T LOunge for March 19th 2026

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Let’s spread out and take over the space, shall we? It’s THURSDAY and we’re feeling the need to stretch out on a banquette all day long, holding court. Join us! Beats the alternative any day.

Netflix Exec Speaks Out After Meghan Markle and Prince Harry Report: ‘Don’t Believe Everything You Read’
Netflix executive Bela Bajaria addressed claims of tension with Meghan Markle and Prince Harry, sparked by a March 17 ‘Variety’ report, at the “Next on Netflix Event” on Wednesday, March 18
Netflix executive Bela Bajaria is denying claims of a dispute between the streamer and Meghan Markle and Prince Harry.
Variety reported on Tuesday, March 17, that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex had a tense relationship with Netflix after claims that the streamer was caught off guard by their joint interview with Oprah Winfrey in 2021, and Harry’s 2023 memoir, Spare. Those claims, however, were firmly disputed by both Netflix and the couple’s representatives.
Bajaria briefly addressed the speculation at the “Next on Netflix” event on March 18, pushing back on the narrative.
“Don’t believe whatever you read,” the Chief Content Officer at Netflix said. “Maybe we should all do a little fact-checking.”

What to Know About the Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special Before It Releases
This is the life!
You’d better get the limo out front, because we are going back in time to the Hannah Montana era! To celebrate the 20th anniversary of one of its most iconic shows, Disney is pulling back the curtain with Miley Cyrus, bringing us the Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special, which explores the show’s impact and offers viewers never-before-seen content from the original series.
“Hannah Montana will always be a part of who I am. What started as a TV show became a shared experience that shaped my life and the lives of so many fans, and I’ll always be thankful for that connection,” Cyrus said in a press release about the project. “The fact that it still means so much to people all these years later is something I’m very proud of. This ‘Hannahversary’ is my way of celebrating and thanking the fans who’ve stood by me for 20 years.”

Who is Ella Bruccoleri? Meet the Bridgerton star leading The Other Bennet Sister
Actress by day, travel influencer by night.
Step aside, Lizzie Bennet, as Mary is finally taking the reins. (Just kidding, we’ll always have a soft spot for our Pride and Prejudice heroine.) But thanks to Ella Bruccoleri, Mary Bennet is stepping out of the background and firmly into the spotlight in The Other Bennet Sister, and we’re completely hooked.
The 10-part series reimagines the often-overlooked middle sister, following Mary’s journey of self-discovery as she leaves the family home behind and ventures to London and the Lake District. Along the way, she searches for independence, carves out an identity beyond her sisters’ shadows, and, of course, finds herself at the centre of an unexpected love story.

The Longevity Trend Is Coming For Body Care—Here’s How To Invest Wisely
Whether in topical products or professional treatments
We all know that ‘skin longevity’ and ‘regenerative beauty’ have been huge beauty buzzwords these past couple of years. Our aesthetic habits and skincare choices are increasingly moulded with long-term results in mind, and there’s a feeling of vindication that we’ve finally ‘hacked’ the system in this way.
The big news is that 2026 is set to see longevity extend to our mindset about bodycare; aesthetically, we want exosomes, polynucleotides and collagen boosters for the body, in order to promote long-term health, and smooth and tighten. And with topical bodycare formulas getting smarter (particularly within the K-beauty space) the longevity skinification of bodycare is already upon us.

Bored of Winter? Shop These 16 Spring Dresses to Kickstart Your New-Season Wardrobe
Warmer days are coming, promise
With unseasonably warm temperatures in Paris, there was a collective scramble for something lighter to wear but, crucially, not too light should the weather do a volte face. For those who’d previously consulted the forecast and planned accordingly, this meant one item of clothing in particular: spring dresses.
It might not actually be spring, but tell that to show-goers in Paris last week, who pressed fast-forward on a garment that has a relatively brief shelf life, sure, but is fairly critical from now until approximately the middle of May. The spring dress shares characteristics with the kind of styles you might wear in summer, but with a few optional additions (long sleeves, a midi, or even maxi, hemline, and perhaps even a knitted fabrication) to ensure you’re covered if the heavens decide to open.

These Bright and Zesty Fragrances Will Add Pep to Your Step This Spring
Joy, bottled
After what felt like a never-ending winter, spring is finally upon us. And with it comes an invitation to shake up our fragrance rotation—it just doesn’t feel right to be doused in heavy musks and ouds when the sun has finally started peeking through the clouds. Here, Marie Claire UK picks the most smile-inducing scents for the season ahead.

How to apply eyeshadow to hooded eyes, according to makeup artists
Pro makeup artists share their best tips.
As a makeup novice, it wasn’t until I learned how to apply eyeshadow to hooded eyes that I finally started seeing the results I was looking for. Unfortunately, I had to learn the hard way that not every tutorial on your FYP will give you the same result – dependent on your eye shape – and eyeshadow for hooded eyes can come with some unique considerations.
The term hooded eyes refers to a very common eye shape in which a fold of skin or soft tissue below the brow bone mostly or completely covers the upper eyelid when the eyes are open. Because of this, eyeshadow applied directly to the eyelid may seem to disappear, and pigmented looks that extend beyond the crease into the brow bone can appear fragmented.

