Beyoncé and Blue Ivy Twinned in Golden Gowns Inspired by Royalty

Beyoncé and daughter Blue Ivy are no strangers to a twinning moment — you might recall their matching Texas tuxedos, the green Gucci ensembles they rocked for mommy/daughter night at Beauty and the Beast, or the glam red carpet numbers they walked the 2016 MTV VMAs red carpet in below. Now, they’re at it again, with the superstar duo stealing the show at the second annual Wearable Art Gala this weekend, where they both showed off show-stopping golden gowns.

The “Formation” singer posted her mermaid-style dress to the ‘gram, leaving us in awe over its sheer, jewel-emblazoned curve-hugging bodice and fanned-out metallic gold skirt.

The wearable art came from Falguni Shane Peacock, a design house worn by the likes of Lady Gaga, Demi Lovato, and former Destiny’s Child pal, Kelly Rowland. But don’t expect to see these ladies in matching garb anytime soon: Queen Bey’s lavish look was custom-made to pay homage to some *other* historical queens — specifically, Nubian Queen Amanishakheto and Egyptian Queen Cleopatra.

As the mommy of three revealed in a playful bathroom selfie, daughter Blue Ivy was also channeling her inner goddess, with the mini-me swathed in a matching gold metallic dress with an impressive billowing shape. She topped off her look with an Egyptian-style headpiece that commanded MAJOR queenly attention.

Needless to say, creating gowns worthy of royalty was no small feat — Beyoncé’s frock, for one, reportedly took 10 days(!) to make.

It appeared well worth it in the end, however, giving the musician ties to warrior women that came before her. As designers Falguni and Shane Peacock explained to WWD. “The metallic cutouts are placed strategically to mimic the shape of armor, as worn by the Nubian armies. We wanted to create an art statement, taking inspiration from the Nubian warrior queen. We felt it was the perfect inspiration when designing for such a strong woman like Beyoncé.”

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After almost 17 years of marriage, Jessica Alba just officially split from her husband, Cash Warren. TMZ reported that the actress and film producer have been separated for a while now, and this article seems to make everything even more official. Here's everything we know so far about the breakup — including how long it seems like the pair's actually been split up.

Here's everything we know about Jessica Alba's split from husband, Cash Warren.

On January 8, 2025, sources spilled to TMZ about Jessica Alba and Cash Warren's separation. The sources shared that the couple is allegedly "moving forward" with a divorce, so unfortunately it doesn't seem like this split is a short-term solution.

TMZreported that both Jessica and have gone in public without wedding rings recently — Jessica as recent as the Golden Globes afterparties on January 5, 2025. Apparently, one of the last times the two were spotted publicly was back in November 2024. Outside of that, the couple celebrated their son's birthday at Universal Studios together in January, but it's unclear how official the separation was at that point.

According to PEOPLE, Jessica and Cash got engaged in 2007, after meeting on the set of Fantastic Four back in 2004. They got married and stayed together for 16 years, welcoming three children to their family: Honor (16), Haven (13), and Hayes (7).

Back in 2021, Alba told PEOPLE that they tend to "over-communicate" in order to best support each other and their different needs. She said that they don't have a "secret" to making it work — they "just need to check in with each other."

Whatever happens next, we hope that Jessica, Cash, and their kids are able to find peace and happiness throughout this major transition.

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After spending decades in the entertainment industry, some celebs like Pamela Anderson have opted for a makeup-free look. No one can forget when she stunned photographers right before Paris Fashion Week's Vivienne Westwood show last year by rocking a bare face. She told Vogue France, she wasn't thinking about not "wearing any makeup." However, she didn't want to "compete with the clothes" she was wearing. She felt "freedom" from not trying to "be the prettiest girl in the room" which speaks volumes to us!

Now, Pamela continues to embrace the no-makeup life — and not only does she look gorgeous, but she seems SO happy! The star shared recently how this lifestyle change impacts her day-to-day, and it's honestly incredibly relatable. Here's what she had to say!

Here's what Pamela Anderson just said about adopting a no-makeup life!

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1. It saves her a lot of time.

Pamela Anderson stopped by the Live with Kelly and Markshow to talk about filming The Last Showgirl, her childhood, and how not wearing makeup has been beneficial for her. While her makeup-free clip from the episode isn't available on YouTube, PEOPLE reports hosts Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos asking her how her decision has changed her life.

Ripa started with, "You don't travel with a glam squad. How liberating is that for you," while Consuelos followed with, "And how much time have you gotten back?"

The former Baywatch star said she's "saved a lot of time" and admitted that her sons "used to say that I spent half my life in a makeup chair."

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2. She feels more focused in general.

