<![CDATA[ Latest from Marie Claire ]]> https://www.marieclaire.com/feeds/all/ 2025-03-18T00:23:55Z en <![CDATA[ Taylor Swift Sweeps the 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards—But Skips a Red Carpet Outfit ]]> Before the 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards even began on Mar. 17, Taylor Swift had already won all six fan-voted trophies she was nominated to receive. Those included "Favorite Tour Tradition" for her Eras Tour 's surprise songs that changed every show and "Favorite Surprise Guest" for boyfriend Travis Kelce's on-stage cameo in London last summer. By the time the ceremony got underway, she'd also earned the accolade for most invisible red carpet look of the night.

Instead of what Swifties hoped would be her first public appearance since the 2025 Super Bowl, Taylor Swift appeared to sit out from the iHeartRadio Music Awards red carpet at Hollywood's Dolby Theatre for the second year in a row. There was no glittering dress styled by Joseph Cassell Falconer, no new way of swiping on her favorite NARS lipstick. Any dreams of a date night cameo from Kelce were dashed, too.

Once the event started, there was still a chance Swift could appear virtually to accept additional prizes. By more than halfway through the broadcast, as her former tour-mate Gracie Abrams gave her a shout-out in her "Breakthrough Artist" acceptance speech, she still hadn't shown up IRL.

Taylor Swift appears onscreen for the iHeartRadio music awards 2025 wearing a black shirt with a snake necklace

Taylor Swift didn't attend the 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards red carpet, but she accepted her "Tour of the Century" award in a virtual message. (Image credit: FOX)

But finally, Swift appeared onscreen to accept her "Tour of the Century" award in a pre-recorded message. "I really can't tell you how much this means to me, because I accept this on behalf of all my tour-mates," she said. Her speech outlined how strenuous the three and a half hour set list could be; how much effort she and her bandmates put into each show over its nearly two-year run; and how grateful she was for the entire whirlwind experience. "This tour was the most challenging thing that I've ever done in my life," Swift added. "It really was the most rewarding thing I've ever done."

She wore a long-sleeve black sweater and button-up plaid miniskirt, the most casual takes on the academic-gone-goth style of her latest studio album, The Tortured Poets Department. A slim necklace resembling a snake eating its tail wrapped around her neck—a reference to Reputation (Taylor's Version), perhaps? (This is a developing story; outfit credits will be added as they become available.)

After the fan-voted categories, Taylor Swift's Tortured Poets Department-era music was up for a few more trophies at the 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards, including Best Collaboration (for "Fortnight" with Post Malone—which ultimately lost to Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars's "Die With a Smile") and Pop Artist of the Year (another loss, to former Eras Tour opener Sabrina Carpenter). Her record-breaking Eras Tour, however, received the aforementioned special award: Tour of the Century, honoring its record-shattering sales, attendance, and global impact. Before the night ended, the accolade was announced with a never-before-seen clip of Swift performing "mirrorball" on opening night exactly two years ago in Glendale, Arizona.

Swift's busy schedule criss-crossing the globe on tour, topping the streaming charts with Tortured Poets, and taking in Chiefs games (with outfits to match) meant she had to miss accepting in-person the three iHeartRadio Music Awards she won last year as well. She skipped the red carpet in a pared-back Alix NYC bodysuit accessorized with Tilly Sveaas and Jacquie Aiche jewelry.

Taylor Swift onscreen at the 2025 iheartradio music awards

In 2024, Taylor Swift remotely accepted her iHeartRadio Music Awards wins in a pre-taped acceptance speech. (Image credit: Getty Images)

The year before, Swift had arrived IRL to celebrate her wins for Midnights. Her affinity for coordinating outfits to album cycles was on full display in a hooded, crystal-coated Alexandre Vauthier jumpsuit—a nod to the dark-disco energy of records like "Anti-Hero."

Taylor Swift onstage at the 2023 iHeartRadio music awards wearing a hooded dress

The year before, she took home her trophies in a hooded Alexandre Vauthier jumpsuit. (Image credit: Getty Images)

Taylor Swift's previous iHeartRadio Music Awards outfits similarly captured the mood of her latest project in a relaxed, experimental fashion. In the Lover era, she wore a shimmering purple mini-short bodysuit; for back-to-back 1989 appearances in 2015 and 2016, she followed a cut-out black mini dress with a black sequin halter jumpsuit. In other words? Two sides of the same "Bad Blood"-coded coin.

Taylor Swift attends the 2025 iheartradio music awards in a sequin jumpsuit

Taylor Swift's earliest iHeartRadio Music Awards outfits, in 2015 and 2016, aligned with 1989's release. (Image credit: Getty Images)

Taylor Swift holding trophies at the iheartradio music awards

For two years in a row, she opted for tight black outfits coated in sequins—which looked ripe for the "Bad Blood" music video. (Image credit: Getty Images)

So far, Taylor Swift has only made one other awards circuit appearance this spring. She turned up to the 2025 Grammys red carpet in a dazzling custom Vivienne Westwood mini dress, coated in shimmering candy-apple fabric to match a "T" charm on her thigh. Later in the night, she'd change into an equally sparkly Gucci after-party dress.

Taylor Swift attending the 2025 Grammy Awards wearing a custom Vivienne Westwood mini dress

Taylor Swift's only red carpet of 2025 was the Grammy Awards, where she was also up for several nominations. (Image credit: Getty Images)

Swift unfortunately went home after the Grammys empty-handed (save for the jacket she caught during a performance). Knowing how prodigious the singer can be, she'll have more award-worthy work ready in no time with a new aesthetic to match.

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<![CDATA[ Are 'Temptation Island' Stars Tyler Breshears and Kay Carlson Still Together? ]]> Netflix's new reality TV series Temptation Island is a dating show that gets 10 episodes of jaw-dropping drama out of the thematic question: Is the grass really greener on the other side? A new reboot of the classic TV show turned international franchise, Temptation Island follows four couples as they split up to live in gender-separated Hawaiian villas, populated by gorgeous singles. Each couple arrives determined to resist temptation and prove their love, but it's no surprise when tempters quickly sway some contestants.

One of the men, 27-year-old model Tyler Breshears, arrived on the island with his then-girlfriend of over two years, 30-year-old personal trainer Tayler Byrd. However, once they were separated, it became clear that the couple would eventually part ways, as Tyler fell head over heels for 26-year-old fitness influencer Kay Carlson. Now that all 10 episodes are available to stream on Netflix, read on to learn more about Tyler and Kay's time on Temptation Island, including any clues of whether they're still together today.

What happened between Tyler and Kay on 'Temptation Island?'

Before arriving on Temptation Island, Nashville-based couple Tyler and Tayler had been dating for two-and-a-half years. The pair met when Tyler was still married to his ex-wife and began dating four months after his separation. They tell host Mark L. Walberg in the premiere thatTemptation Island is a chance for Tyler to date around and learn more about himself, since he has been in serious relationships since he was 18. However, the pair was also facing some serious problems: Tyler had been unfaithful a month into their relationship, and Tayler also wanted more financial security after Tyler left a career in medical device sales to pursue modeling.

Meanwhile, Kay and Tyler grab each other's attention when they first meet, as the singles are paraded in front of the couples in the premiere. When Tayler asks Tyler which of the women is his "favorite," he chooses Kay, who Tayler dubs "Little Bo-Peep" because of her red gingham bikini. Kay then gives her first-impression bracelet to Tyler. In her brief intro, Kay says, "I'm a really good girlfriend. I'm a super happy and positive person. Super loyal. I've never cheated before. Exactly what you're looking for, right here. There's no need to look anywhere else."

Tayler Byrd, Tyler Breshears in episode 101 of Temptation Island.

Tayler and Tyler arrive on Temptation Island. (Image credit: Courtesy of Netflix)

Though Tyler chooses Courtney for the first group date—seemingly to prove Tayler wrong—he picks Kay for his first solo date (and then for every other date throughout the show). Tyler says that he appreciates Kay's positive vibes and their banter, after feeling undervalued by Tayler. Later that night, Kay grinds on Tyler—keep in mind that he tells her, "You're trouble"—and gets a G-rated tour of his room.

As for Tayler and Tyler, their relationship quickly devolves after the first bonfire, the dramatic events where each coupled cast member watches recorded clips of what their significant others have been up to in the other villas. Tyler gets a clip of Tayler complaining that she has financially supported him since he left his job, in which she says, "Maybe the level of relationship that I am wanting, he's not necessarily able to give." He reacts by saying he's "done" with her using the "tiny stuff" as "ammunition" against him. Then, after she sees the grinding clip, Tayler reveals, "You're trouble," is the same thing Tyler said to her the first time they kissed. When Tayler heads back to the house after the bonfire, she tells one of the male tempters that Tyler has "bitch tendencies."

Kay Carlson in episode 101 of Temptation Island.

Kay at the tempter reveal. (Image credit: Courtesy of Netflix)

Kay and Tyler continue bonding throughout the show, having deep pre-bedtime conversations and going on a fun, "blissful" date. In episode 4, they have a PG sleepover; the morning after, Tyler says in a confessional, "There was a moment this morning where I realized I was getting very comfortable with Kay, and I was like, 'Oh shit. My relationship is over. And I'm okay with that.'" This clip about "cuddling with Kay" is the one that Tayler sees at the next bonfire, and Tayler, who has abandonment issues, treats this as the end of their relationship. It takes a couple more episodes for Tyler to admit that he and Tayler want different things, but when Tyler returns to his villa, it seems pretty much over as he enters the camera-less Temptation Haven tent with Kay, where they have their first kiss.

Kay and Tyler spend the rest of the season attached at the hip. Tyler seems to recognize that he and Kay are on closer stages of life than him and Tayler. He says that Kay inspires him to "take even more risks and steps in pursuing the life that [he] wants," a.k.a. his modeling career. Meanwhile, Kay says Tyler makes her feel secure and she's never questioned where she stands with him. Kay also reveals in an emotional confessional that she took things slow with Tyler because she "had the rug pulled out from under [her]" in her past relationship. By their final date, Kay and Tyler seem ready to ride off into the sunset... once he actually breaks up with his girlfriend.

Tyler Breshears, Kay Carlson in episode 105 of Temptation Island.

Tyler and Kay on a beach date. (Image credit: Courtesy of Netflix)

Did Tyler and Kay leave 'Temptation Island' together?

When they reunite in the Temptation Island finale, Tayler immediately sets a boundary with Tyler, refusing to give him a hug. She tells her ex that he hurt her with his "nonchalant, jokey attitude" throughout the show, and that he's helped her realize what she really wants and deserves. He responds that he felt "clowned" when she used his "vulnerability over the years" to push her own "agenda" during the bonfires, and that he's found someone who "sees [his] value." He also points out that he didn't have sex with Kay (which seems like a moot point), and brings up the "bitch tendencies" phrase again, which just ensures that he'll be best known as "bitch tendencies guy" for the near future. After a good amount of defensive sniping, they do both genuinely express the crux of their feelings, that Tayler makes Tyler feel "worthless" and Tyler makes Tayler feel "hopeless." (To the show's credit, it's one of those genuine moments of growth that makes you wonder if they'd reach that point without going on an emotionally-brutal reality show.)

When asked the big question by Walberg, Tayler decides to leave Temptation Island alone, having found a new confidence. Tyler goes second, telling her, "Tay, I'd like to leave here with Kay." So Tyler decides to go from a five-year marriage to a two-plus year relationship to riding off into the sunset with Kay, just like Tayler said. (She really does know him.) Tyler says of his choice, "Maybe it's just island fever and a honeymoon situation, but it's just how I feel." When Kay is summoned, and Tyler asks her to leave the island with him, she says yes.

Tyler Breshears, Kay Carlson in episode 103 of Temptation Island.

Tyler and Kay at the villa. (Image credit: Courtesy of Netflix)

Are Tyler and Kay still together after 'Temptation Island'?

Neither Kay nor Tyler have directly addressed their relationship status since Temptation Island was released on March 12, but there are a number of clues to find on social media. First off, the pair do follow each other on Instagram, so there's a good chance they're at least still cordial several months after filming.

However, Kay's TikTok hints that their relationship may not have lasted post-filming. Last January, the fitness influencer posted an update that read, "leaving bc he deserves less and my dog deserves better." Then, earlier this month, she shared a clip of herself dancing in an empty loft, with the graphic, "an apartment he's never been in." Though several fans have been asking whether the TikToks were hinting that she and Tyler were done, Kay has been tight-lipped, writing to one commenter, "i’m sworn to secrecy rn. reunion hopefully."

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<![CDATA[ Gwyneth Paltrow Proves the Boho-Chic Trend Revival Is for Minimalists With a Sheer Sweater Dress ]]> Gwyneth Paltrow has joined the boho-chic renaissance, and it feels so right.

On Mar. 14, the Goop founder co-hosted a discussion with author Amy Griffin at Godmothers bookstore in Summerland, California. Notably, Paltrow's Montecito neighbor Meghan Markle celebrated the local bookshop's grand opening last fall with two stylish surprise appearances: The Duchess of Sussex wore a business casual navy blue jumpsuit for the first event, followed by an all-white outfit styled by Jamie Mizrahi for the second. Paltrow, however, put her minimalist spin on the bookstore's dress code with a white cable-knit sweater dress that speaks to spring and summer's growing boho fashion trend.

Of course, she's not the only celebrity taking note of the revival. In recent months, muses like Kaia Gerber, Sydney Sweeney, and even Michelle Obama have also heeded the call.

Gwyneth Paltrow wearing a white sweater dress with slouchy black boots

Gwyneth Paltrow accessorizes a white sweater dress with slouchy black leather boots. (Image credit: Backgrid)

Here, the conservative turtleneck and long sleeves of Paltrow's ivory frock are balanced by a sheer wool knit that simulates the pattern of lace. This motif makes the midi breezy enough for the transitional season's eclectic mix of warm and cool days. The mother of two's exact dress is a sold-out Falconeri design, but similar options abound for less than $200.

To give the feminine look a little bit of edge, Paltrow accessorized her lacy spring sweater dress with a pair of slouchy black leather boots featuring a pointed toe and a stiletto heel. She even matched her shoes to a short black manicure reminiscent of those I've seen Gerber, Dakota Johnson, and Kylie Jenner sporting lately.

The cookbook author's signature sandy blonde waves completed the look, along with a small pair of chunky gold hoop earrings and several delicate rings. It was wise of Paltrow to resist the urge to pile on a few bangles or a lengthy statement necklace for good measure. When it comes to modernizing the over-accessorized boho-chic aesthetic of the early aughts, less really is more.

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<![CDATA[ Kate Middleton Has a "Big Job" to Tackle Behind the Scenes on Top of Busy Spring Season ]]> The Princess of Wales wasn't expected to turn to full-on royal duties so quickly, but she's already had a busier 2025 than anticipated. After making her first appearance of the year at the Royal Marsden hospital—the same place where she was treated for cancer in 2024—Princess Kate has gone on to pay visits to a women's prison and the National Portrait Gallery along with a trip to Wales. The mom of three also cheered England on during the Six Nations rugby match over the weekend and returned to her usual St. Patrick's Day role as Colonel of the Irish Guards on March 17. But according to one royal expert, there's an extremely important role that always comes first.

"Even though the palace is still advising that the princess is by no means returning to full-time royal duties yet, we have seen a surprising amount of her so far this year," former BBC royal reporter Jennie Bond told the Mirror. Adding the princess "is looking radiant and delighted to be back in the public arena," Bond said that Kate "is most certainly the star of the royal show."

Although she doesn't have any events on her calendar right now, Princess Kate is soon to be in the thick of the busy spring/summer royal season ahead, including Easter, the Chelsea Flower Show, Royal Ascot and Wimbledon.

However, no matter how busy royal duties become, the royal expert noted that the Princess of Wales "also has quite a big job on her hands bringing up three boisterous children, who have lived through an extraordinarily difficult year." Prince William and Kate have consistently made it clear that their children come first, and like they skipped the 2025 BAFTAs to travel to Mustique with Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis, Bond shared that she believes "the Easter school holidays will once again be ring-fenced as much as possible for William and Catherine to have fun with their kids."

Kate Middleton wearing a green coat sitting with red uniformed soldiers on St Patrick's Day 2025

The Princess of Wales posed with members of the Irish Guards on St. Patrick's Day 2025. (Image credit: Getty Images)

Kate Middleton wearing a red coat walking out of Westminster Abbey on Commonwealth Day 2025

The royal attended her first Commonwealth Day ceremony since 2023 on March 10. (Image credit: Getty Images)

The Princess of Wales announced her cancer diagnosis in March 2024, going on to tell the public she had finished chemotherapy in September. Keeping that in mind, Bond continued that "something as shocking as a cancer diagnosis in your early 40s is a wake-up call to appreciate and show your love for the people who mean most to you."

Despite a tumultuous year, the couple seems to have come out on top. During Saturday's Six Nations rugby match, William and Kate showed off their playful relationship, with body language expert Judi James telling the Mirror they engaged in "mischievous, playful fun."

And when it comes to their kids, it sounds like the Princess of Wales has a dream trip in mind. After the March 17 St. Patrick's Day parade, Princess Kate told an Australian reservist that she has a trip Down Under in sight for her kids. "I would like to go back there with them now," she said. "It's finding time to do that. But I love to travel–yes, it's a long flight."

The royal added that "George finds it fascinating that he has been to Australia and New Zealand" as a baby, referring to the 2014 tour baby George accompanied them on years ago. If their half-term break in Mustique is any indication, it sounds like the Wales children could be in for another exciting trip soon enough.

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<![CDATA[ Fall 2025 Fashion Trends Embrace Curves—Runway Casting Is Another Story ]]> Designers seemed to swear off straight-and-narrow silhouettes on the fall 2025 runways. Alaïa kicked off Paris Fashion Week with tubular hooded dresses and undulating skirts inspired by sculptor Mark Manders. Both Sarah Burton's Givenchy debut exploring "everything about the modern woman" and Anthony Vaccarello's stripped-back Saint Laurent show embraced tailoring with exaggerated shoulders—to contrast a steeply inverted parabola of a waist. And at Miu Miu, Miuccia Prada made a declaration to accompany her bullet bras and curved-shoulder suits: "The identification of the feminine is synonymous with the curve."

While that ethos wrapped models in sinuous dresses and amped-up power suiting, it didn't bring curves to the casting itself. Runways all season long were devoid of mid- or plus-size models—so much so that it became a daily complaint in my fashion editor group chat. Vogue Business confirmed what we all saw. A semi-annual size-inclusivity study released on March 17 reported that only 0.3 percent of the total looks shown across the major markets (New York, London, Milan, and Paris) were plus-size. That's an even steeper decline from last season when 0.8 percent of looks appeared on plus-size models.

three models at the alaia show wearing intentionally curved dresses and skirts

Alaïa's latest runway presented "clothes like kinetic sculpture," with skirts that jutted outward from the models' bodies. (Image credit: Alaïa)

a model walks the shiaparelli runway with a nipped in waist and exaggeratedly skinny trousers

At Schiaparelli, this season's cinched-in blazers with oversize shoulders replaced trompe l'oeil curve dresses from runways past. (Image credit: Schiaparelli)

The juxtaposition reminded fashion editors like me and casual runway fans how fashion truly perceives curves—the ones made of flesh and blood rather than artfully draped fabric. While exaggerated bustles or shoulders extending into open air are fashion shorthand for empowerment and confidence, a trompe l'oeil dress with an hourglass figure or a mini skirt whose waistband hovers a few inches away from the model's body is actually a sleight of hand to appear even smaller. The mantra "Take up space!" once again applies just to clothes, not diverse body shapes.

