed. Obviously something is going to happen.”

“You Know There’s No Actual Fucking”: Jon Hamm and Tina Fey Reunite
Jon Hamm will always be Don Draper—his price for TV immortality. But post–Mad Men, instead of chasing the impossible, he’s done it all—comedies, blockbusters, whatever needs a suave guy with a wink. Now, he’s back in prestige drama, leading Your Friends and Neighbors as a hedge-fund manager turned burglar. Tina Fey, who spotted his comedy game early, brings him to her NYC office to chat careers, aging, and the awkward art of sex scenes with friends.

Catherine O’Hara Let Moira Rose Go and Found Patty Leigh
The Schitt’s Creek star dives back into TV, playing an ousted movie exec in The Studio and “the only therapist in town” on The Last of Us.
Laughter has long been the bread and butter of O’Hara’s career. She’s created iconic characters in films like Home Alone, Beetlejuice, and Christopher Guest comedies including Best in Show and A Mighty Wind. And then she had an unlikely breakthrough in her 60s with Schitt’s Creek, the sitcom about a wealthy family who loses all their money and is forced to live together in a tiny town. The show had a steadily growing fan base, but became a breakout hit during the COVID-19 lockdown, earning O’Hara her first acting Emmy.
O’Hara admits that Moira, the eccentric former soap opera star she played on Schitt’s Creek, was a career-altering role—but also one that seemed difficult to move past. “I was nervous about not being able to come up with another character,” she says. “I was afraid I was not going to be able to lose it, that I would naturally go into that voice. But no, I’ve lost it. I’ve definitely lost it.”

From jelly nails to micro florals, here are 27 of the most joyful nail designs for spring
And they’re genuinely wearable
As a beauty editor and nail tech, you best believe as soon as there is the teeniest bit of greenery on the trees and the sun peeps through the clouds, I’m getting my spring nail polish colours out and trying out all the new nail trends and nail art designs.
While we have chrome French manicures, mocha pedicures and milky nails trending, there’s heaps of micro trends coming through for spring. This year, I’m going all out with the nail designs for spring. Yes, there are still lots of bright colours and springtime motifs but this in 2025, I’m also leaning into cat eye shapes, intricate art work and jelly nails.

I experienced skin pigmentation post-pregnancy—after trial and error, these are the best foundations for uneven tone
Base products with benefits
Many issues can cause skin pigmentation, and it’s more common than you might expect. Most people associate discolouration with sun damage, and while that’s one of the most common causes of uneven tone, other problems, including acne, cuts and burns, and hormonal changes, can also play havoc with our complexions.
This wasn’t something I’d ever been concerned about, but during the summer after I had my son, two small, yet persistent, dark patches suddenly appeared just below my mouth. They sprang up out of nowhere during the sunny months, and I felt pretty self-conscious about them. After doing some frantic Googling, I discovered that pregnancy-related pigmentation was a real thing, and it all linked back to pesky hormones. I found that over time and with help from a combination of exfoliators and vitamin C-infused skincare, the patches gradually faded away, and thankfully, they haven’t made a return since.

Classical Pilates is raved about worldwide as the most effective type of Pilates you can do – 8 exercises that instructors recommend
Tried, tested and trusted moves.
It’s no secret that Pilates is having its moment in the sun. Beloved by the likes of Harry Styles, Miley Cyrus, and Madonna (and believe us, there are plenty more celebrities who rave about the workout), it’s only fair to call Pilates the workout of the moment.
But it’s by no means a new phenomenon. Pilates was first invented in the 1920s and has since evolved into a school of exercise with different teaching methods and styles. And while some of the contemporary styles are definitely gaining in momentum (STOTT Pilates, we’re looking at you), many instructors still swear by the original method.
That, in a nutshell, is what Classical Pilates is. The earliest form of the exercise created, Classical Pilates is revered by instructors across the globe for its transformative effects on both the body and mind. Still not sure what it actually entails? In short, it’s a sequence of exercises that captures the very essence of Pilates – control, centering, precision, breathing, and flow.

25 best luxury Easter eggs that are actual works of art
Shop 2025’s chicest Easter eggs.
Indulging in chocolate is a joy that’s hard to beat, and with Easter weekend fast approaching, treating ourselves to some luxury Easter eggs is what we’re most excited about. This year, we’ve selected the most opulent offerings which combine a taste sensation with a feast for the eyes; sculpted, painted, hand-poured and crafted by some of the country’s leading chocolatiers.

