How to Dress Your Dog Up as a Cheese Plate for Halloween

Kelly Bryden
Oct 03, 2015

This happened :) Miss Brie dressed up as herself for Halloween. This costume was actually made by Brie’s Grandma, Rosa Vazquez, last year for Halloween. We loved it so much that we had to bring it to the office for a pet Halloween costume photo shoot. Rosa — we love your creative process and DIY skills. One million cheesy hugs and kisses to you!

Materials:

– cardboard

– doily + colored paper

– fake grapes

– cracker

– circular piece of foam

– white textured ribbon

– elastic or One-Wrap Velcro

Tools:

– pencil

– X-ACTO knife

– hot glue gun

Instructions:

1. Cut out a cardboard circle and adhere your colored paper and doily with hot glue.

2. Cut out a “cheese” slice from your foam or styrofoam “cheese wheel” and then add your white patterned ribbon with glue.

3. Glue your cheese, fake grapes and crackers onto your board to create your cheese plate.

Using a circular piece of foam (or styrofoam) is a great idea to replicate a wheel of cheese. Cut out a wedge to show that it’s been munched on and enjoyed. Hot glue it onto a cardboard circle covered with a doily and adorned with grapes and crackers.

Attach elastic strips, or One-Wrap Velcro, to your cheese plate to make this costume dog-wearable.

Get fancy with your cheese plate! Customize it to your pooch’s favorite cheese (cheddar?) and maybe add some fake salami to turn it into a charcuterie board.

Oh Miss Brie, you are so fancy with your bottle of red wine.



Model: Brie (with help from Sean Griffis)
Photography: Kurt Andre

Um, Fans Will “Hate Mike White” After ‘The White Lotus’ Finale This Weekend

I can't stop thinking about The White Lotus season finale this weekend — and whether the killer's been in front of our faces the whole time. And according to the White Lotus cast, there's a good chance no one will be able to stop talking about the ending...especially since one cast member thinks "people are going to hate Mike White" after it airs.

Here's what the cast had to say about The White Lotus finale for season 3 — and whether fans are going to "hate" creator Mike White when it's done.

'The White Lotus' cast is just as excited for the finale as we are.

Ahead of the White Lotus season 3 finale, and after all the drama of the last few episodes, creator Mike White, cast, and crew members spilled their guts to The Hollywood Reporter— including Patrick Schwarzenegger admitting he's "just excited to watch the finale with the rest of the world because I actually have no idea what happens."

While the biggest running theory is that one (or all) of the Ratliffs will die via poisonous fruit, actor Jon Gries promises that "whatever you think you know, you’re going to get it wrong." And according to Charlotte Le Bon, "people are going to hate Mike White" when the episode credits roll!

But even though it sounds like the finale will be pretty sad, Mike White says, "My hope is that it’ll feel like a cathartic sad or a satisfying sad and not a 'What the f—k?' sad, but people are going to have a million different opinions," he says. "You just hope you stick the landing."

And season 4 can't come soon enough.

As show creator, Mike White understands more than anyone what it feels like to get emotionally involved in The White Lotus. "To be honest, I’m a bit of a head case right now. I’m crying in my car," he tells THR. "This show is my whole life, then it’s over and I’m back in my house with my dog, trying to remember who my friends are and what did I do before the show."

"I don’t want to become one of those crazy people who’s lost the plot," he continues. "I had to take these MMPI psych tests, and they were like, 'You’ve become one standard deviation less nice than you were in 2018.' Yep, that sounds right."

Don't worry Mike. Considering The White Lotus season 4 is on its way, I'm confident you couldn't lose the plot even if you tried.

What time is The White Lotus finale?

The White Lotus season 3 finale airs on Sunday, April 6 at 9 PM EST.

How long is White Lotus finale season 3?

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The finale for The White Lotus is an hour and a half instead of the standard episode length. It's the longest White Lotus episode so far!

How many episodes are in season 3 of White Lotus?