In show notes, curvaceous designs were positioned to channel "the power of femininity," as Miu Miu put it. But with an all-time low for plus-size model representation, the curves trending on the runways are manufactured. The 97.7 percent of straight-size models can change their shape at will, trying on bigger hips or more exaggerated waists. However, women whose shapes inspired those curves can't participate—or aren't welcomed to—without designers making their pieces in little other than a sample size. The clothes say one thing, and the casting says the opposite.

two models on the givenchy runway wearing intentionally curved blazers

At Sarah Burton's Givenchy debut, coat and blazer shoulders curved away from the body—and waists were notably cinched inward. (Image credit: Givenchy)

models at prada and miu miu wearing curve enhanced clothing

Miuccia Prada's two brands, Prada (left) and Miu Miu (right) thought about "the rapport between body and dress," per show notes—and did so with straight-size models only. (Image credit: Getty Images)

Designers don't have to choose between sharing a message with their whole chest and tapping an inclusive cast to display it. Just ask Hermès, the only Paris Fashion Week participant to include a plus-size model on the runway, per Vogue Business. What's holding others back when they proclaim to champion, value, and be inspired by curves—or women in general? I'd love to know.

the only plus size model at the hermes show

According to a study by Vogue Business, Hermès was the only designer who included a plus-size model on the runway this season. (Image credit: Getty Images)

This season has partly served as a warm-up for next September when radical top-down changes are coming to some of the industry's most notable names. Balenciaga, Bottega Veneta, Chanel, Loewe, and Dior are all set to welcome new creative directors (even if they haven't been announced yet)—talents expected to transform the entire appearance of the brands they oversee. It's a moment when the histories of these labels are being rewritten in real-time, as fresh voices take the familiar DNA and spin it into something new.

Once the dust settles, I hope these new designers can assess the numbers, see their runway models envisioned in reality, and finally thread the size-inclusivity needle. Alaïa's creative director, Pieter Mulier, described his latest lineup as "clothes designed to reflect the topography of the female form through curves and padding." But honestly, it's time for runways to do more than merely mirror a single ideal of women's bodies. Let's reimagine fashion week as a platform that honors every woman's form.

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<![CDATA[ Princess Kate's "Naughty" Gesture Reveals Playful Relationship With Prince William ]]> The Prince and Princess of Wales enjoyed a date night at the Wales vs. England Six Nations rugby match on Saturday, March 15, and even though the couple took opposite sides during the game, they still showed off their sweet relationship.

William has served as patron of the Welsh Rugby Union since 2016, so naturally, he sported a red scarf in support of Wales. But Princess Kate took over Prince Harry's patronage of the Rugby Football League in 2022, making her an England fan. Their rivalry is so intense that Jo Elvin, host of the Daily Mail's "Palace Confidential" podcast, joked that the couple "may need a referee in house" during a recent episode.

While visiting Principality Stadium in Cardiff, Wales, however, the duo enjoyed plenty of "mischievous, playful fun," as body language expert Judi James told the Mirror.

"At the start of the game, we saw Kate sitting looking serious and even slightly tense, but William was beaming smugly as though assuming his side would win, show-boating a little as he shook hands and chatted with people around him and waved, beaming, to other fans," James said.

Kate Middleton and Prince William sitting in the crowd at the Six Nations rugby match in March 2025

The prince and princess cheered on their respective teams from the stands on March 15. (Image credit: Getty Images)

Prince William and Kate Middleton sitting at a table and smiling at the Six Nations rugby match in March 2025

Ahead of the match, the royals visited with injured players who are supported by the Welsh Rugby Charitable Trust. (Image credit: Getty Images)

Although Prince William seemed confident in the Welsh team, the Princess of Wales—who sat between Prince William and Rob Udwin, president of the Rugby Football Union—looked more "tense" as she spoke with Udwin, per the body language expert.

However, once England began winning, James shared that "Kate's more playful side emerged." According to the outlet, the Princess of Wales flashed "a naughty dimpled smile, while William stuck to his puckered-mouth grins to suggest he was still enjoying the banter." At the end of the day, England emerged victorious with a stunning 68 to 14 win—and Princess Kate was clearly thrilled with the outcome.

On Monday, March 17, the princess made another appearance, attending the annual Irish Guards St. Patrick's Day parade in London. Wearing a repeat green Alexander McQueen coat and coordinating hat, Princess Kate—who missed the event last year due to her cancer diagnosis—handed out shamrocks and engaged in some friendly chat with members of the regiment and their families.

While enjoying a pint of Guinness, Kate revealed that Prince William might not keep his fan-favorite beard forever. "These trends come and go," she told some section commanders in the mess hall, adding, "I was saying to my husband, I'm not sure how long he’s going to keep his for." Perhaps she can make it interesting with a friendly bet over their next sporting rivalry.

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<![CDATA[ 4 Essentials That Are the Backbone of My Spring Wardrobe ]]> Friends! Hello, hello, hello! I can’t tell you how thrilled I am to be writing this from my couch, fresh off an incredibly hectic fashion month. Sorry for leaving you hanging last week. Were you following along while we were at the shows? If not, you may have missed Doechii having the time of her life, the easy and chic French girl style hack MC style director Sara Holzman spotted everywhere, and, of course, the Sézane trench coat I couldn’t stop wearing.

The shows were great and the weather…even better! For real, we couldn't stop talking about the pitch perfect spring temperatures. It generally rains every! single! damn! time! I’m in Paris, so I couldn’t have been more thrilled to see the sun for eight days straight. It also inspired my topic for this week’s newsletter: my spring wardrobe essentials.

CROPPED AND MID-LENGTH COATS

I’ve yapped and yapped about the best chore coat in the world, but unfortunately it’s time to wave goodbye to this heavy essential. I’m ready to take my lightweight styles off the bench and bring them back into my rotation. Paired with a merino wool sweater, these options ensure that you won’t overheat in your office after your commute.

DENIM ANYTHING

Although my Nili Lotan leather Shon pants were my fashion month wardrobe MVP, I’m ready to embrace my inherent New York style. That means denim, denim, and more denim. The temperatures are getting a little higher, so these picks are lightweight and can be layered with knee-high socks and boots on those deceptively cold spring days.

KNIT SWEATERS AND LONG-SLEEVE T-SHIRTS

I had an epiphany while in Paris: While I love the look of a button-down shirt, I absolutely HATE steaming clothes. It’s actually the worst, especially when you’re in a rush. Instead, on most days I went with a thin knit that could be layered (it adds some depth to the look and makes it more visually interesting) with a short or long-sleeve shirt underneath.

ALL-WEATHER BOOTS

You may be tempted to stash all your boots and pull out your loafers and sandals, but don’t do it! It was 30 degrees yesterday morning in NYC—we’re not out of the woods just yet. Knee-high boots as I mentioned above pair nicely with lightweight denim, while rugged ankle boots are ideal for unexpected rainy days.

Anatomy of an Outfit

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Shows, shows, and more shows! I shared all my outfits over on Instagram, but in case you missed it, I’m dropping the pieces I leaned on to make my 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. days all the easier.

Reading List

First time reading Self Checkout? Catch up on the past few weeks.

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<![CDATA[ Working as Prince George, Prince Louis, and Princess Charlotte's Nanny Is Allegedly Very Lucrative ]]> It's regularly reported that Prince William and Princess Kate prioritize their three children—Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis—over everything else. They also allegedly want their children to have a normal childhood, but that doesn't mean they don't have a little help from time to time. Enter Maria Teresa Turrion Borrallo, Royal Family nanny to George, Charlotte, and Louis.

Since the family's move to Adelaide Cottage in Windsor, Kate and William's kids haven't had a live-in nanny. However, it's still expected that Borrallo will help to shape the Prince and Princess of Wales's children until they become adults. And according to the Express, there are several perks associated with being a nanny for the Royal Family.

Having studied at the well-respected Norland College in Bath, Borrallo can reportedly expect to earn as much as $155,000 per year. On top of a generous salary, Royal Family nannies can allegedly expect "perks including designer handbags, trips abroad, and luxurious living quarters," the Daily Mail reported.

Royal Family Norland Nanny Maria Borallo

Maria Borrallo is Prince George, Prince Louis, and Princess Charlotte's nanny. (Image credit: Getty Images)

Norland College's Principal, Dr. Janet Rose, told the Daily Mail, "Amongst many traits, Norland Nannies need to be loving, kind, honest, creative, practical, responsible, organized, and willing to continually learn and improve in order to do the very best for the families and young children with whom they work."

Rose also noted that the most important attribute of a Norland Nanny isn't encyclopedic knowledge of babies and young people, but "an absolute commitment to being the person that changes the world through shaping the life of the children they work with."

Royal Family Norland Nanny Maria Borallo

Maria Borrallo trained at the prestigious Norland College. (Image credit: Getty Images)

As Norland Nannies are usually placed with high-profile clients, such as celebrities or members of the Royal Family, they apparently receive additional training that sets them apart from other candidates. According to the Daily Mail, Norland Nannies may be expected to learn skills such as "getaway driving and martial arts while pushing a pram to fend of kidnappers or paparazzi." Basically, it sounds as though the Royal Family's nannies more than deserve the alleged perks of the job.

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<![CDATA[ Hailey Bieber's Raspberry Jam Blush Is Ripe for Viral Spring Beauty Trends ]]> Hailey Bieber is once again drawing beauty inspiration from Bonne Maman fruit preserves. I suppose that means it must be spring after all, Groundhog Day predictions be damned.

On Mar. 17, the mother of one shared an Instagram photo dump that seemingly teased a juicy new addition to the Rhode Pocket Blush lineup: a saturated raspberry shade. In several slides, a makeup artist—most likely Mary Phillips, if I had to guess—could be seen diffusing a magenta cream flush over the beauty founder's cheeks with a small brush. The nameless deep pink hue looks much richer than the viral "strawberry girl" makeup look Bieber popularized in summer 2023, but undeniably plays into the same berry-stained instincts. The color also appears to be dropping in tandem with a matching Peptide Lip Tint shade called PBJ in a nod to the timeless jam-covered sandwich.

A photo of Hailey Bieber modeling what appears to be a new Rhode Pocket Blush shade.

Hailey Bieber models what appears to be a new Rhode Pocket Blush shade. (Image credit: Instagram/@haileybieber)

A photo of a makeup artist diffusing a berry pink blush shade over Bieber's cheeks.

A makeup artist diffuses a berry pink blush shade over Bieber's cheeks. (Image credit: Instagram/@haileybieber)

Bieber's carousel also included several selfies that showcased how the cream blush stick looks once blended. Although it's almost wine-colored at first swatch, the shade seems to sheer out to a brighter reddish pink when applied to lips and cheeks. Consider it yet another cosmic sign to embrace spring 2025 makeup trends by way of bold pink blush as winter's gloom finally begins to retreat. As makeup artist Emily Gray previously told Marie Claire, placing a pop of pink just below the eye can be an even more brightening alternative to concealer alone.

A photo of Hailey Bieber showing off berry pink cheeks and lips in a photo dump shared to Instagram.

Hailey Bieber shows off berry-stained cheeks and lips in a photo dump shared to Instagram. (Image credit: Instagram/@haileybieber)

A photo of Bieber wearing the same shade of raspberry on her lips and cheeks for a monochromatic makeup look.

Bieber wears the same shade of raspberry on her lips and cheeks for a monochromatic makeup look. (Image credit: Instagram/@haileybieber)

It's unclear how soon the Fila muse intends to drop this stunning update to the Pocket Blush color range, but this much is certain: Berry-stained cheeks are ripe for a comeback. And with Bieber leading the way, TikTok is sure to follow.

That said, if you can't wait bear to wait any longer for the drop, Rhode Peptide Lip Tint in Raspberry Jelly and Pocket Blush in Sleepy Girl would be suitably juicy stand-ins.

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<![CDATA[ Ellen Pompeo's Spring Pink Lip Is a Billboard for Color Theory ]]> Ellen Pompeo is walking proof that color theory can take your aesthetic to the next level. On Mar. 17, the Grey's Anatomy star stopped by New York City for an appearance on Good Morning America looking absolutely radiant. Between her pink turtle-neck sweater and tailored trousers, green trench coat, and cream-colored shoes, she was a walking billboard for spring color trends.

The true standout in Pompeo’s outfit had nothing to do with her clothing, however. Instead, my eyes went straight to her blurred lip color, which perfectly complemented the shades that she was wearing. Her lipstick seemed to be a cross between a sheer red and pink, and looked gorgeous next to the soft flush of color on her cheeks.

Save for a few lashes toward the end of her eyes and a soft touch of color in her brows, the rest of her makeup was kept relatively simple and glowy. Her nails were also painted a neutral cream shade that matched her shoes.

Ellen Pompeo in pink lipstick and a green trench plus pink pants and shirt

Ellen Pompeo proved color theory's power in a pink lip and coordinating suit. (Image credit: Getty Images)

A bright lip color can be an easy way to look more polished and put-together with minimal effort. It’s the basis of the viral red lip theory that was all over TikTok a few months ago. In a video that now has thousands of views, content creators and educators known as the Lipstick Lesbians claimed that wearing just red lipstick and no other makeup can make your skin appear smoother, thanks to the color drawing people’s attention solely to your lips. While Pompeo’s lip color isn’t a stark red, the same theory applies to bright lip colors in general—which is why her version of the look works so well.

I’m a big fan of a bold lip combination, and there’s one in particular that has had my heart lately. Better yet, it feels extremely similar to Pompeo’s version. Keep reading to see how you can recreate the look with a drugstore formula that has become one of my holy grails.

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<![CDATA[ Princess Kate Teases that Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis Could Be Making an International Appearance ]]> It was a festive day at London's Wellington Baracks on Monday, March 17 as Kate Middleton returned to the annual St. Patrick's Day parade in her role as Colonel of the Irish Guards. Along with presenting shamrocks to officers and guardsmen and greeting their official canine mascot, the Princess of Wales stopped in for a pint of Guinness with members of the regiment and their families. During her relaxed visit to the Sergeants' Mess, Princess Kate—dressed in an elegant green Alexander McQueen coat—revealed that there's one travel destination that she has in mind for her young family.

According to Hello!, the princess was speaking to an Australian reservist named Corporal Adam Hamilton when she shared her desire to go back Down Under. "George finds it fascinating that he has been to Australia and New Zealand," she shared, referring to her 11-year-old son's first royal tour when he was just a baby.

While Princess Charlotte has joined her parents on tours in Europe and to Canada, Princess Louis has yet to experience this aspect of royal life. However, Princess Kate hinted that she would love to bring the kids to Australia one day.

"I would like to go back there with them now," she said. "It's finding time to do that. But I love to travel–yes, it's a long flight."

The princess acknowledged that it was a matter of balancing time between work and family. "We tend to go further afield when it’s official visits, it's being able to carve out time to experience these countries in a more private capacity," she said, adding, "because otherwise you end up seeing lots of insides of amazing buildings but you don't get to meet that many people."

Kate Middleton wearing a green coat sitting at a table with Irish Guards soldiers on St Patrick's Day 2025

The Princess of Wales spoke with members of the Irish Guards after the annual St. Patrick's Day parade. (Image credit: Getty Images)

"It’s making sure that you can combine a bit of work with the children," Princess Kate continued, telling Hamilton, "I might see you down there!"

The princess, who pinned the Irish Guards' gold Cartier shamrock brooch to her jacket, also touched on her childhood experience of living in Jordan. "I love the Middle East because that's familiar to me growing up," she said. "There are so many opportunities now to travel, I think it's brilliant to experience it."

Speaking of far-off destinations, the Prince and Princess of Wales recently returned from a family vacation in sunny Mustique. The couple skipped the 2025 BAFTAs to bring George, Charlotte and Louis to spend some time in the Caribbean over their half-term break—and they celebrated grandma Carole Middleton's 70th birthday with a decadent island party, too.

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<![CDATA[ 32 Show-Stopping Couture Wedding Dresses ]]> When high fashion meets occasion, the results can be spectacular. Wedding dress couture is a shining example: exquisite and one-of-a-kind, houses from Yves Saint Laurent to Chanel and Dior have designed breathtaking bridal-inspired couture.

There are no "rules" when it comes to wedding gowns, but they're most often white, with clean silhouettes and details or flourishes befitting the occasion. Ahead, the most gorgeous wedding dresses to ever grace the runway.

Nina Ricci, Paris, 1989

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Nina Ricci is known for elegance and femininity. This vintage wedding style is no exception; the veil is long and beautiful, and the sheer sleeves echo that theme in the dress itself. The whole thing looks ethereal, with the floral pattern on the body adding dimension.

Givenchy, Paris, 1990

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Look at the drama. I could easily see a royal wearing this down the aisle! Givenchy's sharp silhouettes and clean lines lends itself well to wedding dress design. Fun fact: the cape is detachable, according to the original caption, which feels appropriate for a reception.

Vera Wang, New York, 2007

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When you think "designer wedding gown," Vera Wang probably springs to mind immediately. This is from 2007, and it's deceptively simple. The empire waist is flattering, and that tiny silver detail at the right shoulder is a nice grace note. The ruffle at the neckline echoes the gorgeous train in the back.

Chanel, New York, 1992

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Designers of the '90s gave wedding dresses a new couture spin. Claudia Schiffer looks delighted to be walking in this bulbous Chanel gown. The shape is so cool and counterintuitive; it feels like an oversized '80s aesthetic that's been modernized for a new decade.

Nikolay Krasnikov, Russia, 2013

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This, from Russia Fall/Winter 2013/2014, is cool and architectural. The layers of draped fabric create a very full, dimensional, almost casual experience. And let's not underestimate that gorgeous, layered choker necklace on top, which is adding back needed structure.

Hakan Akkaya x Cinderella Bridal Capsule Collection, Istanbul, 2021

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Wouldn't this be the coolest courthouse dress of all time?? Obviously, making the train an extension of the sleeves is amazing, since you can throw your arms back like this and let it trail out behind you. If you're using this as a practical dress, maybe remove the long pieces for the reception.

Franck Sorbier, New York, 2005

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There was a moment in the '00s where feathered dresses were all the rage. The pink Versace that Penelope Cruz wore to the 2007 Oscars comes to mind, for example. This feels spiritually similar, although I might like the gathered fabric on the skirt a bit better.