Handmaid’s Tale prequel TV series The Testaments has officially gone into production
Praise be. Here’s everything we know so far.
Just as The Handmaid’s Tale returns to us for its final series, we’ve also received some exciting news about its prequel TV series, The Testaments. The TV adaptation of Margaret Atwood’s prequel novel, released in 2019, has officially started production.
And some of The Handmaid’s Tale family will be along for the ride. Ann Dowd, who plays Aunt Lydia in the original series, will reprise her role in The Testaments, and Elisabeth Moss herself will be an executive producer. Handmaids Tale creator Bruce Miller will also be showrunner for the prequel series.

Dylan Mulvaney Finds Her Light
“I think most trans people have strongly ingrained survival tactics,” Dylan Mulvaney writes in her new memoir, Paper Doll: Notes From A Late Bloomer. “My survival tactic has always been to look for the light.” And look for the light she does throughout her literary debut, which became a New York Times best-seller shortly after its March publication.
No matter the subject she tackles — whether it be her ever-evolving relationship with her parents, her various bouts with depression or the reactionary backlash to her partnership with Bud Light, which she shadily but deservedly redubs “Generic Beer,” never once referring to the brand by name — Mulvaney’s signature effervescence never fizzles out.
Her musings on faith, identity, celebrity, desirability, and other subjects that often prove thorny might paint the actress and content creator in more vulnerable terms than her millions of TikTok followers are used to, but her humor never wavers, nor her optimistic outlook.

The Revolution Will Be Televised: How TV Shows Like ‘Adolescence’ Are Bringing About Political Change
Adolescence is proof that television dramas can be a powerful medium for shifting the dial. Who knew watching ‘the box’ could bring about real, meaningful, and lasting change?
The impact of Adolescence may feel unprecedented, yet it’s not the first time that TV has moved the dial. Last year, The Way brought the closure of a Welsh town’s steelworks industry and the ensuing plight of a small community to massive audiences. Breathtaking, Jed Mercurio’s series on the Covid-19 pandemic – ignited fresh outrage and ensured the government’s failure to adequately protect the NHS wasn’t swept under the rug. These groundbreaking shows prove that television dramas can be a powerful medium for shifting the dial.

Inside the Multi-Billion Dollar Bespoke Fragrance Industry
Where scent is the ultimate status symbol.
Let’s say you won the Mega Millions. You may go on an extravagant vacation, buy a sprawling home, or set up trust funds for family members—you know, something practical. But at a certain eye-watering tax bracket, these become been there, done that moves. The ultimate luxury may be one not necessarily seen, heard, or held—only smelled. For the ultra-rich, creating a one-of-a-kind fragrance has become an increasingly popular way to signal one’s wealth.
While you or I may scoff at spending a month’s rent on a luxury scent, that is but a fraction of what a bespoke perfume may cost. And for the promise of a scent that cannot be replicated, imitated, or duplicated, money, time, and resources is no object. There are many perfumers in the world who offer personalized services, but there are only a handful from fragrance houses with centuries of heritage.

Spring 2025’s Floral Prints Keep the Love Affair With Fashion Alive
From Dior’s iconic rosettes to Laura Ashley’s vintage blooms.
Spring’s fresh-picked prints weren’t exactly novel—or groundbreaking—but they well illustrated the industry’s long-standing infatuation with florals. Loewe’s hoop-skirt gowns in blush, ivy, and baby blue botanical prints looked similar to what upper-class ladies wore for promenades around Victorian-era England, while Erdem’s see-through drop-waist dresses embroidered with wildflowers and crystal fringe were meant for modern-day flappers. Fashion history buffs will also note how Marni’s Francesco Risso time warped back to post-World War II Paris; the creative director’s rosette-patterned A-line skirts and scarf blouses were reminiscent of Dior’s from the late-’40s, which revived romanticism in fashion after years of austerity and rationing.

King Charles and Queen Camilla Share New Photos in Italy to Celebrate Their 20th Anniversary
They’re combining work and pleasure on a royal tour.
King Charles and Queen Camilla are taking a short break from their royal duties to celebrate their two-decade-long love story. The royal couple, who are currently on an international tour of Italy, shared new photos taken in a Roman villa ahead of their 20th wedding anniversary on April 9.
Charles and Camilla, who tied the knot 20 years ago in a civil ceremony outside of Windsor Castle, began the festivities a little early as they shared some photos from their Italian getaway on April 7. To celebrate their first day in Italy, the British monarch and his queen played tourist posing in front of an ancient Roman aqueduct by Rome’s Villa Wolkonsky.

