20 Lessons on Finding (and Staying in) Love from This Dreamy Instagram Feed

Alli Hoff Kosik
Nov 07, 2016

In 2015, Detroit native and self-proclaimed hopeless romantic Brooklyn Sherman launched The Way We Met — a Web site and Instagram feed dedicated to sharing true love stories. In just over one year, she has received over 10,000 submissions and has racked up almost 400,000 followers.

Sherman was inspired to launch the account after a terrible breakup from her boyfriend of six years. “It was like the love from The Notebook,” she says of the relationship that first broke her heart. Her friends knew that she had survived a major split and turned to her for advice when their own relationships went south. She took her expertise to a blog and ultimately developed her interest in love into The Way We Met.

“I want to post stories that make readers rethink what they already know,” Sherman says. One of her favorite parts about her work is the opportunity to learn about new cultures and the challenges that couples face after their first meeting.

Sherman also takes pride in inspiring her readers to make in-person connections. While there are many success stories from online dating, she believes that, when it comes to finding relationships, people tend to be disengaged from those around them. Positive comments from her online community remind Sherman that her work has an impact as long as she is helping people open their minds about love. “It sounds cliche, but love really is the most important thing,” she says.

Scroll down for 20 love stories — and the lessons they’ve taught us — from The Way We Met.

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"A year ago I met him in an Uber Pool. I was skipping out of work to go to an acupuncture appointment and he was headed to the airport. Turns out we lived two blocks away from each other. He's a dream."

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1. It never hurts to say hello to your fellow Uber Pool riders. Renee and Blake lived just two blocks away from each other, but it took a chance meeting in the back of an Uber to bring them together.

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"I was working at a homeless shelter at the time but decided to get a side job to make some extra money. It was during Christmas time and I landed a gig working at an ornament/ ugly sweater kiosk at the mall. A month into it, I noticed Rico working at the kiosk next to me fixing cell phones. We caught each other's eyes and then quickly looked away. This game continued for the next couple of days until I finally decided to make a move. I put on an ugly sweater, walked over to him, and said, "Do you think I can pull this off?" He replied, "Definitely." And we haven't spent a day apart since. I have the best husband in the world."

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2. True love sees the beauty in an ugly sweater. Scarlet was working part-time selling ugly Christmas sweaters and tree ornaments at a mall kiosk. Rico — who worked at the neighboring phone repair kiosk — caught her eye, and after a few days of silent flirting, Scarlet threw on an ugly sweater, walked up to him and asked, “Do you think I can pull this off?” He obviously said yes, and they’ve been together through the good, the bad and the ugly ever since.

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"I was best friends with George for 10 years before we started dating. We met in High School and developed a really special friendship over the years. I always felt more comfortable telling George things than anyone else I knew. He became my most trusted companion and we hung out all the time. People who didn't know us always thought we were dating. When we went our separate ways for college, we didn't talk as much anymore but our friendship remained just as strong. George was always there for me after every bad relationship ended to help me pick up the pieces. I would often say to people, "I think friends can be soul mates, I really think George is mine." It was odd how we would say the same thing at the same time and always knew what the other person was thinking. I always knew how much George meant to me, but it wasn't until after my Mom got remarried that I started to look at him in a different light. The day of my Mom's wedding I came down the stairs and he looked up at me with a big smile and said, "You look beautiful baby," and then kissed me on the cheek. I don't know why but something about that moment has always stuck out so strongly to me. The rest of the evening I kept staring at him and thinking about how handsome he is, what a gentleman he is, and how much I care about him. We danced with each other all night and I realized how perfectly we fit together. It felt like home. After that, it took a couple weeks of nervous deliberation but we finally decided we wanted to be together. It's crazy to think that my soul mate has been with me this whole time, I just wasn't ready to accept it yet."

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3. Friendship can be the best foundation. George and Brianna were best friends for a decade before they redefined their relationship. After 10 years of supporting each other through breakups, they started seeing their friendship in a different light at Brianna’s mom’s wedding. “It’s crazy to think that my soulmate has been with me this whole time,” Brianna says. “I just wasn’t ready to accept it yet.”

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"We met on the freeway! Yes, you read that correctly and no, I'm not making this up. 25 years ago I was driving on the 5 freeway in Santa Clarita when I saw a beautiful woman driving a yellow jeep with the top down. Her long curly permed hair was blowing in the wind (keep in mind it was the 90's, so perms were very cool.) I later found out that she worked for a car dealership and was driving across town to trade cars with another dealership. I was driving a Toyota Tacoma and had my big chow dog, Bear, in the passenger seat. We were driving 60 mph when I yelled out, "Are you married or do you have a boyfriend?" She said no. Then I asked her for her number and she shouted it across the freeway. Since it was before cell phones existed, I had to memorize the number until I exited the ramp and could write it down. I concentrated really hard and kept repeating it in my head. I called her that night and we went on our first date the next day. We were married four years later. We've now been married for 22 years but are as hopelessly in love with each other as we were the first day we met."

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4. Pay attention to the road. Even highways can be romantic. In case you needed ANOTHER reason to keep your eyes off your phone and focused on the road — these lovebirds met 25 years ago on the 5 Freeway in California. He was driving at 60 MPH down the highway with his dog in the passenger seat when he yelled out to a beautiful blonde in a yellow SUV. “Are you married or do you have a boyfriend?” he shouted. When she yelled back that she was single, he asked for her phone number and memorized the digits she shouted back until he could get off the road and write them down. They’ve been married for more than 20 years.

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"I met my husband on Twitter. Why am I telling you this? 1. It's an epic story. 2. Because it shows that true love will find you when you're ready to receive it. When I was in a place of self-love, that's when the Universe brought us together- and via Twitter of all things. So yes, love WILL find you. You just have to do the prep work to help it find you. And by prep work I mean self-love. P.s. We sent each other these photos prior to ever meeting in person."

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5. Sometimes 140 characters is all you need to make an impression. We all know there are hundreds of apps specifically designed for dating out there, but Ruby and Kevin met on Twitter! They sent these adorable photos to each other before they even met in-person. Today, they’re happily married.

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"Our story starts before we were born. Our grandparents went to high school together and were best friends. They grew up and had kids- our parents- who also became best friends. So I technically met my fiancée when she was four and I was only a couple months old. As kids, our families would get together and our parents would force us to take pictures together. I remember I would push my brother out of the way just so I could stand next to her for the photo. Then as teenagers we dated for two years and when I was 17, I went and bought the engagement ring. When I arrived at her house with the ring in my pocket and the speech prepared in my head, she broke the news to me that she wasn't ready for that kind of commitment. So we split up and went our separate ways. I tried selling the ring but no one would buy it. We were both involved in other relationships over the years, but somehow would always find ourselves drifting back to one another. A little over a year ago she surprised me in Nashville and we spent the weekend together falling in love in a whole new way. Then a couple months later she asked me to move to Florida and I did. Now I'm 22 and she's 27 and we're engaged. I finally get to live out the same dream I've had since I was a little kid- to wake up next to her every morning."

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6. A good love story can start with your grandparents. Jake and Jess grew up having their grandparents — who were best friends in high school — force them to take pictures together. “I remember I would push my brother out of the way just so I could stand next to her for the photo,” Jake says. They started dating as teenagers. Though they spent a few years seeing other people, they fell back in love when Jess made a surprise visit to Nashville. Ten years after a teenage Jake bought a ring for his high school sweetheart, the two finally announced their engagement. We’re sure their families were very happy to hear the news!

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"It was just another day. Same routine. I was forced out of bed by my annoying alarm clock after pressing snooze a million times. I brushed my teeth, showered, and fixed my hair. I made my egg whites and toast and was out the door. Work was the same. Things don't change much in lab environments. But I didn't take a lunch break that day. I worked through it instead, which allowed me to leave work earlier than usual. I always went to the gym at 6 PM so I usually saw the same crowd. But on this day, I got to the YMCA at 3:30 PM. I walked downstairs to the weight room and was excited that it wasn't as packed per usual. That's when I saw her. She was standing next to the mirror doing some kind of exercise. I can't explain it, but I was instantly drawn to her. There was just something different about her. I finished my workout and looked for her afterwards, but she had already left. I went home that day with a lot of regret. I kept thinking to myself, "I should have spoken to her" and "what if I never see her again?" The next day I skipped lunch and left work early again. I went to the gym at 3:30 PM, but she wasn't there. I was very disappointed. The next day, I did the same thing as the previous two. Twenty minutes into my workout routine, she walked in! We locked eyes and smiled. I called my best friend who encouraged me to ask her out, but I didn't want to be that creepy guy at the gym. I knew I had to make an exception. The next morning I jumped out of bed before my alarm went off. Just the possibility of seeing her again made me excited. I packed a lunch, went to work, and was at the gym at 3:30 on the dot. She was too. We exchanged our awkward stare and smile routine and then I pretended to work out for 20 minutes while contemplating how to approach her. “Hey, how are you?” No, that's stupid. “Hey girl, what's going on”? Okay, that's not me. “Hello.” Really, Hello..??? Finally, I marched up to her and said, "Hey my name is Hamza, what's yours?" (Really?? Okay, I guess I'm going with it.) It was all a blur after that, but I left with a name and phone number. I spent hours planning our first date until I came up with a night that I thought was worthy of Rojeen."

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7. Change up your routine. Hamza first saw Rojeen on a night when he happened to arrive at the gym two and a half hours earlier than usual. He was drawn to her immediately, and he stuck with his new workout schedule for a few more days until he finally saw her again. He didn’t miss the opportunity to ask for her number this time! Don’t forget to switch up your workouts and your schedule — you never know who you’ll meet.

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"I met my husband on a hike and we ended up talking for hours. We dated for a year before my mother decided he wasn’t right for me. She never approved of him because he was a Christian. When I refused to break up with him, she kicked me out of the house and took everything from me. She went into my bank account and pulled out all of my money, saying she'd only give it back if I left him. She was controlling and mentally abusive to me my whole life. So I decided to finally walk away from her and into the arms of someone who truly loved me. I left behind all of my things. I knew that this man would be my husband and was the love of my life. I knew he cared about me and would protect my heart. We dated for three and a half years before we got married. My mother didn’t come to the wedding, but it was still the best day of my life. Don't get me wrong, these challenges have not been easy. Choosing to walk away from biological family was the hardest decision I've ever had to make. But family isn't always blood. Sometimes you have to create your own family who will love you and treat you the way you deserve. That's what I did and I've never looked back. I love my husband more than anything."

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8. Your family may not approve. If you thought that meeting your S.O.’s parents went badly, think again! Kimothy and Dwight met on a hike, and their relationship continued to be an uphill climb thanks to Kimothy’s disapproving mother. Due to Dwight’s religion, Kimothy’s mom insisted that the two break up, and when her daughter refused, she kicked her out of the house and cleared out her bank account. Three and a half years later, Kimothy’s mother did not attend their wedding. “Choosing to walk away from biological family was the hardest decision I’ve ever had to make,” Kimothy says. “But family isn’t always blood. Sometimes you have to create your own family who will love you and treat you the way you deserve.”

