The Victoria's Secret Fashion Show is almost back for another fabulous year. Three years into its revamp, the live event stands as a spectacle of opulent looks, star models (with a focus on inclusive casting), and can't-miss performances from music's biggest stars.

Heads up: If you've faithfully tuned in over the past two years, VSFW 2026 has a new time slot (thankfully on the weekend), a new streaming platform, and a new host city. This year's show will move coasts to L.A., welcoming longtime Angels (Adriana Lima, Gigi Hadid, Joan Smalls, and Liu Wen) and returning stars (Alex Consani, Anok Yai, Ashley Graham, and Paloma Elsesser). The musical guests also gracing the stage are Megan Thee Stallion, Katseye, Tate McRae, and Megan Moroney.

With this year's show just days away, read on for everything you need to know about how to watch the 2026 Victoria's Secret Fashion Show.

Everything to Know About How to Watch the 2026 Victoria's Secret Fashion Show

When is the 2026 Victoria's Secret Fashion Show?

The 2026 Victoria's Secret Fashion Show will be held on Sunday, October 18, 2026—marking the production's first time in L.A. since 2007. The third installment of the brand's revamped show shifts the festivities to the weekend, arriving a year and three days after last year's event.

How to watch the 2026 Victoria's Secret Fashion Show:

The official broadcast of the 2026 Victoria's Secret Fashion Show begins Sunday, October 18, at 7:30 p.m. ET and streams on the official Victoria's Secret YouTube channel. The live special will also stream across Victoria's Secret's social media accounts, including Instagram and TikTok.

Fans can also tune in early to the Pink Carpet at 7 pm ET to watch the pre-show special hosted by journalists Scott Evans and Zanna Rassi.

YouTube is the fashion extravaganza's newest partner, after the show was previously streamed on Amazon Live in 2024 and 2025. Like its predecessor, YouTube will enhance the viewing experience with behind-the-scenes content and shopping links so viewers can shop the runway. Fashion fans can also tune into the docuseries Angels Among Us, which follows a nationwide search for Victoria's Secret's next Angel.

YouTube is free for all users. Those who want to tune in to the 2026 Victoria's Secret Fashion Show can either search for the term on YouTube or head to the brand's official channel.

For a while, the evening bag seemed to have disappeared from fashion’s collective consciousness. Once an essential part of after-dark dressing, the petite accessory gradually gave way to the pared-back everyday handbag. Roomy totes, slouchy shoulder bags, and practical crossbodies became acceptable companions for nearly every occasion, blurring the line between daytime functionality and evening extravagance. The idea of owning a handbag solely for dinner, a cocktail party, or a night out began to feel almost old-school. But as fashion rediscovers the pleasure of dressing up, the evening bag is reclaiming its place in the accessories conversation, bringing with it a renewed appreciation for pieces that prioritize beauty over practicality.

This latest resurgence, however, is considerably less precious than the evening bags of the past—even if some of them look downright breakable. Designers are reimagining the traditional evening bag through sculptural silhouettes, ornate embellishments, lustrous satin, and unexpected proportions, transforming what was once an occasion-specific accessory into an everyday styling opportunity. After all, there's no wrong time for a special touch.

At Khaite, Prada, and Dries Van Noten, the embrace of expressive accessories reflects a growing appetite for fashion that does more than simply function. A beaded pouch can add personality to relaxed denim, while a satin clutch feels particularly chic (and unexpected!) alongside oversized tailoring or a minimalist slip dress.

After years of prioritizing practicality, fashion appears ready to indulge in a little frivolity again. Finally, a little life! A little fun! Ahead, discover the best evening bags available right now—and consider carrying one long before your first holiday party invitation arrives.

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There's nothing like a mother's touch—and that remains true even within the walls of Buckingham Palace. When Princess Kate fell ill, Carole Middleton rushed in to care for everyone, including Prince William.

The Princess of Wales was diagnosed with cancer in March 2024. Although the news shook the world, her mother stayed calm and steadfast, immediately assuming a present role in the family’s household to ensure Kate’s children and husband kept their lives as normal as possible.

“She took over helping with the children and the school and the cooking and making food for William and looking after him, too,” royal author Ingrid Seward told Hello! magazine. “I think she's a very strong and determined person.”

The author continued, "Carole is a really helpful, practical and unflappable mother and grandmother. Rather than ask what she can do, she just gets on with it; she's very proactive.”

Although her help around the house made a significant difference, Prince William found her emotional support equally commendable. Royal author Robert Jobson said she was “as solid as a rock” at a time when William needed stability in the midst of the ever-changing health of not only his wife, but his father, King Charles, as well.

“When everything was falling apart and he needed someone to talk to, she was the one,” Jobson noted.

“She took him out to the pub and they would sit and talk,” the author added. “She's been a good sounding-board, a wise head.”

After Princess Kate's cancer went into remission, she returned to her royal duties. Nevertheless, Middleton has remained close by, ready to lend a helping hand whenever she is needed.

“She may not ever hold the title of Queen Mother, but in the future, she will be the Queen's mother,” Jobson said. “She will be there to help her daughter and the family all the way.”

On October 12, Zoë Kravitz's and her beloved purple scarf took a romantic stroll in New York City. This time, Harry Styles wasn't the third-wheel. Co-star Riley Keough, instead took his place—making for a stylish matching moment.

Kravitz (who prefers slipper-style ballet flats over actual slippers) finally put her favorite It shoes on pause. Instead, she styled her casual look with a celebrity-approved pair of Uggs—a first for her.

Paparazzi spotted Kravitz and Keough on the set of Die Alive in New York City, an upcoming rom-com from Margot Robbie's production company, LuckyChap Entertainment. In between scenes, Kravitz kept it casual in a white long-sleeve shirt, black straight-leg pants, the purple scarf she can't stop wearing, and her new Ugg Tasman II Slippers.

Recognize the suede outer, braided trim, and foam soles? That's because the same $130 slippers have been worn by Dua Lipa, Kendall Jenner, Kaia Gerber, and Mikey Madison. Selena Gomez and Scarlett Johansson also made their respective returns to the sets of Only Murders In the Building and The Exorcist in the comfort-forward footwear. So it's no surprise that the grab-and-go Uggs landed another (off-screen) role in Hollywood.

Kravitz isn't the only Die Alive actor with Uggs at the ready in her trailer. Keough also traded her character's on-screen footwear for Ugg's black Classic II Boots, which retail for $195. The shoe boasts the same buttery-soft suede as Kravitz's slippers, except the shafts extended far beyond her ankles.

At this point, Kravitz is a Hollywood mainstay. Even so, Ugg slippers seem to be a new addition to her moviemaking survival kit. She's never been seen wearing a pair of Uggs before—whereas I wear them pretty much every time I leave the house.

Shop other VIP-supported styles below. Then, elevate them with the purple trend à la Kravitz.

Shop Ugg Slippers Inspired by Zoë Kravitz

The wrong shoe theory is less about wearing something objectively “wrong” and more about disrupting an outfit's predictability. Coined by stylist Allison Bornstein, the idea is wonderfully simple: build your look, then choose the shoe that feels least expected with it. A ballet flat with track pants. A sneaker beneath an otherwise serious maxi dress. A flip-flop with immaculate trousers. The mismatch introduces tension, and tension is often what separates getting dressed from having real style. When every element of an outfit speaks the same language, the result can feel overly resolved—too perfect. The wrong shoe adds an accent.

I’ve become particularly obsessed with the trouser-and-flip-flop version of this equation, largely because the Olsen twins have spent years proving its superiority, and thus inspiring me to abandon my fear of The Great Big New York Dirt. Mary-Kate and Ashley will wear trousers so beautifully cut they practically deserve their own insurance policy, only to let a wafer-thin flip-flop peek out from underneath the hem. On paper, it shouldn’t work. A loafer would be more polished. A pointed pump would elongate the leg. A sleek leather sandal would make far more conventional sense. And yet, the flip-flop is precisely what makes the outfit.

"Wrong Shoe" Flip-Flops

There’s something almost mischievous about wearing an incredibly good trouser with a shoe associated with beaches, pedicures, and taking the trash downstairs. It removes the preciousness from the clothes. Suddenly, the trousers aren’t an occasion; they’re simply what you happen to be wearing while going about your day. It’s the same particular strain of nonchalance the Olsens have perfected elsewhere: enormous designer bags, trailing hems, expensive coats thrown over decidedly unfussy basics. Nothing appears overly orchestrated, even when you know every proportion is exactly right.

On the street-style circuit, other celebrities have started to embrace the flip-flop and all its barely-there glory, from Zoe Kravitz (another The Row obsessive) to Kendall Jenner and Bella Hadid. And, like the Olsens, they go beyond the warm-weather season, too. When paired with a silk bomber, adeptly cut blazer, or overtly pleated trousers, they lean evening—which was as surprising to me as it was to others. If you’re not too confident about it yet, try pairing them with a trouser first—it’s the easiest way to look effortlessly put together.