The White Lotus season 3 is going to have 8 episodes total:

  • Season 3, Episode 1 "Same Spirits, New Forms" premiered on February 16, 2025
  • Season 3, Episode 2 "Special Treatments" premiered on February 23, 2025
  • Season 3, Episode 3 "The Meaning of Dreams" premiered on March 2, 2025
  • Season 3, Episode 4 "Hide or Seek" premiered on March 9, 2025
  • Season 3, Episode 5 "Full-Moon Party" premiered on March 16, 2025
  • Season 3, Episode 6 "Denials" premiered on March 23, 2025
  • Season 3, Episode 7 "Killer Instincts" premiered on March 30, 2025
  • Season 3, Episode 8 "Amor Fati" premieres on April 6, 2025

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5 “Flattering” Spring Outfit Formulas For Curvy Body Types

Spring fashion should be effortless, stylish, and most importantly, flattering for every body type. In the vein of ease, we like to keep a few simple outfit formulas on deck so deciding what to wear on sunny spring days isn’t a total chore! These 5 easy spring looks will have you feeling chic in no time, plus they complement your curves in all the best ways.

See our top 5 favorite spring outfit ideas for curvy gals that you’ll definitely wear on repeat.

1. Vest Top + Mid-Rise Jeans

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A New Day Long Line Vest

Vest tops are undeniably trendy right now. Plus, they’re always going to be flattering on big busts and curves because you can adjust the buttons to your body accordingly!

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Abercrombie & Fitch Curve Love Mid Rise Slouchy Jeans

Opting for a basic white or black vest top and pairing it with some mid-rise baggy (or wide-leg!) jeans creates a nice contrast between dressier and more casual vibes, so your look can be comfy – but still polished. The sleeveless-ness of the vest top will keep you cool in warmer weather, too!

From there, you can take the look in whatever way you want, wearing it with some sleek sandals or even cowgirl boots for western charm.

2. High-Waisted Linen Pants + Colorful Cardigan

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Old Navy High-Waisted Linen-Blend Super Wide-Leg Pants

High-waisted anything can be a great option for accentuating your curves, but linen pants are simply the premier choice for braving the warmer temps of springtime with ease. Shop for pairs with a drawstring waist, so you have the option of gently cinching your waistline and cleaning up your look.

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Quince Mongolian Cashmere Cardigan Sweater

Matching a frill-free pair of high-waisted linen pants (think plain white or black, or a simple striped number) with a basic tank and a colorful cardigan is another stunning spring outfit option for curvy bodies.

You’ll definitely want to reach for a cardigan on the lighter side, so you’re not stuck sweating too much. We recommend a butter yellow moment, since it’s the color of the season!

3. Biker Shorts + Long-Sleeve Button-Up

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All In Motion Everyday Soft Ultra High-Rise Bike Shorts

Biker shorts for the win, we say! If comfort is where your heart lies, this spring outfit formula is as cozy as it gets. Put on some simple black biker shorts, then layer a lightweight long-sleeve button-up on top for perhaps the easiest look you’ve ever pulled together.

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This casual ‘fit looks great with platform sandals and sneakers alike, so the accessorizing is truly up to you.

4. Peplum Top + Wide-Leg Pants

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Old Navy Sleeveless Lace Ruffle Top

Long gone are the exaggerated peplums of years past. Nowadays, you can find shirts with more subtle peplum shapes, all of which are supremely flattering for curvy body types because they create the illusion of a more seamless waistline.

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A New Day Mid-Rise Wide Leg Linen Pull-On Pants

To match the flared look of a peplum top, pair it with wide-leg pants for springtime. Whether it’s more of a linen material or just straight-up denim, it’ll mirror the peplum of it all and make you feel (and look!) oh-so cute. We love wearing this combo with loafers or ballet flats.

5. Mini Dress + Tall Boots

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Madewell Square Neck Linen Minidress

Dresses are pretty much all we reach for come spring and summer. If you simply cannot stand the thought of pants in the heat, we hear ya.

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Steve Madden Riggs Knee High Boots

An easy spring outfit formula to put together would definitely be a breezy white mini dress alongside some taller boots to match your proportions! You can easily layer this one up with a cardigan, button-up shirt, or a denim jacket if you need more coverage.

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The 9 Best TV Shows To Watch On Netflix This Month

A new month means plenty of new Netflix shows to watch. And boy oh boy is April a great month for TV! Netflix literally has something for every kind of TV lover this month. The final season of You, medical dramaPulse, and the romantic Western Ransom Canyon for anyone who's already missing 1923.