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"In 2011, I ended a terrible relationship. I came up with the idea to go on 100 different dates with 100 different people and write a book about it. And I did! I met each of the men at coffee shops and drank 100 cups of cocoa over about a year and a half. Most of the dates were awful. There was the guy who wore shorts in the middle of November in Chicago because he deemed pants "too formal" for a first date. Another date where the man was on his cell phone the entire evening. And then there was the guy who walked out of the restaurant when I said I was a democrat. The list of misses goes on and on. Until I met Drew. He was Date #100 and the end of my search for love. He was funny, intelligent, and intriguing. Our first date was almost eight hours long. We were married this past spring and everyone used my now published book as the guest book at our wedding shower. We recently welcomed a beautiful baby boy in October. I wrote my own love story and it has the perfect ending."

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9. There’s power in numbers — and in never giving up. When Laura ended a bad relationship in 2011, she decided that instead of stalking her ex on social media, she would write a book about going on 100 dates with 100 new people. After enduring 99 bad dates — including a guy who walked out of the restaurant when he found out her political affiliation — Laura met her now-husband Dave on the one-hundredth date. “I wrote my own love story and it has the perfect ending,” Laura says.

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"It just so happens that we found each other in the ocean doing what we love. I accidentally hit him in the head with my board while surfing. I was a beginner at the time and as I was riding a wave, I jumped off and failed to grab my board. So I went one direction and my board went the other- straight for his head. Sometimes people don't know what love is until they're hit over the head with it."

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10. Accidentally injuring someone may give you a great excuse to talk to them. As a beginner surfer, Alexis jumped off her board in the middle of a wave, while her board went the opposite direction and hit her now-S.O. in the head. “Sometimes people don’t know what love is until they’re hit over the head with it,” she says.

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"Three years ago, it was just another day as I stopped at Publix on my way home from work to pick up some groceries. After checking out, I walked out of the store and unlocked my white Jeep Cherokee. As I was walking towards my car, I noticed the rear door on the passenger's side was open, and there was a guy standing behind it. At first, I thought he was trying to steal my car or rob me. But when I got a little closer, I noticed he was actually unloading his groceries into it. I was scared as I hesitantly approached him and said, "Um hi." He said, "Hi," and looked at me as if I was the one out of place and continued to unload his groceries. Then I said, "Um, this is my car." He laughed at me like I was crazy and replied, "No, it's not, it's mine." I hit the lock button on my car keys to show him that it was definitely my car. His face turned white as he looked around completely disoriented. He apologized and explained that he had the exact same white Jeep Cherokee. He clicked the lock button on his own keys, and realized that his car was parked right next to mine. We both felt so awkward that we just started laughing. To make light of the situation I said, "You can leave your groceries though, I'll be happy to take them." He responded, "Only if you're going to make me dinner with them." A few weeks later, I made him dinner at my place and the rest is history. People don't always believe us when we tell them our story, but we can't make this stuff up. It was just meant to be."

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11. Matching cars today, matching sweatsuits tomorrow. Tiffany was bringing her groceries out to unload in her car when she noticed a guy standing behind her white Jeep Cherokee, putting his own grocery bags into the trunk. After exchanging a few awkward words, she and the man realized they had the exact same car parked in neighboring spots. Tiffany laughed the situation off and said, “You can leave your groceries, though. I’ll be happy to take them.” He responded, “Only if you’re going to make me dinner with them.” A few weeks and a homemade meal later, the two were a couple!

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"The first time I saw Michael was from across the dance floor at Atlanta's Heretic Bar. Without even thinking, I marched right up to him and said, "You're the hottest guy in here." And just like that, turned and walked away. Before the night was over, we exchanged numbers, and by the end of 2006, we were a couple. Finding love in Atlanta is pretty rare for gay couples, so we had no idea that a night of dancing would turn into a lifetime together. Two days later, I called him and we talked on the phone for hours. We discovered that we both prefer the simple life. A day just doing laundry and watching television was perfect. We both loved music, especially pop. And we both had the same dreams of traveling the world. It wasn't long before we decided to move in together. We considered ourselves a married couple and lived our lives as such long before the Supreme Court legalized same-sex marriage. We knew that legal or not, we'd spend the rest of our lives together. In October 2015, I had an idea and reached out to Power 96.1 FM asking them to help me propose to Michael during the gay pride parade. The radio station was on board and invited us to ride their float during the parade. During a stop at Sixth and Peachtree street, that's when I got down on one knee. I told Michael, “With you every day is an adventure. Every adventure turns into a journey and I want that journey to last a lifetime. Will you marry me?” Michael said yes. It was an incredible moment. After that, everyone wondered how we would top the proposal, and in time, the solution came to us. We heard about Generation Tux's contest for a once-in-a-lifetime chance to tie the knot on New Year's Eve in Times Square in front of millions of people. We quickly put together a video explaining why we deserved to be "2016's First Couple." After rounds of interviews, we were chosen as one of the two finalists. When I received that email, I read it six times because I just couldn't believe it. We didn't end up winning the contest, but as runners-up, we were able to say our vows in a ceremony during the celebration. After 10 years together, it was the perfect fairytale ending." (📷: Sarah Zimmer Photography)

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12. Don’t be afraid to be direct. Alexander didn’t think twice when he walked up to Michael at an Atlanta bar and said, “You’re the hottest guy here.” They exchanged phone numbers before the night was over. In 2016, they were voted runners-up in a contest to be 2016’s First Couple, and said their vows in Times Square on New Year’s Eve after one decade together.

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"I was working as a bartender at the time and had just gotten off work. I decided to drive through Downtown Fredrick, which was a terrible idea considering it was midnight on a Thursday. I was driving down Market Street when I saw flashing red and blue lights come on behind me. I pulled over and waited as a male cop proceeded to my window. He asked me to step out of the car since there was a strong smell of alcohol on me. I tried to explain that I had just spent the day pouring liquor, but he wasn't having it and demanded I do a field sobriety test. Before I knew it, the sidewalk was full of cops. That's when I decided it was a good time to make a joke, which only one cop thought was funny. I passed my field sobriety test with flying colors but had to stand with the rest of the cops for a minute as paperwork was filed. That's when Danny and I hit it off. However, being the professional he is, he didn't ask me for my number or even my name for that matter! So I really thought that was the end of that. But I was wrong. He coincidentally showed up to the bar I worked at the next night and we've been inseparable ever since. We're expecting our first baby girl in August and can't wait to tell her the story of how daddy almost falsely arrested mommy."

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13. If you get pulled over while you’re driving, being nice to the police officer can do more than get you out of a ticket. Maribeth was driving home from her job as a bartender when she saw flashing lights behind her and pulled off to the side of the road. She still smelled like booze from the bar, and even though she tried to explain to the officer that she had not been drinking, she was asked to step out of the car and take a sobriety test. Maribeth really hit it off with one of the officers on the scene, but in the name of professionalism, Danny did not ask for her phone number until the next day, when he showed up at her bar to see her again. “We’re expecting our first baby girl…and can’t wait to tell her the story of how daddy almost falsely arrested mommy,” Maribeth says.

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"You know what's awesome? Being married. You know what's even more awesome? When you end up literally sitting next to your future wife on an airplane. That's exactly how Natalie and I first met on June 19th, 2005 on American Airlines Flight #638. I sometimes try to list the number of coincidences that had to happen in order for me to end up sitting next to the future mother of my 2 children on an airplane full of at least 150 other strangers. But then my brain starts to hurt, so I just walk over and kiss Natalie on the forehead instead. It's like life shoved us together and said, "You know what? I'm going to save you both a lot of time and heartache. Boom. Here you go. Your life partner. The end. Forever and ever, happily ever after, and all that crap. Now leave me alone." 10 years and 2 kids later, life was totally right. I could sit here and provide you with a story full of rich details and sentences that sound like they're straight out of a Nicholas Sparks novel, but that would probably require me to also take a photo with Natalie where I'm wearing a cowboy hat and our foreheads are pressed together while the sun sets on a vineyard or something. And, honestly, the most important parts of the story remain the same: 1. Two strangers meet on an airplane and spend the 2 1/2 hour flight talking, laughing, and flirting. 2. Over the course of 4 years, they talk some more, laugh some more, argue a few times over the dumbest things, and fall in love. 3. They have a small, intimate wedding ceremony at New York's City Hall. 4. They have 2 beautiful children. 5. For the rest of their lives, they'll talk, laugh, argue, and fall in love some more. 6. Natalie buys Mickey a Range Rover. *** 7. The end Sincerely, Mickey Fuertes *** Full Disclosure: this has not happened. But I'm hoping Natalie gets the hint."

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14. Don’t be so quick to put in your earbuds when you get on a plane. Natalie and Mickey met on a plate in 2005. Mickey tells the story best: “I sometimes try to list the number of coincidences that had to happen in order for me to end up sitting next to the future mother of my two children on an airplane full of at least 150 other strangers. But then my brain starts to hurt, so I just walk over and kiss Natalie on the forehead instead. It’s like life shoved us together and said, ‘You know what? I’m going to save you both a lot of time and heartache. Boom. Here you go. Your life partner. The end. Forever and ever, happily ever after and all that. Now leave me alone.'”

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Mr. and Mrs. Kuroki lived in neighboring towns and were married in 1956. They bought a dairy farm in rural Japan, had two children, and lots of cows. They were happy. After 30 years of hard work on the farm, and both of their children fully grown, the couple had planned to retire and spend their days traveling. However, when Mrs. Kuroki was 52-years-old, she lost her eyesight over the span of a week due to complications with her diabetes. She withdrew from life on the farm and became isolated and depressed. In a bid to make his wife smile again, Mr. Kuroki spent the next two years planting a scented carpet of pink flowers outside their front door. He knew she couldn't see the flowers, but he hoped that she could smell them. He planted thousands of flowers, converting their once dairy farm into a aromatic blanket surrounding their home. Slowly, Mrs. Kuroki began to come out of the house again to enjoy the garden. Nearly a decade later, the beautiful pink garden attracts a constant stream of visitors from surrounding towns – often around 7,000 a day in spring. And Mrs. Kuroki can often be seen walking around the garden with her husband and a huge smile on her face. The visitors flock not only because of the beautiful flowers, but because of the epic love story behind them.

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15. True love can overcome the senses. After 30 happy years of marriage, Mrs. Kuroki lost her eyesight due to complications from diabetes. She and her husband had planned to travel the world together, and instead, Mrs. Kuroki became depressed and withdrawn. For two years, Mr. Kuroki worked to plant thousands of flowers in the land he had once farmed outside their home to encourage his wife to come out of the house. His efforts paid off, and in addition to Mrs. Kuroki, thousands of visitors now enjoy the beautiful blooms and the story behind them.