How I Style It

What brand do you think of when you picture a flip-flop? Of course, it’s the classic Havaianas. Luckily for the fashion set, this beachy, lived-in casual flop comes in square-toe and thinner iterations for variety. If you’re ever in New York during the summer and fall, you’ll see the most stylish women sporting them with everything from trench coats and oversized bags to knitted maxi dresses and suede totes.

For work and a post-office event, I styled mine with a sharp powder blue blazer and camel-colored straight-leg trousers. To keep it workwear appropriate, I layered the blazer over a chic button-down shirt, which can be found everywhere from Zara to J.Crew. For this look, I wanted to embrace the neutral-with-a-pop palette and wore Emme Parsons' coveted Meta sandals, which are a padded pair of croc-embossed chocolate brown flip-flops.

For casual weekends spent with my baby, Row, I like to wander around Brooklyn in an ensemble that works for crawling around the indoor playground, getting a coffee, strolling and daydreaming about brownstones, all while remaining comfortable without sacrificing personal style—every mother’s struggle! Now that it’s fall, I’ve been pulling an Olsen and wearing my oversized funnel-neck jacket with simple black trousers and a classic black flip-flop.

Which brings me to my current position: I don’t think the flip-flop is the compromise shoe anymore. I think it might be the chicest one. Give me a trouser that’s slightly too long, a completely unnecessary amount of fabric, and the thinnest possible flip-flop underneath it. The loafer can stay in the closet. I want the shoe that looks like I forgot to finish getting dressed.

Prince William may have his hands full with royal duties, but one little girl’s request was simply too sweet to pass up. During a recent royal engagement, he was greeted by a schoolgirl who waited an hour just so he could hand-deliver a gift to his daughter Princess Charlotte.

The Prince of Wales was welcomed by a crowd of fans outside of the Ilminster Fire Station in Somerset, England on October 6. Among the group was a young, eager fan waiting patiently with her mother and a handwritten letter for the Prince of Wales’ 11-year-old daughter.

After shaking hands with William, she handed over the note that had a “few questions” for Charlotte. According to Hello! Magazine, the little girl admitted to Prince William that she wanted to know about his daughter’s age, favorite color, and what school she goes to.

This is just one of William’s recent outings that turned out to be beneficial for his daughter. Just days after his visit to Somerset, the Prince of Wales played a round of cricket on the Mall outside of Buckingham Palace. After the game, a fan presented him with a special cricket shirt for Princess Charlotte, who is known to be a huge fan of the sport, playing for her school team at Lambrook in Berkshire.

According to the official royal gift policy, children of the Royal Family, including Princess Charlotte, are only allowed to accept certain gifts from the public, like flowers, non-controversial copies of books presented by the author, foodstuff, and other consumable items. They are also allowed to keep items costing less than $200.

Few accessories are more closely associated with traditional eveningwear than the cummerbund. Originally designed to accompany a tuxedo, the pleated waistband has spent decades occupying a rather narrow corner of the fashion world, appearing almost exclusively at black-tie affairs. But fashion has a particular affinity for resurrecting the seemingly antiquated, and the cummerbund is the latest relic to receive a contemporary overhaul. No longer reserved for formal occasions, the accessory is emerging as an unexpected styling tool, emphasizing the waist while introducing texture, dimension, and a little drama to everyday dressing. What more could you ask for?

Its revival arrives amid fashion’s renewed fascination with expressive waistlines, exaggerated proportions, and the subversion of traditional tailoring—all of which were on display during the Spring 2027 Fashion Month shows. Designers are revisiting the codes of formalwear, experimenting with satin waistbands, sculptural fabric treatments, and decorative embellishments that feel more at home in modern wardrobes. Rather than serving as a finishing touch to a tuxedo, the cummerbund has become a focal point in its own right, combining masculine tailoring with feminine decoration. Think of it as a more structured cousin to the scarf-belt that became a favorite among the fashion set.

Perhaps the most appealing aspect of the cummerbund’s reinvention is its surprising versatility. A colorful satin version can transform a white T-shirt and relaxed jeans into a considered outfit, while a structured iteration adds definition to oversized shirting and wide-leg trousers. For more formal occasions, an embellished design worn over a minimalist maxi dress or paired with fluid separates delivers a little extra glamour without feeling overly precious.

The trick is to think of it less as an occasionwear obligation and more as an alternative to the conventional belt—one with considerably more personality.

With a Button-Down Shirt, Pleated Trousers, and Heeled Loafers

Consider this the cummerbund’s introduction to the everyday wardrobe, where crisp shirting and tailored trousers provide a polished foundation for an unexpected accessory. The contrast between classic workwear staples and the traditionally formal waistband makes the combination feel particularly fresh.

With a Column Dress and Statement Accessories

For evening, lean into the cummerbund’s ceremonial origins by pairing an embellished version with a minimalist maxi dress. Intricate tassels, sculptural earrings, and a fringed handbag bring a little playful decadence—and plenty of personality—to the look.

With Relaxed Denim, a Lived-In T-Shirt, and Ballet Flats

The coolest way to wear something traditionally formal? Pair it with pieces that are decidedly not. A ruched fuchsia cummerbund adds an unexpected sense of occasion to a lived-in T-shirt, straight-leg jeans, and ballet flats, transforming an otherwise casual combination into something far more interesting.

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Of all the gifts you could give, a fragrance tops the list. But I can say with full certainty that no fragrance will make their eyes light up more than one from Chanel. Chanel fragrances are more than just scents: they're intoxicating aromas, sculptural décor pieces, and confidence-boosting morning rituals.

The revered French fashion and fragrance house has no shortage of spellbinding scents. Standouts include the elegant rose- and jasmine-infused N°5 Eau de Parfum ($190), the woody leather- and amber-spiked Bleu De Chanel L'Exclusif ($275), and the fruity-floral debut, Coco Mademoiselle Crush Absolu ($195). Curious to see the full list? Keep reading to see the fragrances that will impress your loved ones this holiday season.

For Her

These iconic fragrances will make the special woman in your life feel like royalty every time she wears them. Each is an olfactory delight, from the juicy and gourmand Coco Mademoiselle Crush Absolu to the airy Chance Eau Splendide to the luminous 1957 Eau de Parfum and, of course, the timeless N°5 Eau de Parfum.

For Him

Treat the man in your life to one of these luxurious colognes. If he gravitates toward fragrances with depth, he'll love the woody, leathery profile of the Bleu de Chanel L'Exclusif. If he favors fresher notes of vibrant grapefruit and bold musk, the Allure Homme Sport Superleggera is the one for him.

Prince William and Princess Kate have weathered some tough times in the past two years, whether it was Kate’s cancer diagnosis, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s scandals or King Charles’s own health struggles. But there’s one family member the Prince and Princess of Wales can always lean on, according to royal biographer and journalist Robert Jobson.

Carole Middleton “may not ever hold the title of Queen Mother, but in the future, she will be the Queen’s mother,” Jobson told Hello! magazine, adding that Carole “will be there to help her daughter and the family all the way.”

When both Princess Kate and King Charles were diagnosed with cancer in early 2024, it was Carole who helped babysit, stock her daughter and son-in-law’s freezer and provide a shoulder to cry on for Prince William.

“She was there to support William and was there all the time for the grandchildren. She's been as solid as a rock,” Jobson said of Carole. “When everything was falling apart and he needed someone to talk to, she was the one. She took him out to the pub and they would sit and talk.”

The Windsor Legacy author added that Carole has "been a good sounding-board" and "a wise head" for the future King.

For Prince William, the Middletons also provide him with a sense of normalcy that he didn't experience growing up at Kensington Palace. During his engagement interview, the Prince of Wales praised Kate's family, stating, "Mike and Carole have been really loving and caring and really fun and have been really welcoming towards me, so I've felt a part of the family and I hope that Kate's felt the same with my family."

Last month, Hailey Bieber teased a mysterious project that plays into her "nostalgic dancer background," dusting off her pointe shoes on TikTok for the first time in 12 years.

Fast forward to October 13, and the ballerina-turned-Rhode-founder revealed the inspiration behind her video: the Adanola x Hailey Bieber collaboration.

Almost a year after the British athleisure brand joined Bieber's workout wardrobe, she made the partnership official, with a 23-piece capsule collection that was "born in the ballet studio."

"I wanted to build a collection that moves seamlessly from workout wear to streetwear," Bieber said in the press release. "I’ve always loved how the brand approaches activewear, so bringing this idea to life with them felt like a natural fit." She added that "a few of the pieces, and the campaign itself, are inspired by my years of dancing, specifically ballet."

Following 12 years of ballet training, Bieber's put her "history of creating dance studio looks" to good use. "Rolling and ruching trousers, cutting tights into bolero tops, and cropping sweaters became a driving inspiration for the collection," according to the official statement.

Everything from skintight biker shorts and slinky tank tops to yoga pants, ribbed leg warmers, and fleece jackets made the rehearsal-ready curation. In doing so, Bieber made the "DIY, off-stage uniform" of ballerinas more wearable than ever.

Even the collection's color palette, which "balances timeless neutrals with soft pastels and vintage blue accents," is worthy of a dancer's pre- and post-performance rotation.