Pamela Anderson also admitted things feel easier for her in general. "I feel like I could focus better when I did the film, too." And her life outside of that? She said she's "gotten out of wearing makeup and it's been fun."

It's interesting because Kelly Ripa shared she's been inspired by Pamela Anderson's makeup-free choice. She remembers not wearing makeup for a short while and said to herself, "'Pamela Anderson is a genius." Kelly even thought for a moment, "This is the way to live." We're so here for it!

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3. She lives for a glam moment, but appreciates simplicity now.

Pamela's all for being makeup-free now, but she's not bashing glam moments. She actually "loved it" because "it's fun when you're new in the business and you get all this attention." She's just at a point where she's "done that" and wants to "simplify and keep it low key."

She really does "love being elegant, sophisticated" but has found what "works best" for her.

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Lordy, lordy, these celebrities are officially turning 40 in 2025! While we all logically know we each get older every year, there's something shocking when your favorite child star (I'm looking at you Raven-Symoné) hits this kind of major milestone. From Olympic athletes to reality legends, you won't believe who's "over the hill" in 2025.

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Amanda Seyfried

Birthday: December 3, 1985

She's a mouse, duh! All jokes aside, this actress is honestly in her prime. Look out for her in The Housemaid alongside Sydney Sweeney and Brandon Sklenar!

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Anna Kendrick

Birthday: August 9, 1985

Real ones know her as Jessica from Twilight, but this Pitch Perfectsinger is always a star in our book! She just directed and starred in Woman of the Hour, now streaming on Netflix. Honestly though, we can't wait to see her highly-anticipated sequel A Simple Favor 2with Blake Lively.

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Ashley Tisdale

Birthday: July 2, 1985

Bop, bop, bop straight to the top—er, or to 40! Your fave Disney Channel diva, the Sharpay Evans herself is officially turning 40 this year! While we loved her back in the DCOM days, Ashley Tisdale is a mom and entrepreneur we love to look up to now!

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Audrina Patridge

Birthday: May 9, 1985

The Hills are alive...and they're turning 40. I thought Audrina was THAT girl back in the day — and TBH she still is! She's a mother of one now, and her daughter Kirra is TOO cute!

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Billy Magnussen

Birthday: April 20, 1985

If you haven't seen Billy Magnussen in Made for Love, do yourself a favor and go watch it ASAP. He plays a love-obsessed tech mogul that gives Cristin Milioti everything she could ever want...but is it right? Seriously, it's such a fantastic, weird show. And if you don't recognize him from that, you may know him from Into the Woods or The Many Saints of Newark (that one's for you, Sopranos fans).

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Bruno Mars

Birthday: October 8, 1985

He might have 24 karat magic in the air...but he's got 40 years on the cal! Singer Bruno Mars has so many hits (and they're all about to be stuck in your head in 3...2...1...). Celebrate the "Versace on the Floor" singer's 40th by playing all your fave songs of his this year!

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Chace Crawford

Birthday: July 18, 1985

Hey Upper East Siders, have you heard? Our very own Nate Archibald — I mean, Chace Crawford is turning 40 this July! But that's not stopping our heartthrob from getting hotter! He continues to star in Amazon Prime's The Boys...and in all of Miles and Keleigh Teller's TikTok videos! XOXO, Gossip Girl.

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Chrissy Teigen

Birthday: November 30, 1985

This model and mother of four has kept us laughing for years — and now that she's turning 40, we're sure she'll bring even more of that Chrissy Teigen realness our way! Fingers crossed she gives us more cook books, more quips, and more cute snaps of her adorable kids this year!

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Ciara

Birthday: October 25, 1985

Ciara is That Girl, and then some. She's served body for YEARS, and 40 isn't gonna stop her from serving even more. The WAG extraordinaire welcomed her fourth child to the world in December 2023, and we honestly can't get enough of her beautiful, blended family with Russell Wilson!

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Dave Franco

Birthday: June 12, 1985

Dave Franco and Alison Brie are everything to me, so I'm excited to see how these two ring in his 40th birthday together! There's just something about the two of them that's both down-to-earth and downright stunning at the same time. Here's to them both getting even hotter in their 40s!

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Derek Hough

Birthday: May 17, 1985

Dancer extraordinaire, Derek Hough is officially joining the "over the hill" club this year! He's danced through life up to now, and we're sure his 40s will be no different!

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Frankie Muniz

Birthday: December 5, 1985

Agent Cody Banks is turning 40. I repeat: Agent Cody Banks is turning 40! I was totally in my spy era when that movie came out, so I was sure I'd be the perfect sidekick to his spying escapades. Bubble gum, bubble gum in a dish, anyone?

