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Let’s never leave this LOunge, darlings. The world outside is harsh and heated. Best to spend this TUESDAY cocooned off from all of that nonsense. Take a seat and settle in.

‘Devil Wears Prada 2’ Starts Filming With Anne Hathaway, Meryl Streep, Emily Blunt and Stanley Tucci
Kenneth Branagh is also joining the cast.
Audiences should dust off their knowledge of cerulean: The Devil Wears Prada sequel is officially happening.
The film is heading into production this week two decades after the beloved movie hit theaters, and is set to shoot in New York and Italy. Anne Hathaway, Meryl Streep, Emily Blunt and Stanley Tucci are on board for the follow-up film, which is adding Kenneth Branagh to the cast, sources tell The Hollywood Reporter.
The 2006 film, based on the book of the same name, follows Andy (Hathaway), a recent college journalism graduate as she lands one of the most coveted jobs in publishing as the assistant to Anna Wintour stand-in Miranda Priestly (Streep). Andy dives into the world of magazines and high fashion thanks to her fellow assistant (Blunt). The film grossed a massive $326 million at the worldwide box office and earned Streep an Oscar nomination.

What’s Next for Denis Villeneuve’s Bond Movie? Amazon’s Wishlist Includes Jacob Elordi, Tom Holland and Harris Dickinson
In the 2021 film “No Time to Die,” Daniel Craig repeats one of the James Bond franchise’s most enduring lines to Léa Seydoux: “We have all the time in the world.” Well, not quite.
Now that Amazon has tapped Denis Villeneuve as the franchise’s next director, the pace is about to accelerate significantly on the 26th outing of James Bond. Even still, Amazon is looking at a 2028 release date for Bond 26. Anything sooner would be impossible to pull off, given the film’s scale, sources say.

Coolest Person in the Room: Dominique Jackson
Popularity is relative, especially in the digital age. You could have hundreds of thousands of followers online but be completely unknown in the streets — massively famous on Instagram, YouTube or Twitter, but lack any kind of real, authentic cool in person. For our series Coolest Person in the Room, we pinpoint all the people whose energy is contagious regardless of their following count or celebrity. For this edition, we caught up with Dominique Jackson, actor, model and queer icon.
– I know Pose changed your career, but did the show change you as a person?
– Pose confirmed my personality. I always felt that I was too soft, too kind. I felt like I was the girl always getting hurt. I would help people put on this great event or great show and then realize I was the only one not getting paid. I felt like I was always getting overlooked. Once Pose came, here I was in this major role, and people began to say I changed. And I didn’t change, they just didn’t have access to me any more in the way they wanted to. So now they were angry with me.

Did Prada ‘steal’ Indian sandal designs without giving credit?
The luxury brand faces accusations of cultural appropriation after models wore Kolhapuri sandals without appropriate credit.
When models sashayed down the ramp at Milan Fashion Week last week, Harish Kurade looked at them on his smartphone in awe, sitting in his village in southern Maharashtra state, more than 7,000km (4,350 miles) away.
Models were showcasing a new line of open-toe leather sandals, designed by Prada, the iconic luxury fashion house. However, in India, the visuals raised a furore among artisans and politicians after the Italian giant failed to credit the ancient Maharashtra roots of its latest design.

I’m A Perfume Expert And This Is Why Scent Scaping Is The Latest Interior Trend
Each room deserves its own fragrance profile
I am always in awe of people who have organised homes—I’m talking colour-coded bookshelves, minimalist living spaces, kitchen sides without piles of stuff that needs to be put away. My house is what I would classify as happily chaotic. Clean? Yes! Tidy? Only when my Mum is coming over.
One thing that I do absolutely insist on and the thing that provides me with order and clarity is the art of scent-scaping or as I like to put it, controlling my life, home and the people in it through the power of fragrance. (Impressing guests is a wonderful side effect).
If you’ve never tried this, then let me tell you, it really does work. Scent is the most powerful influencer I know, and its invisible powers can be manipulative in the very best way.

I Tried the Tan-Cycling Technique—and My Self-Tan Lasted Longer Than Ever
Skincare logic, self-tan perfection
You’ve probably heard of ‘skin-cycling’––the viral method of rotating different skincare products and ingredients to maximise results and minimise irritation––but now it seems the technique has made its way into our self-tan routines in what people are dubbing ‘tan-cycling’, promising the most even, long-lasting tan of your life.
I, for one, am delighted. While I’m religious about my skincare routine, especially when it comes to applying my evening retinol and morning SPF, tanning always tends to be a bit of an afterthought. I suddenly remember moments before bed that I need to apply tan, resulting in a slapdash application and, problematically, absolutely no prep work.

