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Making fancy cocktail recipes always puts us in the mood to have a good time – and putting together edible garnishes atop floral beverages just adds that *special something* to a classic cocktail that might've been quite boring without them.
But sometimes we don't feel like having to mix up an elaborate drink (even if it's supposedly healthier than our usual sip) just to quench our cocktail craving. Believe it or not, mixology doesn't have to be complicated. These deliciously simple cocktail recipes feature all kinds of flavors that work with every palate!
Some of these drinks look complicated, while some of them look simple, but they're *all* quick and easy options for any dinner parties, or to sip on during a Super Bowl watch party. These easy cocktail recipes will take the hard work out of bartending, so you can spend more time enjoying the fruits of your labor — not to mention, impressing your guests. Scroll for endless easy cocktail options!
What are the 6 basic cocktails?
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The top 6 basic cocktails are: Old Fashioned, Daiquiri, Martini, Whiskey Highball, Flip, and Sidecar.
What are the 10 most popular cocktails?
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- Old Fashioned
- Moscow Mule
- Negroni
- Mojito
- Whiskey Sour
- Daiquiri
- Margarita
- Mai Tai
- Bloody Mary
- Manhattan
Easy Cocktail Recipes For Every Season
Brit + Co
Blood Orange Mezcal Cocktail
Grab some mezcal, lime juice, and blood orange soda for this cocktail. You're going to need plenty of it, especially if you're making drinks for your friends. Feel free to snack on blood orange slices while you make the cocktail! (via Brit + Co)
The Southern Millennial
Citrus Rosé Sangria Cocktail Recipe
Rosé all day, please. What's a better cocktail to sip on than something light and fruity? We used oranges, lemons, and limes to create a drink we'll be sipping all summer long. (via Brit + Co)
Ginger Minj
Caramel Apple Cocktail
This fun cocktail is like the classic, delicious treat in drink form. It's sure to become your new fave! (via Brit + Co)
Bailey's
Chocolate Martini
You can never have too much chocolate in your life, so this easy cocktail recipe is a slam dunk. (via Brit + Co)
@thespritzeffect
"Speak Now" Spritz
Who knew Taylor Swift could play a part in your cocktails? These ones are inspired by her "Speak Now" album and are so fun and colorful. (via Brit + Co)
Brit + Co
Bubbly Cranberry Cocktail
This cocktail has notes of sweet honey, fresh tart cranberries, rosemary, and cardamom. Basically, it's fall in a drink. (via Brit + Co)
Kelly Pettit
Aperol Spritz
This delicious spritz incorporates yummy pears for a drink you won't forget. We love fun cocktail recipes for fall. (via Brit + Co)
Brit + Co
Red Bull Candy Cocktail
This sweet cocktail tastes like candy in liquid form! (via Brit + Co)
A Spicy Perspective
Vegas Bomb Shot
This is a classic easy cocktail recipe that you can have on hand for any party this year. The combo of whiskey, peach schnapps, and Red Bull might not sound like your go-to drink mix, but just trust us on this. (via A Spicy Perspective)
Imagelicious
Sparkling Campari Orange Cocktail Recipe
Slightly bitter and slightly sweet, this drink is full of fizzies, which convinces us that it's just as good for winter as it is for summer. The best part is that this drink is refreshingly simple to make. (via Imagelicious)
Absolut Elyx
The Elyx Spritz
Mix 1.5 oz Absolut Elyx Vodka and 1.5 oz Lillet Rose in a highball glass, then top with Fever Tree Elderflower Tonic and add a lemon. Stir this cocktail recipe gently and add a lemon wheel garnish. (via Absolut Elyx)
Lisa’s Dinnertime Dish
Jameson Old Fashioned
It's always time to sip on something familiar. Swap bourbon for Irish whiskey in this remake of the classic old fashioned. (via Lisa’s Dinnertime Dish)
Tito's Vodka
Tito's Cherry Limeade
Unlock some serious nostalgia with this grown-up version of a cherry limeade. What makes it an easy cocktail is the addition of only 4 ingredients – cherry-infused Tito's, limeade, and a vibrant lime and cherry garnish. (via Tito's Vodka)
Tastefully Eclectic
Whiskey Sour Punch
Mix up this sweet and sour whiskey punch for your party crew. There's more than enough to go around, no matter how many guests end up showing. (via Tastefully Eclectic)
Patrón
Patrón Tequila Watermelon Patio Punch
Slice off the end of a watermelon so that it stands flat. Slice off the opposite end to make a "lid" and hollow it out (saving the flesh and juices). Blend until liquified and strain. Mix 25 oz Patrón Silver, 4 cups watermelon juice, 1 cup fresh lime juice, 1 cup simple syrup, 0.5 teaspoons salt, and add to the hollowed out watermelon. You can also add a watermelon tap if you have one, or use the watermelon as a punch bowl. (via Patrón)
Baker by Nature
Easy Pomegranate Margaritas
With five ingredients and 10 minutes, you can churn out this easy cocktail recipe for any last-minute plans. Aside from the fact that it tastes good, we're also obsessed with pomegranates, so we give this one two thumbs up. (via Baker by Nature)
Jennifer Meyering
Pumpkin Apple Shandy
You’ll want to drink this classic cocktail made from apple cider and pumpkin beer all year long. With both of these iconic flavors in one drink, you can have the best of both fall worlds. (via Jennifer Meyering)
Barley & Sage
Lemon Drop Martini