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"A few minutes before noon on April 15, 1986 I hurried out of my office, slightly late to meet my friend Jim. I told the receptionist, “out to lunch" walking toward the elevator lobby. I pushed the down button and anxiously waited for one of the eight sets of doors to open. Ding! I stood in front of the opening doors. A young woman squeezed out of the crowded elevator, and I stepped back to let her off before entering. She smiled politely and turned to walk toward reception. She was the most beautiful woman I’d ever seen. Enormous gray-green eyes. Flowing blue dress. Just wow. Another man in the elevator leaned out to watch her walk away. I took a step forward to enter the elevator, then stopped. Fortune favors the bold. I then turned and walked back toward reception as she asked to speak to one of the lawyers, apparently a distant relative. I mentioned that I was heading that way and offered to escort her to his office. Within a few minutes, I had finagled an invitation to join them for lunch. Of course, I’d be standing up my friend Jim at the restaurant. He’d understand. Lunch was amazing. I couldn’t take my eyes off of her. She was smart, funny, and charming. A few days later, after our first “official” date, I knew she was The One. After our second date, I knew we we would get married. After our third date, we were essentially living together. The truly miraculous part is that we ever even met because our lives did not intersect in any way. My wife was from Decatur, Illinois and lived in Evanston, Illinois. She was a professional singer-dancer who worked at night and rarely came downtown. I was from a northern suburb of Chicago, living and working as a lawyer downtown. There was absolutely zero overlap in our lives. No one I knew, knew anyone she knew. If she’d caught one more stoplight, or if I'd left my office 15 seconds earlier, or if any one of the seven other elevator doors had opened a half-second earlier, I would have never met her. On our 25th anniversary, we went back to 180 N. LaSalle Street in Chicago and took a photo at that same 34th floor elevator with our four grown kids. True story."

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16. Be polite on elevators — but not too polite. In the mid-eighties, a man was rushing out of his office to meet a friend for lunch when he saw “the most beautiful woman I’d ever seen” squeeze out of the crowded elevator. He stepped out of the way to let her through and got onto the elevator himself. Before the doors closed, though, he rushed out of the car and in the direction of the pretty stranger. He said hello and scored an invitation to join her for lunch. Thirty happy years later, we’re pretty sure that his original lunch partner has forgiven him for ditching their appointment.

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"This is the story about how a woman from Australia fell in love with a man from Zimbabwe: I agreed to go dancing in the park with some friends the night I met Fini. I must say dancing underneath the moonlight was a pretty magical way to meet. Before even learning each other's names, we were embracing, smiling, and laughing as we awkwardly attempted to dance together and make small talk over the loud music. It turned out Fini was about to start his student placement at the same hospital I was working for at the time. We began a friendship which lasted for about 2 weeks and then it was on. However, like all relationships, ours hasn't been all smiles and laughter. Being that we both come from different countries, cultures, and backgrounds, we knew we were bound to face some challenges. I lost "friends" who held ignorant prejudices against us and disapproved of our relationship. And at one point, Fini faced deportation due to visa complications. But with every obstacle, we grew closer. We knew that the love we shared was worth fighting for. And so fight we did. I even killed a chicken during dowry negotiations and became a vegetarian to prove my love to Fini's elders. Now 7 years and 2 children later, we're still completely in love. What the world needs to know, especially right now, is that no one is born hating another person. People learn to hate, and if they can learn to hate, they can also be taught to love. Whenever I travel to Zimbabwe, I feel so blessed that I get the opportunity to know my husband a little bit better. The more I understand his roots, the more I appreciate him. I wish everyone could see that it's our differences that make life so interesting and unique. Our son Austin was born with autism and through greater understanding, we have learned how to celebrate all the good that neurodiversity has to offer. Fini and I always choose love and understanding over fear. And together we have witnessed many miracles."

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17. Love overcomes differences in culture and background. Ellen (who was from Australia) met Fini (who was from Zimbabwe) dancing under the moonlight in a park. The two had immediate chemistry and learned that they would soon be working at the same hospital. Ellen and Fini have faced challenges over the years due to their different backgrounds, including lost friends, visa complications and dowry negotiations that required Ellen to kill a chicken. “Fini and I always choose love and understanding over fear,” Ellen says. “And together we have witnessed many miracles.”

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"I was 16 and heading home from cheer practice when I realized I couldn't go another day without shaving my legs. I stopped by the grocery store to pick up a razor and ran into Alex, a friend of mine from school. Alex was picking up some groceries with his older brother John, who I felt an instant connection with. I reached out to Alex that night and asked him to play matchmaker. Sure enough, John was interested in me too! A week later we became official and have been inseparable ever since. Our relationship has now been going strong for 6 years. I couldn't be more thankful to have spent those years growing up with him, loving him, and being loved by him. Ladies, never forget that even in the most mundane places, you can find the love of your life"

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18. You can meet the right person in the most ordinary places. When she was 16, Mikayla ran into her friend Alex at the grocery store, where she was making a last-minute trip to buy a razor. “I realized I couldn’t go another day without shaving my legs,” she says. Alex was there with his older brother, who Mikayla was immediately crushing on. Within a week, they were a couple, thanks to Alex’s matchmaking skills and Mikayla’s commitment to clean-shaven legs!

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"I met my amazing husband in a not so romantic way; in line for the bathroom at a bar in Santa Monica. I really had to go, so he offered to let me cut in line and use the men’s restroom while he stood guard. Afterwards, he ordered a glass of wine for me and my sister, and I gave him my business card. It took him 4 weeks to muster up the courage to kiss me, but only another 4 weeks after that to propose. My happily married parents were engaged after only 6 weeks of knowing each other, so their response when I told them I was engaged to a man I had only known for 8 weeks was, “What took you so long?” We were married exactly one year after we met, to the day."

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19. Even the most un-romantic stories can have happy endings. Darianne and Ben met in line for the bathroom at a bar in Santa Monica. Ben was nice enough to let Darianne jump in front of him to use the men’s room and, as if that wasn’t gentlemanly enough, he bought her a drink later that night. They had their first kiss one month later, and just four weeks after that, they were engaged.

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"As someone who called off her destination wedding 1 month before the date, trust me when I tell you to always trust your instincts. Listen to that inner voice when it tells you something doesn't feel right despite external pressures and expectations. In 2012, I was about to graduate college when I first spotted Dan at a bar. I noticed him having a great time with his silly dance moves. I decided to use his Bluejay's hat as an excuse to talk to him. Long story short, the night ended with me puking and him holding my hair back. Any other guy would have just excused themselves, but not Dan. We stayed up the rest of the night talking and dated for a few weeks after that until I graduated college and moved to San Francisco. I knew we shared a special connection but I was 22 and ready to conquer the world. We maintained a friendship and went our separate ways, but my feelings for him never quite faded. One time I flew to Boston on a whim to tell him how I felt, only to be introduced to his new girlfriend. I was crushed and returned back to SF thinking that was the end of our story. Life went on. He moved in with his girlfriend and I got engaged. Naturally, our friendship fizzled out with respect to our relationships. Then, a few months before my wedding, I knew something wasn't right in my relationship. I flew home to spend time with my family and figure it out. It was an emotional time as I analyzed my life and tried to understand what I was feeling. While I was home, Dan, who had no idea what was going on, randomly texted me out of the blue. It had been 2 years since our last conversation. I found out he had ended his former relationship. Our conversation lead to the most natural re-connection and something inside of me knew that Dan was my destiny. I had never stopped loving him. I called things off with my fiancé and cancelled the wedding. I flew back to California and moved in with Dan. It sounds crazy, but it just felt right. We eloped on leap day with $15 rings purchased at the courthouse (mine was hot pink)" * You can be in a relationship for 2 years and feel nothing. You can be in a relationship for 2 months and feel everything. Time is not a measure of love

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20. Trust your instincts. Jake was only weeks away from a destination wedding when she got a feeling that something just wasn’t right in her relationship. While she was home visiting family to try to get some clarity, her ex-boyfriend Dan randomly texted her. It had been two years since they were last in touch, and they reconnected immediately. Jake called off her wedding and moved in with Dan instead. Soon after, they eloped on Leap Day and sealed their vows with $15 rings purchased at the courthouse. Jake’s was hot pink.

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Taylor Swift Took A Huge Step In Her Relationship With Travis Kelce — On Live TV

The most notable news from our resident popstar BFF Taylor Swift (aside from her record-breaking Eras Tour movie, The Tortured Poets Department, and Reputation (Taylor's Version), of course) is her most recent boyfriend update. Kansas City Chiefs player Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift were first linked after Travis tried to give the singer his phone number during one of her concerts last year. And after a few NFL games, getaway car rides, and restaurant takeovers later, it looks like this relationship isn't going anywhere anytime soon.

Here's a timeline on everything we know about Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's relationship!

A Timeline Of Taylor Swift And Travis Kelce's Relationship

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September, 24 2023 - Taylor Swift Started Attending Kansas City Chiefs Games

Taylor Swift started attending Kansas City Chiefs games in 2023, seemingly after an indirect invite from Travis Kelce himself. When Taylor played her Eras Tour at Arrowhead Stadium (the Chiefs' home stadium), Travis tried to give her a friendship with his number on it.

“I was disappointed that she doesn’t talk before or after her shows because she has to save her voice for the 44 songs that she sings,” Travis told his brother after Jason during an episode of their New Heights podcast. “I was a little butt hurt I didn’t get to hand her one of the bracelets I made for her.”

Considering Taylor Swift has now gone to many Chiefs games — and nearly broken the internet — we're pretty sure he's not upset anymore!

On September 24, 2023, Taylor Swift watched the NFL game with Travis' mom, Donna. After the football game — in which Taylor sat with Donna, and created (another) pop culture phenomenon with a single photo — not only did Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce leave the Arrowhead Stadium locker room together, but they also drove away in Travis' convertible as a pair!

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October 1, 2023 - Taylor Brought Some Friends To Watch The Chiefs

On October 1, 2023, Taylor was joined by all-star BFFs Sabrina Carpenter, Blake Lively, Ryan Reynolds, Sophie Turner, and Hugh Jackman to watch the Chiefs play against the New York Jets. While Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift didn't leave the stadium together after THIS game was over, the fact that Taylor was surrounded by so many of her friends felt like they were there to support something quite special. 💓

We'd be remiss not to mention a few easter eggs from this game while we're at it! This romance feels so much like a callback to Taylor's 1989 era, where she spent a lot of 2013 to 2015 hanging with her friends in the coolest NYC spots. Plus, she's wearing all black (and some edgy accessories on her shorts) while we all speculate on what she's up to and who she's dating, which is not too dissimilar from her Reputation era. 👀

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October 12, 2023 - Taylor Swift Makes A Good First Impression

We know Taylor always tries to make a good impression (hello "Mirrorball!"), but it turns out, she also makes a good impression without even trying.