In addition to the collection, Bieber and Adanola collaborated on a cinematic campaign and short film, styled by Dani Michelle and photographed by Angelo Pennetta.

"Her effortless style and the way she blends activewear into everyday life strongly align with our customer," said Hyrum Cook, the founder of Adanola. "We’ve wanted to work with her for a long time, and her ballet background gave us a meaningful and authentic starting point for the collaboration.” Turns out, the collaboration was "in rehearsals" for a full year ahead of its upcoming Oct. 15 release.

If this release is anything like Gap x Hailey Bieber, it'll sell out faster than you can say pas de deux.

As Meghan Markle and Prince Harry settle into their new life in the U.K., their next step is already bringing them back to where it all began. The couple’s first public appearance will mark a full circle moment, returning them to the very place where their story as members of the Royal Family first unfolded.

On October 15, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex are set to return to Nottingham, the location of their very first official joint appearance as royals After announcing their engagement in November 2017, Meghan was introduced to royal life in the city, meeting the public and celebrating local community work.

Almost a decade later, Harry and Meghan are no longer working royals. Nevertheless, the couple still hold charitable work near and dear to their hearts. During their upcoming visit, they will participate in a food bank and reconnect with some of the women Meghan worked alongside at London’s Hubb Community Kitchen before stepping back from her royal duties.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex will also check out the Community Recording Studio, which was designed to help young people affected by violence. Their trip will conclude at Epic Partners, a community-based charity focused on youth services, sports programs and mentoring.

“Nottingham is a really special place for them and they are looking forward to getting back out there into the community, together,” a friend of the couple told the Sunday Times.

Harry and Meghan have only recently found some free time in their schedule since moving back across the pond. In August, they relocated to the U.K. for an extended period with their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, both of whom have already begun school there.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex reportedly made plans to leave California weeks after their trip back to England in July, when the Sussexes reunited with King Charles and Queen Camilla.

Queen Elizabeth’s children didn’t have the greatest track records for royal marriages, with three out of her four children winding up divorced. It’s a situation the late Queen is said to have found “deeply upsetting,” but when Prince William proposed to Kate Middleton, one aspect of the future Princess of Wales’s life gave William’s grandmother comfort.

“The Queen always wanted her children and grandchildren to be happy, and she recognized what a huge support Carole and Michael Middleton were to William and how they welcomed him with open arms into their family,” Queen Elizabeth’s former press secretary, Ailsa Anderson, told Hello! magazine.

Prince William is famously close to his in-laws, and Anderson added that this gave the late Queen confidence after watching Prince Charles, Princess Anne and Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor go through divorces.

"It distressed her much more than she let on," royal biographer Robert Hardman wrote in his book Queen of Our Times, adding that Queen Elizabeth was deeply bothered by so many of her children getting divorced.

A staffer revealed to Hardman that "one shouldn't underestimate the pain she's been through," with the late Queen once exclaiming, "'Three out of four!' in sheer sadness and exasperation."

In the Middletons, however, Queen Elizabeth saw a strong and stable family that would help William and Kate through the tough times. "My family are paramount," Carole Middleton once said. "They come first and that will always be the case, even when I have more 'me time.'"

It's been a big year for barn jackets. Not only did the boxy coat earn endorsements from Dakota Johnson and Katie Holmes, the equestrian staple also held a starring role in J.Crew's latest campaign, which celebrated the jacket's 40th anniversary.

There's an English countryside charm to the trend, but for those who gravitate toward a more tailored look, the pub jacket is a worthy opponent. Case in point: Monica Barbaro's London girl look.

Barbaro was born and raised in California, but thanks to London label ME+EM, she looked every bit a local at the London Film Festival on October 12. The Artificial actor was dressed in a cropped white T-shirt, high-waisted jeans with subtly flared legs, and a multi-pocket pub-style blazer—all courtesy of stylist Elizabeth Saltzman.

Crafted from a wool-blend houndstooth fabric, the jacket featured shoulder pads and blazer-style lapels—as opposed to the leather or corduroy collars seen atop traditional barn jackets. ME+EM gave the "simple, all-encompassing answer for what to wear to the pub on the weekend" enough extra-large pockets to help you "go bag-free."

For her finishing touches, Barbaro opted out of a bag or bling, only accessorizing with pointy, black leather boots.

Now, pub jackets aren't nearly as popular as the barn silhouette—which is beloved by farmers, celebrities, and royalty alike. But they certainly deserve to be. They boast all the ease of a classic blazer, but with that relaxed kind of vibe you'd find at a Hackney bar.

British trendsetters, like Sienna Miller, Alexa Chung, and even Princess Kate, have been pro-pub jacket for years. Last month, Miller sported a similar style in the campaign for her collaboration with Barbour, another British brand beloved for its classic coats.

To channel the London girl look in your neck of the woods this fall, shop the curated edit of pub-style pieces below.

Shop Pub Jackets Inspired by Monica Barbaro

Even with their busy schedules, Queen Camilla and King Charles make sure to close out every night at Clarence House with an intimate ritual. It’s one that both of them cherish, despite it leaving the Queen at times in a fog.

Within BBC’s new documentary The Book That Changed My Life, Camilla revealed she and her husband usually like a good read before dinner.

“My husband and I actually read before dinner. We just like sitting quietly and reading,” she shared.

Although it’s meant to be a moment of silence at the end of their chaotic days, The King sometimes disrupts the quietness. Nevertheless, Queen Camilla still finds their ritual endearing.

The Queen continued, “I occasionally, when I’m deep in a book, hear him roaring with laughter about something. It’s very off-putting, I can’t get back into my book, or I’ll suddenly start weeping, but it’s a lovely, quiet time.”

As for what is making the monarch laugh out loud, Queen Camilla said he will usually be reading one of the comedic works of P.G. Wodehouse, which is quite the contrast to the historical fiction and thrillers she usually indulges herself with.

Camilla’s affinity for reading began long before her romance to Charles. Before they had met at a polo match in 1970, she already had her nose in the books.

"We left school quite young because in my day women didn't go to universities," she recalled. "So I think reading has been most of my education. You learn much about people, about life. It's so important to get children reading early."

Since joining the Royal Family, Queen Camilla has been a passionate advocate for the importance of literature. In January 2021, she founded The Queen’s Reading Room, a charity and online book club working to foster the power and benefits of reading.

When the weather turns cold, those in the know turn to Uniqlo. Aside from offering great all-season basics, the clothing brand is known for its HEATTECH line, which uses a special thermal fabric to retain heat in layering pieces like long-sleeve T-shirts and leggings. And if you're looking for something a little luxurious to cozy into, Uniqlo's 100 percent cashmere line is also popular, with sweaters in pretty much any color and style you can think of.

So, if you have some cold-weather holes in your closet, Uniqlo is a great place to shop, especially during Long Weekend Deals, which runs from October 9 through October 15. While not everything fall-related is included in the sale, it does feature outerwear, knitwear, sweatshirts, flannel, and accessories for women, men, and kids. It also includes select basics, so if you're already a fan of the brand's mini T-shirts, for instance, the promotion is worth checking out. (Or maybe your fall weather just leans more Los Angeles than Buffalo and knit pants aren't on your list.)

Below, take a look at a few of the items marked down in Uniqlo's Long Weekend Deals, as well as some of their other fall pieces, like a fleece pullover that would come in handy on crisp autumn mornings and a cashmere sweater in a trending color for the season.

A Look at Some of Uniqlo's Fall Pieces

When Prince William and Kate Middleton got engaged in 2010, rumors buzzed about which designer would get one of the biggest wedding dress commissions of all time. But instead of a member of the Royal Family or a stylist, the future Queen was directed to a different source for advice: the then-editor–in-chief of British Vogue.

"When Catherine and William got engaged, somebody from her office got in touch with me and said she'd love to have a conversation about potential wedding designers," Alexandra Shulman revealed in her new book, Black Coffee and Red Lipstick: Notes on Living.

The former editor-in-chief added that she "was absolutely thrilled to bits” about being a fashion mentor for Kate’s wedding, but wasn’t allowed to reveal her role in the big day at the time.

"I didn't know how designer-literate she was, because at this point she wasn't wearing McQueen or Erdem," she said. "Try as I might, I couldn't find a single picture of a British designer who had a lovely conventional white dress.”

After speaking with Kate, Shulman said the future princess “asked me who I thought would be best." However, the decision involved quite a lot of diplomacy, and Shulman revealed that there actually “wasn’t a surefire person” for the job.

"I thought Vivienne Westwood would be great, but I thought Vivienne's personality might be hard to marry with the formality of dealing with the royal household,” she admitted.

Shulman said other options were turned down because they were so strongly associated with Princess Diana. "There were the whole tranche of designers who would have been the traditional choices, like Bruce Oldfield or Catherine Walker, but I knew they would be associated with her late mother-in-law, so that probably wasn't going to work," she shared.

Eventually, Shulman decided Sarah Burton, who was the creative director for Alexander McQueen at the time, was the best choice "because she was a woman, and she's got a very strong, but a very gentle personality." After delivering her suggestion, Shulman said "Catherine just nodded and said, 'Thank you'"—and the rest was history.

