T LOunge for September 12th 2025

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PinBlack Rock Restaurant – Oia, Santorini, Greece

Throw your arms out to the side, close your eyes, tilt your head back and have yourself that Titanic “king of the world” moment. You’ve earned it, because today is FRIDAY and we’re here to inform you that all of those woes and concerns that have been hounding you all week? Don’t matter. Have a seat. Order a drink and some nibblies.

Alien star Sigourney Weaver is too scared of the creatures in Alien: Earth to watch it alone
“I have to make a date with my husband because I don’t want to see it by myself in case one of those things comes out of the screen,” the actress revealed.
Sigourney Weaver remains wary of xenomorphs after battling them in four Alien movies.
The Avatar star told Collider that she’s enjoying FX’s Alien: Earth — Noah Hawley’s TV spinoff of the sci-fi horror franchise that made her a household name. However, the actress is too afraid of the series’ menacing extraterrestrials to watch the show alone.
“I’m watching it like a real person,” Weaver said, noting that she hasn’t watched the show via screeners. “I have to make a date with my husband because I don’t want to see it by myself in case one of those things comes out of the screen. So we have to set it up. So I’m behind seeing it, but the ones I’ve seen are fascinating.”

Why Julian Fellowes ended Downton Abbey over Nazis
To avoid the run-up to World War II, “Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale” will truly mark the end for these characters.
Julian Fellowes would rather not write a story set during World War II.
That’s why the creator of Downton Abbey decided it was time to end the story of the Crawley family after 15 years (for this generation at least).
“I didn’t really want to get into the Nazis and Germany and the lead up to the Second World War,” Fellowes tells Entertainment Weekly. “I wanted to leave at a time when that had not yet become apparent as a threat.”

‘Big Little Lies’ Season 3 Edges Closer as HBO Taps Francesca Sloane to Write First Episode
The ‘Mr. & Mrs. Smith’ co-creator has also signed an overall deal at HBO.
A third season of Big Little Lies is ramping up at HBO, as the cable and streaming outlet has hired Mr. & Mrs. Smith co-creator Francesca Sloane to write a first episode of the show.
Sloane has also signed a two-year overall deal with HBO, where she’ll also develop and produce other material. Big Little Lies is now formally in development again there, following years of speculation about a potential third season — a good bit of which came from its core cast and creative team.

Flared Jeans are Back for Autumn/Winter 2025—and They’re More Versatile Than You Might Think
It’s high time to try the controversial denim silhouette for yourself
It’s been a whole six months since the internet experienced the great flared jeans debate—a contentious argument that divided everyone from denim experts to half of MC HQ, about whether flared jeans were, in fact, about to make their their way back into our wardrobes.
As a result, the summer months saw a slight uptick in the denim silhouette—but it was the Autumn/Winter 2025 runways that cemented their return for the season ahead.
Designers moved away from the flared jeans’ Noughties connotations and instead took a more modern approach. At Chanel, Chloé and Balenciaga, it was all about high-rise cuts in true blue and dark denim washes—not a 2000s-adjacent low-slung waist, bleach-mark, or rip in sight.

Summer Might Be Over, But the Fashion Set’s Obsession With Boat Shoes Certainly Isn’t
The unexpectedly perfect between-seasons shoe you never knew you needed
I don’t know about you, but the sudden change in weather has got me excited for the new season. From light jackets to richer colour palettes, I’m honing in on any trends that I can wear now and carry through into the imminent colder days, too.
First, it was leather jackets I was lusting after, thanks to their ability to keep me dry through all the unexpected showers, then cosy yet versatile cardigans were at the top of my wish list. Now, I’m turning my eye to trans-seasonal shoe trends—and there’s one style I’ve found myself drawn to above all: boat shoes.

Selena Gomez Has Confirmed Details Around Her A-List Wedding Guest List
Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco have been front and centre this season, with the A-list couple confirming their engagement last year.
And with inside sources reporting that the highly-anticipated nuptials will take place later this month, details around the wedding of the year are going viral.
It was the wedding guest list that made headlines this week, as Gomez confirmed details around the A-list attendees while promoting Only Murders in the Building season five.

The Viral Pilates by Izzy Challenge is Known as One of the Toughest – I Tried It for 25 Days and My Core Strength Has Skyrocketed
You don’t need to scroll far on YouTube to stumble across a Pilates workout. From classical mat routines to hybrid sessions that blend yoga and strength training, there’s something to be found on the platform for everyone. It’s why when one instructor’s name keeps popping up across social media, my curiosity as a health writer kicks in.
That’s exactly what happened with Izzy Samuel, the Perth-based Pilates instructor whose workouts have taken over TikTok and YouTube. Since launching her channel in late 2024, she’s already amassed over half a million subscribers, thanks, in large part, to her signature 25-day challenge, which combines traditional Pilates principles with resistance training over a series of twenty-five daily 25-minute workouts.

How to apply mascara correctly, according to a pro makeup artist
Zero clumps or smudges.
From under eye smudges to clumps and flakes, learning how to apply mascara correctly is important for any eye look. There’s nothing worse than applying a full face of makeup, only for your best mascara to end up in smears or black (or brown) specks across your face. Although using mascara may seem straightforward, there are a few application tips to keep in mind for the best results.

