The singer collaborated with Saint Laurent creative director Anthony Vaccarello on the black satin, floor-length gown, which featured cascading ruffles and a sheer lace panel running down the centre. She accessorized with satin opera gloves, a rhinestone-encrusted bird pendant, towering leather platform boots and a gilded horn, alongside a dramatic headpiece complete with a sheer veil. Designed by Stephen Jones, the headpiece featured a crystal-encrusted brooch and a miniature black ship perched on top. Madonna was surrounded by seven women in pastel column dresses, each blindfolded, holding the gown’s cape to create a star-like formation around her.

Her extra-long couture wig, created by renowned wigmaker Merria Dearman, measured 50 inches and combined tousled waves with crimped textures and tightly braided strands.

Madonna’s look references a specific vignette within Carrington’s 1945 painting. While the dominant image in The Temptation of St. Anthony is a towering three-headed figure in a flowing white gown, the composition is layered with symbols tied to the legend of Saint Anthony resisting earthly temptation in the Egyptian desert. Off to one side, Carrington depicts a woman in a flowing black dress surrounded by brightly coloured figures — a scene that closely mirrors Madonna’s Met Gala staging, down to the ship-topped headpiece and horn.

Carrington created the painting in the mid-1940s as part of a competition organized by filmmaker Albert Lewin, who invited artists including Salvador Dalí and Max Ernst to produce works for a planned film. The submissions were judged by figures including Marcel Duchamp and Alfred Barr.

“The picture seems pretty clear to me, being a more or less a literal rendering of St. Anthony, complete with pig, desert, and temptation. Naturally, one could ask why the venerable holy man has three heads, to which one could always reply, why not?” Carrington once said of the painting, according to Sotheby’s auction house.

Formerly owned by the late Lorenzo Zambrano, the painting was auctioned by Sotheby’s in 2021 for approximately $2 million.

Born in England on April 6, 1917 and later based in Mexico City, Carrington developed a singular Surrealist language rooted in myth, mysticism and transformation — a lineage that resonates with Madonna’s long-standing fascination with artists like Frida Kahlo. This also isn’t the first time Madonna has drawn from Carrington’s work; the artist previously served as an inspiration point for the “Bedtime Story” music video, the third single from Madonna’s album Bedtime Stories.

Carrington died on May 25, 2011, aged 94, in a hospital in Mexico City as a result of complications arising from pneumonia, but her work continues to ripple through contemporary culture — now, quite literally, onto the steps of the Met.

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The limited-edition Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu collection features 26 different products with five of the items from the lineup — ranging from a candle to a tote bag — exclusively available to Bath & Body Works loyalty members on May 4 (also known as Star Wars Day), with the full collection landing online and in stores across the US and Canada starting Monday, May 11.

As for the movie itself, Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu stars Pedro Pascal, and is directed by Jon Favreau, continuing the story from the Disney+ series. The film hits theatres across the country on Friday, May 22, 2026.

“We’re thrilled to collaborate with Bath & Body Works to bring the essence of Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu to fans through this inspired collection in a way that feels fresh and unexpected. By blending iconic Star Wars storytelling with world-class fragrance, this collaboration delivers a fresh, sensory experience that lets fans bring their favorite characters into their daily routines,” said Liz Shortreed, Senior Vice President, Americas and Global Softlines, Disney Consumer Products, in a release.

“Fragrance is at the heart of what we do,” said Kristie Lewis, executive vice president of merchandising at Bath & Body Works, in a release. “Our team has deep expertise in translating emotion, personality, and storytelling into scent, and this collaboration allowed us to thoughtfully bring the Mandalorian and Grogu to life in a way that feels authentic to the Star Wars universe while still delivering the high-quality, feel-good fragrance experience consumers know and love from Bath & Body Works.”

What is in the Bath & Body Works Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu collection

The new Bath & Body Works collection introduces two original fragrances inspired by the Star Wars universe: Force Flow and Bounty Hunter. Force Flow features hues of green apple, salted lavender and cosmic sage, while Bounty Hunter features hues of Beskar sea salt, solar woods and protective patchouli.

The collection includes body spray, body cream, 3-in-1 body wash, cologne, 3-wick candles, and gentle foaming hand soap. The new Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu collection features an array of decorative
accessories including stylish tote bags, 3-wick candle pedestals and PocketBac holders.

May the force be with you!

For more information about the new Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu collection, visit
bathandbodyworks.ca.