Hours after Marie Claire's senior shopping editor Cortne Bonilla-Oliva endorsed the "wrong shoe" theory for The A-List Edit newsletter, Sofia Richie Grainge's date-night outfit followed the tutorial to a T.

Did Grainge subscribe to the biweekly celebrity style column before her October 11 outing? We may never know, but one thing's for certain: The way she paired flip-flops with perfect-for-fall trousers is worth noting.

Before grabbing dinner with her husband, Elliot Grainge, her sister, Nicole Richie, and Hillary Duff in Beverly Hills (incredible guest list, IMO) the SRG founder looked casually cool in a fusion of cold- and warm-weather finds.

First, she paired a collarless fur jacket with black wide-leg pants. Because it was 80-degree in LA that day, Grainge got away with wearing black leather flip-flops, an unseasonal it shoe that shows no signs of slowing. To finish the summer-to-fall ensemble, she chose a beige top-handle tote that complemented her cropped shearling coat.

This outfit proved stylist Allison Bornstein's three-year-old "wrong shoe theory" is just as relevant (and wearable) today. According to Bonilla-Oliva, it's "less about wearing something objectively 'wrong' and more about disrupting an outfit's predictability."

For instance, kitten heels or ballet flats might've been more obvious options, but by selecting sandals, she gave an otherwise straightforward outfit an engaging twist.

Grainge is no stranger to the "wrong shoe" theory, either. In fact, she frequently pairs pleated pants with flip-flops from The Row. That said, since 80-degree days are still the norm, take it from Grainge: It's the perfect time to slip open-toe sandals beneath your autumnal trousers.

Flip-flop-friendly forecasts won't stick around for long. So, shop sandals and pants à la Grainge, while you can.

Shop Flip-Flops and Trousers Inspired by Sofia Richie Grainge

We're at that weird time of year when it's still technically warm, but everyone is hungry for moody aesthetics and cozy layers. As a result, I've been writing fall shopping content virtually non-stop for weeks. So far, I've done deep dives into the fall collections of Free People, Amazon, Reformation, Cos, J.Crew, and Aritzia, so I feel extremely qualified to make the following claim: No one's doing it like Shopbop.

I've been impressed with how designers, across the board, have interpreted traditional fall staples this season. But even with a long line of incredibly stiff competition, Shopbop's stocklist stands out.

The e-tailer has pulled together some of the most compelling styles on the market, from the absolute coolest brands (read: Adidas, Heaven Mayhem, Tibi, etc). As a result, I'm now contemplating several different impulse purchases to round out my budding fall wardrobe. Here are the buys worthy of your wishlist.

Beauty routines are integral to getting In The Mood—not for any other person, but for you. Here, get a glimpse into the products, habits, and mantras that help powerhouse women slip into the sexiest version of themselves.

In May, I hopped on a plane and flew to Rome for a special interview with East of Eden star Florence Pugh, who, at the time, was the yet-to-be-announced face of the newly launched Max Mara Eau de Parfum. The fragrance is a Pretty Big Deal—it’s the brand’s first big perfume in over 20 years and the first to launch in partnership with Shiseido. “It actually smells like cashmere,” Pugh tells me as she describes the new scent, which is inspired by Max Mara’s iconic cashmere coat. She’s perfect on-the-nose with her description: with notes of vanilla, tuberose, sandalwood, and cedarwood, the fragrance is a deliciously comforting fall scent.

Now, if you know anything about me, asking about Pugh’s fragrance repertoire wasn’t enough. I needed to secure the details to all of her favorite beauty habits, from the concealer she swears by to the nail color that makes her feel the hottest. All of that, and so, so much go into helping Pugh get In the Mood. Shop her favorites ahead.

Don’t look at your phone too much today. Genuinely, that’s it. It’s hard, though. When I open my eyes, I tell myself not to check it and go make a cup of tea instead.

In the spring and summer I’m shower girlie, but in the winter? Give me a bath. I put salts in, and oils, and balms. There are just so many options.

That thigh-sucking cup for lymphatic drainage has changed my life, but my god, it doesn’t look great in the shower. It’s actually really strange. It also changes color. Using it is just so unsexy, and god forbid anyone walks in on you while you’re doing it. But my god, it makes my legs look good.

Max Mara Eau de Parfum, of course. She’s really feminine. I think, very similar to their coats’ shape and styles, there’s also so much structure there. It’s bold and quietly confident, while still feeling like cashmere skin. It’s a mirror of the coat that’s been so famous for years and I love that I get to wear that on my skin.

I tend to keep it quite fresh and dewy. Ultimately, I always go with the Armani concealer because I really like how makeup sits on my skin. I only touch up my eyebrows ,with a pencil and a brush. I don’t pluck them; I don’t touch them. I just let them be. I use eyelash curlers day and night; I can’t apply mascara without it. They save the day pretty much every day. Then I use a good, old trusty lip pencil, which I can find in any bag I own, and I am a transformed woman. I pretty much keep it quite light.

I love something sparkly. I tried to just a baby pink actually, but I couldn’t quite keep it that simple. That’s ultimately me in a nutshell.

When you’ve have a big day, I actually find taking my makeup off the most important part. I like dedicating time to use my cleansers and balms—getting all of it off and making a big schmush on your face and hot toweling. It’s part of winding down.

The obvious thing is like not giving as much of a shit, but I've been quite good at that in my lifetime. Honestly, I’m really looking forward to having the most fabulous collection of things. I want to have such an epic collection of costume jewelry that there will never be a day where I don’t have something to plug in my ear. I just love when you find something completely random and know that it’s going to be in your life forever. I’m excited about the clothing I’ll collect. Even if it didn’t work on my when I was 27, I hope one day I’ll wear it. Buying things for my future self makes me excited.

You know how Coco Chanel said to always take one thing off before you leave the house? My rule is to put one on. More is more, and it’s fabulous.

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For all our current enthusiasm for matching sets, it’s easy to forget that the idea is hardly new. The twinset—a knit cardigan and its coordinating top—has been around for nearly a century, with early versions associated with Coco Chanel and Pringle of Scotland. It has endured for good reason: Few combinations make getting dressed quite so easy. And when worn separately, both pieces can do plenty of work elsewhere in your wardrobe.

Of course, the twinset has its old-fashioned associations, but designers are finding ways to make it feel entirely current. Think clashing prints, unexpected colors, embellished buttons, and new proportions that swap the traditional cardigan-and-shell pairing for boleros, cropped knits, and even tube tops. Some are playful, others more understated, but all make a convincing case for giving this classic combination another look.

When Prince Harry and Meghan Markle announced they were relocating to the U.K. for an “extended visit,” many people wondered what might become of Meghan’s lifestyle brand, As Ever. The brand was primarily US-based, with no international shipping options and a large emphasis on their Montecito lifestyle. As Meghan continues to grow the brand, her famous herbal teas and candles will be jumping across the pond with her. The Sun’s royal editor Matt Wilkinson has revealed that As Ever will be expanding into the U.K. market.

The good news is that some of the more memorable products will be available in the U.K. “As Ever is expected to sell Meghan’s £11 tins of tea and £50 scented candles,” Wilkinson wrote. “Her £15 limited edition bookmarks, made in the UK with phrases in her handwriting such as ‘Fell asleep here,’ are also set to go on sale.” The bad news is that some of the more iconic items won’t be for sale. “Her jam—or spread—will not immediately be available due to food import and export rules, it is understood. And her flower sprinkles, seen in her much-derided Netflix show With Love, Meghan did not make the transatlantic cut either,” the royal editor revealed.

As Ever describes the spread as “one of Meghan's most-loved spreads to use at home—fresh, dazzling and crave-worthy,” which featured as the mysterious soft-launch for the brand. In 2024, jars of the infamous strawberry jam were sent to a select group of first customers, originally labelled America Riviera Orchard. The spread now comes in three flavour, sold alongside Meghan’s “100% California-harvested” honey.

Without the much-loved jams and flower sprinkles, the collection feels a little hollow. This might be a welcome opportunity to expand the product line to items that are easier to import and sell internationally, allowing the brand as a whole to grow. “As I pinch myself looking at how this brand has grown, and as we introduce our holiday collection, I feel very proud, and grateful,” Meghan recently shared on Instagram. “So proud of what we are creating together. Thanks for helping bring this vision to life.”

Whether it's an Emma Bridgewater mug or a royal tea cup and saucer, Princess Kate is known to take her tea with a little milk and no sugar. She rarely enjoys a drink or any of the food on offer at royal events, but at certain engagements—like tea parties or coffee mornings—she will enjoy a good “cuppa,” always maintaining that royal elegance that she carries off so well. Etiquette expert Laura Windsor praised Princess Kate’s tea party trick in a recent documentary, revealing the etiquette secret that can make you look like a princess.

In an episode of the Channel 5's series Buckingham Palace: A Year in the Life, etiquette expert Laura Windsor shared some royally-approved etiquette tricks to looking the part. "When you're drinking tea, try and look inside the cup because it looks more elegant,” she instructed. “There's nothing worse than sipping your tea with googly eyes, so always look into the cup.” Windsor praised the princess by saying “Princess Catherine does this beautifully. She looks inside the cup, she knows exactly what she's doing and that is all about elegance."