Square-toe boots will be everywhere this autumn
As comfy as they are cool.
Considering autumn is basically here (you can definitely feel the changes in the air, right?) we’re eager for the wardrobe switch. So in our opinion, it’s time to ditch sandals and swap them for loafers or a pair of the best boots – which brings us on to the style du jour: square-toe boots. While we’re so ready to pull out our jacket collection to wear while strolling with our first Pumpkin Spice Latte, we’re also already thinking ahead to winter coats and winter boots. Because as we all know, the best new season buy always sell out first.

What Is the Red-Nail Theory? Everything You Need to Know
TikTok is convinced red polish can help attract men—here’s why.
If you’ve been scrolling on TikTok and caught yourself wondering “What is the red-nail theory?” let us explain. Among the many beauty trends that have gone viral on the platform, the red-nail theory has become one of the most popular—and easiest—to re-create.
Finding the best red nail polish is a simple matter of knowing your undertones (more on that later), but what is the red-nail theory, exactly, and more important, does it actually work?

9 Best Knee-High Boots to Wear With Everything, Recommended by Editors
Because we all know your fall wardrobe isn’t complete without a pair.
No matter how you feel about fall, we can all agree that an outfit-defining pair of the best knee-high boots makes the transition a lot more enjoyable. (It doesn’t hurt that the silhouette is one of the trendiest boots of the season. Sorry, booties.) To help you find a great pair—and avoid wasting money on fall shoes you won’t love—our editors have been hard at work testing the chicest and most practical styles on the market. From understated classics like Coutgo’s surprisingly affordable pair to trendier fare like the Reformation riding boots owned by our top editor, these are the best knee-high boots in our closets (and carts) right now.

Fall Rom-Coms Have the Best Hair–Here Are 13 Nostalgic Cuts to Copy
Get ready to fall in love with these haircuts.
If you still feel that back-to-school haircut itch every September, look no further than your favorite fall rom-coms for inspiration. There’s something about those first crispy, cozy nights that just demands a nostalgic movie marathon, and chances are you’ll be calling your stylist while the credits roll.
Social media was overtaken by the Meg Ryan fall aesthetic a few years back (and cyclically since), but revisiting the rom-coms of decades past in September is not a new concept. There’s a reason why When Harry Met Sally feels like the fall movie (even though its plot spans every season), and why we pay Elle Woods a visit when we don’t have a campus of our own to return to. When the summer haze wears off, and it feels like it’s time to set our own self-improvement montages into action, it makes sense that we turn to the genre’s quirky, scrappy, lovable leads with phenomenal hair.

Survival Notes: This book offers crucial advice from celebrated artists
With wisdom from the likes of Wolfgang Tillmans, Tracey Emin, and more, Survival Notes is an essential for any young, aspiring artist
If you could seek advice from your favourite artists about making it in the art world or how to really flourish in your creative practice, what might you ask them? Maybe you’d look to Wolfgang Tillmans for guidance on fostering political curiosity and a sense of enquiry. Maybe you’d turn to Chantal Joffe to ask about nurturing self-belief. Perhaps you’d turn to Shirin Neshat with your queries about how to take courage from your own artistic intuition.
Over the course of one year, writer Lydia R Figes met with as many revered artists as she could and asked them all the question, “If you could give one piece of advice to a young, aspiring artist today, what would you say?”

7 Beautiful Ways to Decorate for Fall Without Spending a Dime
Don’t break the bank this season!
The allure of purchasing new fall décor is real; you can easily drop hundreds of dollars on cozy, seasonal design elements. However, it doesn’t have to be this way—in fact, there are many beautiful decorations that cost no money at all.
This season, we challenge you to think outside of the retail aisles—enticing though they may be—and use what you already have on hand. To help you get started, we spoke to design experts about their favorite ways to decorate for fall—all without spending a single penny.

5 Home Design Trends Taking Over Fall—From Bold Countertops to Jewel Tones
These are the hottest home trends of the season, according to Houzz.
If you’re looking for inspiration for home renovation projects this fall, we’ve got you covered.
Construction and design platform Houzz just released its 2025 U.S. Fall Design Trends Report, which breaks down emerging home design trends based on insights from its community of more than 70 million homeowners and home design enthusiasts and more than 3 million residential construction and design professionals.
Houzz found that homeowners are embracing textures, statement countertops and backsplashes, and personality-driven decisions.

How to Tackle All Your Fall Cleaning in Just an Hour a Day
Big seasonal chores, broken down into easy one-hour wins.
When the air turns crisp and the days grow shorter, a shift happens in our homes, too. We trade iced drinks for warm mugs, bring cozy blankets back into rotation, and, as many do, give our space a thorough deep clean. But if the idea of seasonal cleaning feels overwhelming, fret not. By breaking fall cleaning into manageable, focused tasks, you can give every room (and your outdoor space, too) the attention they need without disrupting your weekly cleaning routine.

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