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The sequel again hails from director David Frankel and screenwriter Aline Brosh McKenna, who back in 2006 adapted Lauren Weisberger’s novel The Devil Wears Prada (based on her actual experience of working at Vogue magazine under Anna Wintour). The film marks the return of Meryl Streep as the formidable Miranda Priestly, alongside Anne Hathaway’s Andi Sachs, Emily Blunt’s razor-sharp Emily Charlton, and Stanley Tucci as Nigel Kipling. And while the all-star core cast alone is enough to draw crowds, the long-awaited sequel doesn’t stop there.

As expected, the Runway universe expands with a parade of familiar faces. You may have already heard that Conrad Ricamora, Sydney Sweeney, and Vogue editor-in-chief Anna Wintour filmed cameo appearances that were ultimately cut from the film film. But, the final version is packed with blink-and-you’ll-miss-it moments from across fashion, film, and pop culture.

In total, 42 celebrities make appearances throughout the film.

Read on for the complete list of every cameo in The Devil Wears Prada 2.

1. Lady Gaga

Lady Gaga makes a cameo as herself near the end of the film, when she does a favour for Runway magazine. Lady Gaga contributed three songs to The Devil Wears Prada 2 soundtrack (2026), including “Shape of a Woman,” “Glamorous Life,” and the trailer song “Runway” (with Doechii). 

2. Donatella Versace

Fashion designer Donatella Versace makes a cameo as herself in the film while having lunch with Emily (Emily Blunt) during Milan Fashion Week.

3. and 4. Stefano Gabbana and Domenico Dolce

The designers behind the Dolce & Gabbana fashion label both make appearances as themselves in the movie.

5. Marc Jacobs

Fashion designer Marc Jacobs is seen showing his new collection to Miranda Priestly (Meryl Streep) at one point in the movie.

6. Brunello Cucinelli

Famed fashion designer Brunello Cucinelli has a cameo appearance in the movie as himself.

7. Law Roach

Celebrity stylist Law Roach appears in the scene for Irv Ravitz’s birthday party.

8. Heidi Klum

Fashion model and TV personality Heidi Klum appears in the scene for Irv Ravitz’s birthday party.

9. Naomi Campbell

Supermodel Naomi Campbell makes a cameo appearance as herself in the movie.

10. Edward Enninful

Edward Enninful, the former editor-in-chief of British Vogue, makes an appearance as himself in the movie.

11. Winnie Harlow

Canadian fashion model and actress Winnie Harlow is featured in the movie while attending Irv Ravitz’s birthday party.

12. Amelia Dimoldenberg

Internet personality and frequent red carpet host Amelia Dimoldernberg appears in the scene for Irv Ravitz’s birthday party.

13. and 14. Jon Batiste and wife Suleika Jaouad

Oscar and Grammy-winning musician Jon Batiste makes a cameo appearance as himself, alongside his wife Suleika, while attending Miranda’s garden party in the Hamptons.

15. Calum Harper

Model and TikTok star Calum Harper makes a cameo appearance as himself in the movie.

16. Ashley Graham

Supermodel Ashley Graham makes a cameo appearance as herself in the Met Gala-inspired event that is featured at the beginning of the movie.

17. Karolina Kurkova

Supermodel Karolina Kurkova makes a cameo appearance as herself in the Met Gala-inspired event featured at the beginning of the movie.

18. Ciara

Singer Ciara makes a cameo appearance as herself in the Met Gala-inspired event featured at the beginning of the movie.

19. and 20. Rory McIlroy and wife Erica

Professional golf star Rory McIlroy plays himself in the movie alongside his wife Erica Stoll.

21. Karl-Anthony Towns

New York Knicks basketball player Karl-Anthony Towns appears in the Hamptons garden party scene filmed at Miranda Priestley’s home. Andy is starstruck after being introduced to him!

22. and 23. Kara Swisher and Tina Brown

Acclaimed journalists and real-life friends Kara Swisher and Tina Brown are both seen attending Miranda Priestly’s garden party in the Hamptons.

24. Jenna Bush Hager

Today Show co-host Jenna Bush Hager attends Miranda’s garden party in the Hamptons during the movie and gets introduced to Andy.

25. Ronny Chieng

Comedian and frequent Daily Show correspondent Ronny Chieng appears in the scene that takes place at Miranda’s home in the Hamptons.

26. Tomi Adeyemi

Author Tomi Adeyemi is featured in the scene that takes place at Miranda’s home in the Hamptons.