The first time Taylor met Travis Kelce's dad, Ed, he noticed how genuine she was when she started helping around the suite. “She gets up to go get a drink or something, and she starts picking up empty bottles, cans, plates that are scattered around," he toldPeople. “And I'm just thinking, 'I don't think she got the diva memo. She didn't get the spoiled musician. She doesn't know how to pull that off.' And that really to me said a whole lot.”

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October 14, 2023 - Taylor Swift And Travis Kelce Were On SNL

Yes, Taylor Swift And Travis Kelce were both on the October 14 episode of Saturday Night Live in 2023. The couple attended the SNL afterparty together and fans were very quick to spot how much the football player took care of the singer. He opened doors for her, made sure she was okay, and reportedly even told a bodyguard that he could step aside. When I first saw the images, they looked so much like a rom-com cover to me that I thought they were photoshopped!

Then on the following Sunday night, Travis and Taylor were seen in New York City again as they made their way into a restaurant (once again holding hands!). It might be important for Swifties to note that both of Taylor's outfits are black, edgy, and very Reputation-coded... I can't wait to see what she has up her sleeve!

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October 19, 2023 - Travis Apparently Plans To Visit Taylor On Her International Tour

At this point, ET had reported that Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were "all in" on their relationship, according to an inside source. They told the outlet that Travis intended to head to Buenos Aires, Argentina while he was on a bye-week for the Kansas City Chiefs. We hope he was able to give her those friendship bracelets this time! 😘

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October 22, 2023 - Taylor Swift Is Improving Travis Kelce's Game

After a 31-17 win on October 22, 2023, Kansas City Chiefs coach Andy Reid acknowledged Taylor's influence on Travis' game during a press conference. He noted that Travis' performance is only improving and that “Taylor can stay around all she wants.”

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The October 22 game also appeared to be the couple's official hard launch. Chiefs wide reciever Mecole Hardman Jr.'s girlfriend Chariah Gordon posted a series of photos with Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce after the game — including this one where Taylor's kissing Travis on the cheek! Swoon!

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October 31, 2023 - Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Celebrate Halloween Together

On an episode of Jason Kelce's New Heights podcast, Travis said he loves the idea of a dinner party on Halloween night. "Like a Halloween dinner party. Everybody comes in costumes and we have a party," he says in the conversation.

But he also refuses to admit what costume he picked. "I'm gonna let mine be a surprise," he says. "I'll make sure everybody sees it, and we'll talk about it after Halloween."

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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's relationship only continues to get deeper in October 2023, especially since a source told ET Online that Taylor could be the one for Travis: "Everyone close to Travis loves that he is happy. He is on the path to finding that special person in Taylor."

However, given the frenzy around Taylor, and the media coverage of their relationship in general, Travis' family is also fairly concerned for their safety. (And after hundreds of fans showed up uninvited to see Taylor attend a private wedding, we kind of are too, TBH).

"They're so appreciative of their fans, but hope to keep some aspects of their relationship private going forward," the source continued. "This level of stardom is something new to Travis, and although he can handle it, he is still getting used to it. Safety is a major concern among everyone, especially given how passionate fans feel about their relationship."

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November 5, 2023 - Taylor Swift (Virtually) Celebrates Travis Kelce's New Record

After the Kansas City Chiefs game on November 5, 2023, People posted on Instagram celebrating Travis Kelce's new title as the KC Chiefs' leading receiver with 10,941 receiving yards. Taylor Swift liked the post, and considering she's very strategic and intentional about her Instagram activity, Swifites were very excited.

"Me giggling cuz TS liked this post," one user commented. "It’s an interesting time for Taylor & Kelce" another said. "They are both at supremely high career success points. What joy!"

On November 9, 2023, a source told US Weeklythat Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce “actually spend a lot of one-on-one time together and have developed a very real connection," plus the fact that "they have very detailed plans coming up on how to stay together while she’s on tour and he has games.”

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November 11, 2023 - Taylor Swift And Travis Kelce Have A Rom-Com Moment

On November 11, 2023, Taylor changed the lyrics of her song "Karma" from "Karma is the guy on the screen coming straight home to me" to "Karma is the guy on the Chiefs coming straight home to me" (a move that seemed somewhat spontaneous considering how surprised her backup dancers were!).

Travis revealed on the November 15 episode of the New Heights podcast that he had a "little bit of a clue" she'd change the lyrics. 👀

"Definitely when I heard it come out of her mouth, [it] still shocked me," he said. "I was like...'Oh, she really just said that, alright.'" He was so shocked in fact, that he didn't even realize Taylor's dad was trying to high five him. "Mr. Swift, I apologize big guy," he continued. "I never miss a high five too, big high five guy!"

And, after the show, Taylor went straight up to Travis standing outside a VIP tent and the coupleshared a kiss. It felt like it was straight out of a rom-com — a pop star running up to a star football player and surprising him with a kiss! The crowd at the concert went wild, but the internet also couldn't stop talking about it!

"This is sooooo adorable," one X user said. "Her little run. His hands behind his back like he’s waiting for his prom date or something. Ughhh they’re both in deep."

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November 20, 2023 - Travis Kelce Spills On His Relationship In WSJ Magazine

Travis Kelce once again broke the internet with his WSJ Magazine cover story. In it, he talks about football, his family, and (of course) Taylor Swift. “I’ve never been a man of words. Being around her, seeing how smart Taylor is, has been f—king mind-blowing," he says. “Obviously I’ve never dated anyone with that kind of aura about them…But at the same time, I’m not running away from any of it…She’s just living, enjoying life. When she acts like that I better not be the one acting all strange.”

Even Kelce's mom had something to add! “I can tell you this,” she says in the interview. “He’s happier than I’ve seen him in a long time… God bless him, he shot for the stars!”

Fans were also hoping to find out if Taylor and Travis were spending Thanksgiving together. Via Page Six, Taylor was set to fly back from her Eras Tour shows in Rio de Janeiro to spend the holidays in the states before heading back for another show on November 24. TMZreported that the couple "plans to be together for the holidays," which included lining their schedules up to spend as much time together as they can.

Taylor celebrated another one of Travis' milestones on Instagram, when she liked a post from the Kansas City Chiefs. "Fastest tight end to 11k receiving yards AND the only player in franchise history to do it," the post says. According to a Daily Mail source, as soon as Taylor Swift's Eras Tour wrapped up its 2023 dates, she moved into Travis' private Kansas City mansion (which he reportedly bought for them to spend time together) for the duration of her break — which included her birthday and Christmas.

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December 3, 2023 - Taylor Shows Up To The Chiefs Game Looking Festive

Taylor Swift hung out in the box seats with Brittany Mahomes in Green Bay, Wisconsin during the Kansas City Chiefs game against the Green Bay Packers.

Not only is Taylor Swift's jacket KC Chiefs red, but it was also totally Christmas appropriate! "Travis' friends think this is the real deal for him,” an insider told Peopleat the end of November 2023. “They're still a little shocked by all of it — that he's dating the Taylor Swift, but they've seen how down to earth she is with his friends and family.”

But before Taylor donned her Elmo-approved red coat, the couple was already in the Christmas spirit. They showed up to Miracle, a pop-up bar in Kansas City, on December 1, for the Chiefs' holiday party. It appears they were wearing some festive sweatshirts (as well as Taylor's signature red lip). I hope they also got to have some more chicken with "seemingly ranch".

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December 6, 2023 - Taylor Talks Travis In Her TIME Person Of The Year Article

There's been pleeeeenty of speculation about when Taylor and Travis actually started dating. Was it that first Chiefs game? Were they just friends still? Was it before that game? While only the lovebirds know their true timeline, Taylor gave us a peek behind the curtain in her TIME MagazinePerson of the Year article.

According to Tay herself, the pair started hanging out immediately after Travis first mentioned her on his New Heightspodcast. She said, “We started hanging out right after that. So we actually had a significant amount of time that no one knew, which I’m grateful for, because we got to get to know each other. By the time I went to that first game, we were a couple. I think some people think that they saw our first date at that game? We would never be psychotic enough to hard launch a first date.”

Swift continued by explaining that she and Travis "show up for each other" and that they're "just proud of each other." BRB, sobbing.

On December 8, 2023, an insider told Life & Style Mag that Travis is planning something special for Taylor's 34th birthday on December 13. “Travis has something special planned,” they say. “He’s arranged a very intimate romantic dinner just for the two of them, and is also trying to pull off a semi-surprise party with the help of some of her closest friends."

The insider also says Travis could use the evening to propose to Taylor, which we would TOTALLY be in favor of.

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December 10, 2023 - Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Share Some Swoon-Worthy PDA

After the KC Chiefs and Buffalo Bills game on December 10, 2023, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce went out with the team to celebrate. They wound up back at the Miracle pop-up bar! The evening was sure to lift Travis' spirits after the Chiefs' loss, and I, for one, need to make Taylor's Christmapolitan drink ASAP.

Thanks to the Chiefs' barber, @patty_cuts, we also have a pic of Taylor and Travis embracing each other at the bar! If you ask me, this deserves to be a movie poster, because I feel like we're living in a real-life rom-com. And apparently, one of their friends agrees!

"We had an amazing time," Chetarah Jackson (a friend of Travis' who sat with Taylor in the suite at the game) told ET. "Taylor and Travis are so in love. It was so cute seeing them together and I can see them getting married."

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December 17, 2023 - Taylor Swift Gets Cozy At The Chiefs x Patriots Game

Taylor Swift showed up to the KC Chiefs vs. New England Patriots game looking both comfy and cute in a Chiefs sweatshirt and beanie. In addition to Alana Haim and Brittany Mahomes, Taylor's dad, Scott Swift, also showed up to the game, which ended up being a big deal because he wore KC Chiefs gear after he's been a lifelong Philadelphia Eagles fan! 👀

Scott wasn't the only one having fun with the couple! Kaleigh Teller (Miles Teller's wife and a good friend of Taylor Swift) recently liked a TikTok speculating Travis got Taylor a very special birthday present: the ring Taylor wore during her party. It appears to be an opal stone surrounded by blue topaz, and if that's true, it has so much meaning because Travis' birthstone is opal and Taylor's is blue topaz! Thoughtful gifts are our absolute favorites... and it looks like they're Travis' too.

Travis also told People that even though he had a game on Christmas Day (his brother Jason does, too), the holiday "will be a fun one."

"My brother sent me a text and said he’s going to be celebrating afterwards," Travis continued. He also confirmed that he's planning on celebrating Christmas after the 25th too — hopefully with Taylor!

According to Page Six, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce also spent the rest of the holidays together.

