T LOunge for August 27th 2025

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Don’t you just feel like a little quiet, dreamy eleganza right about now? After all, it’s WEDNESDAY, a day that calls for such delusions. Join us in today’s LOvely LOunge and think of nothing important for as long as you can get away with it.

55 Best Teen Romance Movies That’ll Make You Feel All Your Feelings
From new heartfelt tales of teen love to some of the best romantic comedies of all time.
No one knows those technicolor feelings of a first love (and a first heartbreak) like the teenagers in the best teen romance movies. It’s a genre that never gets old because no matter your age, we can all remember and relate to those messy feelings of figuring yourself out and figuring out how to love someone else — if only for a while — at the same time.
Teenage romance movies, like high school movies writ large, may have earned a bad reputation for being silly. And sometimes, they are (to which we say: so what?). At their core, though, the best teen movies represent the variety of experiences that come from discovering yourself (and others) at this age. And thankfully, as Hollywood changes for the better, there’s even more diversity to come from teen romance movies. Ideas around who’s considered to be leading character-worthy or who gets to be a love interest are (finally) changing, and we feel secure enough to say there are both teen rom-coms and tissue-worthy romantic teen movies for everyone today.

From Theo James to Max Brown: here’s to all of Downton Abbey’s most handsome men
Whether it’s a Ken doll footman or an heir presumptive pledging eternal devotion, the men of Downton have had pantaloons dropping both upstairs and down for the last decade
From Lady Edith’s audacious reclaiming of her daughter to the swift dismissal of Nanny West, and the Dowager Countess of Grantham’s cutting delivery of, ‘Do you promise?’ – Downton Abbey has delivered no shortage of fiery moments over its stratospheric 15-year run.
But if you ask us, the screen truly smoulders when certain gentlemen take their turn in the spotlight. Whether it’s a Ken doll footman or an heir presumptive pledging eternal devotion (‘I will love you until the last breath leaves my body’), knees weaken and corsets loosen both upstairs and down.
In honour of Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale and our October cover star, Elizabeth McGovern, Tatler has created the definitive list of the most devastatingly handsome men to ever set foot in the halls of Highclere Castle.

25 best period dramas on Netflix that are perfect for a spot of nostalgia
Throw it back with these classics.
Period dramas on Netflix are like our on-screen versions of comfort eating – they give us that warm, cosy feeling inside, perfect as a little escape from the current status quo. And who doesn’t want a good dose of comfort at all times? We’re hankering for days gone by, and period dramas are the perfect way to bask in the golden age.
Maybe it’s the corsets? The crowns? The ballgowns? Or even the strapping suitors in black-tie?! Whatever the reason, sometimes a dose of high society drama is exactly what we need for a bit of escapism.

Fashion Insiders Know That Now is The Best Time To Buy A Timeless Trench Coat For Autumn
They’re the ultimate transitional coverup
As I write this, it’ll most likely come as no surprise to hear that there is a flurry of rain outside my window. While the British weather is unpredictable at the best of times, with autumn now inching closer, it’s becoming even more so. With that in mind, there’s one item your wardrobe desperately needs right now: a trench coat.
A staple of the super-stylish for decades, a transitional trench coat is the perfect investment piece for this season and beyond. First created for the military in World War One, as a lighter, waterproof alternative to heavy army coats, it has never strayed too far from its roots.

6 Workwear Staples Every Chic Professional Needs in Her Wardrobe
The secret to stress-free mornings
We’ve all been there: you were meant to leave five minutes ago, you still haven’t set foot in the bathroom, and suddenly every item of clothing you own feels wrong—too tight, too creased, too questionable to be worn in public… Invariably, it happens on the very day you needed to actually be on time—big board meeting, a whispered hint at promotion, or a client call destined to only add to the stress. All realities of working life, in all their unglamorous glory.
But there is a way to avoid all of this faff (apart from the laundry pile, that is still on you). Allow us to remind you of the capsule work wardrobe.