Brown linen trousers will be everywhere this summer – here’s how to style them
Here’s how this classic is getting a makeover for 2026.
Linen is a warm weather staple every year, but brown linen trousers have emerged in particular as this year’s trend. Unsure on how to style yours? We’ve got you.
After a series of false starts, spring is finally here! And with the warmer weather, you’ll need a wardrobe update. Your chunky knits can be relegated to the back of your closet again, replaced by lighter cardigans and romantic blouses. Thick tights and heavy layers can be stowed away for another six months, replaced by swishy midi skirts and airy garments.

This classic shoe trend is making an unexpected comeback for Spring 2026
It’s anything but twee.
If there’s one styling hack dominating our feeds this year, it’s the combination of two-tone shoes and jeans. Traditionally, two-tone shoes have been associated with Chanel, with the brand launching the design in 1957, and Gabrielle ‘Coco’ Chanel wearing a pair as far back as 1937. But 88 years later, the two-tone shoe has experienced something of a revival.
When paired with jeans, this mix delivers the ultimate fashion formula, looking relaxed, modern, and sophisticated all at once. While jeans are traditionally a more casual garment, two-tone shoes strike a more classic – or even formal – note. As with many Spring/Summer 2026 trends, it’s all about blurring the lines between two distinct styles; in this case, formal and casual, to create a polished overall look.

From Baby Blue To Burgundy, Colour Pop Bags Are Spring’s Statement Accessory
As seen on the runways, a bold bag is the ultimate new season styling hack.
Colour pop bags are staking their claim as accessory of the season. Catapulted by the SS26 runways, where a number of leading houses embraced bright, bold iterations within their collections, mood-boosting bags are set to be one of the standout trends this spring.
Whether paired with contrasting or similar shades, much like a pair of colourful trainers, accessories offer an easy way to inject personality into everyday ensembles. While neutrals, such as black and brown, will always remain in rotation, the runways have time and again demonstrated the ability of a bright bag to instantly enliven understated looks.

27 Romantasy Books You’ll Want to Devour Immediately
Add these titles to your TBR list, stat.
Romantasy books blend the best of both the fantasy and romance genres, delivering high-stakes political conflicts, endless action and plot twists, and, of course, swoon-worthy love. Whether you’re into sizzling enemies-to-lovers banter, marriages of convenience, or reluctant alliances that turn spicy AF, you’re bound to find it in a romantasy book. The romance tropes are endless, and the magic is too.
Part of why romantasy is so popular right now is because of that unique and special genre blend. Both romance and fantasy offer similar appeals on their own: comfort, escapism, and empowerment. Romantasy is no different. A romantasy book can allow a reader to disappear into another world and forget about their own, and at the same time it can also shine a light on very real-world issues. Many times, romantasy books feature arcs of women who fight for their autonomy and reclaim their own power, inspiring their readers along the way. And for the hopeless romantics among us, there’s confessions of love, yearning, and unlikely lovers.

The 10 Biggest Makeup Mistakes Women Make—And How to Fix Them
The difference between makeup that looks good and makeup that looks great often comes down to avoiding these missteps.
We’ve all spent time blending out a viral hack only to realize what looks flawless behind a ring light may look slightly terrifying on a rooftop at golden hour. In the age of rapid-fire TikTok tutorials, it’s easier than ever to adopt makeup habits that don’t actually work for your face.
The truth is, the fundamentals of great makeup remain surprisingly consistent, with small missteps making the difference between a polished finish and a look that feels slightly off. “Often, it isn’t the product that’s the problem, it’s how, where, and how much product is applied,” says celebrity makeup artist Charlotte Tilbury, founder of Charlotte Tilbury Beauty. To help pinpoint the pitfalls worth avoiding, we asked top makeup artists to flag the mistakes they see most often—along with the subtle, expert-approved fixes that can instantly elevate any look.

The Under-the-Radar Sicily Province You Should Explore This Summer
Arianna Occhipinti plucks a persimmon from a tree and passes it to me as we’re standing in the contrada of Santa Margherita, on the ancestral farmland that is now Chaza, her new hospitality project in southeastern Sicily. The sun is shining so bright that the fruit tastes like jam with a dash of Sicilian sunshine; sweet and sun-drunk, a moment that forced me to slow down. Later, by the pool at Casa Grande that looks over the entire span of Ragusa from a distance, the white stone of the Iblei mountains glowing in afternoon light, I open a bottle of her Grillo SM 2023 (grown on these very plots) and taste the same thing in the glass: minerality, warmth, and this specific place.