Hanae Mori, Paris, 2000

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It's vintage-inspired, it's over-the-top, it's voluminous! I kind of love it. This Y2K design is clearly taking inspiration from the '80s, but the asymmetry of the tulle feels a little unexpected. My favorite part is undoubtedly the enormous rose in the model's hair.

Ralph & Russo, Paris, 2019

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Ralph & Russo balanced tradition and modernity extremely well. So much of this is deeply feminine: the floral details, the shape of the bodice, the rose crown in the hair. But there's also a touch of fun in the puffy blooms on the skirt and the messy hairdo.

Elie Saab, Paris, 2022

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For the iconoclast bride! Elie Saab designs are elaborate but also a touch edgy—like making this gown sheer from the hips down, for example. But even with all that sheer material, it still looks refined and chic. It might not be for everyone, but if you're into it, you're really into it.

Elie Saab, New York, 2005

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This, from the 2005-2006 collection, demonstrates how Elie Saab has been playing with shape and materiality for a long time. The sheen of the dress is gorgeous, but it's elevated by the strategic ruching at the bodice. That bubble hem is magnificent.

Carolyne Roehm, New York, 1989

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Carolyne Roehm's bridal was capital-c Classy. This photo was taken in 1988, but the sleek, fitted shape is perfect for any decade. The chunky jewelry and pointed-toe heels give this more personality and help the dress feel more grounded. Someone wear this at their wedding!

Carolina Herrera, New York, 2011

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While color isn't always a hallmark of wedding style, it can be a useful dramatic tool. Carolina Herrera's designs are often very ladylike, which is why a stark black—even when it's deployed as softly as it is here—is a gorgeous contrast. It's a smart move to match the flowers and shoes.

Chanel, Paris, 2021

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That's Margaret Qualley under the veil! The shape of the dress is so classic and feels drawn from various style icons (I could see Jackie Kennedy or Meghan Markle in this). But my favorite part is the veil itself, which feels quite authentic for Chanel.

Ziad Nakad, Paris, 2019

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I mean...she's so regal, she has a crown! Ziad Nakad's designs are exquisite and dramatic in equal measure, and this is exactly par for the course. It would be difficult to get a wedding gown that's bigger or more intricate than this. Which royal wants to wear it?

Bob Mackie, New York, 1997 

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Designer Bob Mackie really understood the power of drama. The average bride might not want to wear a cone hat on their special day, but it literally and figuratively elevates the look. I also love the subtle zig-zag design in the bodice as well as the mockneck on top.

Zuhair Murad, Paris, 2022

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Zuhair Murad is elegant but also deeply glamorous. This gown has both in spades; the beading is intricate and geometric in an amazing way. I love the modern touch on top (off the shoulder with sheer tulle over the gown), but otherwise this is a stunning classic design.

 Yves Saint Laurent, Paris, 1999

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This is a gorgeous behind-the-scenes photo (Pierre Berge, on the left, was a co-founder of the Yves Saint Laurent Couture House). Model-actor Laetitia Casta is modeling an absolute gorgeous dress; the floral lace and flower crown are extremely romantic.

Monique Lhullier, New York, 2007

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Monique Lhullier's designs are ethereal and almost dreamlike. The floral beads on the skirt are already perfectly delicate, but that top peplum tier adds another dimension to a simple design. It's a smart move to place some beads at the shoulders and on the sides.

Tsai Meiyue, China, 2011

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Tsai Meiyue is a top Chinese bridal designer, if you're unfamiliar. This is, essentially, a walking work of art. I love all of it, but particularly that the headpiece looks like a crown. The gold corset looks like feminized armor, and the lace cutouts in the skirt are so precise.

Badgley Mischka, New York, 2007

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When you ask people to describe a wedding gown, they usually think of details and drama. But this Badgley Mischka proves that simplicity can be its own design feature. This is 2007, but you wouldn't necessarily know that—the streamlined shape could work in any decade.

Reem Acra, New York, 2017

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(Insert "Florals for spring? Groundbreaking" joke here!) Reem Acra is always extremely intricate and detailed. But it's rare to see actual flowers on a wedding dress, in this case blooming out of the side. I honestly love it—it adds a touch of whimsy.

Dior, Paris, 2022

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Simple is beautiful! Dior is often notable for its tailoring and fabric, so this wedding gown is in keeping with that focus. I love that the fabric is heavy and luxurious and thus doesn't need any further adornment—yet the beading at the top is a nice grace note.

Oscar de la Renta, New York, 2015

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Oscar de la Renta can be both feminine and lavish—and this is both. This tiered shape is exceptional; the design is expert, and it looks more elegant than cutesy. I also love the beaded, bowed straps in the corset, which add some nice visual interest.

Saint Laurent, Paris, 1996

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First off: I love that black hat. More wedding gown hats, please! Secondly, I love the slight irreverence of the styling, with the dark nail polish and lips echoing the darkness of the hat. The gown itself is simple and very '90s, but not in a dated way.

Chanel, Paris, 2014

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From the front, you can only see the gown's golden brooch and buttons. But from the side, you're treated to the full glory of that golden train. Chanel designers know how to emphasize the details, and this feels quite innovative for a bridal design.

Pronovias, Barcelona, 2020

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Pronovias is often quite elegant and sophisticated. As such, this gown is visually interesting through material and shape instead of intricacy. I particularly love that asymmetric neckline at the top. The flowing train in the back is a really nice touch.

Claire Pettibone, New York, 2007

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Claire Pettibone is feminine and often vintage-inspired. It's honestly impressive how this dress manages to be delicate without being twee or on the nose. I love that the embroidery is colorful but not overwhelmingly so. Bonus points for the red lipstick!

Pierre Cardin, Paris, 1977

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Proof that wedding designers have been innovating for decades! Pierre Cardin stands with a model showing off one of his 1977 creations. Minus the top ruffles, this actually has a quite modern shape. My favorite part is the random sprigs of flowers, though.

Monique Lhullier, New York, 2007

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The shape of this gown is so cool. It almost looks as though it's been tied at the side; the effect is almost casual, as if the bride DIYed her own dress bustle. In actual fact, the shaping is extremely thoughtful, and the asymmetry is extremely chic.

Elie Saab, Paris, 2022

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Now this is a gown. Some of the dresses in this collection were a bit sheer, and this dress has a touch of that in the skirt. But the standout here, obviously, is the beading. To complement the champagne-colored fabric, the sequins range from silver all the way to pink.

Vera Wang, New York, 1999

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Nothing beats a classic! This shows off exactly why Vera Wang has been synonymous with bridal for a very long time. This is the right balance between fitted and voluminous, delicate and robust, soft and structured. It's undoubtedly a gown for all ages!

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<![CDATA[ Why King Charles and Queen Camilla Are Spending a "Lot of Time Apart" Ahead of Their 20th Wedding Anniversary ]]> Queen Camilla and King Charles are approaching their 20th wedding anniversary, but don't expect them to spend every waking minute together. In fact, one royal expert has suggested the pair actually spends "a lot of time apart."

Charles and Camilla—who tied the knot on April 9, 2005—are reportedly comfortable with alone time. Ingrid Seward, the editor-in-chief of Majesty magazine, revealed to The Sun's Fabulous, "They actually spend quite a lot of time apart." She continued, "Ray Mill House [in Wiltshire] is Camilla's sort of release from royal life, if you like."

It was recently reported that King Charles spent $3.9 million to buy the house next door to Camilla's private home. It would seem that The King knew just how much his wife valued her privacy, and wanted to help her maintain her sanctuary. "Before she married Charles, she made a pact with him that she would keep Ray Mill House as her bolthole," Seward explained. "She goes every weekend when she can, and she goes during the summer so that she can spend some time with her grandchildren and her children, and it's something that's away from the whole royal world."

King Charles wearing a blue suit standing next to Queen Camilla, wearing a blue dress, in a garden outside

Queen Camilla reportedly loves retreating to her private home. (Image credit: Getty Images)

Seward also discussed how Charles and Camilla balance the time they spend apart with quality time as a couple. "Quite often she doesn't go to Highgrove [Charles's private home] at all unless she and Charles are entertaining together," Seward said. "She'll just go straight to Ray Mill House and spend the weekend there."

The royal expert noted that Queen Camilla relishes having private time away from the rigmarole of life within the Royal Family. "It's getting away from the restrictions of the security and being surrounded by staff and people doing things for you, which, of course, sounds lovely for all of us," Seward explained.

King Charles III and Queen Camilla meet British Muslim women at a female led restaurant and help pack donation boxes ahead of Ramadan, at Darjeeling Express, Kingly Court, Carnaby Street on February 26, 2025 in London, England

"They actually spend quite a lot of time apart." (Image credit: Eddie Mulholland - WPA Pool/Getty Images)

Noting the importance of Camilla's private home, Seward told the outlet, "I think in her case she needed somewhere where she could actually relax and just be herself, and slope around in dirty jeans if she wanted to, and not be constantly monitored."

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<![CDATA[ 'On Becoming a Guinea Fowl' Is a Revolutionary Call to Speak Up Against Female Abuse ]]> This article contains discussions of sexual assault and abuse. For support, please contact the National Sexual Assault Hotline at (800) 656-4673, or visit rainn.org.

This story includes minor spoilers about the ending of On Becoming a Guinea Fowl. The Zambian Bemba funeral rites depicted in On Becoming a Guinea Fowl are both full of noise and painfully silent. But it's what's left unsaid between the women carrying out these acts in Zambian-British filmmaker Rungano Nyoni's film that speaks volumes about female abuse.

Nyoni’s sophomore feature, released into theaters by A24 on March 7, depicts a family as they lay to rest a man who has done irreparable harm to his young female relatives—the same women expected to perform the duties of his lamentation. The funeral slips more and more into a nightmare as the scope of his abuse is unfurled, and it becomes clear how many people allowed him to continue causing pain. The story is enraging yet familiar, happening time and time again, in communities all over the world, but Rungano’s film is the most effective in recent memory at showing the devastation that a culture of silence around female abuse can cause.

A woman (Susan Chardy as Shula) sits in the driver's seat of a car while wearing a bedazzled helmet, sunglasses, and a black trash bag, in 'On Becoming a Guinea Fowl.'

On Becoming a Guinea Fowl begins with a stoic Shula (Susan Chardy) discovering the dead body of her uncle Fred in the road. (Image credit: Chibesa Mulumba/Courtesy of A24)

On Becoming a Guinea Fowl picks up when Shula (Susan Chardy), recently returned home to Zambia from living in Europe, comes across the dead body of her uncle in the road. One moment, Shula—coming home from a party, dressed like Missy Elliot in the “The Rain” music video— stands over the corpse; the next, we see her as a child, looking down with a stoic, emotionless expression. This surreal scene is the first time that the trauma of what Uncle Fred did to her reemerges. And though it continues to resurface, it’s never clear what exactly happened to her or the other survivors who are revealed throughout the film.

The drama is all the more compelling to leave Uncle Fred’s abuse off-screen—and it was important to Nyoni to depict it that way. “I did include a more explicit version when I wrote the script, but it always felt false to my experience and my version of what I wanted to express,” Nyoni tells Marie Claire via email. “How do you talk about something without talking about something? It is a bit of a challenge and sometimes can deflate expectations because everyone wants that cathartic moment of saying or expressing the truth, but in this setting, it's not truthful.”

With the abuse left unspoken and unseen, the viewer is left only with Shula's POV to set the narrative tone. Shots are frequently claustrophobic close-ups of her face as she sits silently among the mourners in her mother’s empty living room. Shula refuses to join the performative grief for the horrible man—the biggest stand she can take. Still, the confinement never lets up. Even when she’s the only one awake in the house, ordered to cook first thing in the morning, the camera shows Shula framed by a doorway as she stares into the fires under the boiling pots, an effective symbol of the rage she can’t express.

A woman (Elizabeth Chisela as Nsansa) touches a dead body laying in the road, covered with a blanket, in 'On Becoming a Guinea Fowl.'

Shula's gregarious, often-drunk cousin Nsansa (Elizabeth Chisela) is another woman reckoning with Fred's abuse. (Image credit: Chibesa Mulumba/Courtesy of A24)

“It was really interesting for me to play Shula and just inhabit this space of internalizing everything, taking thoughts in but not allowing them really to come out. It's kind of turmoil inside,” Chardy tells Marie Claire over Zoom. The 42-year-old Zambian-British actress, who makes her feature-film debut in Guinea Fowl, understands her character’s place as a young woman who has been raised to respect and defer to her elders. “In some of the scenes, Shula is so focused on, How am I going to get this out of me? What am I dealing with inside, and how does this come out? There's silence around [me], but how am I going to be the one to speak up or to get this out?

Accountability is a lofty ideal in this story. A few minutes into the film, we meet Nsansa (Elizabeth Chisela), Shula’s unruly cousin who will be some form of inebriated throughout the runtime. At first, she seems like a form of comic relief, until she ultimately presents her own story of abuse, demonstrating the tragedy beneath her tone. Then there’s Bupe (Esther Singini), another cousin who spends most of her time onscreen in the hospital. Bupe is the closest we get to a sober confession of Fred’s deeds, having recorded a video detailing what he did. Though it cuts off before the audience learns the full scope, Shula sees it all. But Bupe’s mother tells her, “Don’t think about it or talk about it. Just keep quiet.”

Silence is a prison for all three of the cousins. They often only find camaraderie in each other, save for one emotional scene where their aunties come together and direct their communal singing towards the young women. The moment of unity is the closest Shula, Nsansa, and Bupe will get to a reckoning, and it’s a moment where men are decidedly absent. But it isn’t the end of the story.

Susan Chardy as Shula and Elizabeth Chisela as Nsansa, looking out a window, in 'On Becoming a Guinea Fowl.'

Shula (Susan Chardy, left) and Nsansa (Elizabeth Chisela, right) are examples of the inadvertent harm a family can cause within itself. (Image credit: Chibesa Mulumba/Courtesy of A24)

The final survivor is Fred’s young widow, Chichi (Norah Mwansa), who Shula deduces her uncle married when she was only 11 or 12. Even now, she’s still only in her teens, but the mother of a 7-year-old. Throughout the funeral days, Chichi is treated worse and worse by Shula’s aunts who claim that she drove her husband to death by being a neglectful wife. If Shula and her cousins’ turmoil show the inadvertent harm a family can cause within itself, Chichi shows the blatant, abominable harm the unit can turn towards outsiders. While Shula shows how a culture of silence can affect loved ones, Guinea Fowl’s true mastery is expounding upon that to show how none of the young women are truly protected until they all are.

On Becoming a Guinea Fowl brings its title to life in the film’s final moments, when Shula, her cousins, and Chichi’s children—the next generation hurt by their traditional ways—approach the family home where they've been gathering and Shula and Chichi’s families are now fighting over the assets Fred left behind. The cacophonous crowd is the initial focus before the shot focuses on Shula and her cousins’ disapproving glares; they’re looking into the chaotic living room but also into the camera, seemingly at the audience. Shula opens her mouth, and we hear an animalistic cry. It rivals what we learn earlier in the film that the guinea fowl’s cry is meant to warn the species when danger is approaching. Shula has become the title.

Rungano became obsessed with guinea fowls while writing the film. “In African culture, they signify healing and courage and protection of loved ones. In sub-Saharan Africa they also signify resilience,” she says. “They are just badass creatures so had to be part of the final shot somehow.” Rungano also composed the final image to be the opposite of the film’s opening, as Shula goes from being “trapped” in the dark to standing tall in an “open, bright, and sort of fantastical” frame.

Director Rungano Nyoni on the set of 'On Becoming a Guinea Fowl.'

Director Rungano Nyoni says the titular guinea fowl signifies "healing, courage, protection of loved ones [and] resilience." (Image credit: Chibesa Mulumba/Courtesy of A24)

I left my first viewing of Guinea Fowl entranced and supremely frustrated. The film left me marveling at the cultural tics of Shula’s aunties that I recognized within my own African-American family, the passive-aggressive admonishment of Shula’s behavior. It’s a specific yet universal story about the harm groups can inflict on each other, both unintentional and intentional, all stemming from not treating abuse with the gravity it deserves.

Chadry also recognizes the universal importance of the film. “It can be about anything that resonates with you personally in your life that you've been silent about, whether it's within your job, how you're treated, the color of your skin. Or someone else's experience that you've seen but have not been vocal about,” she says. “I just think, the more silent you are, things fester, and nothing good comes out of festering. We've got to all learn to get things out…The baseline of it is therapy, but on a bigger scale, it's revolutionary. It's movement. It's togetherness.”

“There's no defeat in the film,” the actress adds. “Obviously, there's no justice necessarily, but I feel like it leaves a sense of hope for future generations. So I'm hoping that it encourages more people in the climate that we're in to speak up.”

After showing how this culture of silence can devastate entire generations, On Becoming a Guinea Fowl holds a mirror up to the audience and asks, “What happens if we scream?”

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<![CDATA[ Kate Middleton Hints That Prince William Might Be Switching Up His Appearance Soon: "These Trends Come and Go" ]]> Kate Middleton enjoyed the annual St. Patrick's Day parade with the Irish Guards in London on March 17, spending time with members of the regiment and passing out shamrocks to the Irish Guards' furry mascot, Turlough Mór (a.k.a. Seamus). And while she declared that horses were "the worst" during one lighthearted chat, the Princess of Wales also weighed in another controversial topic: Prince William's beard.

According to Hello!, the Princess of Wales—who enjoyed a pint of Guinness after the parade—spoke with some "section commanders in the bar about her husband's beard." She's reported to have said, "These trends come and go," adding, "I was saying to my husband, I'm not sure how long he’s going to keep his for."

The comment will come as bad news for many royal watchers. The Prince of Wales debuted his fan-favorite beard last summer in a video honoring Team GB Olympic athletes, and since then, social media users have gone wild for his new look. Prince William also combined his rugged facial hair with a "finance bro" fashion makeover including relaxed pieces like white sneakers and quarter-zips.

While the father of three admitted that Princess Charlotte was in "floods of tears" when she first saw his beard last summer—causing William to actually go and shave it off—he decided to grow his facial hair back.

Prince William sitting at a table talking with his hands at a 2025 Six Nations rugby match

Prince William is seen during the Six Nations rugby match on Saturday, March 15. (Image credit: Getty Images)

Kate Middleton drinking a pint of Guinness in a green coat and hat next to two Irish Guards on St. Patrick's Day 2025

Princess Kate opened up about William's beard as members of the Irish Guards enjoyed pints of Guinness. (Image credit: Getty Images)

Unlike her daughter, the Princess of Wales seems to be a fan of the bearded look. In an interview with 60 Minutes Australia, the Prince and Princess of Wales's former royal aide, Jason Knauf, said, "If she didn't like it, it wouldn't be there. I could tell you that!"

Beards aside, Princess Kate chatted with many members of the Irish Guards and their families at Monday's event, like Noah Hogan, whose father is the regiment's Company Sergeant Major. When hearing Noah played soccer, she said via Hello!, "Our kiddies play football. Do Mummy and Daddy come and watch? Do you like the idea of being in the Army too?"

When asked where she lived, the princess told another guest at the event, "We are in Windsor at the moment. We were in London but moved there for more green space. It's close enough to London, not too far away."