Here are the 9 best shows on Netflix in April 2025.

1. Black Mirror season 7 — On Netflix April 10, 2025

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Black Mirror is finally back and the new episodes promise to be just as crazy as the stories everyone's already obsessed with — including a sequel to "USS Callister."

Black Mirror season 7 premieres April 10 and stars Peter Capaldi, Paul Giamatti, Jimmi Simpson, Michele Austin, Harriet Walter, Rashida Jones, Tracee Ellis Ross, Will Poulter, Chris O'Dowd, Billy Magnussen, Cristin Milioti, Osy Ikhile, Asim Chaudhry, Issa Rae, Awkwafina, Siena Kelly, Patsy Ferran, Emma Corrin, Ben Bailey Smith, Paul G Raymond, Rosy McEwen, Lewis Gribben, Milanka Brooks, Michael Workeye, Amber Grappy, James Nelson Joyce, Josh Finan, and Jay Simpson.

2. Ransom Canyon — On Netflix April 17, 2025

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Three ranching families intersect in Ransom Canyon, which has all my favorite things: romance, drama, and horses. Not to mention the incredible cast!

Ransom Canyon premieres April 17 and stars Josh Duhamel, Minka Kelly, James Brolin, Eoin Macken, Lizzy Greene, Marianly Tejada, Jack Schumacher, Garrett Wareing, Andrew Liner, Jennifer Ens, Niko Guardado, Casey W. Johnson, Philip Winchester, Kate Burton, Brett Cullen, Tatanka Means, Jaren Robledo, Justin Johnson Cortez, and Kenneth Miller.

3. Stranger Things: The First Shadow — On Netflix April 22, 2025

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While we all wait for Stranger Things 5 this year, tune into this prequel stage adaptation, which follows the Creel family in 1959 Hawkins.

Stranger Things: The First Shadow premieres April 22 and stars Louis McCartney, Rosie Benton, Alex Breaux, Andrew Hovelson, Alison Jaye, T.R. Knight, Gabrielle Nevaeh, and Burke Swanson.

4. Battle Camp — On Netflix April 23, 2025

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All your favorite Netflix reality stars are competing in one giant reality competition — and their time is determined by a random, giant spinning wheel. And whoever becomes Netflix's ultimate reality competitor wins $250,000!

Battle Camp premieres April 23 and stars cast members from Love Is Blind, The Circle, Perfect Match, and even more Netflix shows.

5. You season 5 — On Netflix April 24, 2025

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Joe is back for one last season of You — and this time, he promises it "is the last time" he's going to be tested by love. Yikes.

You season 5 premieres April 24 and stars Penn Badgley, Madeline Brewer, Anna Camp, Charlotte Richie, and Griffin Matthews.

6. Love On The Spectrum season 3 — On Netflix Now

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This Netflix show follows a group of people on the autism spectrum as they navigate love and dating. And the series is so good, it's already Emmy-winning!

Love On The Spectrum season 3 premiered April 2 and stars Abbey, Madison, Adan, Connor, Dani, David, James, Madison, Pari, and Tanner.

7. Pulse — On Netflix Now

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3rd year resident Danny Simms steps into leadership when Chief Resident Xander Phillips is suspended...right as a hurricane locks the hospital down. And all the secrets about Danny and Xander's relationship definitely aren't helping.

Pulse premiered April 3 and stars Willia Fitzgerald, Colin Woodell, Justina Machado, Jack Bannon, Jessie T. Usher, Jessy Yates, Chelsea Muirhead, Daniela Nieves, Néstor Carbonell, Jessica Rothe, Santiago Segura, Ash Santos, and Arturo Del Puerto.

8. Adolescence — On Netflix Now

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13-year-old Jamie Miller becomes a suspect in one of his classmate's murders in this Netflix show. But the fact each episode is done in one shot is most shocking for a lot of viewers.

Adolescence stars Owen Cooper, Stephen Graham, Ashley Walters, and Erin Doherty.

9. Gone Girls: The Long Island Serial Killer — On Netflix Now

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Sex workers in New York City and Long Island had been disappearing when female remains were discovered in 2010. But questions remained until 2023, when corruption within the police force came to light.

Gone Girls: The Long Island Serial Killer is on Netflix now and is directed by Liz Garbus.

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