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Hayley Duff

Birthday: February 19, 1985

Material girl, Hayley Duff is entering her 40s era! Big sister to Hilary, these two were inseparable back in the day. I mean, how many times did I listen to their cover of "Material Girls"?! (The limit did not exist)

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Jonathan Groff

Birthday: March 26, 1985

Broadway baby, Jonathan Groff is turning 40! After just winning the Tony Award for "Best Actor in a Musical" last year for his performance in Merrily We Roll Along last year, it's safe to say JGroff just keeps getting better with age! He's starred in stage (Spring Awakening) and screen (Frozen, Mindhunter) alike, and we can't wait to see what he does next!

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Kaley Cuoco

Birthday: November 30, 1985

Funny lady Kaley Cuoco is joining the 40 club! She wowed everyone for years in The Big Bang Theory, only to continue her incredible career in hit shows like The Flight Attendant and Based on a True Story. She recently welcomed a new baby AND got engaged to Tom Pelphrey. Here's to 40 being even better!

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Keira Knightley

Birthday: March 26, 1985

Love Actuallystar Keira Knightley has been an It Girl for YEARS. Right now, everyone can't stop raving about her new Netflix show, Black Doves — but TBH, we're still rewatching her iconic period drama, Pride & Prejudice. BRB while I look for a page boy hat like hers to style in 2025!

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Lana Del Rey

Birthday: June 21, 1985

Brush away that summertime sadness — our favorite Cancer turns 40 this year! Queen of the Sad Girls Club, Lana Del Rey took the 2010s (and Tumblr) by storm, making her mark on the world with her music. Now, she's BFFs with Taylor Swift — oh, and she recently got married! Mazel!

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Lily Allen

Birthday: May 2, 1985

Discovering Lily Allen in my youth was perfect for my little "not like other girls" heart back in the day. Her music was edgy and eclectic and so very British. I couldn't get enough of it! She's clearly maintained her cool factor throughout the years too — just look at her gorgeous Brooklyn home!

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Michael Phelps

Birthday: June 30, 1985

When you think of the Olympics, it's likely you think about Michael Phelps. The swimming icon won medals, broke records, and cemented himself as a national treasure. Now, the father of four is a mental health advocate who speaks up about his own struggles with depression in order to help others understand (and work on) their own journeys.

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Michelle Trachtenberg

Birthday: October 11, 1985

Upper East Siders, I'm back with another 40-year-old to gossip about. Georgina Sparks — AKA Michelle Trachtenberg — is over the hill, but we're so not over her! This actress starred in all our fave movies and shows, from Ice Princess to Buffy the Vampire Slayer.

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Raven-Symoné

Birthday: December 10, 1985

I'm getting a vision...and it's Raven-Symoné turning 40 this December! The Disney Channel star has graced our screens since she was very little, so it's crazy to think that she's old enough to literally turn 40. The actress married Miranda Maday in 2020, and the two seem very happy together — yay!

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Troian Bellisario

Birthday: October 28, 1985

This pretty little liar is officially turning 40 in October! We loved watching Spencer try to crack the case back in the ABC Family days, and now she's teasing a return to Suits — another beloved binge watch!

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Whitney Port

Birthday: March 4, 1985

Seriously, the fact that more than one star of The Hills is turning 40 this year has me SHOOK. Whitney Port, Lauren Conrad's BFF, turns 40 this March! Can we get a reunion soon, please?!

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Do you hear wedding bells? Because after Tom Holland and Zendaya's engagement, Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco's engagement, and those Suki Waterhouse and Robert Pattinson marriage rumors, it appears Hollywood does. And after all those Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift engagement rumors, Travis just spilled on his ideal wedding timeline — that's right, it appears our favorite IRL rom-com couple could be thinking about tying the knot!

Here's what Travis Kelce had to say about his least favorite time of year to get married.

Travis Kelce wants to avoid THIS wedding season for one reason.

@britandco#greenscreen do you think any of these will come true?! #taylorswift#traviskelce#tayvis#travistaylor#thealchemy#prpredictions♬ the alchemy ts sped up - Swiftie_Jean-Alex 😁✨

On a new episode of the New Heights podcast he hosts with brother Jason, Travis Kelce revealed he would like to avoid an autumn wedding day. And the reason is literally so on brand it makes me laugh.

After a listener revealed over the phone that his girlfriend wants to schedule their wedding during football season, Travis admits that "I actually don't know people who've gotten married in the fall."

"My friends always do it in the summer," he says. "I've seen weddings everywhere but the fall. So, I'm not sure if the fall is a good wedding season."