This Cult-Favorite Spice Brand Just Launched Its First Cookbook of Farm-to-Table South Asian Recipes
The story of Diaspora Spice Co., a spice company that partners directly with farmers in South Asia, begins with turmeric.
In 2016, Sana Javeri Kadri was a recent college graduate living in San Francisco, and kept seeing golden milk lattes on cafe menus around town. She had grown up drinking warm turmeric milk in Mumbai, and was struck by the fact that all of a sudden, her grandmother’s go-to anti-inflammatory drink was becoming a wellness trend in the U.S. (and “being sold for $8”). She grew curious about who was growing the turmeric to feed the burgeoning craze, and set out to tell the story of the South Asian turmeric farmers behind the golden milk.

24 Soul-Warming Italian Soups, From Stracciatella to Creamy Sausage-Tortellini
Made extra hearty with ingredients like beans, pasta, sausage, and greens, these Italian-inspired bowls check all the right boxes.
When you’re craving a hearty, comforting bowl of soup, these classic and Italian-inspired recipes are sure to satisfy. Beans are a cornerstone of many Italian soups — especially cannellini beans, borlotti beans, and chickpeas — along with greens like spinach and kale. Adding a Parmesan rind to the simmering broth is a traditional technique for infusing deep umami flavor, and you’ll see it used here in recipes for ribollita, cabbage and white bean soup, and sausage tortellini soup. Our roundup also includes a fire-roasted take on pasta e fagioli, both tomato- and cream-based lasagna soups, a fresh springtime minestrone, and more. Pair these soups with grated Parmesan cheese and a slice of crusty bread, and keep your ladle ready for inevitable refills.

Think You Know Chardonnay? These Unexpected Regions Will Change Your Mind
These 16 standout bottles from unexpected regions will change how you shop for — and think about — Chardonnay.
Chardonnay is grown on nearly every continent in the world. (Although grapes are grown in Antarctica’s McMurdo Dry Valleys, surprisingly enough, none are Chardonnay.) It’s the world’s most widely planted white wine grape for several reasons: It thrives in a range of climates, it deftly expresses characteristics of the terroir it’s grown in, and it’s amenable to a wide range of winemaking styles. Oak? Great. No oak? Fine, too. Chardonnay is easygoing.
Yet despite its distinctly international nature, when people in the U.S. think of Chardonnay, they tend to think of just two countries: the United States and France. And while there’s no question that both nations produce some of the world’s greatest Chardonnays, there’s also so much more to explore.

Following the Paper Trail
How curators solved mysteries in a 100-year-old prints and drawings collection
Every art collection has its mysteries. A sketch by an unknown artist, for example, or a drawing with a tumultuous past—each holds stories waiting to be told, when curators have the time and resources to research them more deeply.
The latter was the case with a pastel recently on view in Gathered Leaves: Discoveries from the Drawings Vault, an exhibition at the National Gallery of Canada (NGC), supported by Getty’s Paper Project initiative. The drawing, drafted in a flurry of colorful strokes, depicts a nude woman gazing directly at the viewer. The composition was striking at the time because it gave the model agency in her naked state. But viewers today might be more surprised by its creator: Edvard Munch.

Forget me not: Michelle Pfeiffer and Kurt Russell unpack the love and grief at the heart of Taylor Sheridan’s The Madison
The stars discuss the first half of Sheridan’s heartbreaking new family drama — and what’s next for the Clyburns after those tragic deaths.
As they rehearse their movements, the costars exude an effortless comfortability — exchanging soft smiles before fitting into each other’s arms like puzzle pieces. There’s a quiet serenity to the afternoon, their mood and wardrobe a perfect reflection of their wistful, Western surroundings… And thousands of miles away from where EW finds the pair two weeks later tucked into the jade armchairs of a warm, wooden speakeasy on New York City’s Upper West Side.
Over the course of the interview, the Hollywood icons will leap out of their seats, perform physical gags that send the other into echoing peals of joyous laughter, and quietly reach out to hold hands, but in this moment there’s a profound silence that stretches across the bar as Russell expounds on what keeps him (and everyone) humble: death.

6 Common Laundry Habits That Increase Your Energy Bill
Laundry mistakes that add up.
Most of us do laundry on autopilot. But the way you choose to wash and dry your clothes has a surprisingly big impact on household energy consumption, as well as the life of your garments.
Fortunately, a few small adjustments can make a world of difference. We spoke with two laundry experts about the most common habits that waste energy, along with simple, practical tips you can use for a more efficient laundry day.

Does Putting a Damp Sponge on a Radiator Improve Humidity? Experts Weigh In
Does this shortcut hold up?
With the heat cranked up and the air noticeably drier, chapped lips and scratchy throats are sure to follow. Many of us look for a quick fix, which likely explains why the “damp sponge on a radiator” trick has garnered traction. But does it actually work?
To find out, we asked HVAC experts to weigh in—and what you may want to try instead if you’re looking to improve your home’s humidity.

This State Park Has the Bluest Water in Maryland—How to Visit
Maryland’s Rocky Gap State Park is a year-round destination.
It’s true, Maryland’s Eastern Shore gets all the attention for its beaches and seafood—who doesn’t love those iconic blue crabs? But if you’re looking for the bluest water in the state, you have to head in the opposite direction to the Allegheny Mountains.

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