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Let’s spread out in a spacious, sunny LOunge today, darlings. It’s TUESDAY and we feel like making a little noise. Let’s be loud together, like a family. Don’t worry, the French won’t mind.

The 2026 Met Gala Dress Code Has Been Announced—and It Leaves a Lot to the Imagination
On Monday, May 4, guests at the 2026 Met Gala will celebrate “Costume Art,” the spring exhibition at the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute. But what will they wear? Today, we at least have an idea: The Met Gala dress code for this year is “Fashion is Art.”
The directive perfectly reflects the ethos of “Costume Art,” which explores the “centrality of the dressed body” through depictions and interpretations of the human form in the Met’s extensive collection. Made up of nearly 400 objects, the show—set to occupy the Met’s new Condé M. Nast Galleries, adjacent to the Great Hall—pairs garments from the Costume Institute with paintings, sculptures, and other works spanning some 5,000 years of art history. In turn, the dress code encourages attendees to consider the many ways that designers use the body as their blank canvas.
“What connects every curatorial department and what connects every single gallery in the museum is fashion, or the dressed body,” Andrew Bolton, the curator in charge of the Costume Institute, has said. “It’s the common thread throughout the whole museum, which is really what the initial idea for the exhibition was.”

As Outlander Ends, Caitríona Balfe Enters a Brave New World—One She’s Long Been Building For Herself
After eight seasons of Outlander, Balfe talks to Vanity Fair about political advocacy, trading one beloved period romance for another with her role in Sense & Sensibility, and the advice she’d give to the stars of Heated Rivalry.
Four years ago, Caitríona Balfe longed to lead an episode of Outlander, the time-traveling Starz romance she’s starred in since 2014. “I’d been chipping away at the door like, ‘Come on guys, please. I really want to direct,’ probably since season three,” she tells Vanity Fair now. Balfe inched closer during season seven with the opportunity to direct some second unit footage. But on March 6, as part of the show’s long-awaited eighth and final season, audiences will see Balfe’s dream finally come true with episode two, the fittingly titled “Prophecies,” her directorial debut. “It’s such a buzz,” Balfe says with a smile. “Honestly, when I was directing that episode, it kind of felt like season one again. My brain was just firing on all cylinders.”

50 thriller movies that will keep you on the edge of your seat
You’ll be guessing ’til the end…
Thriller movies are best served up under the covers with a glass of wine in hand. I mean, what better way to spend our nights piecing together the puzzle of a nail-biting movie, all while feeling all the feels of suspense, surprise, anticipation and excitement?
Luckily for us, thriller films fall under plenty of subgenres. Whether it’s a tense whodunnit, a psychological mind-bender or even a dark comedy, there’s plenty of viewing material out there that can keep us entertained and terrified for hours.

This Bridgerton theory about Sophie’s wardship and true identity makes a lot of sense
What if she isn’t Lord Penwood’s daughter?
Like the rest of the world, I’m patiently awaiting more after devouring season 4 of Bridgerton. This season’s leading lady, Sophie Baek, has been a wonder to behold, righ? Just as captivating in her silver mask and sweeping gown as she is in her maid’s uniform. And clearly, Benedict agrees.
But Sophie comes with far more baggage than previous Bridgerton heroines. Unlike the debutantes of the ton, she isn’t a lady at all; she’s a maid in the Penwood household. Even Kate Sharma, despite being born out of wedlock, was still Lady Kate, publicly acknowledged by her father and stepmother. Sophie, on the other hand, was merely a ward, one who was banished to the scullery after the lord of the house died, subjected to cruelty by those she once considered family.

Heidi Klum and Her Children Take Us Behind the Scenes
It is quite the achievement to be an international supermodel. It is another thing entirely to be a beloved public figure on an ever-shifting world stage, with decades of an industry-spanning career under your belt. And still, Heidi Klum is powering full steam ahead into 2026.
The supermodel and television powerhouse is starting the year with a brand new two-part series that doesn’t just follow her professionally, but introduces her now adult children, Henry and Leni. Premiering February 22 and March 1 on ProSieben and Joyn, On and Off the Catwalk chronicles Klum at the peak of her prowess, while also shadowing Henry and Leni’s own burgeoning modeling careers.