10 Matcha Manicure Ideas to Inspire Your Next Spring Nail Look
The vibrant hue is perfect for Spring.
As daffodils pop up and trees sprout their leaves, no beverage seems more appropriate than an iced matcha latte. While the tea-based beverage can (and should!) be enjoyed year-round, its vibrant green hue makes it particularly alluring for Spring. If you’re welcoming the season with a fresh manicure, why not choose matcha green for a lively look?
Matcha green is characterized by its strong yellow undertones. Reach for essie’s Willow in the Wind for a true matcha hue, add a splash of milk with Manicurists’s Sweat Pea, or go full latte mode with OPI’s The Pass Is Always Greener.

Blingy Brooches, Mismatched Earrings, and More Jewelry Trends to Wear This Spring
These pieces are sure to pack a stylish punch.
Looking to refresh your jewelry box? This season, minimal jewelry styling is taking a back seat as designers embrace a more-is-more approach to their bijoux. A look at the spring/summer 2025 collections shows that the trinkets of today are meant to show their wearers’ unique personalities rather than being simple status symbols, much like the fashion trends that popped up on the runways.
Strands of boho beads and choker-like collars were the necklace styles brands like Saint Laurent and Ralph Lauren couldn’t seem to get enough of, while plenty of pairs of pearl earrings and mismatched baubles elegantly hung from the earlobes of the models that walked for Chloé, Fendi, Isabel Marant, and more. Bangles and brooches were stacked and pinned across the spring collections, which gave outfits brilliant boldness and made us want to reconsider our jewelry game. So, as the weather begins to warm up, now’s the time to add a bit of shine back to your wardrobe with the perfect piece, or two, of jewelry.

How Madonna and Elton John Squashed Their Decades-Old Beef
The two have been at odds since Elton John made disparaging comments about her in 2004.
Madonna just announced that she and Elton John have “finally buried the hatchet” and squashed their decades-old beef. The two of them posed for a photo together backstage at Saturday Night Live, which she shared on social media. She said that she and John are in a much better than they were over 20 years ago.

Parker Posey’s Beauty Evolution From the ’90s to Now
From her fringy ’90s mullet to her Victoria Ratliff-approved bob, see how the star has reinvented her look over the last 30 years.
Piper NO! Style? YES. The iconic actress Parker Posey has been delighting audiences worldwide this year, as White Lotus’ third season sweeps the nation in equal parts intrigue and horror. Her flouncy vacation outfits and incredible North Carolinian accent have created not only an iconic look, but also an earworm of words like “TSUNAMI” and “BUDDHISM.” But the real Parker-heads know that Posey has been this cool for decades now, since her breakout role in 1993’s Dazed and Confused.
Over her long and successful career, Posey’s personal style has kept up with the times, from 90’s chic, to 2000’s glam and beyond. She went from fringy mullets to glam bobs without batting an eyelash, and in the ever-changing beauty world, we should all be taking notes. In honor of The White Lotus’s shocking Season 3 finale, InStyle has revisited 21 of Posey’s best beauty looks of the past 30 years.

Your Best Defense Against Microplastics Might Already Be in Your Produce Drawer
New research reveals how anthocyanin-rich fruits and vegetables could help defend your body against toxic microplastic exposure.
Fruits and vegetables are known for their abundant vitamins and minerals, but the study examined how anthocyanins — natural compounds found in colorful fruits and vegetables — may protect the reproductive systems from microplastic damage. Specifically, researchers explored how anthocyanins interact with steroid receptors (protein molecules within a cell that bind to hormones such as estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone) which play essential roles in reproductive health, says Angelo Falcone, MD, an integrative medicine physician and founder of Dignity Integrative Health and Wellness. “This isn’t an original research study with experiments, but rather a comprehensive review of existing literature because the study authors looked at how microplastics disrupt our endocrine system and harm reproductive health, then assessed how anthocyanins might counteract these effects through their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.”

Old-Fashioned Coconut Cake with 7-Minute Frosting
This timeless treat boasts coconut milk-infused cake layered with raspberry jam and topped with a light, fluffy (and quick!) frosting.
Coconut cake, considered a dainty dessert, was in fashion in the 1920s for ladies’ gatherings. Traditionally made with marshmallow frosting, the cake was famously served to President Truman during a trip to Florida in the 1950s.
This version uses soft cake flour, coconut milk, milk, butter, and eggs to create light and airy cake layers. A seven-minute egg white-and-sugar frosting covers the cake, along with shredded coconut. Opt for fresh shredded coconut if you’d like to keep the sugar level in check, otherwise, use pre-shredded sweetened coconut to coat the entire cake. For extra coconut flavor, add one teaspoon of coconut extract to the cake batter.