13 biggest autumn nail trends you need to know for 2025
Perfect for those ready to transition from summer to autumn manicure.
It may still be August, but for those looking for a jumpstart on the autumn nail trends, we asked our favourite nail artists to spill the deets on their top trend predictions for the nail art and nail shades we’ll be wearing all autumn season – whether you’re more of a mani minimalist, or you want something super statement.
So, if you want to jump into cosy season nails first, here’s the autumn nail trends to have on your radar…

23 petite clothing brands that women under 5ft 4 should have on their radar
According to two petite fashion editors.
Why is shopping for the best petite clothing brands so hard? Honestly, if you think browsing endless online clothing stores is tiresome, try being short at the same time.
Petite is defined, albeit loosely, as anyone below the height of 5ft 4 inches. So, you might be surprised to know that according to the Office of National Statistics the average height of women in the UK is actually 5ft 3in. With the average woman in the UK actually considered ‘petite,’ petite women aren’t as ‘specialist’ as some brands may have you believe. But as a freelance fashion heads who land at exactly 5ft 2 and 5ft 4 inches tall, or short, Harriet Davey and Hattie Cotmore would say it’s their duty to help out their fellow petite women to find clothes that actually fit.

Ready to upgrade your classic denim jacket? These Mango alternatives are set to rule autumn 2025
There are six key styles to choose from.
The denim jacket is a classic that returns season after season, with a guaranteed spot in our autumn wardrobes. Although it comes to life during the chillier months, the denim jacket is a trans-seasonal necessity, whether adding a structured edge to spring mini-dresses or a slouchy feel to an otherwise squeaky-clean corporate get-up.
Tracey Panek, a historian at Levi Strauss & Co., previously told Glamour, “By the ’50s, wearing denim was often associated with juvenile delinquency. Jeans were even banned in some schools, and denim became the nonconformists’ uniform of choice.”
Few garments boast such a wide range as the humble denim jacket; it brings together all factions of the fashion pack, consolidating itself as a generation-defying piece, whether your reference point is Lindsay Lohan in The Parent Trap – you know the one – or Britney Spears and Justin Timberlake’s double denim moment at the 2001 American Music Awards.
For autumn 2025, six models in particular are taking centre stage: cropped, trench, leather-effect, fitted, fitted with pockets (!), and rinse-wash. Which one is your favourite?

These are the best teeth whitening strips for a dazzling smile without the hassle
Something to smile about.
For anyone looking to brighten their smile without leaving home, teeth whitening strips offer an easy, cost-effective way to lift stains and enhance your daily oral care routine. Think of it in the same way as your skin. If you’re applying a hard-working serum on top of a makeup-covered face, it won’t be as effective. Likewise, if you keep your teeth squeaky clean, top-up tooth whiteners and whitening toothpaste can make a big difference.

Searching For A Softer Blonde Hairstyle? Try The ‘Scandi Hairline’
A hairstylist breaks down how to recreate the face-framing hairstyle…
By contrast to the rest of the fashion week carousel, Copenhagen Fashion Week has always centred upon the trends we want to emulate in the every day. Gone are the high-fashion, otherworldly gowns from couture week or the fledgling trends of LFW, and in their place a street-style scene brimming with clever styling hacks, easy tailoring and wearable beauty trends.
The latest of which – a hairstyle coined the ‘Scandi hairline’ – is yet another easy-to-copy aesthetic that dominated CPHFW SS26 this season. Along with the sudden infiltration of bandanas (the silk scarf that’s being resurrected from the fashion archives), the soft blonde hairstyle was front and centre of Copenhagen’s street-style scene, perfectly exemplifying that effortlessly cool Scandi style we all want to recreate, and has since been taking hold in salons and on social media.

A Guide to Prince William and Kate Middleton’s Many, Many Homes
Before the Prince and Princess of Wales relocate to Forest Lodge in Windsor Great Park, revisit their house-hopping ways, which first started when they were students at St. Andrews University in Scotland.
Prince William and Kate Middleton are packing up and moving, again. The Wales family’s new home will be Forest Lodge in Windsor Great Park, only five miles away from Adelaide Cottage, where they currently live. Built in the 1700s and last renovated in 2001, Forest Lodge is a stately Georgian mansion fit for a future king and queen. The move sparked controversy when The Mail on Sunday reported that two separate families nearby were asked to leave their homes and were given other accommodations in Windsor Great Park.
William and Kate are no strangers to revolving real estate: They have been house hopping since they were college students at St. Andrews University in Scotland. In fact, their romance blossomed after they were already roommates.