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December 22, 2023 - Patrick Mahomes Talks Taylor And Travis 👀

Patrick Mahomes hopped on CBS Morningsin December and gave his inside scoop on Taylor and Travis. While noting how comfortable Taylor is with "Chiefs Kingdom," Patrick also took a moment to recognize her many achievements.

"He's lucky enough to be with a great girl and a great woman, and it's been cool to interact with her because she's top tier of her profession — and how she drives and she becomes that, it's really cool to hear about and to see." He followed up by saying, "I'm glad that she's the person that she is, and that's why I think her and Travis match so well."

Clearly, Tay got the BFF stamp of approval!

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December 25, 2023 - Taylor Swift + Family Attend Chiefs vs. Raiders

Taylor and Santa... I mean... Austin Swift hung out at Arrowhead stadium alongside their mom and dad, Andrea and Scott. The family had some holiday fun with the Mahomes family and Papa Kelce, with Austin allegedly tossing snowballs to the fans below. Merry Swiftmas to us all!

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December 31, 2023 - Taylor Swift And Travis Kelce Share An NYE Kiss

After a Chiefs win, Taylor and Travis stepped out in style at a NYE party with their friends and family. Travis wore a Midnights-esque outfit, in head-to-toe brown courduroy — come on, '70s!

Of course, Taylor made the whole place shimmer in a stunning silver sequin dress by Cleo Peppiatt, paired with celestial hair pins and her signature red lip, which was allegedly smudged later on in the night. 😘

We got a peek at the kiss in question on Instagram, originally posted by @krystenrachelle. It's definitely giving, "I want your midnights!" 😍

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January 21, 2024 - Taylor Swift Hangs Out With Jason And Kylie Kelce

After months of attending Travis Kelce's games, Taylor Swift was finally in the box at the same time as Jason Kelce's wife, Kylie, and this is a WAG friendship we are TOTALLY here for.

Despite the media pitting them against each other, the two women were seen laughing and spending time together in the box, which really just leads me to wonder why we're constantly obsessed with women not being friends? "Kylie is so great," a source told People. "Everybody loves her."

The most talked-about moment from the game, however, can be chalked up to Jason Kelce, who jumped out of the box shirtless and started yelling at the top of his lungs. He's since been called the KC Chiefs' “No. 1 hype man,”been compared to Gabriela Montez, and gotten people's hopes up for a very lively best man speech.

Someone also captured Taylor Swift's reaction to Jason's viral moment, and it's just as funny as the moment itself!

Taylor wasn't the only one who knows how to be goofy — Travis Kelce's teammate Patrick Mahomes told People that despite the newfound media frenzy over Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce (and achieving his "dream" of being on SNL), Travis remains just as fun and down-to-earth as he always was.

“Travis has always been Travis,” Patrick told People. “He still will walk through the stadium and treat every single person like they’re his best friend. And he’s going to be like that in the locker room every single day.”

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January 28 - Taylor Swift And Travis Kelce Celebrate A Chiefs Win... And Break The Internet

After the Kansas City Chiefs won a game against the Baltimore Ravens on January 28, the team was headed to the Super Bowl! Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce celebrated with a kiss on the field, and fans have been comparing their total rom-com moment to everyone from One Tree Hill's Lucas and Peyton toA Cinderella Story's Austin and Samever since.

But the biggest moment of the night was when, during their embrace, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce could be heard saying "I love you." According a post-game video, Travis says, “Tay, I'm going to enjoy with the guys I love you... so much it’s not even funny.” And it appears Taylor responds with “I love you too... I’ve never been so proud, EVER.” Then they go in for a kiss and a bear hug. OMG!

Jason Kelce later went on to add Taylor in with the rest of the family on the New Heights podcast: “We had the whole family down on the field. We had me, Mom, Dad, and Taylor. Everybody was down there.” Stop it right now, Jason!

In addition to a mockneck red sweater, Taylor was decked out in a gold friendship bracelet of her + Travis' initials, as well as #87-themed jewelry to support her BF. I also find it VERY important info that Taylor Swift is a square nail gal (Will this inspire my next manicure? Only time will tell).

I predicted that Taylor would show up the the Super Bowl, despite wrapping up the Tokyo leg of the Eras Tour the day before. I thought this would be a huge moment because, despite being asked to perform multiple times, Taylor has never actually performed at the Super Bowl, so she's never really had a reason to go.

Another popular fan theory is that in the past, this was due to Taylor Swift being a face of Diet Coke (she really is just like us!), while the halftime show has historically had Pepsi as a sponsor.

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February 5, 2024 - Travis Kelce Supports Taylor Swift's The Tortured Poet's Department

After Taylor Swift announced her new album, The Tortured Poets Department, at the 2024 Grammys, Travis Kelce showed support for the new album during a press conference — and he's just as excited about the new music as we are!

"She's unbelievable, she's rewriting history books herself," he said of her fourth Album of the Year win. "I told her I'll have to hold up my end of the bargain and come home with some hardware too...It's been fun to kind of gather the Swifties in the Chiefs' kingdom and open them up to the football world and the sports world."

"I have heard some of [Taylor Swift's new album], yes, and it is unbelievable," he continued. "I can't wait for her to shake up the world when it finally drops."

Travis ALSO responded to the rumors that he's looking to propose to Taylor Swift after a reporter straight up asked whether there'd be more than just a Super Bowl ring if the Chiefs won the Big Game.

"I’m focused on getting this ring, and that’s all that my mind’s focused on right now," Travis said.

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February 11, 2024 - Taylor Swift Attends The Super Bowl And Catches A Nail-Biting Chiefs Win

Taylor Swift was there to witness the Kansas City Chiefs spar off against the San Fransisco 49ers at Super Bowl LVIII in Las Vegas and ultimately see Travis' team win the game in overtime 25-22.

Taylor was spotted in box seats alongside her girl gang, Blake Lively, Ice Spice, and Ashley Avignone. Lana Del Rey joined the squad later in the game, too!

Taylor quickly tossed back a few drinks as the excitement ramped up (iconic if you ask me) in the first half of the game. After the big victory, she swiftly ran to the field to celebrate with Travis.

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“Come here, girl," he said to her. They instantly embraced and shared a long kiss in celebration of the Chiefs win. But that wasn't all!

Taylor tagged along with Travis and his teammates to the official Super Bowl after-party at Zouk Nightclub in Las Vegas. The couple danced and sang, and the club even played a few of Taylor's hits! The couplekissed during "Love Story"and even pointed at each other across the dance floorwhile a remix "You Belong With Me" blasted. Travis Kelce switched up the lyrics, singing "Are you in love with me?" instead of "You belong with me" — to which Taylor raised her glass, smiled, and danced the night away. 🎶 If you ask me, this viral moment is just the latest profession of love between the two.

“I love how he just came very quickly when your song was on,” model Marianne Fonseca tells Taylor Swift in a viral clip. “That was the most romantic thing ever.”

"We met in the middle, and I was like, 'What is my life right now?'" Taylor jokes.

The power duo left the function wearing matching glittery black outfits, holding hands the entire time. To say we're obsessed is a true understatement.

So, what's next for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce?

Taylor will continue to embark on the international leg of her Eras Tour in Australia starting February 16. Based on everything the couple's been through so far, we don't see them going anywhere.

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February 21, 2024 - Did Travis Kelce go to Australia to see Taylor Swift? Yes!

Our fave couple continues to enjoy their time together. A source told People that they are "really happy" and "having a lot of fun, but they're still seeing where it goes." Travis Kelce also landed in Sydney on February 21 to support Taylor Swift (and our gal Sabrina Carpenter) during the Australian leg of the Eras Tour. Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce spent an afternoon at the Sydney Zoo, but did they act out any scenes from Anyone But You? We can only hope.

Travis Kelce had plenty to say about Taylor Swift in an episode of his podcast New Heights with Jason and Travis Kelce. “They helicoptered us! Well, not us, Taylor,” he says. “This is all because Taylor is the biggest and the best thing possible."

While Travis was almost entirely focused on Taylor during the conversation about Australia, he couldn't help but mention his favorite zoo animals. "The kangaroos were pretty sweet, got to see a red panda up close and personal," he continues. "It’s like a friendly raccoon...saw a tiger sitting up in a tree house, that sh—t was f—king sweet, ain’t gonna lie."

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February 23, 2024 — Taylor Swift Celebrates Travis Kelce At The Eras Tour

During her first concert in Sydney, Australia, Taylor Swift added a few blink-and-you'll-miss-'em details to her show in honor of Travis Kelce. She ended up pointing directly to him during "Willow," when she sings "that's my man," and during "Long Live," when she sings "when they gave us our trophies" (in honor of his Super Bowl win!). She also changed the "Karma" lyrics to "Karma is the guy on the Chiefs coming straight home to me." And when the concert was done? Taylor ran directly to him and gave him a big kiss. Rom-com energy!!

“When she started to come around, it was privately,” defensive backs coach Dave Merritt tells The Sports Shop With Reese & Kmac. “She was coming into the stadiums without people really knowing until the camera put a big spotlight on it.”

"[Taylor Swift] actually affected the team in a positive way," Dave continues. "Everybody was excited that Travis was happy. So when my player, my brother, is happy beside me, that helps me and that encourages me."

And after Travis started dating Taylor, Dave saw even more of a shift! "And so Travis came in there a different man...She won a Super Bowl in her first year in the NFL," he jokes. "How about that?"

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March 13, 2024 — Travis Kelce Talks About The Eras Tour In Singapore

It looks like Taylor Swift and Sabrina Carpenter are in their lover era because both Travis Kelce and Sabrina Carpenter's boyfriend Barry Keoghan showed up to the Eras Tour in Singapore!

"Fun times in Singapore," Travis says on the New Heights podcast he shares with Jason Kelce. "I got to check out the world's largest greenhouse. How about that? I'm a big plant guy. Loved seeing f—king enormous trees. It was cool as f—k, they had the world's biggest waterfall in a greenhouse, too...It was awesome man. Everything was blooming at the same time, it was so f—king unique and so nice."

But Travis ALSO got to go to two Eras Tour concerts ahead of Taylor Swift's latest hiatus (she's on a break until her first Paris concert on May 9th) — and enjoyed the shows just as much as the sights!

"I got to see two amazing shows of the Eras Tour," Travis continues. "The last of the leg that Taylor has until she's back at it here in a couple months. Yeah outside of that, got to eat some lovely Singapore food and just catch the views. Everything over there just seems so nice."

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March 20, 2024 — Travis Kelce Can't Stop Watching Love Is Blind

After a crazy year of the Eras Tour and the Super Bowl, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are focusing on their time together! "They’re focused on rest and recuperation and relaxing at home and having low-key and chill time together,” a source tells Us Weekly. “They are enjoying movie nights in her home theater, catching up on films and shows they’ve missed.”

We're always wondering what our favorite stars are binge watching right now, and apparently, Travis Kelce watchlist includes Love Is Blind. "You gotta watch Love Is Blind," he tells his brother Jason Kelce on a recent episode of New Heights. "It is the worst trash ever — it's worse than Catching Kelce — but it is so f—king good." (Jason's not so convinced).

