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Darlings, it’s TUESDAY and that calls for a day of keeping reality at bay for as long as possible, don’t you find? Let’s all be cozy and fabulous in Sweden today, just for the hell of it.

Legendary Italian Fashion Designer Valentino Garavani Has Passed Away Aged 93
The end of an era
The legendary Italian fashion designer Valentino Garavani—most widely known by the single moniker ‘Valentino’—passed away in Rome yesterday, on January 19 2026, aged 93. The sad news was announced via Instagram in a statement from the Valentino Garavani and Giancarlo Giammetti Foundation that stated he “peacefully passed away… at his residence in Rome, surrounded by the love of his family.”
Garavani founded his eponymous luxury fashion house in 1959, and soon earned worldwide renown as a master of glamour, refined elegance and timeless femininity. One of the most celebrated couturiers of the 20th century (and beyond), he dressed the likes of Audrey Hepburn, Elizabeth Taylor, Princess Margaret and Sophia Loren, and famously designed Jacqueline Kennedy’s dress for her 1968 wedding to Aristotle Onassis.

A Valentino Retrospective: 10 Defining Moments in History
At the news of Valentino Garavani’s passing, we take a look back at the iconic house’s rich history
Italian fashion legend Valentino Garavani—the founder of the Valentino fashion house and creator of the iconic Valentino red—has died at the age of 93. The news was announced by his foundation. The Roman couturier, celebrated for more than six decades of elegance, craftsmanship and red-carpet glamour, passed away at his home in Rome surrounded by loved ones. Funeral arrangements in the city have been announced, with the designer’s legacy already prompting tributes across the fashion world.

Read Brooklyn Beckham’s full statement about parents Victoria and David here
The eldest son of Victoria and David Beckham took to Instagram last night to speak out on the fraught situation.
Brooklyn Peltz Beckham has released a statement about his parents, Victoria and David Beckham, saying that he does not wish to reconcile with his family.
After years of rumours, the 26-year-old took to Instagram last night (20 January), to share his side of the so-called “family feud.”
As well as detailing how his mother, Victoria, had originally agreed to design his partner, Nicola’s, wedding dress, before pulling out at the “eleventh hour”, the Beckhams’ eldest son accused his mother of dancing “inappropriately” with him when he was meant to share his first dance with his new wife.

Brooklyn Beckham Doesn’t Owe Us an Explanation
Everyone is dissecting Brooklyn Beckham’s “nuclear” statement, but the real question isn’t what happened—it’s why we feel entitled to know.
Save for a childhood obsession with The Spice Girls and a questionable fascination with ’90s-era his-and-hers dressing, I’ve never been especially interested in the Beckhams. But over the past few months, they’ve become impossible to ignore, joining that small category of families I seem to know far too much about despite making no effort to learn this information. It brings to mind a phrase so often used about the Kardashian–Jenners: everything I know about this family is against my will.
Despite not engaging with any Beckham content, I’ve been repeatedly served their posts, and—more strikingly—the commentary beneath them. What I’ve seen isn’t gossip so much as a noisy confidence among strangers: a sense that they are entitled to instruct Brooklyn Beckham on how to conduct his relationship with his own family.

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Are Reportedly Facing the ‘First Real Test of Their Relationship’
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s relationship continues to make headlines, with the A-list couple announcing their engagement in August 2025.
And with the Opalite singer and NFL star confirming that they are planning a large-scale wedding, details around the highly-anticipated nuptials, from location to A-list guests, have been going viral.
It was reported this month however, that Swift and Kelce had paused their wedding planning, deciding to slow down in order to prioritise more pressing matters.

How busy brides navigate the stress of wedding planning
Practical tools borrowed from organised brides
If we’re honest, wedding planning, no matter how fun in theory, is stressful. It doesn’t matter how many Pinterest boards you’ve curated or timelines you’ve colour-coded; there’s no magic wand to wave away the pressure, or the family drama, for that matter. But there’s good news: a few smart tricks from ultra-organised brides can make the Big Day prep feel a lot less like chaos and a lot more like fun.
It’s easy to feel buried under endless to-do lists, other people’s expectations, and your own jittery nerves. But with some careful planning, delegation (that’s what bridesmaids are for, after all), and some practical tools, the experience can shift from overwhelming to genuinely manageable. From savvy digital organisation to carving out essential time for yourself, these six strategies are the ones every bride should know before she walks down the aisle.