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<![CDATA[ Meghan Markle Shares the "Uncomfortable" Experience She Had After Moving to Montecito ]]> Meghan Markle is now firmly established within the Montecito community, where she lives with husband Prince Harry and their two kids—Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet. But that doesn't mean every aspect of her time in California has been smooth sailing.

The Duchess of Sussex—who recently launched her Netflix series, With Love, Meghan—spoke to People about one of the more awkward things she's encountered since moving to Montecito. "I go to group [yoga] classes that sometimes have 40 to 50 people in them and just walk in like, 'Hi!'" she explained. "Of course, at the beginning, that felt like a lot. By the way, I think anybody walking into a yoga class with 50 people when you're one of the last people that walk in and everyone looks up, it's going to feel a little uncomfortable!"

Meghan Markle wears a nude off the shoulder gown

Meghan Markle lives in Montecito with Prince Harry. (Image credit: Getty Images)

Duchess Meghan also discussed how she feels when attending yoga classes alone. "The other day in class, I was there by myself—sometimes I go with girlfriends, but I went by myself—and in the middle of the class they said, 'Great, tell the person on your mat next to you that they're doing a great job, give them a fist pump,'" she explained. "And I looked over and there was someone over there, and I was like [miming a fist bump], 'Well done!' and then I looked to the other side and there was someone else and I went, 'Nicely done! Come on, guys!'"

The former Suits star noted just how much she loves the community aspect of attending group classes, saying, "I mean, that's part of how you connect. I love it. It's the best...I had missed it."

Meghan Markle cutting fruit on a kitchen table in her show With Love, Meghan

A still from Meghan's new Netflix series, With Love, Meghan. (Image credit: Netflix)

During the interview, the Duchess of Sussex sang the praises of the people she'd met in Montecito, and the way in which they allow her to live a relatively normal life. "Once you know us, I think you want us to have the same normalcy as parents and for our children as they do, despite however unique our situation is," she told the outlet.

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<![CDATA[ Jessica Alba Breaks Out Her Best Corset Top and Reformation Party Jeans for Eva Longoria's Yacht Birthday ]]> Jessica Alba's hot divorcée era has only just begun, following her February divorce filing after 16 years of marriage to Cash Warren. The newly-single star is already having plenty of fun with her wardrobe.

In a Mar. 16 Instagram post, the Fantastic Four muse shared photos from longtime friend and fellow actor Eva Longoria's 50th birthday party in Miami. In snapshots from the shindig, which was held on a yacht, the mother of three could seen dancing like a born-again party girl in pieces pulled from all your favorite affordable brands. Take, for instance, her embellished wide-leg jeans: a slouchy high-rise trouser trimmed from top to bottom with silver studs. The exact pair she's wearing—a Reformation style dubbed the Cary—only costs $218, but taps into all the spring 2025 denim trends designers have been sending down the runway lately.

Acne Studios, Chanel, and Chloé are holding firm on high waistlines this season. Stella McCartney, Aläia, and Bottega Veneta, meanwhile, remain bullish on baggy jeans. In addition to those spring style cues, Alba's studded bottoms underscore the dance-floor denim trend seen at Alexander McQueen, Gucci, and Christion Dior, where metallic crystals, fringe, chains, and studs adorned pockets and pant legs for winter 2025.

A photo of Jessica Alba sporting Reformation's silver-studded Cary jeans at Eva Longoria's birthday party.

Jessica Alba sports Reformation's silver-studded Cary jeans at Eva Longoria's birthday party. (Image credit: Instagram/@jessicaalba)

Nearly every guest wore either white or black to Longoria's boat bash in keeping with Miami's unspoken maritime party dress code. Alba paired her party-ready jeans with a strappy white satin corset top that looked like a dead ringer for Aritzia's sweetheart bustier—an under-$200 wardrobe essential whether you regularly visit coastal Florida or not.

Stylist Dani Michelle—whom Alba shares with It girls like Kendall Jenner and Hailey Bieber—matched The Honest Company mogul's blinged-out denim to a smattering of shiny mixed metal accessories. The 43-year-old slipped on a gold pendant necklace along with a cascading pair of sculptural silver teardrop earrings, a platinum watch, a gold cuff bracelet, and a chainlink bracelet that combined rose-gold and chrome disc accents.

A photo of Jessica Alba pairing her Reformation jeans with a white satin bustier top from Aritzia.

Jessica Alba pairs her Reformation jeans with a white satin bustier top from Aritzia. (Image credit: Instagram/@jessicaalba)

Per protocol, the Honest Beauty founder went barefoot on the boat. She did, however, contrast her black pedicure with a white French manicure—the only nail art request that seems to matter these days. Ariana Grande led the nostalgic design's revival on theWicked press tour, but celebrities like Adele, Kate Hudson, and Patina Miller have since joined the fray.

A photo of Jessica Alba contrasting her white French manicure with a black pedicure.

Jessica Alba contrasts her white French manicure with a black pedicure. (Image credit: Instagram/@jessicaalba)

Last month, Alba marked this new chapter of her life with a cursive divorce tattoothat reads, "Life is transformation is life." What better way to celebrate her new lease on life than with a sexy wardrobe refresh and a long night of dancing aboard a yacht with Gloria Estefan and Becky G? Good for her.

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<![CDATA[ Kate Middleton Joked This Animal Is "The Worst" During Lighthearted St. Patrick's Day Moment ]]> Princess Kate was forced to miss St. Patrick's Day last year as she fought cancer, but on Monday, March 17, the royal returned to her regular duties as honorary Colonel of the Irish Guards. Channeling Queen Elizabeth in a repeat Alexander McQueen coat, the Princess of Wales spent time with members of the regiment, including their adorable Irish Wolf Hound mascot, Turlough Mór (a.k.a. Seamus). But while speaking with the dog's handler, the princess revealed her thoughts about another furry friend.

Seamus's handler, Joseph Aldridge, told People that he enjoyed a "lovely chat" with Princess Kate during the event. After the princess praised the dog for "being well-behaved," Aldridge replied, "He is but he can be unpredictable!"

According to the mag, Kate "laughed and said, 'Horses are the worst.'" However, Aldridge continued that the princess "loves all animals," adding the Princess of Wales wished him and Seamus a "happy St. Patrick's Day."

It's long been rumored that Princess Kate is allergic to horses, but in 2011, a palace spokesperson told E! News that it wasn't true. The same year, Clarisa Ru, whose husband served as president of the Santa Barbara Polo Club at the time, told told People (via Hello!) that she spoke with Kate, who told her, "I'm actually allergic to them, but the more time one spends with them the less allergic you become."

It's possible the royal is just not a fan of horses in general. In an episode of the "Palace Confidential" podcast, the Daily Mail’s Jo Elvin said, "I think you can’t be royal and not love horses." However, the publication's editor-at-large Charlotte Griffiths replied, "Catherine doesn’t. She doesn’t like riding. I think she's allergic."

Kate Middleton petting a dog during the St. Patrick's Day 2025 parade

The princess gave the regiment's official mascot plenty of love on St. Patrick's Day. (Image credit: Getty Images)

Kate Middleton leaning forward and petting a dog at the 2025 St. Patrick's Day parade

The Princess of Wales patted Seamus during the ceremony. (Image credit: Getty Images)

Even if Kate might not be the biggest fan of horses (unlike Queen Elizabeth), it seems like Princess Charlotte inherited her great-grandmother's love of riding.

One animal Kate especially loves, however, is dogs. The Wales family owns a black Cocker Spaniel named Orla, and previously owned another spaniel named Lupo, both of whom were bred by her brother James Middleton. Orla's name has a special—and very royal—origin, meaning "golden princess."

During her St. Patrick's Day outing, the princess was full of smiles as she greeted Seamus and presented him with traditional sprigs of shamrock.

"It was special. She’s our Colonel, and obviously, we want her to come to our parade every year, but due to some unfortunate circumstances she couldn’t [last year]," the pup's handler said. "It’s nice to see her come out and get to meet everyone—especially Seamus."

"He’s the fan favorite," Aldridge said. "Not just with the royal family but everyone."

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<![CDATA[ Timothée Chalamet Is "Very Much in Love" With Kylie Jenner and Is "Super Close" With Her Children ]]> Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet took their romance public in a big way throughout awards season, with the makeup mogul accompanying her actor beau to a plethora of high-profile events. According to a new report, Chalamet is incredibly serious about his relationship with Jenner, and has even grown close to her two children—daughter Stormi and son Aire.

Speaking to the Daily Mail, a source alleged that Chalamet had cut off several friends over his romance with Jenner. "Some of Timothée's pals didn't think it was smart to get involved with the Kardashian clan," the source alleged. "They sat him down and expressed their fears that despite his many awards and nominations, the industry wouldn't take him seriously if he was linked to Kylie."

The outlet's source also suggested that the twice Oscar-nominated actor had been serious about the Kylie Cosmetics founder since the start of their romance. "He knew from the beginning that it wasn't just a fling with Kylie," the insider claimed. "He not only decided not to listen to his friends, but to also cut ties."

Kylie Jenner and Timothee Chalamet are reportedly in love

"He knew from the beginning that it wasn't just a fling with Kylie." (Image credit: Getty Images)

Chalamet and Jenner reportedly first connected while attending the Jean Paul Gaultier show at Paris Fashion Week in January 2023. They apparently bonded due to having similar "goofy" personalities and the same taste in music, per the Daily Mail.

Since meeting, they've gradually become accustomed to public displays of affection, whether it's at the Oscars or while watching the tennis. PDA doesn't necessarily come naturally to Chalamet, however. "He really only wants to be a headline with his work, not his relationship, so he can be apprehensive at times," a source told the outlet. Another alleged insider said, "He is very much in love with Kylie, but he does get a little shy with PDA as he knows eyeballs are watching."

Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet

"He is very much in love with Kylie." (Image credit: Getty Images)

Ultimately, anyone doubting the couple's relationship is likely to be disappointed, according to the Daily Mail. "[Kylie's] kids are super close with Timothée," one source claimed. "And if he is now preparing to propose, she would say yes in a heartbeat." Another source confirmed to the outlet, "What they have is real, despite what the naysayers believe."

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<![CDATA[ Rachel Zegler's Custom Dior Princess Gown for the 'Snow White' Premiere Took 450 Hours to Create ]]> If you brought any of the Disney Princesses to life and dropped them on a red carpet, there's only one designer name they'd wear: Dior. The luxury house specializes in crafting romantic ball gowns worthy of the most enchanting princess—which is probably why Rachel Zegler, star of the new live-action Snow White, can't stop wearing them.

For the March 15 world premiere of her new film, Zegler wore the IRL version of a classic Disney gown. Made from dusty, rose-colored taffeta (instead of Snow White's royal blue and gold), the drop-waist design featured a trendy bubble skirt that grazed the red carpet she walked on.

Rachel Zegler attends the World Premiere of Walt Disney Studios'

Rachel Zegler attended the world premiere of Snow White wearing a peach-colored Dior gown. (Image credit: Getty Images)

Rachel Zegler attends the World Premiere of Walt Disney Studios'

The dress featured 3-D butterflies and Dior's signature belted detail. (Image credit: Getty Images)

It featured classic Dior motifs such as a thin belt, bustier-inspired bodice, and a colony of three-dimensional butterflies tacked to the the breast. According to the label, the dreamy confection took 450 hours to complete—50 of which were dedicated to embroidery alone.

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The princess-style gown took more than 450 hours to construct. (Image credit: Dior and Sophie Carre)

Zegler has been using the 2025 award show season to position herself as a proper Dior darling. With the help of her stylist, Sarah Slutsky, the actor has been debuting the frothiest gowns in honor of her Disney character.

Her dreamy pastel and neutral dresses, however, have felt more Cinderella than Snow White. At the 2025 Oscars, for example, Zegler sported yet another Dior creation, walking the red carpet in a romantic, crystal-embellished dress. She bucked Hollywood's method dressing tradition by choosing champagne-colored tulle over midnight blue velvet.

Rachel Zegler attends the 97th Annual Oscars at Dolby Theatre on March 02, 2025 in Hollywood, California.

Rachel Zegler attended the Oscars in another dreamy Dior confection. (Image credit: Getty Images)

This non-literal translation of the Disney Princess aesthetic is just a further indication that by-the-book method dressing as we know it is on its way out. Following a full calendar year of Glinda-inspired outfits, Ariana Grande has finally broken the pink-only spell seemingly cast upon her wardrobe.

Her Wicked co-star, Cynthia Erivo, has also been taking a less direct approach recently, favoring looks that subtly nod to her character, but aren't exactly canon. With Zegler's recent red carpet looks in mind, it seems that homage dressing is finally evolving, from straight-forward costuming to elevated couture.

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<![CDATA[ How Jennifer Lopez Reportedly Plans to "Exact the Ultimate Revenge" on Ex-Husband Ben Affleck ]]> Jennifer Lopez filed for divorce from Ben Affleck in August 2024, and according to a new report, she's ready to completely move on from their relationship.

Since their split, Lopez and Affleck appear to have remained civil with one another, including meeting up for the sake of their children. Affleck even called his ex "spectacular" during a November 2024 interview, suggesting there's no bad blood between the star-crossed lovers. However, according to the Daily Mail, Lopez's next move may surprise fans.

In early 2024, J.Lo released This Is Me...Now, an album accompanied by a visual experience and a documentary. The project was inspired by her romantic history, including her relationship with Affleck, which spanned decades. She even used old love letters from Affleck to inspire the album's lyrics. But the Daily Mail's sources claim that Lopez won't be using Affleck as inspiration for her next album.

Jennifer Lopez wearin ga tan coat and bra top and Ben Affleck wearing a suit smiling at each other on a red carpet

J.Lo is moving on following her divorce from Ben Affleck. (Image credit: Getty Images)

According to the outlet, Lopez "might inadvertently exact the ultimate 'revenge' on ex-husband Ben by wiping him from her next album altogether." Instead, the Marry Me star is allegedly seeking songs that portray "strength, courage, and perseverance," particularly as the multi-hyphenate is in "a great place" following the split.

The source claimed, "Jennifer wanted to settle the divorce quickly...She didn't want to spend the year fighting Ben because this is now her time to reconnect with fans and thrive post-divorce."

Fans of the singer should reportedly prepare themselves for Lopez's magnum opus, with a source telling the outlet, "People close to her feel this will be her version of Beyoncé's Lemonade [about husband Jay-Z's infidelity]. She's working...to create the perfect comeback."

The source claimed Lopez would also love to tour in 2026, after being forced to cancel her summer 2024 performances amid her split from Affleck.

Jennifer Lopez wears a Tom Ford gown and fur coat

"She's working...to create the perfect comeback." (Image credit: Getty Images)

Meanwhile, the publication also cited alternate sources who said Lopez was "happy" and not planning "revenge" on her ex of any kind. As a previous report suggested Affleck was happily enjoying single life, too, perhaps these two are simply ready to move on once and for all.

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<![CDATA[ Is Box Dye Worth It? The Results Are In ]]> If you've ever stood in front of your bathroom mirror while wearing plastic gloves and coating every strand of your hair in dye, you know exactly how intimidating it can be to conduct your own at-home hair transformation. Not all box dyes were created equal, and many make the process much more complicated than it has to be. But some are simply superior to others, proving that at-home dyeing can be an easy yet luxurious experience, and digital creators Carolyn Gray and Megha Rao offer key evidence for my case.

They have fully endorsed Clairol's ColorStrong formula. The brand has transformed at-home hair coloring into an elevated three-step, salon-level experience without the hassle typically associated with DIY hair dyeing or the exorbitant price tag of the salon. (This box dye is under $15, by the way.) The assignment was to get rid of their grays, and Gray and Rao aced it. ColorStrong deserves all of the praise. Keep scrolling for their complete hair transformations and testimonies.

Influencer applies Clairol ColorStrong

(Image credit: @itscarolyngray)

"I love the art and science of hair color. I've tried many colors from green to blonde, mostly done in the salon. While I am pretty confident with doing my own hair at home, I've always trusted a professional hair colorist to do that for me. Truth be told, I did my friends' hair in college and have applied many box dyes in my time. Right now, my biggest concern with my hair is the number of gray hairs that have popped up over the last few months. My father went gray pretty early, so I expected it, but whoa, this is fast. I've been wanting to cover them up but was also concerned about chemicals and the health of my hair. I want to ensure the grays are covered but that my hair remains healthy and maintains its fullness and luster." — Carolyn Gray, digital creator

Influencer applies Clairol ColorStrong

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"The process was a breeze! First, I used the bonding primer, which is just a base coat for protection and readiness. I did need two boxes because I have thick hair. After applying it from the middle of my hair to the tips, I ran a comb through to ensure coverage. Next was the actual color application. Making sure it was saturated and even going through twice while combing through it gave me confidence that I had everything covered. After 30 minutes, I rinsed it out and was shocked to feel how soft my hair was. I even saw more bounce in my curls. The final step is the bonding treatment, which smells so good. It just reinforces everything you just did and seals it in like a top coat. It enhanced my hair when hair coloring can strip it and break it down a bit. And you know a product is efficient when you have very little to clean up at the end." — Gray

Influencer applies Clairol ColorStrong

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"Let's just say my relationship with hair coloring has been complicated. I used to be a strictly salon-only kind of girl, but between mom life, work, and everything in between, scheduling salon visits felt like a luxury I just didn't have time for. Listen, I love my kids, but I don't need my roots reminding me how old they've made me every few weeks. For me, the grays show up uninvited and always in the most obvious places. My biggest concern has always been covering grays without frying and damaging my hair." — Megha Rao, digital creator

Megha Rao

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"The Clairol ColorStrong system is foolproof. The bonding primer is the real MVP. It preps and bonds your hair before you even start coloring. Pro tip: Apply generously, especially on those fragile ends, because who doesn't want extra protection? The permanent color gives multidimensional color and 100% gray coverage and has zero ammonia (a.k.a. no harsh smells that make you question your life choices). Pro tip: Start at your roots because that's where the grays love to party. Think of the bonding treatment as the deep conditioner your hair didn't know it needed. It locks in hydration and keeps your color looking fresh for weeks. Pro tip: Use it weekly! It's like self-care but for your hair. The color is so rich and multidimensional—I look like I just stepped out of a salon, except I didn't even leave my house. Oh, and it comes in 18 gorgeous shades inspired by dreamy travel destinations? Sold." — Rao

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<![CDATA[ Princess Kate's St. Patrick's Day Outfit Proves She's Taking a Page From Queen Elizabeth's Playbook ]]> Kate Middleton made her elegant return to St. Patrick's Day duties on Monday, March 17, attending the annual parade in London in her role as Colonel of the Irish Guards. The Princess of Wales looked gorgeous in a repeat green Alexander McQueen coat for her first time attending the event since 2023—and her look is in keeping with a growing trend in the royal's wardrobe.