But considering Travis almost seems like he's loving the show against his will, it's making me wonder if he's watching it with Taylor Swift — or if Taylor's the one who got him to watch it in the first place. I could totally see Travis and Taylor curled up on the couch with a plate of chai cookies, a blanket, and Netflix. Cozy!

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March 20, 2024 — Travis Kelce Says He "Can't Wait" To Have Kids

On that same episode of New Heights, Travis Kelce also let it slip he may be ready for kids sooner than later. When the Super Bowl winner was talking about NBA player Victor Wembanyama, Travis joked he was so talented he must have been engineered.

“You can’t tell me that dude wasn’t made in a f—king lab over there in France," Travis says. “Can’t wait til I f—kin’ make one.”

“Don’t do this," Jason jokes. "Do not give any of these other conspiracy theorists anything else to latch onto, please.” Oops, it might be too late Jason!

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March 24, 2024 — Taylor Swift And Travis Kelce Go On A Lunch Date

After a busy winter, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce finally took some R+R and went on a big trip together! “They vacationed in the Bahamas for several days," a source tells PEOPLE. "It was a much-needed break for both of them. They very much enjoyed it. They are so happy together.”

After their Bahamas vacation, Taylor and Travis grabbed a Sunday lunch in Malibu. They both looked super cute and springy with Taylor wearing a bright blue sweater, a tan skort, and loafers, while Travis wore an oatmeal-colored pullover, hat, and a friendship bracelet.

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April 1, 2024 — Travis Kelce And Taylor Swift's Relationship Has Been "Amazing"

On April 1, Kylie Kelce told the Today show just how happy their family is for the couple. “Ultimately, if Travis is happy, we’re happy,” Kylie says. “We are always cheering on Uncle Trav, it’s such a treat to be able to do that on and off the field...It’s been amazing.”

"I'm the happiest I've ever been," Travis Kelce tells People. "I'm a guy that some people say is glass half full, half empty, and my glass is all the way full. It's all the way full...I'm oozing life right now."

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April 2, 2024 — Travis Kelce Confirms He'll Be At The Eras Tour In Europe

Swifties might be gearing up for The Tortured Poets Department, but Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are still thinking about this year's stint of the Eras Tour!

“We are both very career-driven," he tells Entertainment Tonight. "I think we both love what we do and any chance that I can show my support to her — knowing that she has shown me all the support in the world throughout the season — it’s just been an amazing experience getting to know Tay."

Travis hasn't confirmed which concerts he'll show up to, but he does say the London shows are "can't-miss" concerts. "I think she’s at Wembley [Stadium] eight times?" he says. "Which is mind-blowing that she can do that many shows in one stadium and fill that thing up."

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April 10, 2024 — Travis Kelce Doesn't "Know How" He Managed To Date Taylor Swift

On a spring episode of his New Heights podcast, Travis Kelce admits he's still shocked he's dating Taylor Swift. "I don't know how I did it because she wasn't into sports," he says. "So I don't know how the f—k I did it." But considering Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are two of the biggest people in the entire world, I am more than happy they found each other!

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April 15, 2024 — Taylor Swift And Travis Kelce Attend Coachella

The first weekend of Coachella was full of incredible performances from Lana Del Rey and Sabrina Carpenter (plus a very cute moment from Justin and Hailey Bieber) but it also gave Taylor Swift the opportunity to enjoy a concert from the audience! The Tortured Poets Department singer showed up to support Jack Antonoff and Bleachers, and even hung out with the band afterwards.

Taylor and Travis also attended Ice Spice's set and the rapper (who's featured on Midnights) performed her remix of "Karma"! That means Taylor finally got the full Swiftie experience, dancing to her music in the audience, and I love that for her.

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April 16, 2024 — Patrick Mahomes Says Taylor Swift Picked Up A Few Things From The NFL

In his TIME100 interview, Patrick Mahomes says Taylor Swift has learned a lot about football. “Even when she’s taking her downtime, she’s working on something," he says. "Shooting a music video or singing a song or writing a song. You can see it by how she talks. Even when she’s talking about football, when she’s learning it, you can see her business mind putting it together. It’s almost like she’s trying to become a coach. ‘Why can’t you try this, this, and this?’ She’s asking the right questions.”

“I’ve met a lot of famous people now in my life,” Patrick continues. “Taylor’s probably the most down-to-earth person that’s been on that stage for that long.”

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April 19, 2024 — Taylor Swift Releases The Tortured Poets Department

We all knew Taylor Swift's new album would reference Joe Alwyn, and I'll admit I was surprised just how much of it referenced Matty Healy. But the most pleasant surprise (in addition to some tracks Rory Gilmore would love) is that at least two of the songs are clearly about Travis Kelce! "So High School" and "The Alchemy" both use football metaphors to emphasize how exciting and youthful her relationship with Travis makes her feel. I'm obsessed!!
And on their latest date, Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce are cozied up in an LA restaurant booth. I don't know about y'all, but nothing screams '00s rom-com like hanging out in your favorite restaurant after a football game or a concert (both of which are very on brand for this couple).

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April 22, 2024 — Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce Could Attend The Met Gala

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have reportedly been invited to the 2024 Met Gala and I would love for this to be their red carpet debut (and for it to end up being a song on TS12?!) We'll have to wait until May 6 to find out!

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April 27, 2024 — Taylor Swift And Travis Kelce Take Vegas

While in Vegas for the 15 and Mahomies Foundation Golf Classic, Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift spent plenty of quality time together. They can be seen laughing and holding hands — and offered up four exclusive tickets to the Eras Tour for the auction! And when the gala ended, Travis went to the Wynn’s XS nightclub for a party into the early hours of Sunday morning.

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May 15, 2024 — Taylor Swift And Travis Kelce Explore Italy

During a break from the Eras Tour, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce took some time to relax and see the sights near Lake Como, Italy. And they also shared a kiss on a boat a few days later!

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May 18, 2024 — Travis Kelce Says His "Life Could Be No Better"

At the 2024 Kelce Jam music festival presented by Jim Beam on May 18, Travis got up in front of the Azura Amphitheater and explained how much he's loving life right now. “Throughout all my years in [Kansas City], life could be no better than right the f—k now,” he says (via Page Six).

“It’s alive and popping in Kansas City and I know you guys feel that s–t too,” he continues. “I’ve been so thankful that you guys show up and show out every single time when we play at Arrowhead [Stadium] that we’re going to keep bringing Kelce Jam to you in the offseasons, baby.”

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May 19, 2024 — Taylor Swift And Travis Kelce Might Attend The Monaco Grand Prix

In between Eras Tour shows, Taylor Swift will reportedly reunite with Travis Kelce in Europe and head to the Monaco Grand Prix, via the US Sun. Travis and his teammate Patrick Mahomes are investors in the Alpine Formula One team, so showing up to the Prix only makes sense! Plus, it gives TayVis the opportunity to explore the beautiful European country on the coast, full of castles and gardens. It's giving Princess Diaries!!

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June 22, 2024 — Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Go Instagram Official

Taylor Swift's Eras Tour in London was QUITE the show. Not only did Travis show up onstage, but Taylor and Travis finally went Instagram official — and with the Prince of Wales no less! "Happy Bday M8!" Taylor captioned a selfie featuring Travis, Prince William, Prince George, and Princess Charlotte. "London shows are off to a splendid start."

This is the first time Taylor has posted a boyfriend on her Instagram grid since 2016, and I am totally here for it!

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June 28, 2024 — Jason Kelce Spills On Taylor And Travis

We know that Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are still enjoying their relationship thanks to a recent interview with Jason Kelce! "Yeah, there's no question," he said when asked about the relationship at the end of June. "I mean, it has more than changed Travis's [life]."

"We just want to be supportive of him and their relationship and everything that they've got going on, because it's so wonderful right now," he continues. We love this family!

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August 15, 2024 – Taylor And Travis Are "Very Affectionate," Even When They're Apart

A source close to Taylor and Travis dished about the inside details of their relationship to Entertainment Tonight, noting that "their connection is unlike anything that they've ever experienced before."

The source told ET that even though Taylor's in Europe for the Eras Tour and Travis is training for the start of NFL season, the two lovebirds still find time to text, FaceTime, and send each other gifts. That's commitment, baby!

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September 3, 2024 — Travis Kelce Reveals Taylor Swift Is Super Interested In Football

Taylor's interest in football has only increased since the beginning of her relationship with Travis Kelce, and is having fun drafting plays for him! “She’s a little biased and just creates plays for me. We’ll see if they can make it to Coach Reid’s office," Travis reveals on the Rich Eisen Show.

“She had just been so open to learning the game, she didn’t know much about the rules or anything…I think she was just curious about the profession,” he continues. “I know none of the plays have gotten to Coach Reid yet, but if they ever do I’ll make sure everyone knows it was her creation."

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September 11, 2024 — Taylor Swift Thanks Travis Kelce In Her VMA's Acceptance Speech

While accepting the award for Video of the Year for "Fortnight," Taylor Swift thanked Travis Kelce for always making set days more fun. "This video, it seems very sad when you watch it, but it actually was, like, the most fun video to make," she says. "And something that I'll always remember is when I would finish a take and I'd say ‘cut,’ and we'd be done with that take, I would always just hear, like, someone cheering from across the studio where we were shooting it, and that one person was my boyfriend, Travis."

"Everything this man touches turns to happiness and fun and magic," she continues. "So, I want to thank him for adding that to our shoot because I’ll always remember that."

This is a huge deal because it's the first time Taylor has publicly confirmed her relationship with Travis Kelce! We've always known they were meant to be :').

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October 14, 2024 — Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce Watch A Baseball Game

Taylor and Travis attended the Cleveland Guardians vs. New York Yankees championship game — and this image just makes me giggle because I've disassociated at every single baseball game I've attended, and it looks like Taylor's doing the same.

There's always an air of intrigue when it comes to our favorite celebrity relationships, but according to one DeuxMoi source, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have no secrets between them. "Taylor has had Travis's phone in her hand on multiple occasions and it appears she has his passcode too," they write. "He's not going to be accepting texts from an ex. People really try to paint him out to be an idiot."

So, what's the relationship between Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce?

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According to Taylor herself (via an interview with Time), the pair started seeing each other right after Travis "called her out" on his New Heightspodcast in July.

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's relationship continues to get more serious. “They share a strong work ethic and have a huge appreciation for life and their careers, strong family bond and values," the insider tells People.

An insider also shared that during Taylor's break from the Eras Tour (during September and October), she enjoyed catching up with all of her friends and “had fun spending time with Travis.“ We cannot get enough of this couple!

How old is Taylor Swift and how old is Travis Kelce?

