T LOunge for February 10th 2026

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It’s TUESDAY and we’re feeling the need for a LOunge where we can spread out and make a little noise. Let’s be gregarious and bombastic today! Being nice and quiet is for those other people. We’re here to be loud and fun. Take a seat and order something that comes in a color not found in nature.

The Drama Movies Every Cinephile Is Looking Forward to Seeing in 2026
Directors like Greta Gerwig, Christopher Nolan, and Steven Spielberg are set to release blockbusters this year.
There’s nothing like an excellent drama movie—one that transports you into a captivating narrative and challenges your point of view. While the best dramas of 2025 are currently the subject of awards season celebrations, it’s time to start looking forward to the films heading to theaters in 2026.
This year, several of Hollywood’s biggest directors are set to release new films, from Christopher Nolan’s take on The Odyssey to Steven Spielberg’s latest alien invasion to David Lowery’s highly anticipated Mother Mary. Below, we’re tracking the genre-bending romances, blockbuster epics, and indie darlings that are sure to be among the best drama movies of 2026. (If you still need to catch up on last year’s award winners, check out our list of the best drama movies of 2025.)

The ‘Red, White & Royal Blue’ Sequel Is Currently Filming—Prepare for a ‘Red, White & Royal Wedding’
Everything We Know About the ‘Red, White & Royal Blue’ Sequel Coming to Prime Video
Get ready for the next chapter in Alex and Henry’s love story.
Red, White & Royal Blue was one of 2023’s biggest surprise hits. Based on Casey McQuiston’s popular (and #BookTok-beloved) queer romance novel of the same name, the Prime Video rom-com tells the love story of Alex Claremont-Diaz (Taylor Zakhar Perez), son of the first female U.S. President, and Prince Henry (Nicholas Galitzine) of the United Kingdom. After the two total opposites are forced to fake a friendship following an international incident involving a royal wedding cake, they fall for each other and must keep their romance a secret.

Perfume Milks Are Trending for 2026 and Your Body Care Routine Will Never Be the Same
Fragrance fans, this one is for you.
Although lactonic, milky scents have exploaded in popularity over the last few months, it appears that perfume milks are set to be one of 2026’s biggest fragrance trends. At the end of January, viral perfume brand NOYZ released what it calls the Mylk De Parfum—aka a fine fragrance in the form of a “body milk.” Two of my favorite beauty categories in one formulation? I was listening. Malena Higuera, NOYZ’s chief operating officer, clued me in on the thinking behind it: “For decades, the experience of wearing fine fragrance has looked almost the same.” And for her, that sameness created a “clear opportunity to…rethink how fragrance could live in people’s daily routines without compromising performance.” She wasn’t wrong. The Mylk De Parfum formula doesn’t just smell good—it changes the entire experience of wearing scent.

Emma Roberts’s Faux Bob Hairstyle Is Actually a Genius Idea For Commitment-Phobes
Short hair’s regin isn’t over.
What do you do when you’re longing to join in on the bob trend (that’s totally not over yet) but you’re hesitant to commit to the chop in the event that long hair really is declared “in” again this year? If you’re Emma Roberts, you just fake it with a faux bob.
Over the weekend, the American Horror Story alum joined dozens of other celebrities in San Francisco to attend a pre-Super Bowl party thrown by Fanatics. For the event, Roberts wore a long-sleeve, black turtleneck top with a white, spotted maxi skirt and leather, pointed-toe boots. At an event that was held on the previous day, the actress had pulled her soft blonde hair into a sleek, twisted bun, but she decided to go in a completely different direction for Saturday’s glam, wearing what appears to be a lightly-tousled faux bob with natural makeup. I’m calling it a faux bob because her hairstylist, Alexandria Greco, shared a close-up video of Roberts’s look via Instagram over the weekend, and if you look closely at it, it looks like actor’s hair is cleverly tucked under to give the illusion of shorter hair.

Rare Vintage Has Never Been a Bigger Flex—But Tariffs Are Making Pulls Harder
Showrooms, dealers, and individual resellers have been feeling the impact of President Donald Trump’s tariffs on imports. And it’s affecting who gets what.
Alexis Novak has been on the hunt for her next great fashion find for as long as she can remember.
The founder of Tab Vintage, an archival vintage studio based in Los Angeles, grew up flipping through fashion magazines and frequenting flea markets. “I’ve always loved thrifting, digging, finding,” Novak tells Marie Claire. “I used to go to Goodwill out of need—and that was not as cool as it is now.”
Despite her interest in vintage fashion early on, she never envisioned making a business out of it. Instead, she became a preschool and yoga teacher. “I was like, okay, I’m going to make a difference in this way,” she recalls.