The princess chose the same tailored bottle green coat that she wore for a 2022 trip to Boston, pairing it with the petal-trimmed Lock & Co. hat she wore for the 2019 St. Patrick's Day festivities. She accessorized with an old favorite pair of green tourmaline and diamond Kiki McDonough drop earrings and the traditional Irish Guards gold shamrock brooch, carrying the black Grace Han Love Letter bag she carried over the weekend to the Six Nations Rugby game with Prince William.

Naturally, my group chats were buzzing with chats about Kate's look this morning, and as my dear friend Lauren astutely observed, today's look is yet another example of the Princess of Wales leaning toward more of a Queen Elizabeth aesthetic.

In recent months the princess has been rewearing classic, tailored pieces rather than debuting fresh looks, and the deliberate shift mirrors the approach taken by the late Queen. Think of it as uniform dressing, emphasizing consistency and practicality over novelty. Queen Elizabeth relied on an array of brightly colored coats and matching hats, creating a recognizable and constant image even if a piece was new. Looking at Saturday's rugby appearance, for example, the Princess of Wales debuted a sleek navy Alexander McQueen coat that looks similar to a number of pieces already in her wardrobe.

Kate Middleton wearing a green coat and walking alongside soldiers on St Patrick's Day 2025

The Princess of Wales went for Irish green for the 2025 St. Patrick's Day celebrations at Wellington Baracks. (Image credit: Getty Images)

Kate Middleton wearing a green coat smiling and looking at soldiers on St Patrick's Day 2025

The princess pinned a sprig of shamrock to her coat. (Image credit: Getty Images)

Kate Middleton wearing a green coat with shamrocks pinned on it on St Patrick's Day 2025

Princess Kate wore her hair in an elegant updo topped with a Lock & Co. hat. (Image credit: Getty Images)

Embracing a wardrobe that exudes stability is perhaps a reflection of her increasingly senior royal role. But in February, a Kensington Palace source spoke with the Times, sharing, "There is an absolute feeling that it [the public work] is not about what the princess is wearing. She wants the focus to be on the really important issues, the people and the causes she is spotlighting."

The insider continued that "there will always be an appreciation of what the princess is wearing from some of the public and she gets that" but shared that the palace would not be releasing specific details about her looks. After quite a lot of backlash, the source reversed positions, stating that it wasn't the princess's views, but the palace staffer's own. Either way, the Princess of Wales has been leaning into workwear pieces like trouser suits along with repeat coats and familiar silhouettes.

As for the royal's St. Patrick's Day duties, she presented shamrocks to officers, guardsmen and the regiment's adorable mascot, Seamus the Irish Wolf Hound. After the parade, Princess Kate met with military families and junior cadets from Northern Ireland—and toasted with a pint of Guinness.

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<![CDATA[ Rihanna Layers the Bulky Bomber Jacket Trend With a Sheer Skirt and Diamond Choker ]]> She wasn't on the lineup, but Rihanna was still the best-dressed rockstar at Rolling Loud California. On Mar. 16, the singer put her best thigh forward for boyfriend A$AP Rocky's headlining set at the hip-hop music festival. While her partner was busy jettisoning himself into Inglewood’s Hollywood Park Grounds by helicopter, the mother of two was patiently modeling an elevated twist on the bomber jacket trend for paparazzi inside the venue.

Rihanna's ensemble started with a sheer black lace midi skirt worn without any sort of slip or lining underneath. Her skirt's thigh-baring slit was so sky-high, it looked like a panel of fabric was missing. The Fenty x Puma designer matched her translucent midi to a collared black silk shirt left strategically unbuttoned to create a plunging, sternum-showcasing neckline.

A photo of Rihanna pairing a navy blue bomber jacket with a sheer black skirt featuring a high slit.

Rihanna pairs a navy blue bomber jacket with a sheer black skirt featuring a high slit. (Image credit: Backgrid)

The Fenty Beauty mogul topped her coordinating all-black separates with a puffy navy blue parka from Balenciaga's Summer 2025 collection. Her sporty piece tapped into the bomber jacket trend with a blouse-y fit. It also balanced out the bohemian feminine wispiness of her skirt with a heavyweight technical top layer.

RiRi has been a Balenciaga darling for much of creative director Demna Gvasalia's reign, from 2015 until his departure from the house for Gucci last week. Will we begin to see more Gucci crop up in Rihanna's wardrobe once the divisive designer settles into his new gig? Probably so.

Because no outfit would be complete for the Grammy winner without a little bling, Rihanna slipped on two sparkling diamond choker necklaces along with a row of diamond stud earrings. Her jewelry matched the dazzling ankle detail on her Amina Muaddi strappy black sandals. She paired the sultry stiletto heels with a white pedicure—a favorite whether she's promoting a new Fenty Hair launch in London or walking a New York City red carpet in a custom Alaïa dress.

When you're Rihanna, there's truly no better way to support your man's big comeback than serving a show-stopping look. It certainly got fashion people to pay attention.

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<![CDATA[ Jennifer Lawrence Debuts the Trending Adidas Taekwondo Sneaker With Her Street Style Essentials ]]> Jennifer Lawrence is the reigning queen of the three-stripe community, wearing her beloved Adidas sneakers like a crown. The No Hard Feelings actor has virtually limitless footwear prospects (and a noted affinity for Loewe's pairs), yet she reaches for the same brand time after time.

Over the weekend, Lawrence reportedly stepped out for the first time since giving birth. She walked hand-in-hand with husband Cooke Maroney and modeled the next sneaker poised to take over street style: the Adidas Taekwondo.

The star looked utterly demure, dressed in posh New Yorker layers (her signature). She styled a chunky black turtleneck sweater and trousers with a longline duffle coat from Yali Milano. Lawrence rounded out the subdued 'fit with her favorite double-strap leopard shoulder bag from Prada.

Jennifer Lawrence steps out for the first time since giving birth to her second child with husband Cooke Maroney. 03/14/25

Jennifer Lawrence styled her new leather Adidas sneakers with a navy top coat and a leopard print bag. (Image credit: Backgrid)

Living up to her royal title (Adidas royalty, that is), Lawrence debuted the double-leather Taekwondo—which are currently on sale for $63 on the athletic brand's website. It's a slimmed-down style nodding to 2025's biggest sneaker trend—minimal, streamlined silhouettes—swapping ballet slipper inspiration for nods to martial arts. The low-impact price tag is at odds with her outerwear, which costs $1,602 at retail.

Though her Adidas sneakers are classic Lawrence, they're a somewhat new addition to her collection. This leather design joins the countless colorways of Sambas already in her fully-stocked closet, which range from natural hues, like taupe and gray, to darker tones, such as kelly green and black.

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The sneaker is the latest addition to her huge Adidas collection. (Image credit: Getty Images)

In addition to sneaker brand loyalty, Lawrence is also steadfast in her Adidas styling. Time after time, she pairs her striped shoes with loose-fit trousers, cozy tops (sweaters, hoodies, or otherwise), with ankle-skimming jackets in various neutral tones.

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The star owns several colorways, including gray, taupe, and kelly green. (Image credit: Getty Images)

jennifer lawrence wears three-stripe adidas sneakers

Her styling, too, is similar, often wearing them with baggy pants and duster jackets. (Image credit: Getty Images)

Trust that you'll see Lawrence strolling throughout Manhattan in her new Adidas Taekwondos this spring, most likely with a trench from The Row or Loewe over her shoulders. And then, even more celebrities will follow in her footsteps.

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<![CDATA[ Here's Absolutely Everything You Should Know Before Dyeing Your Hair at Home ]]> There are two kinds of hair enthusiasts: those who have been loyal to a hairstylist their whole lives and those who prefer to take matters into their own hands. While I don't fall into either category ("It's just hair" has been my unofficial slogan for the past few years), my desire to treat my hair as well as I treat my skin is getting stronger. If I can stand in front of the mirror every day and do a 10-step skincare routine involving luxurious creams, powerful tools, and red-light therapy, why can't I take a few moments out of the month to give my hair that same attention?

This is where at-home coloring comes in. While using box dye may seem intimidating, Clairol's ColorStrong eases your fears and provides a top-notch at-home experience. This premium hair-coloring product has a three-step bonding color system to prime, color, and treat your hair. You can get permanent, multidimensional color with 100% gray coverage without ever stepping foot in a salon or damaging your tresses. I know this sounds too good to be true, so I enlisted Kim Kimble, celebrity hairstylist and Clairol color expert, to support my argument. If you're looking for the cheat code for your best hair, this is it.

Kim Kimble, Clairol Colorist

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Marie Claire: What's the biggest misconception people have about box dye?

Kim Kimble: One of the biggest misconceptions about box dye is that it's more damaging than professional color, but that's simply not true. Clairol's at-home formulas, like ColorStrong, are designed with hair health in mind, using advanced ingredients like AHA bonding care to revitalize while they color. People also think you need a lot of experience to use box dye, but Clairol makes the process easy, with clear instructions and salon-quality results right at home.

MC: What nonnegotiables should shoppers consider when buying a new hair dye?

KK: When choosing a hair dye, ingredient safety should always come first—look for formulas that nourish rather than damage your hair. Clear instructions and ease of use are key for a smooth coloring process, and a patch test is a must to avoid any surprises. Lastly, a brand's reputation and reviews can tell you a lot about the quality and results you can expect.

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MC: What advice would you give someone coloring their hair for the first time?

KK: If you're coloring your hair for the first time, choosing the right shade is key—sticking within one to two shades of your natural color will give you the most seamless, flattering result. Always do a strand test first to preview the color and check for any reactions. Follow the instruction leaflet carefully to ensure even application, and don't skip the conditioner included in the kit—it's specifically designed to lock in vibrancy and moisture. Lastly, hold off on washing your hair for at least 48 hours after coloring to allow the color to fully set.

MC: What are the benefits of using a primer before coloring your hair?

KK: A primer acts as a base coat, prepping the hair to absorb color more evenly while reinforcing its structure. ColorStrong's Bonding Primer is a game-changer—it supports the internal bonding of hair while it colors, protecting your hair before the color even touches it!

MC: What sets the Clairol ColorStrong dye apart from other dyes on the market?

KK: ColorStrong is a revolutionary permanent hair color that has zero ammonia and merges multidimensional color with hair-bonding benefits. This new collection prioritizes the "skinification of hair" trend by caring for hair using ingredients found in skincare products. The AHA bonding technology nourishes hair from the inside out, so you get vibrant, multidimensional color without compromising hair integrity.

Hair product being poured into hand.

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MC: What are the best ways to take care of colored hair?

KK: To take care of colored hair, incorporate a hydrating and conditioning mask into your routine to replenish nutrients. Opt for a color-safe, sulfate-free shampoo like Clairol's Shimmer Lights Shampoo for blonding or Wella's Color Invigo for other hair colors, deep condition regularly, and minimize heat styling to keep your hair healthy and vibrant.

MC: What are three tips for anyone who colors their hair?

KK: Keep up consistent trims. Use a color-safe shampoo and conditioner to maintain vibrancy, and deep condition weekly to keep your hair strong and hydrated.

MC: How would you describe a fail-proof haircare routine for colored hair? What steps should it include?

KK: A solid routine starts with moisture as the foundation. Use a color-safe shampoo and conditioner to maintain vibrancy, incorporate hydrating deep conditioners to nourish strands, and always apply heat protection to prevent damage and breakage.

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<![CDATA[ Fall 2025's Royal Purple Color Trend Is the Easiest Way to Dress Like You Inherited a Fortune ]]> Every color trend has an underlying message if you know where to look, but none shouts “bow down” quite like purple. If it needed a tagline, it would be “Let them eat cake”—that famously controversial phrase attributed to Marie Antoinette, now shorthand for aristocratic irreverence. Historically, purple’s ties to nobility date back to ancient times, when the dye was prohibitively rare and expensive, instantly calling to mind coronation crowns and ermine-trimmed velvet robes.

The rich, regal purples showcased during the recent Fashion Month made one thing clear: “Eat the rich” is out, and aspirational opulence is in (at least on the runways). The sentiment was anything but subtle—think silks, satins, sequins, and furs that Elizabethan nobles would have worn, perhaps a siren song for wealth and prestige firmly linked to an elite luxury market and the shoppers with budgets for the new-season designer.

While crowns may be old hat, purple is finding fresh, modern expressions in the new millennium. In McQueen's Fall 2025 show, the color manifested as plump plum bomber jackets and eggplant evening gowns suited for upper-echelon galas. At Valentino and Nina Ricci, rich violet velvet smoking jackets called back to imperial robes (Ricci's even came with a matching fur stole). Meanwhile, at Altuzarra, a sheer and sumptuous naked dress looked tailor-made for someone who Ubers everywhere—let’s be honest, a frilly, entirely see-through gown isn’t exactly public-transit-friendly.

Models wearing the purple color trend in the Fall 2025 collections from McQueen, Valentino, Nina Ricci, Altuzarra

Magnificent purples seen at McQueen, Valentino, Nina Ricci, Altuzarra. (Image credit: McQueen, Valentino, Nina Ricci, Altuzarra)

This purple trend isn’t the kind of demure lilac or midnight shade that might pass for blue in low light—it’s deliberately in-your-face. “What we’re seeing on the runways right now is a very industrial, plastic purple,” says Faran Krentcil, a BBC fashion columnist and New School fashion media professor. “It’s not the color of grapes; it’s the color of grape Skittles.”

You’re meant to salivate over Miu Miu’s belt-buckle boots and cashmere sweaters in confectionary violet. “I started craving Grape Gatorade at Gucci,” Krentcil recalls, referring to the Italian fashion house’s crisp outerwear and deep-purple duffel bags. “When your other senses start getting psyched, that’s an indication of something bigger than just ‘Oh, that’s a cool coat.’”

The purple color trend at Fall 2025 collections by Gucci and Miu Miu

At Gucci, shoes matched with tights, duffel bags were deep purple, and Miu Miu kicked the color trend into gear. (Image credit: Gucci and Miu Miu)

Fashion’s pivot toward louder, prouder luxury—relatability be damned—makes it no shocker that royal purple is ruling the color charts in 2025. Historically, purple has always played in the big-money leagues: in the Byzantine era, it was as prized as gold and strictly reserved for the VIP set. One particularly fancy version, Tyrian purple, came from extracting secretions from tens of thousands of sea snails, so only the truly elite could afford even a swatch.

Fast-forward to the 16th century, when Queen Elizabeth took purple’s exclusivity to the next level, actually banning non-royals from wearing it. “That made purple a fully sanctioned symbol of royalty and power,” explains Kristin Contino, Marie Claire’s senior royal and celebrity editor. “Even though modern production means anyone can wear it today, the color’s luxurious association still sticks.”

A woman at Paris Fashion Fall 2025 week wearing the purple color trend in a black and purple plaid dress, purple feathered boa, black shirt, and black boots

Paris Fashion Week's street style also reflected the rise of the rich color trend, as seen here with this showgoer's purple tartan dress and feather boa. (Image credit: Launchmetrics)

Contrary to its rich facade, the fashion industry’s embrace of purple may also reflect tighter budgets across the sector as money is very much on people's minds in 2025. Since early March, Google searches for "recession" have soared by 356 percent, tariff plans are being implemented, and the stock market is on a roller coaster. “There’s a lot of leftover red dye from the pop-of-red and cherry core trend,” explains Krentcil. “Factories have stockpiles they need to use. Working with what’s already available is essential, especially now that major luxury brands are committing to more sustainable production.”

When it comes to consumers, a color associated with wealth is both aspirational and comforting, even if its soothing effects are merely subliminal. If treating yourself to a purple purse makes you feel like royalty for a day, then long live the trend. And while it may not boost your bank account balance, you'll certainly look like it did.

More Royal Purple Pieces to Shop

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<![CDATA[ Why One Former Queen Was Held "Prisoner" at Kensington Palace by Her Mother ]]> Royal fans are likely enamored with the way of life the British Royal Family appears to experience. However, some of the current Royal Family's relatives endured difficult living conditions, with one former queen even finding herself basically "imprisoned" in Kensington Palace.

Queen Victoria had a long and successful reign, making it hard to believe that she was ever anything but in control of her life. However, when Victoria was just a princess, she was forced to follow a set of rules known as the "Kensington System."

Queen Victoria's mother, the Duchess of Kent, apparently relied on the advice of her late husband's equerry, John Conroy, via Historic Royal Palaces. Conroy was ambitious and reportedly hoped to make his mark on the Royal Family, with a view to gaining power if Victoria took the throne before she was 18 years old. If Victoria was still a child when she became queen, her mother Victoire would have been made Regent, something Conroy hoped would happen, as he was more easily able to influence her.

Queen Victoria at age 11

Queen Victoria at 11 years old. (Image credit: Universal History Archive/Universal Images Group via Getty Images)

Conroy "instigated a strict set of rules intended to bolster up the power and position of Victoria's mother, who was unpopular within the wider Royal Family," the outlet explained. "These rules became known as the Kensington 'System.'" However, Conroy's plan seemingly backfired, as "Victoria came to loathe" him and "his attempt to control her."

As a result of the "Kensington System," "Victoria grew up relatively isolated." She "was constantly supervised, not even able to walk downstairs without holding someone's hand in case she fell," the outlet explained.

A portrait of Queen Victoria

A portrait of Queen Victoria. (Image credit: Universal History Archive/Universal Images Group via Getty Images)

Due to the "Kensington System," a young Queen Victoria was effectively held "prisoner" inside Kensington Palace, the Express reported. According to the outlet, the strict rules "forbade the young princess from reading popular books," and from "spending any time alone without her tutor or governesses."

Additional practical reasons for Victoria's isolation included her safety. "Behind the garden walls, she'd be isolated from both disease and assassination attempts," History Extra explained.

Ultimately, Queen Victoria's mother never became Regent, and didn't gain the control Conroy hoped she would. Basically, Queen Victoria didn't remotely have a normal childhood.

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<![CDATA[ Dua Lipa Accessorizes Her $18,890 Snakeskin Trench With a $6,400 Chanel Bag and Rumored Fiancé Callum Turner ]]> Dua Lipa knows how to accessorize rumored fiancé Callum Turner with just about anything. On Friday, March 14, the "Levitating" singer was pictured holding hands with her actor beau in Notting Hill, while wearing a seriously rich-girl outfit, totaling more than $20,000.

This isn't the first time Lipa has worn her Jil Sander Snakeskin-Print Belted Leather Trench Coat, which originally retailed for $18,890, before dropping down to $11,334. Unfortunately, the quirky trench coat has since sold out, so fans of the style will need to improvise with a clever dupe.

The Barbie star completed her outfit with black bootcut jeans, black leather heeled boots, and a Supreme cashmere sweater featuring a black stripe design. While Lipa's sweater has sold out, it has started popping up on resale sites, for anyone desperate to recreate her exact outfit.

The pop star carried a Chanel 25 Medium Handbag in Grained Calfskin and Gold-Tone Metal Black, which retails for $6,400. Basically, her date night outfit was giving unmistakably loud luxury. Luckily, Lipa's Chanel bag is still available to purchase.