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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were both born in 1989. Travis just turned 34 on October 5, and since Taylor Swift's birthday is December 13, she's 34 now, too!

After Travis and Taylor left Arrowhead Stadium together, some Swifties noticed Travis was wearing a blue and white set, and wondered whether it served as a 1989 (Taylor's Version) double release Easter egg.

Check back here for the latest update on Taylor Swift And Travis Kelce!

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Milo Ventimiglia Is A "Sweet And Attentive" Father-To-Be, And Duh!!!

Norman Mailer, I'm pregnant! This might be a memorable line from an equally memorable Gilmore Girls episode, but it's now also a reality for one of the show's stars because Milo Ventimiglia is expecting his first child! The actor married model and entrepreneur Jarah Mariano in the fall of 2023 at a tiny, private ceremony (a move that was very Jess Mariano of him), and on September 29, Jarah announced she's pregnant!

Milo Ventimiglia and Jarah Mariano just showed up at Brian Bowen Smith's ‘Joyride’ exhibit at Studio CT in California, and one source tells People Milo was “sweet and attentive to his wife throughout the whole event.” Duh!!

He “seemed very proud to be with her" while Jarah looked "radiant and glowing," as she always does. “Milo was kissing her and whispering into her ear," the source continues. "They were just genuinely lovely together.”

Is Jarah Mariano pregnant?

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Yes, Jarah Mariano announced her pregnancy with an Instagram post featuring a surf session with Milo Ventimiglia. In the photos, Jarah is sitting on a surfboard wearing a brown bikini top, polka dot bikini bottoms, and a pink lei. "Baby on board!" she says in the caption.

After his time on Gilmore Girls, Milo played patriarch Jack Pearson on NBC's This Is Us, and told US Weekly in 2017 that "I think I’m built to want a strong family unit. “It will happen when it happens. I’m not out seeking it. It’s just kind of, I’m present in the space in my life that when it presents itself and it’s right, I’m sure it will work out.”

And it looks like it worked out at the exact right time.

Does Milo Ventimiglia have a wife?

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Yes, Milo Ventimiglia & wife Jarah Mariano got married in the fall of 2023, and Jarah recently posted some new photos from the special day. "Last year I married my best friend," she says. "There aren’t enough words that exist to describe all the special qualities that make him who he is. AlI can say is that I am grateful for the life that we have together and the happiness that we have created🤍 Aloha wau iā 'oe my husband Milo."

"Things are good," Milo told Extra in February 2024. "We've had relationships that have come and have gone and then you get to a point where you kind of meet your match and meet someone that inspires you in a way different than anybody else...I'm grateful for her and I’m happy to have arrived in this moment, so married life is nice."

If you're loving the celeb baby news as much as we are, check out the latest news on Hilary Duff's Baby #4!

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22 Awesome DIY Halloween Costume Ideas For Guys

We've been giving lots of love to the ladies and kiddos for this year's Halloween costume prep. But now, it's *all* about the dudes. These creative DIY costumes will up your spooky game and leave you feeling super creative. Into video games? Check. Throwbacks? We've got you covered. How about pop culture faves? Yup, those are on here too. Scroll on and take your pick from these 22 creative costumes that anyone can DIY for Halloween.

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Anger

Got a hot head? Let off some steam as Anger from Disney's Inside Out.

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Bill Nye the Science Guy

Who doesn't love this trip down memory lane? Good ol' Bill has saved one too many of us from boring science classes. Not to mention his show won 18 Emmys during its five-year run.

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Emoji Costume

To get this look party-ready, you'll want to attach the blue construction paper triangles to a headband.

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Fear

Channel fright night with Inside Out's Fear costume. Purple pants and face paint required.

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Francis Whitman

Francis, the eldest of the three brothers in Wes Anderson's The Darjeeling Limited, struggles with a tendency to take control. So if you're the type who orders for your friends or dates, Francis is your best bet.

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The Fresh Prince and Carlton

No one's got moves like you, Carlton. Grab your best man to go as this iconic duo. Be sure to check your local thrift store for those sweaters.

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Gamers everywhere, rejoice! This costume throws it back to the good ol' days, and just requires a bit of cardboard and some imagination.

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Gru

Giant shoulder pads, some eyebrow work and a mini minion is all you'll need to achieve this costume.

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Gustave

If you've ever been called out for your charm or culture (or want to be), you'll fit right in as The Grand Budapest Hotel's very own Gustave.

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LEGO Man

Couldn't get enough of LEGOs when you were a kid? Go as your favorite childhood toy.

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Mad Hatter

We're all mad here… for the mad hatter, that is.

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Minecraft

If you're familiar with the video game Minecraft, you'll probably know who this guy is and why you should definitely go as him.

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Not Sure Fry Meme

You've probably seen this meme floating around on the Internet, and here it is brought to life. Fry here's not sure if that guy is in a costume or just doing his job. #NailedIt

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Pop Art

Define that jawline with a cutting-edge face paint job. Don't forget to pick up some super bright contacts too.

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Robert Baratheon

Surrounded by food and wine is how Robert would have looked if he hadn't died in Game of Thrones. The dead boar is also a nice touch. (If you didn't know, he was killed by a boar.)

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The Son of Man

Here's an artsy one for you. We'll leave it up to you to interpret what René Magritte may have meant.

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Steve Zissou

Whether it's loyalty or stupidity, Zissou proves he's got guts in The Life Aquatic. Harness that energy this year with a blue polo and a red cap, and a whole lotta one-liners.

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Tetris

Here's a super fun and DIYable group costume for you and your buddies. Pick up some cardboard and tape to become this epic game IRL.

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R.J. MacReady

There's no knowing who or what The Thing could be. MacReady proves it doesn't hurt to come prepared.

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Louis Tully (Vinz Clortho)

Ghostbusters fans, listen up. Remember when Louis gets inhabited by the demon Vinz (AKA the Keymaster) and goes around Central Park harassing people and talking to horses? Yup. This one's for you.

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Yukon Cornelious

This fearless prospector from the animated movie Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer proves he's the one you'll want to stick with when venturing through the Arctic.

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Zero

This bellboy's pretty much the MVP of the Grand Budapest Hotel characters. Check out how we made this easy look with our tutorial. Pair it with Agatha for an adorable couple's costume.

Which of these looks will you be rocking? Any awesome ones we missed? Tweet us at @BritandCo and let us know!

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'Harry Potter' Book Fans Rejoice! The New TV Show Will Go "More In-Depth" Than The Movies.

We're always ready to go back to Hogwarts, whether we're making a Harry Potter cocktail for our September 1st celebration or hosting a movie night in our coziest PJs. And thanks to HBO, we'll be able to visit for the first time all over again. On April 12, 2023 Warner Bros. Discovery confirmed that an original Harry Potter series was coming to their Max streaming service.

The series will be released over the course of ten years (!!) and WBD promises that it'll feature a book authenticity and attention to detail that even the most knowledgable Potterhead will appreciate. Grab your Harry Potter house scarf and your pumpkin juice, and keep reading for everything you need to know about the new Harry Potter TV show!

Will there be a Harry Potter TV show?

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Yes, we're getting a new Harry Potter TV show! The official video announcement features the Hogwarts candles we see in the first film coming together to create that classic golden, lit-from-within logo. It's totally magical and nostalgic, but has a new contemporary edge I can't wait to see in its full form.

Will the Harry Potter TV show follow the books?

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Yes, book fans will be happy to know the new series will definitely follow the plot of the books. And Channing Dungey, chairman and CEO of Warner Bros. Television Group, finally gave us a tease during MIPCOM‘s C-Suite Conversations. "It’s an unbelievable dream, honestly, and as somebody who is a huge fan of books, the opportunity to get to explore them in maybe a little bit more in-depth than you can in just a two-hour film," she said (via THR). "That’s the whole reason we’re on this journey.”

Has HBO begun casting for the new Harry Potter series?

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Dungey also revealed they've started looking for a new golden trio. “There’s not a lot to talk about at this moment," she says. "We’ve got our fantastic writing staff in place and they are doing what they need to do. And casting calls have opened up in the U.K. and Ireland, so the process is moving along. It’s going quite well.”

What else do I need to know?

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“We are delighted to give audiences the opportunity to discover Hogwarts in a whole new way,” Casey Bloys, HBO & Max Content's Chairman and CEO, said in the press release. “Harry Potter is a cultural phenomenon and it is clear there is such an enduring love and thirst for the Wizarding World.”

The series comes from Brontë Film and TV and Warner Bros. Television, with J.K. Rowling, Neil Blair, and Ruth Kenley-Letts serving as executive producers. Over the last few years, Rowling has made headlines for her conservative views and commentary on transgender identities, but at the time, Bloys didn't comment when asked whether her involvement could affect their ability to move forward.

On June 26, 2024 it was announced that Francesca Gardiner would write and serve as showrunner and Mark Mylod would executive produce and direct several episodes. Both worked on Succession.

"I'm truly thrilled to announce our director and writer, both of whom I interviewed as part of the production team," J.K. Rowling tweeted. "Both have a genuine passion for #HarryPotter, and having read Francesca's pilot script and heard Mark's vision, I'm certain the TV show will more than live up to expectations."

When is the HBO Harry Potter TV show release date?

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The new Harry Potter series is expected to hit Max in 2026, according to Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David Zaslav (via Deadline). That means we could start seeing cast lists and getting more specific plot details in 2025!

Who plays Harry Potter in the new series?

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In an interview with Comicbook.com, Daniel Radcliffe makes it clear that even though he's very excited about the new show, he probably won't be included in the new cast of Harry Potter.

“I’m sure whoever is making [the series] will want to make their own mark on it and probably not want to have to figure out how to get old Harry to cameo in this somewhere,” he says. “So I’m definitely not seeking it out in any way. But I do wish them, obviously, all the luck in the world and I’m very excited to have that torch passed. But I don’t think it needs me to physically pass it.”

There's no word on whether any of the original cast will actually be returning, but after we cried while watching the Harry Potter 20th Anniversary: Return to Hogwarts, we can only hope that Emma Watson, Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, Bonnie Wright, and Tom Felton will at least make cameo appearances. I'd love to see Daniel Radcliffe in the Ministry of Magic, or see Tom Felton walking around Diagon Alley. (However, I'm really hoping they're cast as some of the professors. Just imagine Emma as Professor McGonagall!)

Is Harry Potter on Netflix or Amazon Prime?

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The Harry Potter series is currently available to stream on Max and Peacock. However, you can also rent the movies on Amazon Prime!

Are you excited for the new Harry Potter TV show? Let us know in the comments and check out our Harry Potter page for the latest updates on the film stars + this new Harry Potter TV show.

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65+ Last-Minute Halloween Costume Ideas Perfect For Procrastinators

In between planning what to even do for Halloween this year, perfecting your signature witches' brew and transforming your Netflix queue into a Halloween movie must-watch list, Halloween is a fun and potentially time-consuming holiday. We get it. Sometimes life just gets in the way and those elaborately awesome costume plans fall by the wayside. But have no fear! These last-minute Halloween costumes are perfect for all you procrastinators out there.