What Happens When Fashion Designers Become Costumers
Throughout entertainment history, designers have always played a central role in the ebb and flow of pop culture.
There are occasions though, between runway shows and new collections, where they are asked to put on a new hat, that being of costume designer. Whether in close relationship with a movie director or simply contributing a custom piece for a TV show, they add a unique perspective to the industry of film costuming, with a keen eye for subtle house codes and ways of dressing characters. There are many great classic examples of such work being done, evoking Hubert Givenchy and Audrey Hepburn in ‘Breakfast at Tiffany’s’ or Paco Rabanne and Jane Fonda in ‘Barbarella.’

‘Fashioning the Crown’ Author Shares How Royal Style Became the Monarchy’s Ultimate “Soft Power”
Justine Picardie tells ‘Marie Claire’ the monarchy’s influence is largely communicated through “the power of visual impact.”
As the former editor-in-chief of Harper’s Bazaar UK, there aren’t many people that would leave Justine Picardie starstruck. But Picardie—whose latest book, Fashioning the Crown, was released February 24—tells Marie Claire that Queen Elizabeth left her feeling “entirely overwhelmed” when she first met the late monarch.
The author’s husband, Philip Astor, is one of Queen Elizabeth’s many godchildren, and he warned Picardie that many people became speechless when they were introduced to Her Majesty. Despite his heads-up, the fashion expert found herself surprised by her own reaction.
“There was a kind of humility about her, combined with absolute majesty,” she recalls. “The combination of majesty, mystique, mystery, with modesty and humility…I mean, that is the most unexpected combination of qualities that I’d ever encountered.”

Liza Minnelli Opens Up About “Girl Talk” With “Feisty Lady” Princess Diana and a Touching Tribute Tucked Away at Kensington Palace
“It was honest and real. We understood each other. She was one in a million.”
Princess Diana rubbed elbows with everyone from John Travolta to Freddie Mercury during her royal career, and it turns out she developed an unlikely friendship with Liza Minnelli. In an excerpt from her memoir published in the Times, the actress and singer dishes on her incredible life and career—and she revealed that Diana was “a great lady.”
“I met Princess Diana at movie premieres, fundraisers and the like, and we became friends,” Minnelli, 79, wrote. The duo would “catch up and meet for tea” or “have lunch,” and the Cabaret star said she felt protective of the late princess.
“She and I fiercely guarded each other’s privacy,” Minnelli penned, adding, “My instinct was always to protect her. She was a great lady, under siege from the moment she entered the Royal Family.”

Wisteria Bangs Are the Easiest Red-Carpet Hair Trend to Copy This Spring
Curtain bangs’ wispy cousin
As the name implies, wisteria bangs evoke the look of the delicate, free-hanging flower with wispy, face-framing fringe. The look is a simple way to style curtain bangs or front layers. Instead of a high-volume, ’70s-coded swoop, wisteria bangs favor wispy texture and natural movement. They fall effortlessly out of an updo and never look overly styled. Think the flyaways on your favorite Jane Austen heroine fresh off a misty horseback ride.
We’re fresh off the method-styled Wuthering Heights press tour and smack in the middle of a new season of Bridgerton, so it makes sense that we’re yearning for a bit of romance. Wisteria bangs are the easiest way to add a little main character energy to your styling routine. The best part? You don’t actually need a full fringe to get the look. Keep reading to see which stars wore the trend, plus tips from their stylists.

Inside the Rise of Salt Bread, the Buttery Roll That’s All Over Social Media
This golden brown bread is the best of both worlds.
The 21st century has ushered in a wave of bakery innovations: Content creators and professional bakers alike have crafted endless takes on the croissant, from the crookie to the Suprême; mochi doughnuts have taken social media by storm; and recipes for pretzel focaccia abound. Indeed, there’s never been a better time to blend the best qualities of beloved baked goods into something entirely new.

What Is Dumpling Lasagna? Meet the Easy Trend Everyone on TikTok Is Trying
This viral dinner is savory, juicy, and incredibly easy to assemble.
Dreaming of a warm, deeply savory, tender, and aromatic soup dumpling? If you’re hoping to enjoy these Shanghainese morsels — more accurately known as xiao long bao — on a weeknight, you’re likely ordering takeout or pulling a pack from your freezer. But one TikTok trend might convince you that whipping up the flavors of this familiar dish, albeit in a new format, is doable in about 30 minutes.

