T LOunge for February 6th 2026

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Mariah Carey, Andrea Bocelli, 3,500 Athletes, 1,300 Performers, Three ICE Agents & Maybe Tom Cruise? What To Expect At The Winter Olympics Opening Ceremony
The 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics officially get underway in Italy on Friday with an opening ceremony headlined by Mariah Carey and Andrea Bocelli, even if preliminary heats for curling, luge, snowboarding, alpine skiing and women’s hockey have already begun.
Kicking off at 8 p.m. local time (11 a.m. PT on NBC and Peacock in the U.S.) on February 6, the inauguration will unfold mainly in Milan’s 76,000-capacity San Siro stadium, which is often referred to as the La Scala of Football, in reference to the city’s famed opera house and the venue’s association with legendary soccer matches.

Meet the Great Celebrity Bake Off 2026 contestants
A star-studded cast will be heading to the tent.
So what does the much-loved baking show have in store for 2026? Aside from a stellar celebrity lineup (which we’ll get to later) Paul Hollywood will also be joined by a fresh-faced new judge: internationally renowned pastry chef, Cherish Finden. For those not familiar with her work just yet, she’s revered for her exceptional technical skill in patisserie and sharp eye for detail. As ever, Alison Hammond and Noel Fielding will be hosting the show and providing plenty of laughs along the way.

How to style low-rise trousers like Margot Robbie
The Wuthering Heights star is the queen of method dressing.
If you’re anything like me, you’ve been excitedly watching the outfits roll in from the Wuthering Heights press tour. Both Margot Robbie and Charli XCX have been providing look after look for us to gush over, from big gowns to teeny corsets.
This press tour follows the general trend for “method dressing” on the red carpet, which is when actors dress on theme for movie premieres and other promotional appearances. While it’s garnered criticism for everything from distracting from the movie itself to just being a little… corny, the fact of the matter is that people keep tuning in.

‘Ballet-slipper lips’ are the cool-girl makeup trend to try this spring
Here’s how to get the look.
Nostalgia is leading the charge for 2026 beauty trends and, after revisiting the matte lips of 2016, we’re digging back even further in the archives. Enter “ballet-slipper” lips: cool-toned pinks and frosty finishes that are making a strong case for a Y2K beauty renaissance.
This winter, influencer Haley Sluss racked up nearly 2.5 million TikTok views trying out L’Oréal’s Colour Riche Lipstick in Ballerina Shoes (this shade isn’t available in the UK but shade 303 Rose Tendre is a good alternative). She paired the creamy, frosted formula with a glowy makeup look, complete with babydoll blush and a shimmery eyeshadow. The lipstick started to sell out across the country and inspired plenty of re-creations. Flash forward to February, 2026, and ballet-slipper lips have emerged as a major trend.

How to wear turn-up jeans, spring’s relaxed denim update
It’s cuffing season.
Stuck in a denim rut? You might want to give turn-up jeans a try. These easy-breezy cuffed styles are having something of a moment right now, giving an even more relaxed feel to the baggy styles that have been trending recently – but turn-up jeans are more versatile than you might first think, I’ll have you know.
Turn-up jeans actually date back to the late 1800s, would you believe it, when denim wasn’t pre-shrunk before being made into jeans (as it is now). Many wearers would buy their jeans too big, to pre-empt them shrinking when washed – but until then, they would turn up the cuffs to the optimum length. By the 1950s, turn-up jeans became a signature of Hollywood stars James Dean and Marlon Brando – and a symbol of rebellion cool at the time.

A Helpful Guide to Not Ruining Cult Movie Sequels
When Warner Bros. announced that there would be a Practical Magic sequel, my phone was immediately inundated with notifications from every girl and gay person I know, plus all the ex-boyfriends I ever forced to watch the original. Which is to say: all of them.
“This is so exciting!” they all said, “We are so back!” they proclaimed. And while the thought of sloping down a pitcher of midnight margaritas as the Owens sisters danced across the big screen yet again was, indeed, intoxicating, I couldn’t ignore a cautionary chill that crept up my spine like a demon boyfriend accidentally brought back from the dead. Twice.

Meryl Streep Loved Her Devil Wears Prada 2 Outfits—Except for One Detail
In an interview about the making of the anxiously awaited sequel, the Oscar winner said she “almost had PTSD” from wearing Miranda Priestly’s stilettos.
The long-awaited date is drawing closer. On May 1, the sequel to The Devil Wears Prada will be released in theaters. Especially exciting is the prospect of seeing Meryl Streep back in the role of her iconic character, Miranda Priestly.
According to the Oscar-winning actor, the wardrobe will be familiar to fans of the 2006 cult classic. “As a person holding her position for 20 years, she kept her look but adapted it, as we do with time,” Streep told Vogue. “It was like going into the back of your own closet and finding something, thinking, ‘Oh, I wonder if this still fits?’”