Princess Kate recently showed off these etiquette skills as she hosted a tea party at Windsor Castle last month. Sipping cups of tea from Royal Collection china, Princess Kate shared in an Instagram post, “It was a pleasure to welcome other Three Peaks Challenge participants and their families to Windsor Castle.” The botanical tea set that Princess Kate chose for the occasion is described by the Royal Collection’s website as “the essence of elegance and heritage.”

The Chelsea porcelain tea cup and saucer are a “testament to heritage and artistry” that was “inspired by Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother’s botanical porcelain collection dating back to circa 1750.” These subtle, thoughtful choices—from a heritage china set to modern etiquette rules—show just how much Princess Kate’s elegance shines throughout.

Princess Margaret was well-known for her glamorous lifestyle—who could forget the photograph of her in the bathtub, wearing the Poltimore tiara? She was known to languish in bed until midday and then attend a formal lunch with the Queen Mother at Buckingham Palace. While her reputation as a glamour girl continues decades after her death, her close friend and former lady-in-waiting Lady Anne Glenconner revealed she was a “wonderful friend” with a remarkably down-to-earth hobby.

Ahead of her new book, Trunks & Tiaras: Journeys Through Life with Friends, Family and a Princess, Lady Glenconner revealed to Hello that Princess Margaret was not who everyone thought she was. “I really loved her and she was a wonderful friend to me,” she told Hello. “People said she was spoiled and difficult—I never found that. I just used to be amused,” Lady Glenconner said, before adding that “what people forget was that when she was young, her father was emperor of half the world, so her family was terribly grand.”

Away from the glitz and glamour of palace life, Princess Margaret could relax around Lady Glenconner. Whether she was visiting the Glenconner family’s Norfolk home or vacationing on Mustique—Lady Glenconner and her husband own the infamous island—Princess Margaret was allowed to be herself, and indulge in an unexpected hobby. “She loved cleaning my car and she had a huge pair of yellow Marigold gloves,” Lady Glenconner revealed.

The iconic yellow cleaning gloves, known as Marigolds in the U.K., are a far cry from Princess Margaret’s silk gloves that she wore with ballgowns and tiaras. “I had a chandelier and to my horror, she managed to get that down. I don't know how she did it,” Glenconner remembered. “She started taking off bits, and I said: ‘Well, ma'am, how do you know how to put it together again?’ and she was a bit taken aback, because she'd rather forgotten about that.”

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Prince William and Princess Kate are an unshakeable team, showing time and time again that they share a strong and unbreakable bond. The last few years of ups and downs—including some devastating lows, like Princess Kate’s cancer diagnosis and treatment—would affect any couple, without the pressures of the monarchy resting on their shoulders. As the future King and Queen of England navigate through these highs and lows, one family member has been a key support for them: Princess Kate’s mother, Carole Middleton.

Carole has always been a supportive figure in Prince William and Princess Kate’s life, but she really stepped up when things were looking down. Following Princess Kate’s abdominal surgery and cancer diagnosis, Granny Carole was there to be a steady presence. “She took over helping with the children and the school and the cooking and making food for William and looking after him, too,” royal author Ingrid Seward told Hello. “I think she's a very strong and determined person.”

"Carole is a really helpful, practical and unflappable mother and grandmother. Rather than ask what she can do, she just gets on with it; she's very proactive,” Seward revealed. “When William went back to royal duties after Catherine’s diagnosis, she was doing the school run and probably doing things like filling the freezer with the kids' favourite foods.” Princess Kate has revealed in the past that the children love dinners like cheesy pasta and homemade pizza, which are easy to batch cook and keep in the freezers at Forest Lodge.

"Looking after the three kids would have been absolutely no problem for her whatsoever,” Seward shared, referencing Carole’s experience as a mum of three: Princess Kate, Pippa Middleton Matthews, and James Middleton. “Catherine would have been able to relax in the knowledge that her mother's hand was on the wheel."

Fall has well and truly arrived in New York. I'm personally excited for the change of season because I love a jacket moment. This season in particular, I'm drawn to rich tans paired with cooler tones. I love the mix.

As I packed for Paris Fashion Week, I thought it would be fun to share my edit of the outerwear pieces I'll be taking with me and wearing once I'm back in New York. Right now, I'm focused on pieces that fill a void in my wardrobe but aren't one-hit wonders. I love a statement jacket as much as the next person, but I'm really looking for pieces I can wear year after year.

First up: this dream Khaite leather jacket with the shearling collar detail. Khaite and Prada are my go-to brands for leather. The leather on this one is so soft, but I like that it still reads as a structured jacket. I'm excited to pair it with a velvet pant (I just bought a pair from Róhe) or a raw blue denim.

Next: I have never met a more beautiful trench coat than this one by The Row. The color and fabric feel so luxurious. My look for this trench is a pair of black trousers and the Liisa pump wedges, also by The Row.

I feel like the barn jacket is a hit-or-miss style for people. I personally love them, but I've been looking for a variation that's a bit more refined so I can dress it up. I love this one by The Row. For my everyday uniform, I'm wearing it with jeans or corduroy pants and a ballet flat.

I live in blazers, and my pick for the season is this herringbone wool blazer by Saint Laurent. There really is no brand that does a statement big-shouldered blazer better than Saint Laurent! I'm wearing it with a pencil skirt and pumps to dinner at Le Voltaire. I can already taste those fries!

What ties all of these together for me is that none of them feel precious. They're pieces I'll reach for in Paris, then again in my New York grind, and hopefully for many falls to come. Investing in outerwear is always worth it to me because it's the first thing people see and the last thing you take off. If you're adding one new piece this season, choose the one you can already picture wearing in five years. That's usually the one worth buying.

Nothing gets us more excited than talking about a not-so-little tweakment or a nip-tuck procedure. In the spirit of transparency, Marie Claire’s aesthetics column, Life in Plastic, delivers a first-hand peak into what goes on behind the doctor’s door.

I've wanted a nose job for as long as I can remember.

I'm an Italian girl who inherited nearly every feature from my dad, including the bump on the bridge of my nose. By 16, I was already imagining what I'd look like without it. The irony? My dad had a rhinoplasty himself. Yet whenever I brought up getting a nose job, he refused to weigh in. His response was always the same: "It's your face; you're the one who has to live with it." My mom leaned more toward the "don't do it." But honestly, I'd been thinking about it for so long that their opinions didn't really matter.

If there's one thing I've learned after years of covering cosmetic procedures professionally, it's that everyone has an opinion about your face. Tell someone you're considering rhinoplasty, and you'll inevitably hear some version of "But you're pretty already," or the latest and greatest nose-job comment: "An angel will lose its wings." Whether I changed my nose—or any part of myself with plastic surgery—was never anyone else's call.

While my friends were saving for apartments and designer bags, I was quietly putting money aside for a future nose job. The challenge was never deciding whether I'd do it; it was finding a surgeon I trusted enough to actually do it. A rhinoplasty scared me more than my breast reduction. If something went wrong with my breasts, I could disguise them under a sweater. A nose sits in the center of your face. I couldn't exactly hide it away while I figured out how I felt about it.

I spent nearly a decade researching before I ever booked a consultation. I wasn't looking for a tiny ski-slope nose. I liked my face. I just didn't like one angle. A trendy, copy-and-paste nose would look wrong on me, and I knew it. I wanted my side profile to feel like it belonged to the same person I saw straight-on in the mirror.

I finally booked a consultation with NYC-based board-certified plastic surgeon Adam Kolker, MD FACS. His results looked incredibly natural from what I'd seen (including IRL with Marie Claire Beauty Director Hannah Baxter), and I wanted to know what he could do with my nose. Here's everything that happened with my nose job, from the initial consultation to the final results, eight months after surgery.

My Rhinoplasty Consultation

By the time I walked into Dr. Kolker's office, I wasn't looking for someone to convince me. If anything, I was looking for reasons not to go through with it. His name had come up repeatedly in conversations with former patients and friends in the beauty industry, but I still walked in a little skeptical. Liking someone else's result and trusting a surgeon with your own face are two very different things.

Dr. Kolker has a calm, unhurried presence. He listened far more than any other surgeon I spoke to about my nose, and I felt comfortable asking every question I'd been sitting on for years. My biggest concern wasn't whether he could remove the bump; it was whether he'd try to give me something I'd never asked for.

Specifically, I was terrified of ending up with an overdone profile.

I'd spent more hours than I'd like to admit editing my side profile in FaceTune. And the thing is, my edits were never dramatic. I wasn't pinching my nose into a button or carving out some exaggerated curve. I was mostly just straightening the profile and bringing it in slightly. So when Dr. Kolker pulled up the digital imaging during my consultation, I immediately went looking for one thing: the bridge.

The simulation showed a straighter profile. I felt like he understood how little I wanted to change. Remember, though: the simulated image is not exactly what your nose will look like. It's just there to make sure you and your surgeon are on the same page.