5 Musk Perfumes That Emulate Carolyn Bessette Kennedy’s Signature Scent
Including an almost-identical, $21 match on Amazon.
There’s endless style inspiration to be gleaned from FX’s Love Story, from Carolyn Bessette Kennedy’s slinky little black dresses to the perfectly crisp white button-downs she borrows from JFK Jr. But as a beauty writer and avid perfume collector, I couldn’t help but fixate on one very specific fragrance reference at the start of the first episode. As Carolyn Bessette Kennedy, played by Sarah Pidgeon, slips into the elevator, her coworker leans in and shares conspiratorially, “By the way, I wore your Egyptian Musk last night, and, I’m not kidding, three different guys, like, inhaled me.”

For the Tourette Syndrome Community, the BAFTAs Brought on a Familiar Dread-Like Feeling
Advocates say the John Davidson moment casts a light on a condition too little understood — and on the people who don’t understand.
When the advocate Jess Thom heard about a person with Tourette’s “ticcing” the BAFTAs, she had a familiar feeling: dread.
Thom has Tourette Syndrome. And the incident involving John Davidson brought to the surface many of the misunderstandings and confused reactions she has spent her life trying to fight.
“There are a lot of myths and oversimplifications about Tourette Syndrome, and a global frenzy is not the best place to have a conversation about them,” the U.K.-based Thom, 45, said by Zoom from her home Monday evening as she reflected on the events. “And it’s all happening in a climate with increased hostility to disabled people, with threats to Medicaid and the ADA.”

BAFTA Says It Takes “Full Responsibility” & Apologizes To Michael B. Jordan And Delroy Lindo In Statement Following Slur Incident
BAFTA has released its first statement addressing last night’s incident when a racial slur was used when Michael B Jordan and Delroy Lindo were on stage.
“We take full responsibility for putting our guests in a very difficult situation, and we apologise to all,” BAFTA said in a statement. “We will learn from this and keep inclusion at the core of all we do, maintaining our belief in film and storytelling as a critical conduit for compassion and empathy.”
In the note, BAFTA said it “apologises unreservedly” to Michael B Jordan and Delroy Lindo.
“We would like to thank Michael and Delroy for their incredible dignity and professionalism,” the statement read.

How to Use Your Bathroom Fan the Right Way (and Prevent Mold and Other Damage)
Moisture control, mastered.
After a long day, there’s nothing quite like a steamy shower to unwind. You lay out a plush towel, cozy outfit, and start the shower. But hold on! You may have forgotten an important step, our experts say: turning on your bathroom fan.
You probably know that your bathroom fan is meant to reduce humidity, but you may not be fully optimizing its potential. Luckily, we chatted with two HVAC professionals who shared when to turn on your bathroom fan, how long to run it, and maintenance tips. Plus, they share some of the biggest bathroom fan mistakes they see day to day.

How to Choose the Best Art for Your Home—and Style It Perfectly
Your collection should feel personal, but it should also look beautiful.
Buying art for your home can be wildly fun—but also incredibly confusing. Oftentimes, what catches your eye at a fair or gallery can feel completely out of place when you bring it home. So how do you navigate this tricky process and choose the best artworks for your home?
At the end of the day, it isn’t just about filling a blank wall. “For me, choosing art isn’t a decorative decision,” says Zélika García, founder of contemporary art fair Zona Maco. “It’s a decision about identity. Art defines the energy of a space and reveals how you think, and what truly interests you.”
If art reflects identity, then the first step isn’t shopping—it’s observing. Following the steps below will help you select the perfect piece for your space.

How Often You Should Mop Every Floor in Your Home
Clean floors start with knowing exactly when they need attention.
Mopping may feel like a chore, but it can be one of the most satisfying ones. There’s something so pleasing about smooth, streak-free floors—and the good news is, achieving them doesn’t have to take over your schedule. That being said, determining how often you should mop your floors isn’t necessarily a one-size-fits-all situation. By understanding the specific needs of your flooring, you can create a mopping routine that’ll help preserve the beauty and cleanliness of your floors.

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