If Dylan Mulvaney’s SIX casting offends you, maybe theatre isn’t for you
Sorry, not sorry.
The transphobes are at it again, this time up in arms about Dylan Mulvaney’s casting in SIX: The Musical (Broadway, not the West End, to my great dismay). But let me make one thing abundantly clear: the theatre community does not stand behind this backlash. Because any true thespian knows the theatre is, and always has been, a place for everyone — free of rigid rules about identity, gender or who is “allowed” to tell a story.
The outrage kicked off when Broadway’s SIX announced its new lineup of queens, which includes TikTok stars Dylan Mulvaney and Abigail Barlow (yes, that Abigail Barlow of the unofficial Bridgerton musical that was allegedly sued by Netflix). Mulvaney will take on Anne Boleyn, while Barlow steps into the role of Katherine Howard.

47 Valentine’s Day makeup looks to fall in love with
From tonal pink to romantic goth.
Whatever your plans on 14 February, there’s always room for a dreamy Valentine’s Day makeup look to make you feel phenomenal. So, whether you’re going out with your significant other, meeting friends, or having a cosy solo night in with a takeaway, Valentine’s Day is the perfect opportunity to dig out your makeup bag and experiment. After all, it’s a celebration of self-love, too!
As for Valentine’s Day makeup inspo, we’ve already started spotting a few themes that are standing out. On one end of the spectrum is softly-spoken monochrome makeup, with tonal pink having a real moment. The trend sees variations of the shade applied across eyes, cheeks and lips for a pretty, cohesive and coordinated makeup look.

Heeled ballerinas are this season’s fashion hit – here’s how to style them
Pair this shoe of the season with these jeans, skirts and dresses for an updated springtime look.
Heeled ballerinas are back with a vengeance to make their bid as the star shoe for spring 2026, a season that celebrates functional elegance and modern femininity. This perfect hybrid between ease and sophistication is a response to our desire to dress well without sacrificing comfort, and to adapt to any dynamic lifestyle full of long days (and nights).
Far from being just a passing trend, this new take on the ballet pump reinterprets the classic silhouette with modern details: pointy toe boxes, low and stable heels, soft materials and a colour palette that ranges from timeless neutrals to subtle pastels and metallics. Their versatility makes them ideal styling pieces that are made to be worn with jeans, skirts and dresses.

Valentino Garavani, the Last Emperor of Fashion, Dies At 93
The master of wonder and creator of the Valentino fashion brand dressed first ladies, princesses, heiresses, and Hollywood divas alike.
His birth name was Valentino Clemente Ludovico Garavani. To the world at large he was Valentino, the last emperor of fashion. The Chic. He passed away at one of his residences, in Rome, on Monday, January 19. He was 93 years old
Valentino was the definition of fashion, luxury, and pure aesthetics—you need only look to his collections for proof as much: simplicity distorted by a single theatrical touch (a bow, a puff, a neckline, a detail, a plunge bearing the heart). Look to that shade of red which takes his name to understand that he wasn’t just an excellent couturier (itself no small thing), he was a master of dreams devoted to beauty and enchantment. Beauty has always been the pinnacle to which Valentino relentlessly aspired, a passion he could not do without. And we are not just talking about red carpets or princess gowns, but the all-around beauty that permeated every moment of his life, flowing out of everything he did.

Valentino Garavani Dies, Aged 93
The designer occupied the exalted cultural nexus between royalty, society and celebrity, living by the simple mantra ‘I always wanted to make women beautiful.’
Valentino Garavani, the longest serving couturier of the 20th and 21st centuries, died on January 19 in his Roman residence, surrounded by loved ones, his foundation announced in a press statement. He was 93 years old.
Decorated with the Cavaliere di Gran Croce and Chevalier de la Légion d’honneur, the highest honours accorded by the governments of Italy and France, as well as British Fashion Council’s Outstanding Achievement Award, among many other honors, he lived by the simple mantra ‘I always wanted to make women beautiful.’
His clients included such dazzling personalities as Princess Diana, Marella Agnelli, Jacqueline de Ribes, as well as Anne Hathaway, Gwyneth Paltrow and Jennifer Lopez, with the designer occupying the exalted cultural nexus between royalty, society and celebrity.