13 of the most iconic female triumphs from Glastonbury 2025
From CMAT’s meteoric performance to Alanis Morissette’s ode to female anger.
Glastonbury is all over for another year (or two, technically), but that doesn’t mean that we’re anywhere near to getting over the serious energy and vibes that the women performing at the festival brought.
While stats for this year aren’t ready yet, we know that in 2024 over 52% of the announced lineup includes female and non-binary artists, with the fight for less male-dominated lineups raging on for many years to get us to this point.

From Juicy Fruits To Neogourmands, These Are Summer’s Trending Perfume Notes
Vanilla and musks for summer? Hear us out.
Sweltering, sticky heat. Sunscreen-stained sweat droplets. Summer, at its core, is more about the bigger picture—sun, fun, and adventures—than the smaller inconveniences that can easily ruin a day. Of course, there are workarounds: a strong, odour-blocking antiperspirant and sweat- and humidity-proof makeup for a matte, non-streaky finish. All that’s missing from a perfect summer day is the flood of compliments and questions from strangers about what scent they’ve just caught a whiff of. No, it’s not the deodorant (though we know a thing or two about the best-smelling ones), but the faint caress of crisp linen or damp botanicals or even juicy citruses leaving a trail in its wake.

It’s Princess Diana’s Birthday, And Prince William Has Major Plans To Honour It
On what would have been Princess Diana’s 64th birthday, Prince William will mark the occasion with an update in his campaign inspired by his late mother.
Prince William has a deeply meaningful plan to honour what would’ve been his mother Princess Diana’s 64th birthday today.
Prince William intends to travel to Sheffield to mark the second anniversary of his Homewards initiative, which aims to make homelessness ‘rare, brief and unrepeated.’ The initiative was largely inspired by the advocacy of his late mother.

Debbie Harry on Creative Highlights, Her Risqué Run-In With David Bowie, and Why She Didn’t Have Children
Just shy of her 80th birthday, the Blondie frontwoman sits down for a wide-ranging interview with Vanity Fair.
Debbie Harry isn’t a fan of nostalgia.
“I don’t like looking backwards,” says Blondie’s legendary vocalist, who turns 80 this month. “I want challenges, I want to look ahead—to expand, or gather my physical, mental state of being and squeeze something out. The way Blondie came to be was sort of wringing something out of desperation, or crazy vision, or comic book life. Just push it out.”
Harry, who has sold over 50 million albums worldwide (11 with Blondie and five solo albums), performed until last year with the band—the first out of the 1970s CBGB’s rock scene that had pop hits (“Heart of Glass,” “Call Me,” “Rapture”). She’s appeared in more than 30 film and TV shows, authored a memoir (“Face It”), and, in 2006, was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame with fellow Blondie band members Chris Stein, Clem Burke, Gary Valentine, Jimmy Destri, Frank Infante, and Nigel Harrison.

Tracee Ellis Ross’s Lipstick Hack Is a Hollywood Classic for a Reason
An old-school trick that still hits.
If summer had a signature look, Tracee Ellis Ross would be the poster child. On June 29, the entrepreneur took to Instagram to share a photo dump from the past few weeks of her life, featuring everything from workouts to behind-the-scenes moments on set for a commercial with her haircare brand, Pattern. I almost didn’t make it through the entire carousel, however, because the very first image stopped me dead in my tracks—it was that good.

The 30 Most Iconic Photographs of Princess Diana
Every July 1—the birthday of the Princess Diana—photographs of the late royal emerge across the news, social media, and pop culture platforms, a visual ode to the royal and public figure who touched the lives of so many. After all, during her life, Diana was known for her impactful image-making: a photo of her shaking hands with an AIDS patient in London, for example, helped de-stigmatize the disease during the height of hysteria around it, while a picture of her walking through a landmine field in Angola helped raise worldwide awareness for the human rights issue. Then, there are the pictures that epitomize glamour and, well, scandal: take the little black frock Diana wore out after Prince Charles admitted to an affair on national television, cemented now in pop culture as the “revenge dress.” (It even has its own Wikipedia page.) Or consider her wedding dress, complete with puff sleeves and a 25-foot train.

What would Diana have achieved had she been alive today? Tina Brown on what the late Princess of Wales would have been like at 60
On what would have been her 64th birthday, revisit the moment Diana’s biographer and former Tatler editor-in-chief Tina Brown reflected on the legacy of the People’s Princess
It was July 1997 at the Four Seasons restaurant, off Park Avenue in Manhattan. All heads swivelled when she dazzled her way across the room, wearing a mint-green Chanel suit, to have lunch with Vogue editor Anna Wintour and me. Diana was always so much more beautiful in person than in her photographs. Her skin had the light blush of a freshwater pearl, her eyes were huge blue pools of feeling, and one always forgot how tall she was, especially in three-inch Manolo heels.
She had come to New York for the charity auction of her iconic 1980s dresses at Christie’s – Prince William’s idea – and was focused on repositioning herself as a woman of substance. She knew she was in a unique position to leverage her global celebrity for humanitarian causes.