27. Vanessa Friedman

The New York Times fashion critic Vanessa Friedman makes a cameo appearance as herself in the movie.

28. Jia Tolentino

The New Yorker writer Jia Tolentino makes a cameo appearance as herself in the movie.

29. Molly Jong-Fast

Journalist Molly Jong-Fast makes a cameo appearance as herself in the movie.

30. Brigitte Lacombe

Acclaimed photographer Brigitte Lacombe makes an appearance as herself in the movie.

31. Amelia Gray Hamlin

Model Amelia Gray Hamlin makes a cameo appearance as herself while attending Irv Ravitz’s birthday party.

32. Anok Yai

Supermodel Anok Yai makes a cameo appearance as herself while attending Irv Ravitz’s birthday party.

33. Hannah Berner

Podcast host and internet personality Hannah Berner makes a cameo appearance as herself while attending Irv Ravitz’s birthday party.

34. Paige DeSorbo

Bravo star Paige DeSorbo, best known for Summer House, makes a cameo appearance as herself while attending Irv Ravitz’s birthday party.

35. Wisdom Kaye

Fashion model Wisdom Kaye makes a cameo appearance as himself in the movie.

36. and 37. Camilla and Carolina Cucinelli

Camilla and Carolina, the daughters of fashion designer Brunello Cucinelli, make appearances as themselves in the movie.

38. and 39. Frederic Aspiras and Sarah Tanno

Frederic Aspiras and Sarah Tanno, the longtime hair and makeup stylists for Lady Gaga, make a cameo appearance as themselves while doing her glam for the Milan Fashion Week event.

40. Marc Glimcher

Famed art dealer Marc Glimcher, the CEO of Pace Gallery, makes a cameo appearance as himself in the movie.

41. Richard Kirshenbaum

Branding expert and author Richard Kirshenbaum makes a cameo appearance as himself in the movie.

42. Adam Pendleton

Contemporary artist Adam Pendleton makes a cameo appearance as himself in the movie.

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Radiant and warm, the new gourmand perfume smells like tropical fruit, sunlit petals and warm vanilla. Juicy and bright with a tart tang, passionfruit notes lead the way with an almost electric sweetness that borders on flirtation. Creamy, velvety-soft floral frangipani notes soon follow, adding a sunny disposition, while gooey vanilla-bourbon notes complete the eau with a smooth, golden finish. The overall effect is layered, inviting and softly intoxicating.

The bottle captures this mood perfectly. Curved and sculptural in ruby-toned glass with pink-gold accents, it feels sleek, sensual and chic, while slightly decadent—all very on brand. Afterall, since 1981 the Emporio line has built its reputation on understated glamour with a metropolitan feel, and that unmistakable Italian ease that always looks expensive but is never overworked. Very Armani.

Emporio Armani Power of You Eau De Parfum, $98 for 30 ml, $136 for 50 ml, $187 for 90ml, available at Sephora. 

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No, this is different. We’re using Sliick’s At-Home Microwave Waxing Kit and it’s so good and easy to use it makes the case for ditching our local aesthetician. 

Specifically designed to bring salon-style waxing home—minus the intimidating learning curve—this DIY hair-removal system uses hard wax pellets that melt in the microwave. The pellets themselves are worth noting. For one, they’re purple. They’re also small and their uniform size helps them melt evenly into a smooth, honey-like consistency, rather than the clumpy texture many of us equate to at-home waxes.

To heat them, all we have to do is pour our desired amount of wax pellets into the silicone cup included in the kit and pop it into the microwave. Set the timer for 45 seconds, remove the cup, stir the wax and pop it back into the microwave for additional 45-second intervals as needed. The wax should have a thick, caramel-like consistency. If it drizzles easily from the spatula (also provided in the kit), it’s ready.

Once the pellets have melted, with the spatula, apply a thin layer of the wax in the direction of the hair growth, allow it to cool until pliable. Because the wax grips our legs, arms, underarm and bikini hair only, not our skin, it makes the removal process gentle.  Simply lift the edge of wax up and pull it off your skin against the grain. Toss the wax into the bin and admire your long-lasting smooth skin. Word to the wise: after waxing, avoid heat, exfoliation and skincare containing active ingredients for 24 hours. Then, bare whatever hair-free body parts you dare. 

Sliick At Home Microwave Waxing Kit, $19.99, available online at www.sliickshop.com

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