Clashing Your Gloves With Your Winter Coat Is Trending. Here’s 6 Ways To Wear It
A handy trend, if ever!
As we slowly trudge towards the end of January, we could all do with an uplift — be it emotional or sartorial. Choosing to wear colours that sit outside of the usual winter palette is one way to temporarily trick our minds into feeling a little brighter. And how to do it best right now? With a pair of contrast-colour gloves that bring an equally surprising and stylish addition to any outfit.

‘Lord Of The Rings’ Trilogy 25th Anniversary Event Rings Up $11M In Worldwide Box Office
While Lord of the Rings fans are waiting for the next installment in the franchise — the Andy Serkis-directed The Hunt for Gollum in December 2027 — they returned to cinemas this weekend to see Peter Jackson’s 25th anniversary of The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (2001) as well as its two sequels, The Two Towers from 2002 and Return of the King from 2003.
Combined, the entire re-issue of the New Line trilogy via Fathom Entertainment did $9 million at the domestic box office this frame, with another $1.5M from offshore markets for a combined global weekend of $10.5M.

How the Whimsical Phone Case Became the New Gen Z Status Symbol
The more eccentric the case, the better the mirror selfie.
Be honest: Just how much did you actually care about your phone case a decade ago? For most of the 2010s, phone cases were firmly relegated to the background. You bought one once—maybe twice—and then didn’t think about it again for years. Most people defaulted to clear plastic or neutral silicone, choices meant to first and foremost protect their screens rather than make a statement. But lately, the phone case has stepped into the spotlight. No longer dismissed as an afterthought, it’s increasingly treated like an accessory in its own right. It’s not quite jewelry, but it’s no longer just tech, either. Over the past few years, especially as phones have become constant companions, the case has transformed into something personal, visible, and an unexpected avenue for self-expression.

I’m Bored of My Long Hair—But Cutting It Feels Like Losing Something Deeper
After a routine appointment became an unexpected reckoning, I’d stayed away from the salon for years—until now.
In the summer of 2024, I almost caught the bob bug. Ushered back into popularity by celebrities like Hailey Bieber, Zendaya, and Lily Collins, it felt like everyone was getting a chin-length crop, and I just about did, too—until I was in the salon chair. My passionate conviction that I could rock a Parisian-chic chop suddenly dissipated. Instead, I ended up with an awkward, collarbone-grazing lob that screamed inability to commit. I immediately began to stir with regret, yet when the hairdresser asked me if I was happy with my new ‘do, I smiled politely and nodded. During the drive home, I obsessed over my reflection in the car mirror and tried to convince myself that I liked my shorter look. But I couldn’t shake the fact that I didn’t feel like myself.

A Red Dress Celebration in Memoriam of Valentino Garavani
“Valentino, live 100 years!” declared Jacqueline Kennedy in 1966. The couturier came close to doing so: News of his death—at 93—was announced today.
Valentino Garavani had the rare distinction of having his own Pantone color, Valentino Red. “When you see a woman in a beautiful red evening dress it’s really something special,” Valentino has said, and he’s proved the point over and over since showing his first red dress, called Fiesta in 1959. (Pierpaolo Piccioli paid homage to this garment in his fall 2022 couture collection for the house.)
“Valentino has superstitions that became status symbols. He did red once, and now you have red in every collection,” his business partner Giancarlo Giammetti told Vogue in 1985. “Most of our statements came to be because we are romantic; we don’t like to throw away things we like or that bring good luck.” In memory of the designer we are revisiting the collection of fortune-bringing red dresses first gathered to mark his 90th year.