Eleven from "Stranger Things"

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All you need for this easy costume is a pink dress and denim jacket. And you definitely don't have to shave your head ;). (via Brit + Co)

Rockstar

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Whether you're going for a Sabrina Carpenter x Olivia Rodrigo mashup, or you're living your early 2000s rockstar dreams, dark eyeshadow and a choker will take you a long way. (via Brit + Co)

Rory Gilmore

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All you really need for this epic costume is a plaid skirt, button down, and ballet flats, but if you want to add a coffee mug, we wouldn't stop you. (via Brit + Co)

Princess Leia Costume

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All you need is an all-white outfit and the best. Buns. EVER. (via Brit + Co)

Fanta Girls Costume

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Totally fashionable on-the-fly. Get your pod in on the white go-go boots trend. (via Brit + Co)

Kim Possible

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With cowboy copper at the forefront of this year's hair trends, theres no doubt they'll be plenty of redheads running around this Halloween. So, take the opportunity to be your fave animated 2000s spy/ high school cheerleader! (via Brit + Co)

The Bear

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All you need is a blue apron and a white button down to cook up this TV inspired Halloween look for The Bear! You'll be screaming "behind!" and "yes, chef!" all night long.

Pink Jumpsuit Barbie

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Want to channel Barbie this year, but out of time to piece together the signature looks? All you need for the easiest last-minute Halloween costume ever is a pink jumpsuit and a pair of colorful glasses to complete this easy peasy, yet trendy look.

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DIY Pirate Last-Minute Halloween Costume

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This simple pirate ensemble is arr-guably easy to recreate and fun for Halloween-themed Zoom calls. Throw it on and shake that pirate booty! (via Brit + Co)

Drea From "Do Revenge"

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Drea rocks all kind of 90s-inspired ice tones and silhouettes that bring old school and modern style together. Pair ice blue pieces or go with a faux fur pink sweater for a super easy Do Revenge costume.

Roaring ’20s Costume

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The ’20s are back, and so is our favorite hair hack: the faux bob! A headband and some fringed and fabulous wardrobe items are all you need for this party-ready, stylish look. (via Brit + Co)

Kimmy Schmidt

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Cardigan? Check. Neons? Check. Spunky attitude? Check. This is one easy last-minute Halloween costume! (via Brit + Co)

Step Brothers Costume

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When you REALLY get into character, costumes actually kinda come second. Bust out your best Will Ferrell and John C. Reilly impressions with your bestie bro or sis. (via Brit + Co)

Olivia Rodrigo

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All you need for this costume is a soft tank, a plaid skirt, and stickers. Halloween just got angsty. (via Brit + Co)

Dancing Girls Emoji Costume

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 It’s never a bad time to rep your bestie status, right? Of course, you and your fellow blonde BFF could just be those foxy dancing girls. (via Brit + Co)

Princess Emoji Time Costume

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Who wouldn't mind wearing a crown all night? The hardest part of the costume is keeping a straight face. (via Brit + Co)

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The Emoji Ghost Costume

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 Ahh, the pirate ghost emoji — one of our all-time favorites. The tongue is just too absurd. (via Brit + Co)

Nancy Wheeler from "Stranger Things"

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Nancy has a ton of super cute outfits from throughout the four seasons of the show, but this 'fit inspired by the first few episodes is undeniably simple. (via Brit + Co)

Rosie the Riveter Costume

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All you need is that chambray shirt, a red bandana, and our easy 10-minute hair tutorialto rock Rosie right. (via Brit + Co)

Juno

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This is just one of many of our maternity costume ideas for dressing up your bump this Halloween. It can even work if you aren't expecting. (via Brit + Co)

Robber Last-Minute Halloween Costume

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Grab a few of your fall wardrobe staples, throw on a masquerade mask, and voila! Instant badass robber status is achieved thanks to this last-minute Halloween costume. (via Brit + Co)

Halloween Mask DIY Costume

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Do you have an awesome new outfit that you'd rather wear instead of a costume? Keep it memorable and minimal with any of these Halloween mask DIYs. (via Brit + Co)

The Mystery Dress Costume

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 This dress debate definitely caused a stir. Grab your bestie and keep the confusion alive all night long. (via Brit + Co)

Eleanor from "Do Revenge"

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Eleanor wears lots of 70s bold colors and prints, which makes for an easy last-minute Halloween costume if you already have that vibe in your closet.

Cactus Costume

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 Believe it or not, this costume only calls for four materials. It’s a great choice for the procrastinator that wants to look just as fun as everyone else. (via Brit + Co)

Carmen Sandiego Costume

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 Don’t put your summer maxis away just yet — you’re going to need one to channel your favorite mystery gal from the ’90s. (via Brit + Co)

Takeout Night Costume

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 A T-shirt that doubles as a costume? This is every lazy girl’s dream! (via Brit + Co)

Holly Golightly (Night) Costume

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Chances are, you already have a couple of LBDs hanging in your closet. Add a few accessories and you’re all set. (via Brit + Co)

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Flapper Costume

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 Put your slinky date night dress to some good use and whip up this quick DIY. A party at Gatsby’s awaits! (via Brit + Co)

Barb Holland from "Stranger Things"

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Grab a button down and jeans for this last-minute Halloween costume and you're ready to take on the demogorgon. (via Brit + Co)

A Halloween Hangover Costume

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 Beat your actual hangover with this T-shirt/costume. Sunglasses and a large bottle of Gatorade are also musts. (via Brit + Co)

Taylor Swift

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A faux fur coat is always a good idea to have in your closet (it's our winter wedding staple) and pair with a blue dress to get this iconic Taylor Swift look from her Midnights era.

Taylor Swift and Her Squad Pod

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Speaking of Taylor, try your hand at this friend group costume! Add Blake Lively and Taylor's mom Andrea to bring it into 2024. (via Brit + Co)

Wednesday Addams Costume

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 Everyone should dress as Wednesday Addams for Halloween at least once. And the little black dress that you already own is begging you to go for it this year. (via Brit + Co)

Wet Hot American Summer Last-Minute Halloween Costume

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 You were psyched to see the reboot on Netflix, and now it’s time to pay tribute with a costume. The only problem is deciding which character to dress up as. (via Brit + Co)

French Girl Costume

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 You probably have most of these pieces in your closet, so why not put them to work? (via Brit + Co)

Chuckie Costume

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The Rugrats gang were always #squadgoals, and come Halloween, Chuckie has the chillest outfit. The best part of this idea is that everyone can do this one. (via Brit + Co)

Ninja Costume

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 Everyone owns at least one black, form-fitting outfit with lace-up details and ribbon. Worst case, a trip to the department store ought to fill any gaps in your wardrobe. (via Brit + Co)

Miss Frizzle Costume

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Do you have a busted red wig? A dress? Some time to draw science lab items? Good, you have a last-minute Halloween costume. (via Brit + Co)

The Princess Diaries

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With Mia, Lily, and the rest of the crew, this costume will win Halloween! Go as Mia in her uniform or go all out with a ballgown.

Witch Costume

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With a simple makeup product you can look like an authentic witch — warts and all — and you can't beat the convenience of a pharmacy-bought costume. (via Brit + Co)

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Florence Pugh

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Grab a super cute purple lounge set that you'll want to wear even after Halloween is over. This is one iconic pop culture Halloween costume that is both comfortable and recognizable — especially if you have an aperol spritz.

Broad City Costume

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 Pulling looks from your fave TV shows will never go out of style, especially when they’re iconic and hilarious. (via Brit + Co)

Manicured Lawn Last-Minute Halloween Costume

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We're always here for a good pun, and you should be too. Quick! Grab the turf and faux flowers on your way to get your nails done.

“Girl With the Pearl Earring” Costume

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Infuse a bit of culture into your Halloween this year by channeling one of Vermeer's most famous paintings. This is an impressive look-alike costume, and it can be done with just a few simple items. (via The House That Lars Built)

Life & Lemons Last-Minute DIY Halloween Costume

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Just make sure there are enough lemons left for your gin & tonic. (via Club Crafted)

Mama and Baby Bird Costume

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Need a cute mommy + me last-minute costume idea? These birds of a feather are definitely looking adorable together. (via Lovely Indeed)

Bunny Ears Costume

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 Don’t want to mess with all of the Halloween makeup this year? Wear these bunny ears instead. It’s a perfect costume for work and is a cinch to remove at the end of the day/night. (via Say Yes)

Googly Eyes Costume

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If you are looking for something big and dramatic for Halloween photo time, these googly eye balloons would make for some great home decor and a costume photo prop! (via Studio DIY)

Lacey Mouse Costume

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 This edgy spin on a childhood favorite is totally work-safe and a great choice for dressing up on the go. (via Honestly WTF)

Cuckoo Clock Costume

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 Get a little creepy and kooky with this fabulous DIY. And don’t forget the bird up top. (via The Merrythought)

Sally Sells Seashells by the Seashore Costume

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This tongue-tying costume is guaranteed to have friends giggling all night. Good luck telling everyone your costume name 10 times fast. (via The House Lars Built)

Georgia O’Keeffe Last-Minute Halloween Costume

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 Learn how to recreate the oversized poppy, gray hair, and everything else in this gorgeous step-by-step tutorial. (via The House Lars Built)

Lars & the Real Girl Costume

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 This hilarious costume calls for items that you probably already own. To really get into character, make sure you act super stiff all night. (via Sugar & Cloth)

Pop Tart Last-Minute Halloween Costume Idea

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 Pay tribute to your favorite breakfast pastry with this easy-to-create Pop Tart ensemble. (via Paper & Stitch)

#Basic Coffee Mug Costume

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 Next to the PSL Starbucks cups, the pink lid travel mug is as trendy as it comes. (via A Kailo Chic Life)

Lisa Frank Puppy Costume

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 When you have the day to get your costume together, some paint is all you need to give a romper a colorful update. (via Studio DIY)

Holly Golightly (Day) Costume

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 Handing out candy with your cat, while sitting by the door in a large white shirt, is kind of the definition of #goals. Don’t forget the sleep mask! (via PMQ for two)

Raining Men Costume

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 Finally, your giant stack of Tiger Beat, tabloid, and Cosmo magazines will come in handy. Remember, everyone owns an umbrella and rain boots. (via Studio DIY)

Mr. and Mrs. Fox Costume

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Wes Anderson made us fall in love with this Roald Dahl classic all over again. If you don't have time to fashion an entire foxy ensemble, a simple mask or two should do the trick for an easy last-minute Halloween costume. (via A Beautiful Mess)

Frosé Slushie Cute Last-Minute Halloween Costume

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 Do you have a pink dress and access to a clear trash bag? Perfection. (via Club Crafted)

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