“The goal is refinement rather than transformation, creating a nose that fits the face rather than draws attention to itself,” Dr. Kolker says. Though, as he explains, a smaller change doesn't necessarily mean an easier surgery. “Small refinements require tremendous precision because the margin for error is often narrower.”

I had another concern too. I genuinely liked how my nose looked from the front—specifically how narrow it appeared. I'd heard that reducing a dorsal hump, which is the raised area on the bridge of the nose, could make a nose look wider head-on, which felt like trading one concern for another.

“If you imagine the nose as a pyramid, the dorsal hump represents its apex,” Dr. Kolker explains. “When that apex is lowered, the roof of the pyramid is effectively opened.” Without additional refinement, he says, the bridge can appear wider from the front. To address that, he uses osteotomies—controlled adjustments of the nasal bones—to bring the sidewalls inward and close that opening. “The goal is not simply to reduce a hump, but to create harmony between the profile and frontal views so the nose appears balanced from every angle.”

The more we talked, the more I realized the bump wasn't actually my biggest issue. If I could have kept a slight bump but reduced how far my nose projected from my face, I probably would have been happy. What bothered me most was how far my nose extended outward in profile. In rhinoplasty terms, that's called projection. A projected nose extends farther away from the face; a deprojected nose sits closer to it.

Having a name for that helped me explain what I'd been trying to accomplish with all those photo edits. I wanted my nose to feel a little less prominent every time I turned to the side, without losing the features I liked.

As it happened, Dr. Kolker's office had a last-minute opening three months out. After wanting this for nearly a decade, I took it as a sign. Give me too much time, and I'd find a way to talk myself out of it.

I booked the rhinoplasty before I could overthink it.

Preparing for Rhinoplasty Surgery

A few weeks before surgery, I had a pre-op phone call with one of Dr. Kolker's nurses. After spending years thinking about rhinoplasty, I assumed I more or less knew what to expect. Then I received the pre-op packet. Thorough would be an understatement. It covered everything: which medications and supplements to avoid, which vitamins to take, what to buy before surgery, how to sleep afterward. Suddenly the procedure I'd spent years researching felt very real.

“Rhinoplasty is a process, not just a procedure,” Dr. Kolker says. “The operation itself is only one component of a successful outcome.” Preparation, he explains, helps reduce factors that can complicate recovery, including bleeding and swelling. And the instructions don't stop once you leave the operating room. “A thoughtful recovery protocol helps control swelling, supports tissue healing, and allows the nose to settle as predictably as possible,” he notes.

In the week leading up to surgery, I followed his office's instructions, which included a regimen of vitamin C, zinc, vitamin B complex, and Arnica Montana. I also applied antibiotic ointment inside my nostrils. It was a lot to keep track of, but I liked having specific instructions. At least I knew what I was supposed to be doing to ensure my rhinoplasty was successful.

The Night Before Rhinoplasty Surgery

The night before surgery, I did what my mom jokingly called "nesting." I wasn't having a baby, but I did apparently need my entire apartment in order before anyone could operate on my nose.

After picking up my prescriptions and organizing everything I'd need for the first week of recovery, I deep-cleaned my apartment, washed my sheets, and stocked my bedside table. My boyfriend would be there to take care of me, but I wanted everything ready before we left in the morning.

Rhinoplasty Surgery Day

The morning of surgery started with one final item from Dr. Kolker's pre-op checklist: fresh sheets on the bed. After showering, skipping my usual skincare and makeup, and double-checking everything I'd need for recovery, my boyfriend and I headed to the surgical center.

One of the biggest surprises was how different it felt from a hospital. Dr. Kolker operates out of a private surgical facility, and I was brought back quickly. The staff showed me where I'd recover afterward, and I recognized the nurses and other team members from months of appointments and emails. By surgery day, everyone knew my name, and I knew theirs.

That familiarity helped. My boyfriend received updates throughout the procedure, which lasted about four hours. For someone who had spent so long thinking about this, I was surprisingly calm.

Before heading into the OR, Dr. Kolker came in with a surgical marker and walked through the plan one more time. No overdone slope. No dramatic transformation. As little change to my front view as possible. A softer, less projected profile. I was glad we went over it again, even though we'd discussed those same goals at every appointment. Then it was time.

Immediately After Rhinoplasty Surgery

In the weeks leading up to surgery, one of my most irrational fears had nothing to do with the procedure itself. I was convinced I was going to wake up from anesthesia and say something embarrassing. Once the thought entered my head, I couldn't shake it.

Post-op was completely uneventful. I woke up with a cast on my nose, exactly as expected, and was genuinely surprised to see almost no bruising. Through the swelling, my nose already looked cute. I hadn't needed internal nasal splints, and I could breathe surprisingly well—something I'd assumed would be off the table for a while.

“The need for internal splints depends entirely on the specific maneuvers performed during surgery,” Dr. Kolker explains. “Some patients benefit from temporary internal support to stabilize tissues during healing, while others don’t.” In my case, they weren't necessary.

Mostly, I was just tired. I vaguely remember being very affectionate toward my boyfriend, everyone laughing, and not much else. We got an Uber, went back to my apartment, and I climbed into the clean sheets I'd put on that morning. I slept through most of the rest of the day and took my first antibiotic that night.

Day Two Post-Rhinoplasty

By day two, I kept waiting for the swelling and bruising everyone talks about. Virtually no bruising, very little swelling—I felt fine. Every time I looked in the mirror, I kept thinking the same thing: Really? That's it?

I spent the day taking it easy and sticking closely to Dr. Kolker's recovery protocol. Vitamins, arnica, medications, hydration—I treated it like a part-time job. I don't know how much of my experience came down to luck versus anything else, but I'd prepared myself to look and feel much worse than I did.

Days Three and Four Post-Rhinoplasty

Days three and four were when the swelling finally showed up. This was the peak of it for me, and even then it wasn't nearly as dramatic as I'd expected. My cheeks puffed up, and I called myself a chipmunk for a couple of days. Still virtually no bruising. More importantly, I felt good.

My biggest complaint was boredom. I'd mentally prepared to be stuck in bed feeling miserable, but I could get around on my own and take care of myself. My boyfriend was ready and willing to help. I honestly didn't need much of it. Mostly, I was just counting down the days until the cast came off.

Days Five and Six Post-Rhinoplasty

By days five and six, the swelling had started to come down, and I was officially done sitting inside my apartment. The problem was, I still had a cast on my nose. My solution: I stopped caring.

I took it easy—I wasn't running around Manhattan or squeezing through crowded subway cars. Mostly I was wandering to a few shops near my apartment and walking around the neighborhood. But after those first few days cooped up, I felt so like myself that staying inside was starting to feel harder than leaving. This is New York City—someone walking around in a cast barely registers.

Cast Removal Day

I was far more nervous for cast removal than I'd been for surgery.

By day seven, I'd spent enough time on rhinoplasty forums and TikTok to know that cast-removal day can be emotionally brutal. I'd seen swollen noses and plenty of panicked reactions. I walked into Dr. Kolker's office fully prepared to dislike what I saw and remind myself that results take time.

Then the cast came off, and I was relieved.

Was my nose swollen? Absolutely—it was huge. But I could already see the profile we'd talked about. The bump was gone, my nose looked less projected, and I still recognized myself from the front.

I'd prepared so thoroughly for the possibility of hating it that I hadn't given much thought to the alternative. I actually liked it, swelling and all. I knew it would go down.

Six Weeks Post-Op

At my six-week appointment, Dr. Kolker gave me a small steroid injection to address lingering swelling in my tip and supratip area.

For a few days afterward, my nose looked noticeably more swollen and slightly lopsided. The swelling eventually settled, and everything evened out. My tip still looked swollen, though, and my profile appeared to pinch slightly. I, of course, freaked out. But Dr. Kolker reassured me that it's all part of the healing process and I just had to wait it out. Spoiler: he was right.

Three Months Post-Op

By the three-month mark, the swelling was becoming less noticeable. I still woke up some mornings with one side puffier than the other, and I noticed more swelling after flying. “Uneven swelling is one of the most common and normal aspects of rhinoplasty recovery,” Dr. Kolker says. He explains that differences in tissue thickness and drainage, along with what was done during surgery, can cause the two sides to settle at different rates.

I was getting used to those fluctuations. My nose could look a little different from one morning to the next, but overall, I was happy with where it was heading.

Months Three to Four Post-Op

This is when I started noticing the biggest shifts. As the swelling in my tip went down, it appeared to drop slightly, and my profile started looking straighter.

“The tip of the nose almost always takes longest to settle,” Dr. Kolker explains. During surgery, the skin and soft tissues are lifted from the framework underneath, and the lymphatic and vascular connections need time to reestablish themselves afterward. “While much of the swelling resolves within the first few months, subtle refinement continues for many months thereafter.”

I still had the occasional bout of uneven swelling—especially along the bridge of my nose from front-on—but I could see more definition. This was much closer to the profile I'd pictured during all those years of thinking about surgery, and I was excited.

My Before-and-After Rhinoplasty Results

The Takeaway

I had my surgery in mid-February, and now, nearly eight months later, the teeny tiny things are finally evening out. My nose looks beautiful. I love it, and I'd make the same decision again. But when they tell you rhinoplasty takes a full year to settle, believe them.