Princess Margaret’s Children “Broke Their Father’s Heart” When They Auctioned Off Her Jewels, Including Her “Bathtub Tiara”
Antony Armstrong-Jones reportedly “wrote to his children asking them to stop” the sale.
February 9 marks the 24th anniversary of Princess Margaret’s death, and although the stories of her vivacious (and sometimes controversial) personality live on, the bulk of her incredible jewelry collection no longer belongs to her family. Margaret’s two children, Sarah Chatto and David Linley, auctioned off many of their mother’s belongings after her 2002 death. Although their primary reason for selling was to pay off a £3 million inheritance tax bill, it’s a decision that is said to have caused their late dad a considerable amount of pain.
Antony Armstrong-Jones and Princess Margaret divorced in 1978, but his kids’ decision to sell off their mother’s wedding tiara and other sentimental objects was “heartbreaking” for the famed photographer, according to a 2023 documentary, Secrets of the The Royals.

‘Virgin River’ Season 7: Everything We Know
The hit romance series is officially Netflix’s longest-running English-language drama.
There’s just something charming about a small-town drama, and Virgin River may as well be the coziest of them all. The beloved show, based on a series of romance novels by Robyn Carr, follows Melinda “Mel” Monroe (played by Alexandra Breckenridge), a midwife who moves to a remote town in search of a fresh start. There, she meets Jack Sheridan (Martin Henderson), a veteran and local bar owner with whom she falls in love. Season 6 centered on their long-awaited wedding, with the couple finally getting married in the finale.
Fans can’t get enough of the two lovebirds and their friends and families—and Netflix is well aware. Before season 6 even aired, the show was renewed for season 7, making the feel-good drama the “longest-running English-language drama series.”
So, as we prepare to return to our favorite California town, we’re breaking down everything we know about Virgin River season 7 so far.

8 Best Hair Straighteners and Flatirons for Smooth, Damage-Free Strands
New technology has revolutionized the humble hair tool.
The best hair straighteners you’ll find today are sleeker, smarter, and far more protective than the sizzling flatirons of the early aughts that left hair crunchy and burnt. Here, we’ve tested more than 20 new or popular models over the past year to see which ones actually deliver shiny, frizz-free straight hair without frying your strands. Our top pick, the Silk’n SilkyStraight 2-in-1 Hair Straightener and Curling Iron, balances power without causing heat damage with gentle heat settings that leave a glossy finish. We’ve also included editor-loved drugstore finds, pro favorites for natural textures, and more for every hair type and length. Whether you’re fighting frizz and static from frigid temps or going for a sleek look for your next special event, these are the flatirons worth your time.

How the Super Bowl Bride’s Wedding Dress Came to Be
Designer Hayley Paige didn’t know her gown was to be worn by a real-life bride until the “last minute.”
Among the many surprises in Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl LX Halftime Show (Gaga! Ricky Martin!), one stood out for its romance: A couple got married—legally, for real—in the middle of the concert. The couple’s identity has so far not been disclosed (apparently they invited Benito to their wedding and he one-upped their idea with the halftime show bit), but we do know something just as important, fashion-wise: all the deets on the dress.
Per the The New York Times, dress designer Hayley Paige was asked to supply a few dresses in January “but did not know until the last minute that her dress would be worn during the show.”

Chocolate Pots de Crème with Maple Caramel and Salt
Perfect for making ahead, these rich milk chocolate custards are topped with maple-infused caramel and large flakes of sea salt to heighten the flavors.
When he worked at Le Bernardin, pastry chef Michael Laiskonis served this milk-chocolaty dessert in an eggshell with caramel foam; it was known as “the egg.” It’s just as good in ramekins, topped with a simple caramel sauce enhanced by maple syrup.
Laiskonis calls for both milk and dark chocolate here, melting the two together to create a custom-blended dark milk chocolate that’s offers best of both worlds: It retains the creamy quality of milk chocolate while bolstering the cacao content so that the flavor does not get lost in the custard.

How Princess Margaret’s wedding tiara broke with royal convention
Unlike other royal brides, the Queen’s younger sister bought the Poltimore Tiara, rather than borrowing from the royal vaults
Beautiful, stylish and somewhat rebellious, Princess Margaret was known for doing things her own way, which often meant she broke with royal tradition. This was certainly the case when she married society photographer and ladies’ man, Anthony Armstrong-Jones, not only becoming the first daughter of a King to marry a ‘commoner’ in hundreds of years, but also breaking protocol in her choice of tiara.

Fashion isn’t ready for the rise of AI stylists
With more and more people heading to ChatGPT for fashion advice, brands and retailers are unleashing AI styling tools to take over your wardrobes. Will this make fashion more stale, risk-averse and boring?
Magazines, blogs and makeover shows have been dictating our wardrobes for decades. Who hasn’t rolled their eyes at Cosmo columns insisting horizontal stripes will make you look wider, or hostile rules chastising anyone who dared mix black and navy? But while, in the past, style formation relied on discovery and friction – from the jacket you swiped from your dad’s closet to decoding some inscrutable editor’s reaction on the front row – fashion advice today is turning increasingly algorithmic.
Picture this. Your long-distance, low-commitment, casual pretend boyfriend is in town. You’re gearing up for the most romantic weekend of your life, but then, the dreaded question hits: What do I wear? With all avenues exhausted, you turn to that omnipresent oracle – ChatGPT. “Give me a chic but sexy date-night outfit that’s budget-friendly but still makes me look expensive,” you plead.