The weather of an autumn wedding (not to mention the incredible aesthetic of the wedding photos!!) have always made it seem so dreamy. Plus, I've attended more than one summer wedding (some on the beach!) and it can get toasty under the summer sun. Spring then, Travis?

Travis' comments come after he responded to rumors that he'd pop the question to girlfriend Taylor Swift. During the June 1 Big Slick Celebrity Weekend's onstage comedy sketch, Ted Lasso star Jason Sudeikis asked Travis about a potential engagement. "Hey Travis, real talk, OK, just the guys here," Jason says. "When are you going to make an honest woman out of her?"

"Guys," Travis says, "you're really pushing it." It's a pretty kind way to say back off!! I'm excited for whenever Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce tell us they're engaged — should they choose to share at all.

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Ah, a new year – the perfect time to reevaluate and refresh your routine, diet, home, and of course, your closet! I always try to take the time at the top of a new year to clean out the pieces that don’t serve me anymore, and the one thing I tend to comb through the most is my shoe collection. From sneakers to sandals and boots to clogs, I typically come across several outdated pairs that make me wonder why I even wore them in the first place!

In the vein of going all-in on a brand-new beginning for your shoe collection in 2025, you’re gonna want to know these 5 outdated winter shoe trends to start the year off right – and in style.

These are the top 5 outdated winter shoe trends for 2025, plus the best styles to wear instead.

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1. Tall UGG boots

Tall UGG boots are so 2010. They can be clunky, annoyingly warm on the feet, and tend to make your body proportions look… funky.

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UGG Classic Ultra Mini Boots

Instead, opt for the UGGs all the cool girls are wearing well into winter 2025: the Classic Mini. These boots don’t rise nearly as high on your legs, lengthening and flattering your figure.

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UGG Classic Ultra Mini Platform Boots

UGG even sells a shorter style called the Ultra Mini, which you can also snag in a platform silhouette.

UGGs are undoubtedly winter-ready since they’re lined with shearling on the inside to keep your toes warm. If you’re worried about snow or ice getting to them, you can get an UGG boot guard or spray your pair down in waterproof and stain-proof protectant.

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2. Platform shoes

I hate to say it, but platform shoes seem to be on their way out for 2025. And I get it – platform shoes like Mary Janes and loafers can be impractical, especially if you have to commute in treacherous winter conditions like snow.

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Urban Outfitters Matilda Mary Jane Ballet Flats

Instead, the fashion world is blowing up with lower-profile shoe designs, meaning they don’t have as much height to them.

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Sam Edelman Denise Penny Loafer

Opt for low-lying ballet flats, loafers, and Mary Janes to keep your shoe game subtle, yet stylish in 2025.

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AGL The Chunky Biker Lug Sole Leather Boots

3. Round-toe boots

We’re going to be seeing less and less round-toe boots (and round-toe shoes in general) this coming year. They were definitely popular at a point in time, but a lot of fashion fiends nowadays are wearing the more eye-catching, and even more sultry shoe designs that include square or pointed toes.

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Jeffrey Campbell Lights Out Moto Boots

Try out these square-toe boots to instantly elevate your outfits in 2025.

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Dolce Vita Shadie Waterproof Pointed Toe Chelsea Boots

Pointed-toe boots are also undeniably chic.

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Moon Boot Classic Low 2 Water Repellent Nylon Boots

4. Moon boots

It could just be me living near a ton of mountain towns, but Moon boots are a winter shoe trend I’m simply tired of seeing. They stick out like a sore thumb when it comes to snow boots, plus even though they have a hefty price tag, they don’t necessarily stand out from other similar snow boots, other than the fact that they have a big logo stamped across them for curb appeal.

Moon boots have gotta go. Try other warm (and less obnoxious) snow boot styles, like the ones below.

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Sorel Tivoli V Faux Fur Lined Waterproof Boots

These cozy, lined boots are way less bulky but still provide great traction and protection against snowy weather.

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Hunter Amble Booties

These insulated booties ensure you stay comfy, warm, and dry this season – all while looking stylish!

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Fila Disruptor II Sneakers

5. Chunky sneakers

I fear chunky sneakers – like the ever-popular Fila Disruptors – are simply out of style. They’ve been done over and over again, and instead, the fashion girls are showing off in something entirely brand-new.

In case you didn’t know, sleek platform sneakers – most notably the Adidas Gazelles or Handball Spezials – are so in. They’re practically the “It” girl shoes that keep on giving.

Shop my fave styles below.

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Adidas Gazelle Bold Shoes

The stacked soles on these shoes are everything.

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Ash Mae Buckle Hi Top Sneakers

This familiar shoe style is elevated even more with an edgy buckle design.

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