I think having such an easy recovery initially made it harder to appreciate how long the rest would take. I felt fine within days. Months later, I was still looking at little areas of swelling and waiting for one side to catch up with the other. Nothing that stopped me from loving my nose, but when it's your own face, you notice.

Even compared to a few months ago, I can see a difference. I'm so happy with how it looks now, but getting here has required more patience than I expected. I spent years researching this surgery, and I still underestimated that part. A year of healing really does mean a year. Dr. Kolker gave me everything I wanted and more, and that leads me to my biggest takeaway: who you choose for your surgery with matters. If you and your surgeon don't share the same vision, they're not the right fit for you. Revision surgeries are extremely common with rhinoplasties, so do yourself a favor and really do your research. When you do, however, you might wind up looking even better than you expected.

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As someone with an affinity for preppy yet practical pieces (think drawstring pants, barn jackets), there is no shortage of J.Crew in my closet. But Eckhaus Latta? Now, that’s a NYC brand—beloved by cool girls for its avant-garde construction and experimental designs—that I haven’t dipped my toes into yet.

So, when news broke that the J.Crew x Eckhaus Latta collaboration “challenged the Rollneck Sweater’s proportions and reconsidered how it could be worn,” I knew it was the perfect time to welcome designers Mike Eckhaus and Zoe Latta to my fall-winter wardrobe.

It's worth noting that the circa-1988 Rollneck Sweater—known for its tubular collar, ribbed cuffs, and figure-swallowing silhouette—has become one of my signature sweaters. I even tested the divisive Tiny Rollneck (spoiler: I loved it). But the J.Crew x Eckhaus Latta Rollneck isn’t a copy-and-paste recreation of the original. Nor is it identical to the debut collaboration between brands back in February 2026.

That’s right, before committing to an entire 27-piece collection—ranging from classic coats and eccentric knitwear to ‘80s-inspired rugby shirts and cool-girl chinos—Eckhaus Latta joined J.Crew's New York Fashion collaboration, featuring five independent designers and their takes on the storied Rollneck shape.

“When we were asked to do [the original Rollneck,] we were like, ‘This garment feels so Eckhaus Latta,’” the co-creative directors tell Marie Claire over email. “Working together on that item was exciting, and both parties really clicked. So when we embarked on the larger collection, the fluidity of approach in designing the first Rollneck just rolled along—pun intended.”

Olympia Gayot, J.Crew's creative director of women’s wear, adds that Eckhaus Latta's first Rollneck sold out almost immediately. “It was clear that people were responding not only to the sweater, but to the creative dialogue between our brands,” she tells Marie Claire. “That success created a foundation of trust and made us curious about what could happen if we expanded the conversation across an entire wardrobe.”

This time around, Eckhaus Latta debuted not one, but three Rollneck Sweaters, each “considered with the same depth of subversion to create something that is familiar but has a twist that gives it the essence of the collaboration,” according to the design duo. “We approached the collection by playing with texture, proportion, and construction, taking familiar J.Crew pieces and shifting them through an Eckhaus Latta lens—that thinking carries through [to] the Rollnecks: a ribbed take on the classic, the return of the Rollneck from this past February in a new colorway, and a matching kids’ version.”

The J.Crew x Eckhaus Latta Rollneck is the darkest Rollneck in my ever-expanding collection, following the tomato red and striped pink-and-brown styles. While this rendition still features 100 percent cotton, it's slightly more fitted. That was a win for me, given most of the Rollnecks in my regular rotation are supersized. Thanks to the blend of charcoal gray, army green, and purple colors, it’s also one of the coolest knits in my closet; every time I wear it, which is quite often because it’s more breathable than other Rollnecks, I’ve gotten compliments.

The uneven pops of purple on each cuff, my favorite design detail, were intentional. “There is an implied unfinished quality that we have explored in our work for years,” the design duo says. “The hand and ease have an everydayness that we strive to have in our garments, so it was a bizarrely natural process reinterpreting J.Crew’s iconic classics.”

I paired the style with the Paneled Mini Skirt, which was a few centimeters too short for my taste, so I added beige biker shorts. To play with pops of purple, I accessorized with my plum bucket bag by Cuyana, letting the sweater-and-skirt do most of the talking.

The non-Rollneck designs—including the pleated skirt—drew inspiration from “a huge box of catalogs and archival materials,” per Gayot. “They came back with an incredible edit from an era of J.Crew that felt a little grunge, a little downtown, and ultimately very cool, while still being rooted in classics,” she says. “Mike and Zoe never treated the archives as something that needed to be replicated exactly—they used them as a starting point, preserving the familiarity and wearability of J.Crew while giving each piece enough tension to make you look twice.”

Lucky for me, Eckhaus and Latta didn’t stop after one Rollneck was ready. Instead, they took the transformation a step further, switching the sweater’s signature stockinette stitch for the softest, most cloud-like cashmere-merino wool blend. I will warn you: It’s the warmest option in my knitwear drawer, but that’s exactly what makes it perfect for late winter looks. I can't wait to battle below 40-degree days in this.

I paired its cool-toned taupe ribbing with the Double-Waisted Chino Pants, which gave a J.Crew Classic (straight-slim chinos) the Eckhaus Latta Look: an extra, unexpected waistband and a higher-waisted fit.

The “Beige Buckhorn” color brought out the Rollneck’s earthy hues, but even on their own, the chinos are the made-for-fall, non-denim bottoms that my closet has been missing. They adapted to my curvy figure: just big enough around the waist to require a belt, but perfect in every other department, including length. (With my five-foot frame, that never happens.)

To finish the outfit on an Eckhaus Latta-esque note, I shade-matched my sold-out, high-vamp ballet flats from J.Crew to a suede, top-handle tote by Mark & Graham. Altogether, the look felt like a muted-meets-daring moment that I would’ve spotted in the campaign, which Eckhaus and Latta described as “a house party where everyone is invited.”

That’s what I appreciate most about the J.Crew x Eckhaus Latta Rollnecks: Setting aside the top-notch materials, bold color combinations, and meaningful reimagining of heritage styles, the collaboration stands out for its versatility. From office-appropriate button-downs and polished pencil skirts to unconventional cardigans and remodeled Rollnecks, there’s something for everyone in the limited-edition line.

“We wanted the collection to feel open rather than prescriptive, with pieces that invite people into our world and give them the freedom to wear them entirely on their own terms,” Gayot says. “Each of these pieces finds that balance between the recognizable and the unexpected, which is what makes the collection so special.”

Sheryl Crow makes one thing very clear on her new album: She'll always be there to “Pick You Up.”

It’s a sentiment the legendary singer-songwriter has shown throughout her career through her tender Americana-inspired music and philanthropy. Especially in recent years, as she’s become an ardent supporter of female musicians who’ve followed in her footsteps, from Olivia Rodrigo to Maren Morris. But on Crow’s new album—titled Pick You Up—she aims to offer optimism amid our distraught political moment with what’s ultimately a collection of protest songs.

“I have to have hope. I mean, I am raising two people,” the Rock and Roll Hall of Famer tells Marie Claire over the phone, while preparing dinner for her sons from her Nashville kitchen. “When you are an artist who's been doing it for a long time, you look at life differently, and it becomes much more personal when you think about the decisions that are being made or ones that your kids are going to inherit.”

The new record—Crow’s 12th studio LP—features songs about topics like political polarization (“Freedom Bus”) and climate change denial (“Flat Earth”), but at its core explores our need for connection (“Pick You Up,” “Freight Train”). She says, “At a certain point, you do start thinking about the little stamp you're leaving behind. Especially if you're raising young people, your footprint does eventually become the motivating factor for the decisions that you make and the things you stand up for.”

The hitmaker, 64, explains she’s tried to foster community and uplift women who’ve come after her, since there weren’t many female rock veterans to champion her and her peers, like Sarah McLachlan and Alanis Morissette, back in the day. “A few years back, there were a lot of statements made around the Grammys about women [needing to “step up”], and it got kind of ugly,” she says. “I look at what's going on now, and so I'm stoked. I'm not even hopeful. I'm beyond hopeful. I'm blown away that some of the best musicianship out there is coming from women.”

“There are so many young women that are making music that inspire me and that make me want to keep going, make me want to keep writing.”

Below, Crow shares which contemporary artists she can’t stop listening to, the classics that she grew up on, and which icon she still wants to collaborate with.

I really, truly wanted to be Stevie Nicks. I got the shag, I had a few scarves, so I felt like I was! The Fleetwood Mac record and Rumours—particularly the Stevie songs like "Landslide" and "The Chain"—there was so much emotion. She, for me, was a beautiful illustration of a feminine artist who had something to say and who could rock, who could have her own.

The thing I love most about her, though—I could not have predicted my life, but I've been fortunate enough to get to know her—beyond what you think she's going to be, she's a true artist through and through. She looks at life as an art. If she isn't writing poetry, she's drawing, she's singing, she's listening to other people's music. She really is a true artist, but she's also very generous. She was a huge mentor and still is a mentor to me. She walks the walk, talks the talk, and she's authentic all the way

She and Linda Ronstadt both—I feel like I've stood on their shoulders a lot. Even Rickie Lee Jones. I don't think Rickie Lee gets enough attention, but she's an incredible artist, as well.