Emma D’Arcy Tells Bella Ramsey Why Movie Stars Should Pack Their Own Lunch
In late 2024, when The Other Place opened at London’s National Theatre, British audiences were wowed by playwright and theatre director Alexander Zeldin’s utterly modern and naturalistic take on Antigone. Starring Emma D’Arcy, best known for House of the Dragon, and Tobias Menzies, who played Prince Philip in The Crown, the play harnesses the enduring themes of Sophocles original tragedy and updates them for the contemporary family psychodrama. “When I was younger, I fundamentally didn’t get it,” D’Arcy says of the original Greek text. “But as an adult, I’ve come to understand that the work is in trying to undo the knot.” When it was announced that the play would be transferring to New York for a monthlong run at The Shed, another knot presented itself: the frayed state of American politics. “It’s a really extreme time to be going to America,” D’Arcy told The Last of Us star Bella Ramsey when the two got on Zoom last month. But live theater, the 33-year-old actor found, can be its own conduit for empathy, curiosity, and civic engagement. As the Golden Globe nominee sheds their Targaryen skin for something a little less fantastical, D’Arcy and Ramsey exchanged notes on combatting fascism, interrogating trauma, and the importance of making your own lunch.

The 6 Best Winter Produce Picks to Eat in February
Add these seasonal fruits and vegetables to your shopping cart.
Eating the season is easy when the market is full of bright, green leafy vegetables, colorful berries, and all that inspiring spring and summer produce. But February shopping can look just as vibrant; there are plenty of delicious, seasonal specialties to make the most of this month.
The perks of eating what’s in season? Pricing, taste, and the ability to match what grows naturally locally, leaning into your cravings. Imagine that! Nature knows our palate better than we know ourselves, sometimes.

The Screws Every Homeowner Should Always Have, According to a DIY Expert
These are all you need for most basic home projects.
Whether you’re tackling a major home repair or are simply hoping to become more confident with DIY projects, having the right tools and materials on hand makes all the difference. But it can be hard to know where to start. The good news? You don’t need a garage full of fancy equipment to begin. Screws, in particular, are affordable, incredibly versatile, and are useful for everything from quick household fixes to large-scale projects and more complex applications.

How to Wash Hats in the Washing Machine (Without Ruining Them)
Here’s how to give your go-to hat some extra care.
There’s nothing like wearing your favorite hat while gardening in the backyard or getting active in the sunshine. Over time, hats can collect dirt and require extra care to stay clean and in good condition. From sweat stains to makeup residue, your go-to hat needs a wash now and then. However, not every hat belongs in the washing machine.
We spoke with experts about how to safely wash hats in the washing machine. Ahead, they share best practices for which hats can go in the wash, which ones cannot, and how to properly spot clean and dry them.

12 Analog Habits That Make Everyday Life Feel Less Overwhelming
Limit screen time with these analog habits.
Let’s face it, we live in a digital world. Cell phones have made it easier to connect with loved ones, pay our bills, watch our favorite TV shows, and so much more. And while these technological advances can improve our daily lives tremendously, there are benefits to scaling back how much time we spend on our phones.
While it’s difficult (and often impractical) to live without cell phones, there are ways to limit screen time and return to a somewhat or mostly analog life. Committing to a few simple daily swaps, such as writing down grocery lists or flipping through a newspaper, can encourage you to put down your phone and be more present. By making these changes, you may also find that you feel less stressed and overwhelmed and have more time to do the things you love.

I’ve Visited Vermont for 20 Years and This Is Its Most Underrated Town—With a Historic Creamery and Green Mountain Charm
Vermont doesn’t get much cuter than this.
At first sight, the town of Grafton, Vermont, may look like nothing more than a single sloped hill with an inn, post office, and a general store. But as a walk down Main Street will prove to you, its simplicity is exactly what makes the town special.
Measuring in at just 38 square miles and with a population of 664, the town of Grafton is, by most measures, small. But its petiteness—paired with picture-perfect storybook good looks—is what makes it one of the most compelling places to visit in the Green Mountain State, and arguably, the East Coast. Located firmly off the beaten path and with strong roots that champion the local community, Grafton is the perfect place to disconnect from the rest of the world.

Robert Evans’s Legendary Memoir Captures an Epic Hollywood Rise and Fall
The man behind Chinatown, The Godfather, Rosemary’s Baby, and endless anecdotes recalls his high highs and low lows with characteristic swagger in The Kid Stays in the Picture, his peerless autobiography.
“When your back’s against the wall,” legendary Paramount studio head Robert Evans liked to say, “the impossible is possible.”
In 1994, Evans published The Kid Stays in the Picture, one of the most entertaining Hollywood memoirs of all time. Writing like the gangsters and gamblers he admired (and resembled), the wily, passionate producer, studio head, and actor tells the story of a life more melodramatic and topsy-turvy than many of his famous films. And Evans was responsible for so many films: The Odd Couple, Rosemary’s Baby, Love Story, Chinatown, The Godfather, Harold and Maude, Paper Moon, The Conversation, Romeo and Juliet, and Marathon Man, just to name a few.

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