Valentino Garavani, Couturier to the Stars, Has Died at 93
Valentino Garavani, the Roman couturier who launched his label in 1960 and found worldwide fame dressing European royals, American first ladies, and stars of the day, has died at his home in Rome. He was 93.
With his exacting pattern-making, signature hue of poppy red, and eye for feminine details like bows, ruffles, lace, and embroideries, Valentino was one of the key architects of late 20th century glamour. Val’s Gals, as his coterie was often called, included Elizabeth Taylor, Audrey Hepburn, and Sophia Loren. Jackie Kennedy wore a white gown of Valentino’s creation for her wedding to Aristotle Onassis, and decades later the designer interpreted a mint green gown he had made for the former first lady in 1967 for Jennifer Lopez’s appearance at the 2003 Oscars. In 2001 Julia Roberts accepted her Best Actress award for Erin Brokovich in a vintage black and white Valentino gown.

Happy 61st birthday to the Duchess of Edinburgh! Celebrate Sophie with 61 glorious photos of her remarkable royal life
Celebrate the poised and passionate Duchess of Edinburgh, formerly Sophie Wessex, as she turns 61 on 20 January
The Duchess of Edinburgh: the Royal Family’s ‘secret weapon’, Queen Elizabeth II’s ‘favourite daughter-in-law’ and a ‘savvy peacemaker’ capable of smoothing the choppy waters between the Sussexes and the rest of The Firm; there are no shortage of extraordinary claims that have been made about the royal, who turns 61 today.
Sophie Rhys-Jones first met Prince Edward in 1987 while she was working in the public relations department of Capital Radio. However, it was another six years until the couple started dating. In a reflection of the high esteem in which she was held by the late Queen Elizabeth II, Prince Philip and other senior royals, Sophie was invited to join the royal family at their private sanctuaries of Balmoral and the Royal Yacht Britannia, even before her engagement to Prince Edward was announced in January 1999. They married later that same year.

Frank Sinatra Musical Sets London West End Transfer
“Sinatra The Musical” will make its West End premiere this summer, with performances beginning June 3 at the Aldwych Theatre in London.
The production, which played a sold-out run at Birmingham Rep in 2023, showcases more than 20 signature songs from the legendary crooner’s catalog, including “That’s Life,” “One For My Baby,” “The Best Is Yet to Come” and “Come Fly With Me.”
The musical opens on New Year’s Eve 1942, as a 27-year-old Sinatra prepares to take the stage at New York’s Paramount Theatre for a career-defining performance. The narrative follows his rapid ascent to stardom, his marriage to Nancy Sinatra, and his tumultuous affair with Ava Gardner, which coincides with a dramatic downturn in his career. The story culminates with Sinatra’s historic comeback, driven by his dedication to family and relentless artistic determination.

7 Genius Ways to Hide Trash Cans in Your Kitchen, According to Designers
Keep these eyesores tucked away and out of sight.
Finding a spot in your kitchen for a trash can is tricky. You want it to be easily accessible so that detritus doesn’t end up on the kitchen counter, but you also don’t want to see or smell this receptacle—ever.
The solution? Hide your trash can in plain sight, while still making it easy to access. Fortunately, there are a few clever, tried-and-true ideas that designers swear by for keeping garbage out of sight and out of mind.

5 Simple Changes That Can Dramatically Reduce Allergens in Your Home
Breathe easier with these small lifestyle adjustments.
If you struggle with allergies, it’s possible the air in your home is worsening them. Even if you keep a clean home, allergens can linger in the air and your soft furnishings, such as your bed, couch, and carpets.
Dust mites, pet dander, and pollen are common triggers of allergies in your home. “Dust mites tend to live in fabrics, such as bedding, carpet, and curtains,” says Jhon LeBaron, co-owner of Primavera Cleaning Service. “Pet dander is very similar, gathering in fabrics such as bedding, carpets, furniture, and clothing. Pollen can also be carried indoors, through the wind, or on clothing. It generally settles on surfaces and in fabrics like carpet and furniture.”
Fortunately, there are steps you can take to reduce allergens in your home. Ahead, experts share their tips for creating a cleaner, less allergen-heavy environment.

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

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