I've done a deep dive into all of Joy Oladokun's work—great writer, incredible voice, and she has a perspective on her journey that a lot of people would relate to.

I love Olivia Rodrigo. I love her like my freaking daughter. I'm so proud of her, and I love her writing. Obviously, it's youthful, so some of it doesn't necessarily pertain to me, but I am always amazed at the way she sees things and the way she's able to put it in an artful way that is clever and bright and intelligent and cutting.

I love Molly Tuttle—love her to pieces. I love everything about her—her musicianship, her writing, her singing. I love her audacity, her courage. She's insanely inspiring. I love Brandi [Carlile]. I love what Brandi stands for. I love her music, the way she really inspires people. There are a lot of young artists that people don't even know, like Larkin Poe. [They're] sisters that are just incredible musicians.

I absolutely love Noah Kahan's last record, [The Great Divide]. He's very open. Joy [Oladokun]'s new record, [Hope Is A Heavy Thing], is this way for me, as well.

They both address having bouts of depression. There was a long time when no one would speak of that. It was very taboo, but they've been so open about it, and I think so many people relate to that, and it gives them a feeling of being seen and not being alone. [Kahan's] music has really done that. His lyrics make you stop and go, "Oh, my gosh, I would not have thought to say it that way, but I love that." It's interesting when you find somebody who is unique in the way they see life, and they're able to bring that to music.

When I was in college, I got to see Stevie on her solo tour, and Joe Walsh opened. There were pivotal moments for me where I walked out going, "That's what I want to do, and that's who I want to be."

As far as productions go, I mean, who didn't want to be on Woodstock? I did get to be on the second and the third Woodstocks, which were very interesting in their own right. I've gotten to play Glastonbury a couple of times, and that was also epically game-changing. When you're on those giant festivals—and you get to see not only peers playing, but you get to see the older generation like Van Morrison— you come away from it feeling humbled, but at the same time, wanting to find a way to leave your mark too.

I have a whole ton of vintage T-shirts that are the originals—from Peter Frampton's concert in Memphis, Tennessee, that I went to when I was 16, I have a vintage Rolling Stones T-shirt. It's got these giant pot leaves on it. It's one of my favorite T-shirts.

My very favorite T-shirt is Willie Nelson. I bought it in a vintage place, and I believe it is from the '70s. I have a picture of him walking on stage with me wearing that T-shirt, with his arm around me. I'm not sure there's anything that gets better than that.

Stevie Wonder. When I was a kid, his and Elton John's music was really the first that I learned because I played piano. I still dig deep into his records, like Intervisions, Talking Book, and Songs In The Key Of Life, and I'm always blown away by his ability to document the moments through that period, the civil rights movement, all of it in such an incredibly inspired way. To me, it's like a masterclass. It's what makes me want to keep writing.

"Yesterday" by The Beatles. It's one of those songs that's super simple, but then it's the most gut-wrenching, memorable song of all time.

"Yesterday" [and] "Blackbird" [by The Beatles], "Can We Still Be Friends," Todd Rundgren, "Someone Saved Me Live Tonight" and "Sorry Seems to Be the Hardest Word" [by Elton John]. I go back to the people who wrote the epic songs that me as a kid felt I was seen in. When you hear a song, and you go, Oh, gosh, I relate to that, or how do they know I even exist? It feels like they wrote that song for me. Those are the ones that you immediately get back in touch with.

I love the old funk stuff that came out of the late '70s. The stuff I grew up with: "Celebration" [by Kool & The Gang] and "We Are Family" by Sister Sledge.

I listen to what's on the radio. I enjoy John Mayer's SiriusXM station, Tom Petty's station, and I listen to the Country Outlaw station a ton. Or sometimes I'll put on yacht rock because it's back, and I know every single song, every lyric from that period—Todd Rundgren, Hall & Oates, Gerry Rafferty, Michael McDonald, all the greats.

My dad used to always say, "It's not having what you want. It's wanting what you have." And that is in "Soak Up the Sun." Every single time I sing it, I think about my dad, who is 95.

Also "Everyday Is a Winding Road," there's a lyric that is, "I feel like a stranger in my own life." That has a lot of meaning for me because I've felt like that periodically. It's a weird thing to grow up loving music and writing, and then suddenly it's less about that and more about the red carpets. It was really hard for me during the height of my popularity, and I did start to feel like a stranger. I couldn't figure out where I fit into my own life. I've had people come up to me throughout the years and say that they relate to that, and I think we all have moments where we do feel like strangers in our own lives.

I think most artists would attest to the fact that when you write, you're pretty selfish—unless you're crafting what you think is going to be a hit with the hit writers. You do write from a place that is very personal, and your life at any given moment informs your art. I think the best songs are not necessarily the hits. They're usually the deep tracks that you're bearing your soul on.

I have a song on this record that's called "Heaven Help Us." I wrote it during the California Fires because my old assistant, who worked for me in L.A., called me and said, "Turn on the TV." The only fire in Hollywood, which was evidently started by arson, was my property. It was a house that I had lived in for 20 years, and it was heartbreaking. After days and days of watching what was happening out there, that experience really inspired the lyric for the song: "That from a burn out tree / A flower finds a bee." We all start over, but it takes forgiveness. Whenever there's a broken heart, the only way to start is with forgiveness.

For me, it is really where I'm at. I look at where we are right now in our humanity, and I think there's going to be a moment where we'll have to take accountability; we'll have to come back to ourselves, the human part of ourselves, and really think about the world that we're leaving for our kids. I'm not going to lose hope about that. I'm looking at everything now going, "How can I be more like Dolly Parton?"

This interview was edited and condensed for clarity.

Prince Harry recently moved back to the U.K. with wife Meghan Markle and their two young children—Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet.

During an appearance in MasterClass's Redefining Grief: Building Resilience Through Loss, Prince Harry reflected on becoming a dad while looking at a photo of Archie and Lilibet holding hands.

"I love this photo," the Duke of Sussex shared with MasterClass (via Hello! magazine). "I took this photo. This was just before Archie's birthday. The two of them, brother and sister, at peace with each other in nature fills my heart."

Prince Harry also revealed, "I'm proud that we've got this far. You know, super happy that I've got two healthy, beautiful, amusing, very funny kids."

However, the royal also noted that there had been some challenges in learning how to become a dad.

"Becoming a father is an emotional rollercoaster," he explained. "I wish I'd known how hard being a father was going to be. But I wouldn't change it for the world."

The duke also revealed the advice he'd have given himself ahead of becoming a dad for the first time.

As Prince Harry shared, "I think the advice I would have given to myself is, 'Hold on tight, because it's gonna be one hell of a ride.'"

The Duke of Sussex got candid about losing his mom, Princess Diana, during his MasterClass appearance, too.

Viewing a photo of the late Princess of Wales, Harry said, "I find myself looking at her and wondering, what is she thinking about what I am doing right now?"

Becoming a dad might have been a challenge for Prince Harry, but it seems as though he's extremely happy with the family he's built.

Throughout her career, Lady Gaga has embraced a plethora of unexpected styles and fashion trends. Now, the new mom appears to be joining fellow pop star Dua Lipa in hopping on the humongous bag trend.

During an outing in San Francisco's Bay Area this weekend, the "Die With a Smile" singer was seen carrying a huge shoulder bag, which would put Mary Poppins herself to shame.

Lady Gaga's XXL bag of choice? BÉIS's The Weekender, which is available in two sizes and features a bottom compartment for storing shoes or extra clothing. While the regular size BÉIS Weekender is $118, The Mini Weekender retails for $108.

Notably, the forthcoming BÉIS x Rare Beauty Collab 2026 features a vibrant pink version of The Weekender, and is likely to sell out super fast.

Gaga paired her luxurious BÉIS bag with her favorite pair of ripped and distressed jeans from RE/DONE and Balenciaga's BB0458S Sunglasses, via @lamaisongaga.

For footwear, the Oscar winner opted for Balenciaga's Camden Diagonal Boots from the fashion house's Spring/Summer 2023 collection, which feature an impressive platform heel.

According to superstars like Lipa and Gaga, 2026 is all about the ridiculously spacious bag trend, so it's probably time to follow suit.

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2026 has been an extremely busy year for Dua Lipa. The superstar tied the knot with actor Callum Turner back in June, and the couple now appears to be settling into wedded bliss. This weekend, Lipa and Turner were spotted taking a stroll with their dog in New York City, and the pop star's outfit did not disappoint.

The key piece in Lipa's sleek autumnal outfit is her Phoebe Philo Big Trench in Sage Cotton, which retailed for $3,900 but has sadly sold out. The long trench coat is the ideal fall coat choice, and even ties into a notable editor-approved anti-trend.

As Marie Claire's fashion editor, Lauren K. Tappan, recently noted, "There's something comforting about having a reliable closet filled with clothes I can wear for years, take good care of, and hopefully pass on to the next generation."