Dua Lipa holds hands with rumored fiance Callum Turner while wearing a snakeskin trench coat and carrying a Chanel 25 handbag

Dua Lipa wears a snakeskin trench while holding hands with rumored fiancé Callum Turner. (Image credit: Backgrid)

While Lipa's most recent outfit was clearly based around loud luxury, she's also a fan of accessible fashion, including Puma's popular Speedcat sneaker, which costs just $100.

The "New Rules" singer set engagement rumors into motion in December 2024 when she was spotted wearing a ring on that all-important finger. Lipa fueled engagement rumors by sharing photos of herself on Instagram, in which she could be seen wearing a signet-style diamond ring set on a chunky, yellow gold band.

Dua Lipa wears a snakeskin trench coat

Dua Lipa wearing her quirky snakeskin trench in Dec. 2024. (Image credit: Getty Images/Raymond Hall/GC Images)

In an interview with the Daily Mail, 77 Diamonds expert Anya Walsh suggested that Lipa's ring, which features a solitaire diamond and 18k gold band, could be worth as much as $30,000. "The slightly wider than average band gives the ring a confident, chunky feel," Walsh told the outlet.

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<![CDATA[ Kate Middleton Refused to Abide by a 350-Year-Old Royal Tradition on Her Wedding Day ]]> Princess Kate has been known to break royal protocol from time to time, and she apparently did so at her royal wedding to Prince William in 2011.

Kate Middleton married Prince William on April 29, 2011 at Westminster Abbey in London. During a documentary called William & Kate: The Journey, royal expert Ashley Pearson opened up about the incredibly old tradition the Princess of Wales broke on her wedding day.

"Royal sources tell me that the royals indicated very strongly to Kate that they would prefer her to wear her hair up for this very special occasion," Pearson explained (via the Express). "Kate had her heart set on wearing her hair down with long flowing curls, which is her favorite way to wear it, and actually William's favorite as well." According to Pearson, "They ended up compromising on her look."

Impressively, Princess Kate was willing to stand up to centuries of tradition in order to wear her hair the way she wanted to on her wedding day.

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Kate Middleton broke a 350-year-old royal wedding tradition at her nuptials. (Image credit: Getty Images)

Meanwhile, the Mirror reported that Princess Kate was astounded by the scale of the crowd that had gathered outside of Buckingham Palace on her wedding day. When Kate and William appeared on the balcony to greet fans, they did so to people chanting, "We want Kate! We want Kate!" as well as the request, "Kiss her! Kiss her!" According to the outlet, Prince William turned to his wife and said, "Go on, a little kiss, go on."

Following their first, fairly brief, kiss, Prince William reportedly said to Kate, "Let's give them another one. I love you. One more kiss, one more kiss. Okay?"

Kate Middleton and Prince William kiss on the Buckingham Palace balcony on their wedding day, April 29, 2011

Kate Middleton and Prince William kiss on the Buckingham Palace balcony on their wedding day. (Image credit:  John Stillwell - WPA/Getty Images)

Since joining the Royal Family, Princess Kate has continually expressed herself, particularly when it comes to antiquated traditions she doesn't necessarily agree with. For instance, it was recently reported that Kate "put her foot down" when it came to her three kids—Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis—taking part in the Royal Family's "blooding" tradition during hunting.

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<![CDATA[ Taylor Swift Creates Alchemy With Strappy Gucci Sandals and a $4,000 Dior Bag for Travis Kelce Date ]]> Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce may have taken a step back from the spotlight following the Super Bowl and the end of the Eras Tour, but their romance is very much alive and well. On Friday, March 14, the loved-up pair were photographed arriving at Del Frisco's Grille in New York City for date night.

For the occasion, Swift tapped one of her favorite date night combos—an oversize blazer over a mini skirt. The singer wore her sleek gray blazer as a dress, with only the hint of a skirt underneath. She completed her outfit with accessories exhibiting both rich-girl energy and loud luxury. Swift carried her $4,000 Dior Small D-Journey Bag in Crinkled Calfskin, and wore a pair of Gucci's Walma Knotted Padded Patent-Leather Sandals, which retail for $1,090.

While the singer's Gucci sandals are still available to shop, Swift's exact Dior D-Journey Bag is currently sold out, but the style is still available in alternative prints.

Photos of Swift's latest outfit can be found over at People, but the singer has regularly styled the very same oversize blazer and mini skirt date night combination. Luckily, the "Lover" performer's outfit can be easily recreated, regardless of whether rich-girl accessories are available.

Swift previously styled her Dior D-Journey Bag with a rich-girl coat on Super Bowl-eve. When she supported Kelce at the Super Bowl, she confirmed her love of oversize outerwear by wearing a bright-white blazer by Saint Laurent. And who can forget when the superstar arrived at Arrowhead Stadium in January wearing $16,500-worth of Chanel runway pieces.

Taylor Swift with her family and Travis Kelce's parents in a private suite attending the AFC Divisional Playoff between the Houston Texans and the Kansas City Chiefs on January 18, 2025 in Kansas City.

Taylor Swift arriving to watch the Kansas City Chiefs play on January 18, 2025. (Image credit: Getty Images)

During the Feb. 26 episode of Kelce's podcast, "New Heights," the NFL player shared that, when he feels sad, he listens to his girlfriend's music. "She has something for everything," he explained. Kelce continued, "The only way you can find yourself in the light is to find the dark first...I listen to music that is very telling of my mood, yes."

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<![CDATA[ The New Weekend Hobby Prince George and Prince Louis Are Currently Obsessed With ]]> On Saturday, March 15, Kate Middleton and Prince William attended the Six Nations Rugby match between England and Wales, which was held in Cardiff. Before the game started, the Prince and Princess of Wales met with injured players at a meeting organized by the Welsh Rugby Charitable Trust. There, Kate and William made a personal admission about their sons, 6-year-old Prince Louis and 11-year-old Prince George.

Sharing the new hobbies loved by the young princes, Princess Kate said (via Hello! magazine), "Louis is 6 and he's just started touch rugby, and George is 11 and he plays a bit more. They do really enjoy it." Prince William expanded on the activity, saying, "At weekends, we go from one competition to the next." Kate also shared, "They've been exposed to lots of different sports."

Meanwhile, royal commentators joked the couple "may need a referee" at home, on account of their differing allegiances—while Princess Kate supports England's rugby team, William cheers on Wales. It was also reported that Princess Kate would miss a Middleton family milestone on account of her official attendance at the Six Nations Rugby game.

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"At weekends, we go from one competition to the next." (Image credit: Getty Images)

After being appointed as the patron of the Rugby Football Union, Princess Kate joined an England training session in Feb. 2022. At the time, Kate opened up about Louis and George's growing interest in sport. "Now that there is a move towards co-ed sport, so it's not just girls playing netball, but other sports like rugby, which is great," Princess Kate said of the activities George was taking part in at his school, Thomas's Battersea (via ITV News).

Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis waving on the balcony at Buckingham Palace in front of Prince William and Princess Kate

Prince George and Prince Louis have developed a passion for rugby. (Image credit: Getty Images)

As for rugby, Princess Kate revealed that all of her children had fallen in love with the sport. "They're all enjoying it," she explained. "Louis is kamikaze. We're worrying about when he gets older, he'll be in the middle of everything."

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<![CDATA[ Royal Family Announces Queen Mary Has Been Forced to Cancel All of Her Royal Engagements After Unexpected Illness ]]> The Royal Family of Denmark has announced that Queen Mary is currently too sick to undertake any official engagements.

Speaking to Danish publication B.T., the Royal Family's communications department explained (via HOLA!), "Her Majesty The Queen, like many others right now, has become ill, and therefore unfortunately cannot participate in the Heart Association's award ceremony."

Mary subsequently shared her own message about the cancellations on Instagram, writing, "Thank you for your thoughtfulness. What a lovely surprise to receive this bouquet and drawings, even though illness prevented me from participating in the Danish Heart Association's event 'Together for the Heart.' I had been looking forward to presenting the Heart Award together with the heart children Alma and Ellen and to meeting some of the young people living with heart disease. Hopefully we can meet again."

The Queen of Norway was also forced to miss the opening of the National Knowledge Center for Early Intervention and Family Research at the University of Copenhagen and SDU, per HOLA! magazine.

It's currently unclear when Queen Mary will be able to return to public duties, and it's unknown what the royal has been diagnosed with.

The Queen of Denmark recently made headlines by giving Queen Caroline Amalie's 200-year-old tiara, which includes ancient stones, its public debut. Queen Mary chose to wear the incredible tiara at a dinner hosted by Finnish President Alexander Stubb at the Presidential Palace in Helsinki during a state visit to Finland in March 2025.

Queen Mary wearing a black and gold ballgown standing next to King Frederik and the President of Finland Alexander Stubb (L) and his spouse Suzanne Innes-Stubb at a state banquet in March 2025

Queen Mary wearing Queen Caroline Amalie's 200-year-old tiara. (Image credit: Getty Images)

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Queen Mary wearing Queen Caroline Amalie's 200-year-old tiara. (Image credit: Getty Images)

Per the Danish Royal Family, King Christian VIII, who ruled Denmark from 1839 to 1848, collected the ancient stones while visiting Italy with his wife Queen Caroline Amalie. Between 1819 and 1821, the couple visited Rome and the excavations at Pompeii. When Christian presented the jaw-dropping tiara to his wife, he did so with a note reading, "It is from the summit of the flaming Vesuvius that my heart flies to you. April 24, 1828."

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<![CDATA[ Why Princess Kate and Prince William "May Need a Referee" Amid Major Differing Opinions ]]> Princess Kate and Prince William are attending the Six Nations Rugby competition between England and Wales on Saturday, March 15. According to a royal expert, there could be some huge disagreements as a result of the couple's differing allegiances.

It was previously reported that Kate Middleton was skipping an important family milestone in order to attend the rugby game. Of course, as the patron of England's Rugby Football Union and the Rugby Football League, Princess Kate's attendance at the sporting event is basically required. Her husband, Prince William, is the patron of the Welsh Rugby Union, meaning that the pair were required to cheer for opposite teams.

Jo Elvin, the host of the Daily Mail's "Palace Confidential" podcast, joked that the couple "may need a referee in house" to deal with their opposing teams competing against one another (via the Express). According to the outlet, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis "may be split on whether to cheer in support of their father or their mother's favored team," meaning the kids could get caught in the middle.

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Kate Middleton and Prince William attend the Guinness Six Nations Rugby game between England and Wales. (Image credit: Getty Images)

In spite of suggestions that William and Kate may "need a referee," both royals appeared to be in great spirits while attending the game in Cardiff, Wales. For the sporting event, Princess Kate wore a sleek navy coat with brand new earrings, which retail for under $100.

As noted by the Dress Like a Duchess Instagram account, Kate rewore her black suede Gianvito Rossi heeled boots, which are very similar to the designer's "Glen" boots, albeit with a pointed toe.

Kate Middleton and Prince William attend the Guinness Six Nations 2025 match between Wales and England at Principality Stadium on March 15, 2025 in Cardiff, Wales

Kate Middleton and Prince William attend the Guinness Six Nations Rugby game between England and Wales. (Image credit: David Rogers/Getty Images)

Former BBC royal correspondent Jennie Bond recently spoke about Kate's return to the spotlight. "It certainly seems to me that she has got her mojo back," Bond told OK! magazine. "Catherine is looking fantastic and looks as if she is enjoying every engagement." Bond continued, "We are seeing more of her than many of us expected so early in the year."

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<![CDATA[ Kate Middleton Pairs a Sleek Navy Coat With $100 Earrings for Six Nations Rugby Clash ]]> On Saturday, March 15, Princess Kate attended the Six Nations Rugby game between England and Wales. The Princess of Wales reportedly missed a Middleton family milestone to attend the sporting event. Of course, as the patron of England's Rugby Football Union and the Rugby Football League, it was important for Kate Middleton to be in attendance. Meanwhile, Prince William cheered for the opposition as the patron of the Welsh Rugby Union.

For the occasion, Princess Kate wore a fitted navy coat, featuring gold buttons, which appears to be an altered version of her favorite McQueen coat. The Princess of Wales has worn a bright red version of the bespoke coat on multiple occasions, including to her annual Christmas Carol Concert in December 2024.

Underneath the coat, Kate wore a black turtleneck sweater. She also appeared to be wearing a brand new pair of Shyla "Rosalia Hoops Lapis" pearl earrings, which retail for less than $100. As noted by the Dress Like a Duchess Instagram account, Kate rewore her black suede heeled boots from Gianvito Rossi, which are very similar to the designer's "Glen" boots, but with a pointed toe.

Kate Middleton wears a navy coat with gold buttons

Prince William and Kate Middleton attend the Six Nations Rugby game in Cardiff, Wales. (Image credit: Getty Images)

As reported by Hello! magazine, Princess Kate's niece, Grace Matthews—whose parents are Pippa Middleton and James Matthews—will be celebrating her 4th birthday on March 15. It's unclear whether Kate and William will celebrate Grace's birthday at a later date, or whether the Six Nations Rugby clash meant they could not attend her party.

Kate Middleton and Prince William attend the Guinness Six Nations 2025 match between Wales and England at Principality Stadium on March 15, 2025 in Cardiff, Wales

Prince William and Kate Middleton attend the Six Nations Rugby game in Cardiff, Wales. (Image credit: David Rogers/Getty Images)

In an interview with OK! magazine, former BBC royal correspondent, Jennie Bond, discussed Kate's return to the spotlight in recent months. "It certainly seems to me that she has got her mojo back," Bond told the outlet. "Catherine is looking fantastic and looks as if she is enjoying every engagement." Bond continued, "We are seeing more of her than many of us expected so early in the year."

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<![CDATA[ Princess Kate Might Miss an Important Family Milestone Involving Sister Pippa Middleton ]]> Princess Kate has returned to the spotlight in 2025 after completing chemotherapy treatment, following a cancer diagnosis last year. According to a royal expert, the Princess of Wales has gotten her "mojo back," and is the clear "star of the Royal Family." However, Princess Kate's official royal duties seem to be taking her away from some Middleton family milestones.

On Saturday, March 15, Kate Middleton and Prince William are attending the Six Nations Rugby competition in Cardiff, Wales. Importantly, Kate and William will be cheering for different sides; while the Princess of Wales is the patron of England's Rugby Football Union and the Rugby Football League, the Prince of Wales is the patron of the Welsh Rugby Union.

Unfortunately, Kate's official appearance alongside her husband may well keep her from attending a Middleton family milestone. Princess Kate's niece, Grace Matthews—whose parents are Pippa Middleton and James Matthews—is celebrating her 4th birthday on March 15, via Hello! magazine.

Pippa and Kate Middleton attend a wedding on June 11, 2011

Princess Kate might miss the 4th birthday of Pippa Middleton's daughter. (Image credit: Indigo/Getty Images)

Of course, it's entirely possible the Middleton and Matthews family may postpone Grace's 4th birthday party to accommodate the Prince and Princess of Wales and their children—Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis.

Former BBC royal correspondent Jennie Bond recently spoke to OK! magazine about Kate's return to official royal duties. "It certainly seems to me that she has got her mojo back," Bond told the outlet. "Catherine is looking fantastic and looks as if she is enjoying every engagement." Bond also noted some surprise at the amount of events Princess Kate had attended in 2025, saying, "We are seeing more of her than many of us expected so early in the year."

Royal fans have been understandably delighted to witness Princess Kate's re-emergence. "[T]he welcome she's getting wherever she goes must make her realize that she is the star of the Royal Family," Bond noted.

Kate Middleton, wearing a red dress and coat, and Prince William walking into the 2025 Commonwealth Day ceremony

"The welcome she's getting wherever she goes must make her realize that she is the star of the Royal Family." (Image credit: Getty Images)

"Life as you know it can change in an instant and we have had to find a way to navigate the stormy waters and road unknown," Bond said of Princess Kate's health scare. "I don't think anyone is ever the same after an experience with cancer." The royal expert continued, "William and Catherine must now cherish even more every single day that they spend together and with their children."

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<![CDATA[ Supermodels Agree This Resurgent 2025 Sneaker Trend Is Serious Competition for the Adidas Samba ]]> The biggest sneaker trends to emerge in 2025 so far have celebrated loud luxury and personal style. However, Emily Ratajkowski just made a case for returning to 2024's understated sneaker silhouettes, while co-signing a resurgent footwear trend.

A multitude of celebrities have embraced the Adidas Samba—including everyone from Kaia Gerber to Anne Hathaway—but supermodels appear to be ushering in another resurgent sneaker trend, for anyone who's ready to move on from the popular style.

Ratajkowski was recently photographed in New York City wearing a pair of black Puma Speedcat sneakers, a style beloved by supermodels and celebrities alike. She completed the outfit with black bootcut jeans and an oversize burgundy leather jacket.

Emily Ratajkowski wears a leather jacket with slim black jeans and slim Puma sneakers

Emily Ratajkowski wearing Puma Speedcat sneakers. (Image credit: The Image Direct)

Both Ratajkowski and Dua Lipa have been fans of the Puma Speedcat style for the past year. The fact that the popular sneaker retails for around $100 makes it seriously accessible, while being totally in keeping with the slimmer silhouettes favored so far in 2025.

Rihanna's love of the brand was never more evident than with the launch of her latest Fenty x Puma collaboration. The collection even includes footwear clearly inspired by the Speedcat. The Avanti LS ($120), features a large tongue and a spiked heel, and its shape remains similar to everyone's favorite slim Puma sneaker.

Puma isn't the only brand embracing the public's ever-growing love for the slender sneaker trend. Jamie Lee, a shoe buyer at luxury retailer Moda Operandi, previously told Marie Claire, "It-sneakers are going even sleeker with very thin soles, tapping into the ballet flat's market share." From Prada's recently released Collapse sneaker to Adidas's Taekwando shoe, shoppers have a plethora of options if they're ready to welcome the slim sneaker trend.

In a candid 2022 interview, Ratajkowski opened up about her path to becoming a successful model. "There have been so many times in my career where I have thought about changing career paths or giving up," she told Harper's BAZAAR UK. "I stopped totally modeling when I went to college and I thought I was going to become an artist, and then I left and started modeling full time and then I sort of dabbled in acting...I feel like I am constantly evolving."

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<![CDATA[ Princess Lilibet Finds an Unexpected Royal Style Twin in '90s Throwback Photo ]]> Earlier this year, it was revealed that Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's daughter, Princess Lilibet, looks just like her dad's cousin, Princess Eugenie. And judging by Lilibet's recent fashion choices, it appears as though she's taking style tips from Royal Family relatives, too.

In honor of International Women's Day, Duchess Meghan shared photos of the most important women in her life on Instagram. One photo revealed that Prince Harry is a total girl dad, with his daughter Lilibet curled up in his lap while on a boat. For the outing, the 3-year-old princess wore gray floral leggings, featuring bright pink, yellow, and blue flowers, with a hot pink T-shirt.

Meghan captioned the post, "Celebrating the strong women around us [and] the girls with dreams who will become women with vision. Also thanking those who uplift us every day."