These 6 Fall 2025 Denim Trends Already Earned the It-Girl Co-Sign
Plus, tips on styling the season’s top styles.
Without question or competition, big, baggy jeans are the defining denim trend of the 2020s; In future history books, the age of TikTok ‘fit checks and fashion Substackers will be remembered as when women wore wide-leg jeans so loose they blew in the breeze. The slouchy style continues its reign as one of fall 2025’s top denim trends, done low-rise at Stella McCartney and in dark indigo washes at Louis Vuitton. But an assortment of slimmer, straighter jeans also walked down Fall 2025’s runways and signaled that a potential denim vibe shift could be in the works.

12 Best Leggings That Don’t Slip or Pill, Tested by Fitness Experts and Editors
Stock up for the fall.
As a longtime health and fitness journalist, I’m not exaggerating when I say finding the best leggings for women has led to me testing at least 50 pairs over the past decade, from black leggings designed for running to budget-friendly Amazon pairs that rival even the most expensive options on the market. During my tireless quest to find the just-right pairs—ones with the perfect level of compression and comfy fabric that won’t slip, sag, or pill—I’ve locked in a few personal favorites. I also polled Glamour editors and fellow fitness pros to share their own reviews, taking factors like whether the leggings rolled down at any point, how sweat-wicking they were, and how well they stood up to at least five washes into account. Ahead, shop the best leggings for the gym, yoga, cardio, and lounging.

Will Taylor Swift’s Engagement Ring Launch a Trend for Old Mine Cut Diamonds?
Since Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s engagement announcement earlier today, the old mine cut diamond has already become a major topic of conversation. Millions of eyes turned to the unique, round brilliant stone on the pop star’s finger, along with the ring design by Kindred Lubeck of Artifex Fine Jewelry. The diamond shown bezel set on a thin, gold band that appears to have either engravings or additional in-laid stones, and understandably has everyone talking thanks to its large size and stunning radiance—plus, of course, its famous recipient.
“Taylor’s ring appears to be somewhere between 8 and 10 carats,” estimates Stephanie Gottlieb, a frequent jeweler of choice for Swift as she visited her now-fiancé at Chiefs games. “A natural diamond of this size could range anywhere from $400,000 to $800,000 depending on the particular specs.”

36 Halloween Nail Art Ideas That Are Equal Parts Eerie and Cute
Creepy or adorable, subtle or shocking, at-home or pro-painted—whatever your manicure MO, we’ve braaaaaaiiinstormed lots of monstrous and darkly magical nail art looks for you.
Halloween costumes come with various levels of commitment: We’ve got the planners who know a whole 11 months before the day what their theme is, the creative crafters who get to work two months ahead of time, and the 10-minutes-before-leaving-the-house crew. Did you know there’s yet another group that’s filled with Halloween spirit? They are your nail-obsessed friends. You might think a costume takes more planning than Halloween nails, but once you see this collection of intricate and beautiful designs, you’ll realize they are total works of art in their own right.
Countless nail artists are just as enthusiastic as you are about the eerie magic of October 31, with some already serving spiderweb French tips, sleek orange-and-black designs, and candy corn stripes on their grids. These fun manicure ideas can stand on their own if you’re not dressing up or serve as an awesome enhancement to a festive Halloween costume and/or makeup look. Here are the coolest ways to wear your excitement for Halloween 2025 on your fingertips.

Travis Kelce Proposed to Taylor Swift ‘Two Weeks Ago’ at His Home, His Dad Ed Reveals
The singer and the Kansas City Chiefs tight end announced their engagement on Aug. 26
Ed Kelce is sharing the details of his son Travis Kelce’s romantic proposal to Taylor Swift.
In an interview with News 5’s John Kosich, Ed revealed that the proposal took place “maybe two weeks, not quite two weeks ago” at Kelce’s home.
“He was going to put it off till this week. I think she was getting maybe a little antsy, but he was going to put her off till this week, to, you know, make some grand thing, to make it a big special event,” Ed said. “And I told him repeatedly, you know, you could do it on the side of the road, do it any place that makes it a special event … when you get down on one knee and ask her to marry you.”