Is Maca Root A Healthy Superfood? The Experts Weigh In
“Maca, also known as Peruvian ginseng, is the name for two species of cruciferous vegetables from the Brassicaceae family,” explains Patel. “Native to high-altitude regions of the Andes, maca root varies in color—ranging from red and black to pink and yellow,” she adds. “Maca is frequently referred to as a ‘gateway adaptogen’ due to its ability to support the body’s stress response and hormonal balance.”

No Disrespect to Lochlan Ratliff, But the Penalty for Using a Dirty Blender Should Be Death
[…] at the risk of being pedantic about kitchen etiquette, I’m going to loop us back to the dirty-blender conversation. I have almost no rules in the kitchen; I regularly put Tupperware in the dishwasher (to the extreme annoyance of my Virgo boyfriend), and I’ve been known to extend the five-second rule by five or even 10 additional seconds (whatever, my floors are clean!). But my one hard-and-fast cooking maxim is: Always wash your blender, immediately. Immediately! There’s absolutely no reason not to, and that one quick rinse at the crucial post-use moment could save you untold minutes of trying to coax out hardened streaks of old smoothie or pesto sauce or whatever it is you’ve been blending into oblivion.

Does Wearing Bright Colors Make Me Look Like a Tourist?
In a sea of Parisians dressed in black, wearing color can feel like a neon sign announcing your vacation. Our critic gives advice for blending in abroad — and a few exceptions to the rule.
This reminds me of one of the more famous scenes in the “Barbie” movie — you know, the one where Barbie (Margot Robbie) and Ken (Ryan Gosling) break out of Barbieland and into the real world and buy neon pink and yellow ’80s-style workout clothes to wear while rollerblading. Everyone around them is in slacker army green and black. Barbie and Ken stick out a mile, tourists from another universe.
In this, as in so many other dimensions in that film, Greta Gerwig knew what she was doing.

The Difference Between Ghee and Butter—and When to Use Each
A staple in Indian cooking, ghee lends a unique flavor to vegetables, meats, and desserts.
From frying to baking, butter is a basic ingredient for many home cooks; for others, ghee is golden. When comparing ghee vs. butter, are there times when one product rules over the other? Both are endlessly versatile and delicious—and there’s probably room in your repertoire for both of them. We connected with a chef and a nutritionist and picked up some pointers about when to use each, including how to make ghee at home.

12 Color Drenching Ideas for Bedrooms That Add Wall-to-Wall Ambience
Transform this personal sanctuary into a dreamy cocoon.
The color-drenching trend was one of the first signs that interior design was pivoting to maximalism and cozy aesthetics over the stark minimalism that’s reigned for so long. The idea is simple enough: coat the majority of a space in one shade.
“Color drenching creates a wrapped-in-a-blanket feeling when the same tone covers every surface—walls, ceiling, trim, even furniture pieces,” says interior designer Amy Switzer. “It blurs edges and adds depth, making the space feel intentional and luxe.”
As personal sanctuaries are meant to cocoon you into blissful sleep, bedrooms are the perfect place to experiment with color drenching. Here are some brilliant ideas from interior designers to inspire your own space.

10 Ways to Use Leftover Jam, From BBQ Sauce to Cocktails
These delicious ideas will inspire you to use up the dregs of a jar of jam, jelly, or marmalade.
Throwing away leftover jam? In this economy? There’s never a good reason for food waste, and that’s true about the little bit left in a jar of jam, jelly, or marmalade, too—especially if you took the time to make a batch yourself. The jar may seem almost empty, but the jam is worth using. You’ve probably shaken up a homemade salad dressing or marinade using the dregs of a jar of Dijon mustard. Those teaspoons of jam can be used in similar ways—and many more!
The pop of sweetness you get from that small bit of jam is a way to add a huge boost of flavor to so many things, from dressings, sauces, and spreads to infused milk, coffee, and cocktails. So, before you clean and recycle your next jar, consider what other simple pantry ingredients you can add to the jar to transform it into something completely new. We have gathered a list of the 10 best ways to do just that.

This Is the Quietest Trail in the U.S.—and It Follows a Stunning 76-mile Scenic River
For peace and quiet, head to Nebraska’s Niobrara National Scenic River.
True silence is something most people rarely get to enjoy. Even when we’re exploring seemingly remote places, human-made noises can still reach our ears, be it airplanes buzzing overhead or the distant rumble of a highway. That’s why Quiet Parks International, a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving silence, started identifying, evaluating, and recognizing the quietest parks and trails in the world.
The first trail in the United States to receive the rare “Quiet Trail” designation is a watery one: the Niobrara National Scenic River, located near Valentine, Nebraska. The nationally protected waterway is a popular destination for river recreation—from canoeing on calm, early-morning water to floating on tubes with friends. But, it is also surprisingly quiet.

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