Forget Suede — Satin Trainers Are the Chicest Sneakers You’ll Ever Own
Mark my words
As someone who walks an average of 15,000 steps a day, I take comfort very seriously. Especially when it comes to my choice of footwear. And although I can confirm loafers are a superb option, and comfortable heels do exist, a pair of cool trainers are my default choice of footwear.
Indeed, when it comes to the best trainers, I tend to lean towards timeless pairs that are not only functional but also very stylish. Something that may not always hold for trainers. Hence why I spend quite a lot of time researching stylish trainer trends to maximise my current rotation and invest in pairs I know will serve me well, regardless of the occasion.

‘The White Lotus’ Season Four: Everything To Know About The Plot, Characters, Location And Release Date
Here’s what you need to know about the upcoming season.
Mike White’s Emmy-winning series The White Lotus concluded its third season (with a devastating finale) in April 2025, but luckily, a fourth instalment of the social satire series is on the way.
We last saw the characters of the series soak up the sun and drama in Thailand’s Four Seasons Resort Koh Samui, but now, the series is setting its sights to the chic coast of Saint Tropez. Alongside the glittering new location comes a new group (seven new actors) of troubled wealthy hotel guests, struggling staff, and loads of personal drama.

5 Valentine’s Day Nail Colors to Fall in Love With, From Powdered Lavender to Vampy Bordeaux
Hearts, flowers, and more hearts—a few of the things that spring immediately to mind at the mention of Valentine’s Day. The holiday is a timeless celebration of love, and Valentine’s Day nail colors tend to remain in the expected palette. But that doesn’t mean they can’t be elevated.
“Classic pinks and reds don’t need to be reinvented,” says celebrity nail artist Emi Kudo. “They just need refinement.” This means understanding your undertones, finding power through subtlety, and determining what side of the multifaceted concept of romance you’re aiming to emulate. Are you feeling sweet and cutesy? Sultry and passionate? All-out romantic? If there was ever a time to let your emotions guide your color choice, this is it.

When Beef Is Worth the Splurge — and When It’s Not
Chefs say you don’t always need to buy the most expensive cut in the case. Here’s when pricey steak cuts actually pay off.
Beef. It’s what’s for dinner. That is, if you can afford it. The classic ad campaign is still apt as beef remains incredibly popular in the U.S. Prices continue to rise, however, making more expensive cuts like rib eye and strip steak less accessible for everyday cooking.
“When beef prices are high, the key is knowing when the cut truly matters, and when it doesn’t,” says Pat LaFrieda, CEO of Pat LaFrieda Meat Purveyors in North Bergen, New Jersey. “If you’re splurging for a special occasion like a date night, holiday, or Valentine’s Day, that’s when a premium steak really shines.”

Dark Lagers Are the Winter Beers Too Many Drinkers Overlook
Embrace the season and warm your soul with a range of rich and flavorful dark lagers.
When the chilly winds howl and daylight slips away early, there’s nothing quite like curling up with a dark lager. Winter’s crisp air and long nights invite us to savor flavors that are bold, comforting, and complex, and dark lagers can deliver those qualities with ease. With their roasted malt flavors and satisfying textures, these brews can warm you from the inside out.
Dark lagers stand out for their deep malt backbone, gentle sweetness, and smooth finish. Unlike heavier stouts or hoppy IPAs, dark lagers provide a balanced profile — think notes of toasted bread, chocolate, and caramel, all wrapped in an inviting, easy-to-drink package. Their moderate alcohol content and mellow bitterness make them ideal for pairing with winter fare, and the sensory experience of rich aromas, warming mouthfeel, and lingering finishes perfectly match the season’s nesting mood.

Go for the Gold With 14 of Milan’s Most Beloved Dishes
From risotto to aperitivo classics, these Milanese recipes capture the heart of Lombardy’s cuisine as the Italian city hosts the 2026 Winter Olympics.
As Milan welcomes the world for the 2026 Winter Olympics, the Italian city’s cuisine can compete with your winter meal rotation. Rooted in butter-rich cooking, prized rice varieties, and a respect for simplicity, Milanese food balances comfort and refinement with quiet confidence. This collection brings together the city’s defining dishes — from saffron-hued risotto and slow-braised Osso Buco to crisp cutlets alla Milanese, festive panettone, and essential aperitivo cocktails. Whether you’re planning a watch-party menu or simply cooking with Northern Italy in mind, these recipes reflect the flavors and traditions that have long defined Milan’s storied cuisine.