Taylor Swift’s Fairytale Engagement Flowers Likely Cost Up to $38K and Used Over 2,000 Blooms, Says Expert
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce shared photos from their magical engagement in a joint Instagram post on Aug. 26
Travis Kelce pulled out all the stops for his fairytale proposal to Taylor Swift!
Fans are still swooning over all the flowers and decor it took to make the setting as magical as can be. But stunning details tend to cost a pretty penny, as an expert estimates the entire cost likely amounted up to $38,000.
Ashley Greer — a florist and owner of the D.C.-based Atelier Ashley Flowers, who worked on the Obama White House Christmas trees — is breaking down that cost to PEOPLE, including the types of flowers used and what structures were needed to make it all come together.

Jennifer Hudson Tells Viola Davis How She Found Her Happy Place
After 20 years of navigating the highs and lows of stardom, Jennifer Hudson is finding her happy place, or at least trying to. It’s not easy when, as the host of The Jennifer Hudson Show, she maintains one of the most grueling schedules in show business. But in true JHud style, she’s approaching it with the same spirit and resolve that’s defined her since her breakthrough on American Idol. As she settles in for some R&R ahead of the fourth season of her daytime talk show (more spirit tunnels!), the 44-year-old Chicagoan tells her fellow EGOT winner Viola Davis how she stays blessed and motivated.

The 9 Best Foods for All-Day Energy, Backed by Nutrition Experts
Skip the caffeine and reach for these naturally energizing foods instead.
If you’re constantly feeling sluggish and tired, it’s worth looking at your diet. You may need to incorporate more foods rich in energy, as certain types are more effective than others for fueling your body. Case in point: Some foods provide sustainable long-term energy, while others give a fast boost and a quick crash, making it difficult to go about your daily tasks.
Not to mention, different nutrients energize the body in different ways. Macronutrients—which include carbs, protein, and fat—directly provide calories, or energy. Other nutrients benefit how your body digests these macronutrients and uses them for fuel. Yet other nutrients reduce hunger, a common cause for low energy levels. By eating more foods with these nutrients, you may be able to increase your overall stamina. The following foods, recommended by dieticians, are a great place to start. Learn why each food supports energy and get ideas for enjoying them at home.

These 7 Home Décor Trends Are a Big Waste of Money, Interior Designers Warn
Don’t include these in your floor plan.
Your home décor is one of the bigger long-term investments you’ll make, so it’s worth thinking beyond quick fixes or cheap thrills. Sure, it can be tempting to buy a trendy discount piece or something mass-produced, but these things can end up costing you when you inevitably have to replace them.
Instead, designers suggest slowing down and focusing on timeless, high-quality pieces that add comfort, durability, and character to your space. These are the kinds of investments that don’t just fill a room, but actually elevate it. Here, interior designers share the trends to stay away from and what to do instead.

A Gorgeous, Historic Venice Hotel Just Reopened With Chic Suites and a Rooftop Bar—and We Were the First to Check In
Hotel Gabrielli in Venice reopens after years of meticulous restorations, and Travel + Leisure was the first in.
It was an emotional moment for everyone, as our water taxi approached the Riva degli Schiavoni waterfront promenade and the lagoonside entrance to Hotel Gabrielli Venezia – Starhotels Collezione. On board with me was general manager Salvatore Pisani, who has overseen the years-long restoration of this storied Venice lodging that reopened on August 25. Impeccable in his powder blue linen suit, Pisani opened the automatic doors with a sweep of his hands, and we were the first guests to step into this Venice legend.

This May Be the Most Beautiful Road in Texas—with Desert Canyons, Stunning Mountain Views, and Bubbling Hot Springs
Here’s how to take on one of the most gorgeous drives in the Lone Star State.
As you drive out of Marfa on Ranch Road 2810, miles of open land sprawl out on all sides, with green and golden swaying grass speckled here and there with cattle. The rolling hills seem endless—but drive far enough, and the landscape shifts.
Suddenly, around 32 miles southwest of Marfa, the pavement ends, the ground drops away precipitously, and the gentle plains give way to craggy rocks and steep, dramatic mountains. If you keep driving, you’ll descend into Pinto Canyon along the Pinto Canyon Road, one of the most stunning drives in the state of Texas.

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