Eagle-eyed royal fans spotted that Princess Lilibet's outfit looks a lot like the clothing worn by Princess Eugenie in June 1994, via Hello! magazine. The little princess was photographed while attending a school field day with her mom, Sarah Ferguson. For the occasion, Eugenie was dressed in floral leggings featuring bright pink and blue flowers with large green leaves, and a hot pink sweatshirt. Basically, the similarities between the outfits worn by the two royals are unmistakable.

Princess Eugenie holds hands with mom Sarah Ferguson in June 1994, while wearing floral leggings and a pink sweatshirt, showing she's a royal style inspiration for Princess Lilibet

Princess Eugenie holds hands with mom Sarah Ferguson in June 1994. (Image credit: Getty Images/Tim Graham Photo Library/Instagram/@Meghan)

Princess Eugenie holds hands with mom Sarah Ferguson in June 1994, while wearing floral leggings and a pink sweatshirt, showing she's a royal style inspiration for Princess Lilibet

Princess Eugenie holds hands with mom Sarah Ferguson in June 1994 (Image credit: Getty Images/Tim Graham Photo Library/Instagram/@Meghan)

The Duchess of Sussex recently shared video footage of a playdate Princess Lilibet had with "auntie" Serena Williams. Importantly, Lilibet was dressed in two relatable mall brands for the occasion. Lili's pink floral leggings were from The Children's Place, while her heart-print top came from a past season of Zara Kids, via Instagram account Meghan's Closet Chronicles.

Princess Lilibet isn't the only Royal Family member with a doppelgänger. Princess Charlotte's resemblance to Queen Elizabeth II has regularly been pointed out. Meanwhile, a royal author recently suggested that Prince William is a "reincarnation" of his grandmother, the late Queen Elizabeth.

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<![CDATA[ Luxéol: The Reason All French Women Have Beautiful Hair ]]> When it comes to achieving luscious, dense, and long hair, French women have a secret weapon: Luxéol. Known for delivering remarkable results, this best-selling brand from the French Riviera makes its entry into the American market with products specifically formulated to promote hair growth and density.

But are these French products really worth it? We looked into the brand and were impressed by the number of positive reviews and testimonials attesting to its effectiveness. Discover Luxéol's brand mission and hear our detailed opinion on its products below.

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The French Secret to Stronger, Thicker, and Longer Hair

At the heart of the buzz is Luxéol's Hair Density, Growth and Strength Supplement, a product that has sold nearly 3 million units worldwide. This supplement combines a unique blend of plants, vitamins, and minerals to promote faster growth, increased density, and stronger hair. Customers consistently rave about their results, reporting faster hair growth along with significant improvements in strength and density. This combination of rapid growth and noticeable benefits makes this supplement a must-try for anyone seeking longer, thicker hair.

Luxéol customers are not only satisfied, but thrilled with their transformations. Testimonials highlight thicker and longer hair, with before-and-after photos showcasing incredible improvements. Whether you're combating thinning hair or simply want a boost in growth, this Luxéol supplement delivers on its promises, solidifying its reputation as a trusted solution.

Luxeol Before and After

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Luxeol Before and After

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Longer and Thicker Hair

Luxéol's products are specifically designed to target hair growth and density, combining high-quality ingredients with extensive scientific research. The brand offers six products, including haircare cosmetics and dietary supplements. Each product contains natural ingredients such as vitamins, minerals, plants, and fruit extracts, all selected for their essential role in increasing hair growth and density. The Strength & Growth Capsules in particular help to stimulate hair growth from within.

A Holistic Haircare Range

Luxéol doesn't stop at supplements. The brand also offers a suite of cosmetic haircare products, including shampoos, conditioners, and serums, crafted to support your haircare routine both inside and out. Its flagship product, the Long Hair Protocol, is a carefully curated three-step system that works synergistically to improve hair growth and health. Enriched with natural ingredients and free from sulfates, silicones, and parabens, these products reflect the brand’s commitment to high-quality, effective formulations. The overwhelmingly positive reviews speak for themselves.

Luxeol Before and After

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Luxeol

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What You Need to Know About the Brand

Founded in 2016, Luxéol has earned its place as a leader in haircare innovation. Thousands of users report significantly stronger and healthier hair, reinforcing Luxéol’s reputation as a trustworthy brand.

Ready to transform your hair? Luxéol's Hair Density, Growth and Strength Supplement is now available online and it's taking the U.S. by storm. For anyone looking for longer and thicker hair, we highly recommend Luxéol.

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<![CDATA[ Are 'Temptation Island' Stars Shanté Glover and Brion Whitley Still Together? ]]> The Netflix reality TV universe is truly on a roll, with its new chaotic series Temptation Island arriving to keep the dating discourse going immediately after the latest season of Love Is Blind. For anyone who somehow missed the "Montoya, Por Favor" memes, Netflix's Temptation Island is the rebooted U.S. version of the storied franchise, in which four long-term couples on the brink of breaking up are brought to a tropical island and face the ultimate test of temptation. Each couple is split up to spend three weeks in separate villas, where a dozen hot singles of the opposite gender are waiting to try and steal them away.

One of Temptation Island's couples, 29-year-old pilates instructor Shanté Glover and 26-year-old medical salesman Brion Whitley, have quickly become the most controversial couple of the season. After facing infidelity issues and differing sexual libidos, the pair made a jaw-dropping decision at the final bonfire, sparking a debate on how much men can get away with. Now that all 10 episodes are available to stream, read on to learn more about Shanté and Brion's time on Temptation Island, including any clues of whether they're still together today.

What happened between Shanté and Brion on 'Temptation Island?'

Atlanta-based couple Shanté and Brion dated for over a year when they arrived on Temptation Island. When describing their meet-cute in the premiere, Brion says they were introduced when Shanté asked for financial advice at their church...and they had sex together that night. That TMI reveal indicates the extent to which sex and infidelity are the pair's biggest issues (which they chose to handle by going on a show called Temptation Island).

Brion's an admitted "flirty boy." He also reveals that he left Shanté for another woman early in their relationship before realizing "the grass isn't greener on the other side" and getting back together with Shanté. However, he now wants to take their relationship seriously...but he also wants Shanté to work on being more sexually forward with him.

On Shanté's side, she wants to see if he can have platonic friendships with women. She also sheds some tears when Brion discusses possibly moving in together after the island. She describes "putting that test forward" as "a little scary," but adds, "I'm hopeful for what's to come."

Mark L. Walberg, Grant Larson, Ashley Moore, Alexa Santamaria, Lino Troisi, Shante Glover, Brion Whitley in episode 101 of Temptation Island.

Brion and Shanté (right) with the other Temptation Island couples and host Mark L. Walberg (left). (Image credit: Courtesy of Netflix)

As you can expect, Shanté and Brion handle the parade of beautiful bodies in front of them very differently. Shanté does try to put herself out there, but still, the only incriminating clip she has at the first bonfire—when the couples can watch back footage of what each other is up to in their separate villas—is dancing with Princeton grad Hashim. In response to seeing her be more outgoing, Brion talks about how he wants her to have her own life separate from him.

Meanwhile, Shanté sees shots of Brion having chocolate syrup licked off his neck, and of him discussing how he loves a good threesome but can't have that with Shanté. When Mia asks Brion in the clip whether he thinks he can have the best of both worlds, the emotional and the sexual, with another woman, it mirrors doubts that Brion expresses to host Mark L. Walberg at the bonfire. In response to Brion's playback footage, Shanté says he's the one who "brought her" to the island, and he's not "starting off with a great job" of proving he can stay platonic with women for her sake.

Brion Whitley, Mia Jones in episode 102 of Temptation Island.

Mia (right) licks chocolate syrup off Brion's (left) neck. (Image credit: Courtesy of Netflix)

Though Brion doesn't hit it off with any of the singles on a romantic level, like some of the other boyfriends (*cough* Tyler and Kay *cough*), he is eventually tempted. In episode 4, there's a tricky moment where he and Alex briefly go into his bathroom together and close the door; they don't seem to do anything, but it gets close. (Shanté appears to be literally reading the Bible while this is happening.) But then, in episode 5, he finally gets that threesome he won't shut up about. He, Alex, and Courtney end up in his shower, and even if he didn't admit it the next day, the "[rhythmic wet slapping]," as described in the subtitles, explains it all.

The morning after, Brion says in a confessional, "I didn’t...wake up with any regret. I’m still respecting Shanté at the end of the day. I think women respect honesty and being true to yourself, and I think a lot of women would rather, you know, have someone just be real and talk to them, and if they're gonna step out or whatever, let 'em know." He then adds, "Now I’m like, 'How do we get Angel and Amiah in the shower?'"

Back in the girlfriends' villa, Shanté had a rougher night, thanks to the addition of the Temptation Haven. In a bit of psychological torture that would be impressive if not horrifying, each villa was given a tent that, if entered, would set off an unmissable alarm on the other side of the island. Brion wasn't the one to set it off (it was Tyler and Kay, then later Grant and Natalie), but Shanté still seemingly spent all night sobbing at the fear that it was Brion. That may be part of the reason why she was eventually able to stay dry-eyed at the bonfire where she saw the threesome footage (yes, including the slapping). Shanté points out that the lack of regret is "sad, hurtful, [and] disrespectful," but it's telling when she says, "I genuinely don't think that in the real world he would've ever did this to me."

Shante Glover, Tayler Byrd in episode 104 of Temptation Island.

Shanté (left) with Tayler (right) at the girlfriends' villa. (Image credit: Courtesy of Netflix)

Before the episode 6 bonfire, Brion had a revealing conversation while discussing the threesome with Courtney. When asked whether Shanté would forgive him, Brion responded with a solid, "Yeah," and claimed it would "better their relationship at the end of the day." His clip at the bonfire shows Shanté crying on tent night (which also happened to be the night of the threesome). Brion owns up to the threesome, and argues that it needed to happen and that now he "don't gotta hold that over Shanté's head." He continues, "So it's gonna suck, and she's gonna go through it, but I feel like this pain that she's feeling now, it's only for a moment, and I feel as though I can give her a lifetime of happiness...I feel like I can go up to her and apologize, and she's probably still gonna stay. That's a great woman right there."

It seems nothing will top the threesome—however, there are still three more episodes before the final bonfire. In episode 7, each couple gets to send 30-second video messages to each other. Brion says in his note that "the boundary that [he] crossed is not what [he] needed" in life, and he's ready to treat Shanté better. (Notice how there's no concrete apology in there!) In her video, Shanté cries a bit and explains that both his actions and lack of regret "genuinely crushed" her, while wondering whether he was "really considering how [she] was gonna feel at the end of it." After watching her message, Brion says he feels "humbled" and starts crying for the first time on the island.

(L to R) Brion Whitley, Grant Larson, Lino Troisi, Tyler Breshears in episode 106 of Temptation Island.

The men at a bonfire, from left: (L to R) Brion, Grant, Lino, and Tyler. (Image credit: Courtesy of Netflix)

After Shanté's message finally seems to shake Brion a bit, influencer Amiah briefly knocks him on his ass. Until now, Amiah has had the most friend-like vibe with him, and he had asked her on the next date. However, in episode 7, they'd had an argument, where Amiah felt uncomfortable about Brion wanting to talk to her about his love of rough sex, and he called her "fucking weird" for asserting a boundary. Right after he looks at Shanté's message, Amiah calls him out for "picking and choosing when he wants to be single" and turns down the date.

The producers make Brion have a sad shave-ice date alone. At a subsequent bonfire, he sees a clip of Shanté looking utterly done with him, and that seems to be when he decides to act like he is in a committed relationship.

We also learn a bit more about Brion's background at the episode 8 bonfire, as it's revealed that he dealt with abuse in the foster system. Walberg points out that he had "no model" to show him how to respect or support someone growing up. It's a big moment to have the mirror held up to you, and the idea that Brion could have a therapy journey after the island is a step forward—but I can't help remembering how all this happened at Shanté's expense on the biggest streaming platform in the world. Still, to give him the benefit of the doubt, he asks Amiah on the final date, which is solely friendship vibes. Also, on the morning of the final bonfire, Brion finally says he regrets hurting Shanté for his own self-growth. (Good!) Meanwhile, Shanté says she hasn't made a final decision.

Brion Whitley, Shante Glover in episode 110 of Temptation Island.

Brion and Shanté at the final bonfire. (Image credit: Courtesy of Netflix)

Did Shanté and Brion leave 'Temptation Island' together?

Shanté and Brion are the first couple to reunite at the final bonfire, and they immediately hug as Brion sheds a quick tear. Both of them get the chance to speak uninterrupted at first. Shanté reiterates that he was disrespectful and none of his actions reflected the man she deserves. Brion responds by apologizing and crying, saying he had been a surface-level boyfriend and isn't worthy of her but he can be. Shanté asks if he's crossed any other boundaries beyond the threesome, and he says no (which is only technically the truth). He promises to start dealing with his emotional issues. Shanté admits that she always puts others before herself, and claims she's starting to put herself first.

Then the big question comes. Brion wants to leave the island with Shanté, but when it's her turn to answer, she asks for a second and walks into the shadows to cry. She tells a producer, "I want him to grow, I do, but I don't know what to do anymore." Upon coming back, Shanté initially says she wants to know the better him "down the road," but "right now, [she] has to choose [herself]." However, the conversation doesn't end then. Shanté points out that Brion has reached the emotional place she wanted, and when asked again, she agrees to leave the island with him.

"I am giving him grace in this," Shanté says in a confessional. "It's not gonna be an easy road for him. That's for sure. But I believe in our love. I believe that we can make this something special, and I am happy with my decision."

Brion Whitely, Shante Glover in season 1 of Temptation Island.

Brion and Shanté. (Image credit: Tyler Golden/Netflix)

Are Shanté and Brion still together after 'Temptation Island'?

As of March 14, two days after Temptation Island premiered on March 12, neither Brion nor Shanté have publicly commented on their relationship status. All we have are the typical social media clues to sift through, and while the pair do follow each other on Instagram, neither of them is giving couple vibes on their respective pages. When you compare that to Alexa and Lino—the other original pair who left Temptation Island together and still have a ton of couple pics up—Brion and Shanté seem a bit shakier.

However, in addition to his main page (where he's restricted comments), Brion also has a second Instagram account, focused on his financial planning work. Shanté is one of just 45 people following this page, and all of its pics were posted in July 2024. Depending on when the series was filmed, this could show that the pair were at least on good terms for a while after.

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<![CDATA[ Kendall Jenner Pairs The Row's $1,350 Tee With Under-$200 Hoops to Cosplay as a College Student ]]> Kendall Jenner is going back to college, but not to study. Just in time for spring break, the supermodel's 818 Tequila College Tour—a roaming pop-up that visits local bars in college towns across the country—is back for another round.

On Mar. 14, the liquor mogul was spotted posing with fans on a party bus in Nashville, Tennessee. In keeping with the collegial theme of the expedition, the 29-year-old dressed like a student studying abroad. That said, the pieces she pulled for the occasion definitely range outside the average undergraduate's budget. The beige stripes of her long-sleeved crewneck shirt might look like something you could find at Gap, but it's actually a $1,350 tee from The RowJenner's favorite brand at the moment.

Her black oval sunglasses channeled the Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy aesthetic she's been gradually cultivating since 2022. When the model was on tour with 818 last year, she even had a mane of rich-girl blonde hair to complete the '90s It girl effect. One thing that's remained the same in the intervening year? Her love of straight-leg denim. Above, she's wearing a pair of mid-rise Levi's jeans in a bright blue wash that offers a perfect contrast to her fleshy nude top.

A photo of Kendall Jenner pouring shots on the 818 Tequila College Tour in September 2024.

Kendall Jenner pours shots on the 818 Tequila College Tour in September 2024. (Image credit: Instagram/@kendalljbr)

The rest of her ensemble is a study in understated classics. Her ridged silver hoop earrings underscore the influence of '80s jewelry trends on today's most-wanted accessories. Her sleek brunette bob haircut nails the stylish gray area between chin-length and collarbone-grazing. And frankly, I'd pay good money to know the impossibly glossy rose pink lip combination she's sporting in these pictures. Mary Phillips, you have 24 hours to respond.

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<![CDATA[ Prince William Says He's "Trying Not to Be Biased" When It Comes to His Kids and This "Passionate" Choice ]]> Prince WIlliam doesn't often give interviews, but he opened up about one of his biggest passions to the Sun after Aston Villa clinched the Champions League on March 12. However, when the Prince of Wales—who is a huge Villa fan—was asked about his kids, he said that he's okay with them forging their own paths.

"I’m kind of hoping they’ll all find their own teams in time," Prince William told the Sun. "They don’t all have to be Villa fans. I’m trying not to be biased but obviously they see how passionate I am about it and they watch the matches with me."

The future King—who serves as patron of the Football Association—added that he's "trying to spread the love a little bit" in terms of his children supporting other teams.

It turns out Prince George, 11, Princess Charlotte, 9, and Prince Louis, 6, are even being recruited by some of the teams for their fandom. "They do have Villa shirts, and ask to come to games with me, but they have other shirts as well," the Prince of Wales said. "There’s been a bit of courting going on by other managers too."

The father of three didn't mention names when it came to the "courting," but mom Princess Kate is known to be a Chelsea fan.

Prince William and his friends cheering in their seats at a March 12, 2025 Aston Villa game

The Prince of Wales and his friends went wild for Aston Villa during their March 12 Champions League win. (Image credit: Getty Images)

Prince George wearing a suit and tie hugging his dad Prince William at the 2024 Euros final game

Prince George joined his dad to cheer for England during the 2024 Euros. (Image credit: Getty Images)

This isn't the first time the Prince of Wales has commented on his children becoming Villa supporters. While heading to a pub to join fellow Aston Villa fans for a pint, William told one fan that he "didn't want" Charlotte and Louis to feel like they had to support the team.

Of their encounter, pub goer Steve Jones said, per GB News, "It was 95 percent chat about Villa as that’s our shared interest, but a bit about his family. Young George is a Villa fan but he didn't want all three to be Villa fans."

As for his game day routine, the Prince of Wales told the Sun, "If I’m home alone with the children, I probably don’t have the pre-match pint but I do have a bit of superstition about where I sit when I’m watching them." He added that he'll "start moving 'round the house quite quickly" if Villa is "not doing very well" and will even "put the children in different positions hoping that’s going to change our luck."

The future King is so involved with the team that he even goes into online forums and posts anonymous comments. "I like going on the forums, I can be on there for ages," he admitted. "I listen to what other fans have to say and give them my opinions. I get quite into it, definitely. It’s important to have that debate."

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<![CDATA[ I’m Prepping for Spring With These Chic, Under-$100 Basics ]]> I think two closet basics deserve more praise, especially as we head into the spring season: T-shirts and tank tops. They're essentially the perfect bases for all of your spring outfits. I try to update mine every year, and this spring, I'm doing so while I can find them on sale.

As a shopping editor, it's my job to have a finger on the pulse of every best deal online—and some very good ones are going on right now. I found every base layer you need for less, from the perfect white T-shirt from Abercrombie & Fitch to elevated long-sleeve tees perfect for mastering tricky transitional weather. I even picked out the cutest cropped tee in spring's trendiest color to take your casual looks up a notch.