How Paris Hilton Invented the Influencer Economy. “I Was Just Living My Life and the Paparazzi Followed My Every Move”
The most infamous party girl of the early 21st century gets real about fame, family, business and, yes, her future in politics. That’s hot!
When her name first started popping up in headlines, back in the early 2000s, it was usually as a punchline. She was an “Heir Head,” the self-styled ringleader of the “Bimbo Posse,” known almost entirely for showing up in tiny dresses with tiny dogs at all the right nightclubs. “Famous for being famous” was how she was frequently described, and while it wasn’t exactly nice, it wasn’t totally untrue. Hilton back then wasn’t so much a personality as a collection of tabloid tropes — the voice, the clothes, the cringy catchphrases (“That’s hot!”) — which the public was fed in gossip column-sized bites. She was Page Six junk food. Ultra-processed celebrity.

How Bad Bunny became a political icon
Ahead of his highly anticipated Super Bowl LX performance, we revisit nine key moments that led the reggaetón star to become the profoundly anti-colonial voice he is today
After his first reggaetón track went viral on SoundCloud in 2016, Bad Bunny left his job as a supermarket bagger and stepped into public view. With eccentric haircuts, painted nails, skirts, and fluorescent glasses, he disrupted the hyper-masculinity that defined the genre for decades: a body that didn’t ask for permission, and the attitude that later transformed him into a political icon. By 2018, the artist (real name Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio) was already Puerto Rico’s biggest musical export; by 2019, the most influential singer in the Spanish-speaking market; and since 2020, the most listened-to artist in the world.

Taylor Swift Dances and Dates a Rock in ‘Opalite’ Music Video With Domhnall Gleeson, Greta Lee, Jodie Turner-Smith and More
Taylor Swift has released the music video for “Opalite,” the second single off her latest album “The Life of a Showgirl,” featuring a slew of celebrity cameos — and a pet rock.
The video – which is currently only available to watch via Spotify or Apple Music — begins with a ’90s-style advertisement for Opalite, a cleaning spray promising to “magically transform your problems into your paradise. Using our state-of-the-art chemical potion, it works on friendships, couples, pets and co-workers.”

How to Wash Gloves Without Ruining the Fit, From Leather to Knit
Tips for keeping them fitting like a—well, glove.
A pair of leather gloves placed on a folded checkered scarf
Credit: Dmitry Andreev / Getty Images
A new pair of gloves can feel downright luxurious—the fit, the feel, the warmth from the winter chill. The challenge comes in keeping them in great condition after they’ve seen some wear. Inevitably, your gloves will need to be cleaned, and the proper technique will help ensure that they don’t lose their shape.
Because there are so many types of gloves, all the way from leather to cashmere, you’ll want to match the best method of cleaning to your particular pair. Below, find the material of your gloves and their specific step-by-step cleaning instructions.

This 145-mile Drive Is One of the World’s Most Scenic—With Hundreds of Glaciers and Frozen Waterfalls in the Winter
Linking Banff and Jasper in the Canadian Rockies, the Icefields Parkway makes for an unforgettable winter drive.
One of the most spectacular drives in the world is lined with glaciers you can see from your car—year-round. But in winter, the effect is magnified with the addition of snow-covered peaks and frozen waterfalls, often being scaled by ice climbers.
The Icefields Parkway (Highway 93 North) connects two of Canada’s jewels: Banff National Park and Jasper National Park. The nearly 145-mile drive passes through vast and wild terrain, providing a great visual reward for very little effort. From the warmth of your car, you can see the Crowfoot Glacier, the frozen Bow Lake, and Tangle Falls, an ice climbing haven. You can even stand at the foot of the great Athabasca Glacier, which feels vast but is really just one of the six “toes” of the Columbia Icefield, the largest icefield in the Rocky Mountains.

This Small Town in North Carolina’s ‘Land of Waterfalls’ Has Great Live Music and Art Scenes—and Famous White Squirrels
Here’s everything you need to know to plan a trip to Brevard, North Carolina.
In many ways, western North Carolina destinations—like Asheville, Highlands, Hot Springs, and Waynesville, to name just a few—are quite similar. There’s typically a genuine appreciation of art, music, food, and craft beer, and life tends to revolve around the great outdoors. And why shouldn’t it? The Appalachian Mountains have created a lush, green paradise in this region, complete with stunning views, amazing hikes, and plenty of fresh air. That said, each city, town, and unincorporated community brings a unique personality and perspective to the region’s culture, and Brevard is no exception.

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