My First America
These were my father’s books; they were not meant for me. But their paperback covers, with images of strapping men waging war and gorgeous couples waging you-know-what, held great allure for a shy boy versed in neither of those life skills. So, one day — I must have been around 13 — I pulled the first novel in the series off the shelf. It was “The Bastard,” by John Jakes.
Almost immediately, I was captivated. In part for the naughty bits, sure. But that first book and the ones that followed — “The Rebels,” “The Seekers,” “The Furies,” “The Titans,” “The Warriors,” “The Lawless” and, finally, “The Americans” — also offered me a romanticized and tantalizing history of the United States, one that appealed to my sense of adventure, of right and wrong, of longing for a country that was not yet mine.

The Benefits of Dates, One of Nature’s Sweetest Superfoods
This dried fruit makes a nutritious snack—as long as you keep your portion size in check.
If you’re searching for a fuss-free, sweet snack that’s also good for you, consider the benefits of dates. The fruit of the date palm tree, with Middle Eastern roots dating back thousands of years, these satisfying treats are beloved by home cooks and health professionals alike, for ample reason. We spoke to registered dietitians to learn more about their nourishing properties and how eating them can benefit our bodies.

11 Houseplants That Are Easy to Propagate, Even for Beginner Gardeners
Follow these steps for a lush home garden in no time.
Growing a houseplant collection doesn’t require a trip to the nursery. With the right conditions, a pair of sharp scissors, and some water, even novice gardeners can successfully propagate a wide variety of plants.
“Propagating is awesome because you can share them with friends, trade them for other plants, or have backups in case something goes wrong with the parent,” says Bex Claire Hamell, houseplant educator and award-winning horticulturist.
Here, we spoke to experts about the trailing vines and colorful succulents that are easy to propagate for beginner gardeners and veterans alike.

The 5 Cleaning Chores Everyone Forgets, According to Reddit
The inside of your trash can was a big one.
From the bathroom exhaust fan to the top of the fridge, there are always some spots in the home that you tend to overlook while cleaning. A Redditor recently posted a question on the r/CleaningTips forum, asking: What’s one “deep cleaning” task you always do that others often forget? “For me, it’s vacuuming under the fridge—nobody thinks of that!” they wrote.
The question elicited tons of responses, with people sharing areas of the home that are often forgotten, like the inside of the trash can and baseboards. Here are the top spots that Redditors say they always remember to clean, but think others forget.

How to Shrink Clothes in the Wash (On Purpose), According to a Laundry Scientist
Have a shirt that’s too big? Here’s what you can do about it.
Everyone has unintentionally shrunk a shirt or two—and it’s usually near devastating. But what if that’s exactly the goal? If you’re trying to get a more tailored fit, rescue a thrift store find, or experiment with your laundry skills, intentional shrinkage can be a handy trick. But before you toss anything in hot water and hope for the best, it’s good idea to have a game plan in place backed by the science of fabric and fibers.
We consulted a laundry scientist for expert-backed tips to help you shrink your clothes on purpose (without destroying them in the process).

This Colorado Mountain Town Is Known for Skiing—but Summer Is the Most Underrated Time to Plan a Trip
Summer in Breckenridge, Colorado, brings wildflower hikes, scenic gondola rides, and fun festivals and events.
Skiers and snowboarders flock to Colorado each winter for its legendary slopes, but I’d argue there’s one mountain town that’s just as magical when the snow melts. Summer in Breckenridge brings a different kind of magic—one with vibrant wildflower meadows, alpine lakes, and a lively downtown that comes to life with festivals, art walks, and patio dining.
I lived in Colorado for a few years and have hiked, camped, skied, and explored Breckenridge in every season. I still visit multiple times a year, and if you ask me, summer is one of the most underrated times to explore Colorado’s mountain towns. Lauren Swanson, a seasoned Breckenridge local and the founder of Socially Queued, a local marketing, PR, and communications agency, agrees, saying, “Summer is what first brought me to Breckenridge 13 years ago, and it’s still the season that keeps me here.”
With stunning hiking trails, scenic gondola rides, and endless opportunities to relax among breathtaking mountain views, Breckenridge is a summer getaway you won’t forget.

[Photo Credit: Erik Nissen johansen, stylt.se]

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