Keep scrolling to shop 20 on-sale T-shirts and tanks from my favorite retailers like Gap, J.Crew, Madewell, Nordstrom—its Spring Sale is happening now, by the way!—Shopbop, and more. This list is bound to have your next favorite spring layer for less than $100.

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<![CDATA[ Prince Harry and Prince William's Rarely-Seen Cousin Is Set to Inherit $130 Million Fortune ]]> Royal fans and fashion followers are familiar with Princess Diana's nieces Kitty, Eliza and Amelia Spencer, with the glamorous trio being a regular fixture on the British society scene. While Kitty and crew frequently make appearances on social media (and in this magazine), they have a lesser-known sibling who stays out of the spotlight—and it turns out their brother Louis Spencer will one day inherit a massive fortune.

As Viscount Althorp, Louis—who is celebrating his 31st birthday on Friday, March 14—is the eldest son of Princess Diana's brother Charles, Earl Spencer and therefore heir to the Spencer dynasty. Even though he has three older sisters, the custom of male primogeniture means Kitty, Amelia and Eliza have been cut out of inheriting the family estate.

When the earl dies, Louis will take over the Spencer seat of Althorp, where Princess Diana is buried. Per the Sun, the estate is "estimated to be worth a staggering £100m," making it a roughly $130 million fortune.

Louis, Kitty, Amelia and Eliza's mother is Charles Spencer's first wife, Victoria Aitken, and they share two half-siblings Edmund “Ned” Spencer and Lady Lara Caroline Spencer from their father's second marriage to Caroline Freud. They also have a little sister, Charlotte Diana Spencer, from the earl's failed third marriage to Karen Gordon.

Eliza Spencer, Louis Spencer, Victoria Lockwood and Kitty Spencer walking into Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's wedding in May 2018

Louis is seen with sisters Eliza (left) and Kitty (far right) and their mother Victoria Aitken at Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding. (Image credit: Getty Images)

Louis Spencer wearing a suit holding a glass of champagne standing next to his mother Victoria Aitken at a 2017 Tatler party

Louis Spencer posed with his mother at a 2017 Tatler magazine party. (Image credit: Getty Images)

Kitty, Eliza, Amelia and Louis Spencer posing in front of a stone animal with father Earl Spencer at the Diana Memorial Playground in 2000.

(From left) Amelia, Eliza, Kitty and Louis Spencer pose with father Earl Spencer at the opening of the Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Playground in 2000. (Image credit: Getty Images)

"Primogeniture can be a tricky topic, because as times are changing, attitudes are as well," Lady Kitty told Town & Country in 2021. However, she added that she and her sisters have "grown up understanding that it’s Louis to inherit, and Louis will do an incredible job."

Unlike his sisters, Louis keeps a low profile—in fact, you'd be hard-pressed to find a current photo of the Spencer heir. But he's always been there to support his family, and walked big sis Kitty down the aisle during her lavish 2021 wedding in Italy. Louis was raised in South Africa alongside his sisters and later attended the University of Edinburgh.

The aspiring actor graduated from London's Arts Educational Schools and according to the Daily Mail, uses the stage name Louis John Lyons. It seems he's yet to make his big Hollywood debut, but the Spencer heir is signed to the Tavistock Wood talent agency alongside several big names like Dominic West.

While Louis hasn't spoken about his budding career, Earl Spencer shared in 2019 (via the Daily Mail), "Louis lives in London. He’s an actor at drama school and works incredibly hard and I want him to be able to fulfill his dreams in that direction. It is full on: he’s doing 14-hour days."

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<![CDATA[ Amal Clooney Spices Up Her Ladylike Leopard Print Coat With a Celebrity-Beloved Boot Trend ]]> Amal Clooney celebrated the opening of her husband George Clooney's Broadway debut by—what else?—a fabulously feminine outfit that doubles up on celebrity-approved pieces.

On Mar. 13, the famed human rights lawyer was spotted re-contextualizing winter's best trends for spring outside the Winter Garden Theatre in New York City. A taupe leopard print coat topped with a wide satin bow closure from Giambattista Valli's Fall 2022 Ready-to-Wear show was the crown jewel of her look. Frankly, I never would've guessed the never-ending balletcore bow trend details would pair so nicely with the mafia wife-coded leopard print trend. Noted animal print devotees Jennifer Lawrence and Hailey Bieber should take notes.

A photo of Amal Clooney styling a Giambattista Valli leopard print coat with black snakeskin over-the-knee boots.

Amal Clooney styles a Giambattista Valli leopard print coat with black snakeskin thigh-high boots. (Image credit: Splash)

Underneath her statement outwear, the attorney layered a '60s-inspired cream-colored shift dress with a high neckline. Her buttery mini dress matched the length of her thigh-grazing coat perfectly. The shorter hemline also showcased her black patent over-the-knee boots, in a nod to the thigh-skimming styles seen all over the Fall 2024 runways at Chloé, Fendi, and Gucci. More than a year later, the look has staying power: Taylor Swift, Rihanna, and even Michelle Obama have taken the thigh-high boot trend for a pap walk.

Just like her Hollywood-adjacent peers, the British activist matched her pointy boots to her other accessories: in this case, a black patent croc-embossed micro-bag, which came adorned with a tiny silver lock. She skipped jewelry apart from a single pair of gold huggie hoop earrings, which dangled a delicate drop charm from each lobe.

Her nails were painted the hue of pale pink putty and her long brunette hair billowed behind as she exited the venue. Caramel balayage highlights were woven throughout her bouncy blowout. Her makeup, meanwhile, mirrored the warm tones of her hair with shimmery rose-gold eyeshadow, peachy-pink blush, and a glossy pink lip.

Given that her husband's new play is set in the mid-1950s, it was all too fitting for the 47-year-old to wear an opening-week outfit that similarly channels American nostalgia. No one does boho-chic better than Clooney, but this Jackie Kennedy-coded aesthetic really works for her. Plus, she already owns the oversize sunglasses she'd need to make the homage complete.

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<![CDATA[ The Surprising Detail About Princess Diana's Earrings You Probably Missed at Kate Middleton's Latest Appearance ]]> Princess Kate has honored the mother-in-law she never met, Princess Diana, in a number of ways through the years. Whether it's channeling the late princess in a very similar mint green blazer or wearing Diana's iconic sapphire engagement ring, Kate has paid numerous fashion tributes to the People's Princess. On March 10, the Princess of Wales wore Diana's beloved Collingwood Pearl Earrings—a pair Kate has worn to several royal events—to the Commonwealth Day service at Westminster Abbey. However, a close-up photo of the royal's left ear reveals a worrying detail.

The large pearl drop earrings feature diamond caps and hang from two diamond studs, but zooming in on a picture from Commonwealth Day, it's clear that one of the stones above the pearl drop is missing. Whether it fell out en route to the ceremony or the Princess of Wales was aware that the stone was missing is anyone's guess, but it seems the historic jewels will be in need of a swift repair.

According to The Court Jeweller, the pearl style was given to Diana by the Collingwood jewelry brand and she first wore the earrings to a special dinner just ahead of her 1981 royal wedding. Princess Diana went on to wear the pearl drops many times over the years, often pairing them with her go-to Lover's Knot Tiara.

A closeup photo of Kate Middleton's pearl drop earrings

One of the diamonds is missing from the historic pearl earrings. (Image credit: Getty Images)

Kate Middleton, wearing a red dress and coat, and Prince William walking into the 2025 Commonwealth Day ceremony

The Princess of Wales wore head-to-toe red for the ceremony on March 10. (Image credit: Getty Images)

Kate Middleton wearing pearl drop earrings and a pearl choker smiling during the 2025 Commonwealth Day ceremony

Princess Kate matched the earrings with Queen Elizabeth's pearl choker. (Image credit: Getty Images)

Princess Kate first wore the Collingwood Pearl Drops to a state banquet in 2017, when she paired the earrings with Queen Mary's Lover's Knot Tiara. Since then, she's gone on to wear the earrings to several white-tie events with the aforementioned tiara, and also showed off the pearls at Garter Day 2019 and in her stunning 40th birthday portraits.

As for the rest of Princess Kate's Commonwealth Day jewels, she paired Diana's earrings with Queen Elizabeth's Japanese Pearl Choker, a piece that Kate wore to both the late Queen's funeral and to Prince Philip's. The Princess of Wales went with a red theme for the rest of her look, choosing to repeat a scarlet-hued Catherine Walker coat dress with a red pillbox hat.

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<![CDATA[ 'Picture This' Stars Simone Ashley and Hero Fiennes Tiffin Play 'How Well Do You Know Your Co-Star?' ]]> Getting over your ex is always easier said than done, but imagine how hard it'd be if your ex looked like Simone Ashley or Hero Fiennes Tiffin. Prime Video's original rom-com Picture This is the latest edition to the "exes rekindling" sub-genre of romantic comedies, as Pia (Ashley) and Charlie (Fiennes Tiffin) are reunited as the maid-of-honor and best man for Pia's younger sister's wedding. When a fortune teller predicts Pia will meet her soulmate on one of her next five dates, she goes on some memorable blind set ups, but there's something about Charlie that she can't shake.

To celebrate the movie's streaming release, Ashley and Fiennes Tiffin sat down with Marie Claire to test their friendship with a round of How Well Do You Know Your Co-Star?. The pair showed off their natural chemistry while breezing through questions about their early jobs, go-to karaoke jams, and hidden talents. Fiennes Tiffin also took the opportunity to praise Ashley, who also served as executive producer on the flick, for creating a "fun, relaxed" atmosphere on set.

Hero Fiennes Tiffin as Charlie and Simone Ashley as Pia in 'Picture This'

Charlie (Hero Fiennes Tiffin) and Pia (Simone Ashley) in Picture This. (Image credit: Amazon MGM Studios)

Watch the challenge above to get the scoop on the unexpected hidden talent they both want to learn, the gift Ashley gave the entire cast, and insight into Fiennes Tiffin's Justin Bieber-inspired early red-carpet looks. Then, head to Prime Video to catch Picture This.

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<![CDATA[ Gigi Hadid's Espresso Brunette Hair Color Is Growing Out So Beautifully ]]> Gigi Hadid is slowly saying goodbye to her blonde era. On Mar. 13, the model was spotted in New York City after attending a Rabanne event earlier in the day. For her nighttime look, Hadid wore a black and white pinstriped jumpsuit and a leather jacket. She accessorized with oversized jewelry and a small clutch, a brown belt, and black pointed-toe heels. The model looked absolutely stunning as per usual, but what made me do a double take was the fact that her typically blond hair was a much darker color from the last time she was photographed in public.

For Le Grand Dîner du Louvre on March 4, an annual philanthropic event hosted by the Louvre Museum, Hadid was sporting a “silver tequila” color—a shade aptly named by her hairstylist Dimitris Giannetos. As you’d expect, her hair was a cool-toned silver for the event, but regardless of the shift away from her traditional buttery blonde, her hair color was still extremely light. That being said, her latest look is decidedly in the brunette territory. For her New York City engagement her hair was styled in a slicked-back bun. Whereas Hadid has typically kept her roots dark, this espresso color extended all the way down almost to the ends of her hair, leaving just the tucked away part of her bun to boast the lighter hue.

Gigi Hadid with brunette hair

(Image credit: Getty Images)

Deep brown is one of the hair trends that is expected to make a fierce return for spring 2025, seconded only by the return of the bob haircut, (which, if we’re being honest, never really went away). Hadid is seemingly ahead of the curve, as she’s been sporting her shorter haircut since early 2024 and is now well on her way to becoming a full brunette, combining two of the season's hottest trends into one like a true supermodel mogul. If your hair is also on the darker side, ensuring that your color looks shiny and healthy is the key to having that celebrity-level glow. With that in mind, I’ve gone ahead and compiled a few products that will be sure to give you the glassy hair of you dreams.

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<![CDATA[ 7 Times the Royal Family Broke Queen Elizabeth's More Understated "Rule" ]]> Royal life comes along with plenty of protocol that dictates everything from traveling with heirs to what royals can and can't eat at official functions. But one so-called beauty rule Queen Elizabeth had over the years wasn't actually a rule at all—even if tabloids might have fans convinced otherwise. While the late Queen held a strong preference for natural or very pale pink nails, there was no hard-and-fast regulation that other women in the family couldn't wear colored polish.

However, it was still rare to see senior members of the family sporting anything but barely-there shades of nude or pink on their nails, including Queen Elizabeth's longtime favorite shade, Essie Ballet Slippers. Princess Kate, for example, stuck to Queen Elizabeth's example, so when Meghan Markle took the stage at the 2018 British Fashion Awards, her ultra-dark nails made waves.

While negative articles claimed the duchess had "broken protocol" with her black mani, the truth is, Princess Diana and Sarah Ferguson routinely wore red polish in the late '80s and early '90s. Princess Eugenie is also a fan of a fun manicure and has worn colorful designs on her nails to multiple royal events, and Zara Tindall has shown off shades ranging from teal to black.

Rule or not, it's still of note that the Princess of Wales waited until Queen Elizabeth's death to show off a bright red manicure for the family's 2023 Easter service. But in recent years—even before the late Queen died—more royal women have been playing with nail trends than ever before.

Below, get inspired by seven of the Royal Family's best colorful manicure moments.

Princess Diana, 1992

Princess Diana wearing a white dress talking to Placido Domingo and holding a bouquet of flowers in 1992

Princess Diana was a red manicure aficionado. (Image credit: Getty Images)

Princess Diana was seen showing off lipstick-red manicures even before her separation from Prince Charles, like she did for a 1992 performance of Verdi's opera "Otello."

Sarah Ferguson, 1989

Sarah Ferguson and Prince Andrew shaking hands with a young girl in 1989 during their Canada tour

The Duchess of York often embraced red nails. (Image credit: Getty Images)

Diana wasn't the only royal who loved a red nail; the Duchess of York showed off a scarlet manicure while visiting Canada for an official royal tour with Prince Andrew in 1989.

Princess Kate, 2023

Prince Louis holding Kate Middleton's hand, who is wearing a bright blue coat and holding a blue purse on Easter 2023

The Princess of Wales, seen holding Prince Louis's hand during his Easter 2023 debut, shocked fans with red nails. (Image credit: Getty Images)

Decades later, the Princess of Wales would get in on the red nail action for the Royal Family's 2023 Easter service. And while it was the first time Princess Kate had worn anything but a pale, natural color on her fingers, she'd actually shown off red polish on her toes at several red carpet events over the years.

Meghan Markle, 2018

Meghan Markle wearing a black one shoulder dress on stage holding a mic at the British Fashion Awards in 2018

The Duchess of Sussex matched her mani to her dress for a glamorous evening. (Image credit: Getty Images)

Meghan Markle made plenty of headlines when she attended the 2018 British Fashion Awards in a (gasp!) one-shouldered dress and (double gasp!) deep burgundy nail polish that appeared almost black. While critics claimed that the Duchess of Sussex was breaking some unspoken royal fashion rules, reporter Omid Scobie told Harper's Bazaar at the time, "There’s no actual protocol about dark nail polish. It’s simply about being appropriate—we’d never see this at a royal engagement."

He added, "tonight’s event is a celebration of fashion and there’s a lot more flexibility on what one can wear."

Zara Tindall, 2019

Zara Tindall wearing a black coat and black nail polish holding her hands up to her face laughing

Zara Tindall showed off her moody manicure for a day at the races. (Image credit: Getty Images)

Zara Tindall also got in on the black polish action later that year, matching her mani to her coat as she watched mom Princess Anne's horse compete at the Cheltenham racecourse.

Princess Eugenie, 2012

Princess Eugenie at the 2012 Epsom Derby wearing a checkered dress and black hat

Princess Eugenie showed off her patriotic pride with Union Jack nails during the 2012 Diamond Jubilee. (Image credit: Getty Images)

Perhaps the most risk-taking member of the Royal Family in terms of nails, Princess Eugenie has embraced designs like Union Jacks and even reindeer over the years.

Duchess Sophie, 2020

Duchess Sophie wearing a black sweater holding a cookie and smiling at a young girl and her mom at a children's hospice

The Duchess of Edinburgh has also worn dark nail polish over the years. (Image credit: Getty Images)

Often described as one of the late Queen's favorites, Duchess Sophie has remained dedicated to serving the monarchy. However, she's never been one to shy away from making a fashion statement—even if it departed from her beloved mother-in-law's preferences. Here, she's pictured wearing gray polish while visiting a children's hospice in February 2020.

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<![CDATA[ Daisy Edgar-Jones Revives the Brat Green Color Trend in a Sheer Gucci Plunge Top and Leather Pencil Skirt ]]> Daisy Edgar-Jones is the ultimate Gucci muse. At South by Southwest festival, the Normal People actor hit the red carpet premiere of her new movie, On Swift Horses, wearing yet another head-to-toe look from the Italian fashion house.

On Mar. 13, Jones hopped out of her Uber sporting a plunging lime green lace halter bodysuit with a waist-cinching belt and a sheer belly button cut-out. She coordinated the top with a soft green nappa leather pencil skirt that almost looked like crushed velvet from afar. Leave it to stylist Dani Michelle—whom the British star shares with It girls Kendall Jenner and Hailey Bieber—to revive the brat green color trend just in time for spring.

A photo of Daisy Edgar-Jones styling a sheer lime green halter top with a pastel green pencil skirt.

Daisy Edgar-Jones styles a sheer lime green halter top with a pastel green pencil skirt. (Image credit: Getty Images)

The 26-year-old accessorized her punchy outfit with a pointy pair of black patent leather mules. To fill the negative space left by her deep-V neckline, she also slipped on a long double-wrapped gold chain necklace with an oversized horsebit pendant.

A photo of Daisy Edgar-Jones accessorizing her outfit with a gold horsebit pendant necklace.

Daisy Edgar-Jones accessorizes her outfit with a gold horsebit pendant necklace. (Image credit: Getty Images)

The Twisters leading lady balanced her colorful look with a short bubble bath pink manicure and her signature '70s-inspired bohemian blowout: balayage-highlighted brunette waves topped with middle-parted curtain bangs. Her makeup emphasized her features with a glossy peach lip, rose-colored boyfriend blush, and a gold shimmer eyeshadow swept over her lids as well as her lower lash-line.

A photo of Edgar-Jones sporting her signature brunette curtain bangs at South by Southwest festival.

Edgar-Jones sports her signature brunette curtain bangs at South by Southwest festival. (Image credit: Getty Images)

It's hard to overstate how much Edgar-Jones's personal style has changed since she began working with Michelle during the Twisters press tour. She's been embraced by bigger luxury houses; experimented with more daring silhouettes; and landed on several best-dressed lists. In turn, the fanfare around her fashion evolution has catapulted the romcom darling's fame to daring new heights. Thanks to their ongoing collaboration, we have yet another celebrity patron saint bolstering the boho-chic trend revival. And frankly, when is that ever a bad thing?

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