This mixed drink packs the perfect amount of tartness, balanced out with some good old sugary sweetness. This is one of those cocktail recipes that reminds us of summer, so we'll keep sipping it to manifest the warmer season. (via Barley & Sage)
Mixop
Grapefruit Martini
Just 5 ingredients allow you to work your way to a refreshing cocktail! This grapefruit-clad drink is perfect for end-of-summer gatherings. (via Mixop)
Frosting Shots
Crazy for Crust
Frosting Shots
These two-ingredient shots taste just like a celebration. Anyone with a serious sweet tooth will want to get their hands on these sugary shots. (via Crazy for Crust)
Canción
Canción Habañero Mango Margarita
There's nothing like a delicious mango flavor to put you in a sunny mood! The best cocktail recipes are ones that channel summer. Shake 1.5 oz infused Canción Tequila, 0.5 oz triple sec, 2 oz lime juice, and 0.25 oz Finest Call Mango Puree together, then serve the mix over ice with a Tajin rim and an orange wheel garnish. (via Canción)
The Chunky Chef
Kentucky Lemonade
Here’s a cocktail you’ll want to sip all year: sparkling lemonade spiked with bourbon. We're big fans of all things bubbly, so this drink is getting added to our list, stat. (via The Chunky Chef)
Gimme Some Oven
Oaxacan Rusty Nail
For a drink that lives up to its name, try this take on the rusty nail, made with mezcal, Drambuie, and bitters. Don't worry, there's no actual rust involved. (via Gimme Some Oven)
Patrón
Patrón Tequila Mockingbird
Combine 1.5 oz Patrón Silver, 2 oz fresh watermelon juice, 0.15 oz fresh lime juice, 4 fresh basil leaves, fresh black pepper drops, and some simple syrup to taste. Shake the mixture with ice, then strain it onto fresh ice in a a double old fashioned glass and garnish with a watermelon slice. (via Patrón)
Culinary Hill
Moscato Sangria
Sangria is *so* simple to make since it's prepped in a large batch. If you're serving a party, this classic fruity drink is a must-make. (via Culinary Hill)
Barley & Sage
Sparkling Fig Cocktail
Vodka, champagne, figs and sprinkle of sugar come together to make this fancy-lookin' easy cocktail that really isn't all that involved. If you have a few minutes to spare, try this delicious sip out for yourself! Figs go *amazing* in cocktail recipes. (via Barley & Sage)
The Cookie Rookie
Pink Champagne Sangria Cocktail Recipe
We love a fruity cocktail, and this champagne, grapefruit, and pomegranate sparkler is no exception. Say hello to your new pink drink sip. (via The Cookie Rookie)
Live Eat Learn
Easy Bourbon Slush
Okay, but have you ever tried bourbon slush-ified? This recipe is reminiscent of an Arnold Palmer, too, which gives it some amazing flavor, not to mention the pleasing texture. (via Live Eat Learn)
The Blond Cook
Creamsicle Delight Cocktail
A mixture of whipped-cream vodka, orange juice, and ginger ale, this cocktail tastes just like a popsicle. Don't forget to add a maraschino cherry before serving! (via The Blond Cook)
Crazy for Crust
Irish Cream Pie Cocktail
With its sugar-cookie rim, this Irish cream pie cocktail is perfect for dessert. It's also a great excuse to make sugar cookiesto pair. Coffee and vodka are def a power duo for cocktail recipes. (via Crazy for Crust)
Olive You Whole
Clean Blackberry Mint Prosecco Cocktail Recipe
This is a great cocktail for anyone who loves blackberries because it's definitely the star of the recipe. Mint adds a wonderful flavor contrast, while the Prosecco adds a bubbly experience that you can't miss! (via Olive You Whole)
Most Hungry
The Negroni
Whether you're in need of a drink to go with your dinner or with your favorite holiday movie, this is a simple and classy choice that you can sip on all night long. Just don't forget the iconic orange zest in your cocktail recipes. (via Most Hungry)
Barley & Sage
Empress Gin French 75 Easy Cocktail Recipe
There's a good chance that if a cocktail is in a fun color, we're more likely to drink it. So, you'll understand why we immediately bookmarked this gorgeous drink! The fact that it has a combo of champagne and lemon juice doesn't hurt, either. (via Barley & Sage)
Culinary Hill
Irish Coffee
Dissolve some brown sugar in whiskey, then add boiling coffee and a layer of frothy cream right on top for the best Irish coffee around. Another trick you can do is pouring your cream over a cold spoon so that it floats on the rest of the drink. Coffee lovers, unite! (via Culinary Hill)
Forks & Foliage
Lebanese Avocado and Strawberry Cocktail
This booze-less fancy drink makes for a great evening treat or breakfast addition. It's got avocado, strawberries, almonds, and honey that all mix together for something sweet and creamy. Add in a splash of your fave spirit to make it pop! (via Forks & Foliage)
Amanda Wilens
Strawberry Iced Tea Cocktail and Mocktail
Picture yourself sippin' something sweet outside on the porch, and this iced tea cocktail comes into view. It's the perfect summer drink, but we'll take any excuse to make it any season. (via Amanda Wilens)
Cilantro Parsley
Tamarind Margarita
If you're a regular margarita drinker, try this twist on the classic. It features Tamarind syrup, tequila, lime juice, and Tajin for an unexpected, complex, and flavorful addition to your happy hour. Creative cocktail recipes FTW! (via Cilantro Parsley)
Crazy for Crust
Berry Lemonade Margaritas
Citrusy and sweet, these raspberry lemonade margaritas are just the thing to drink when you're dreaming about warmer days *and* when it starts getting hot again. (via Crazy for Crust)
Growing Up Gabel
Peach Vodka Martinis Simple Cocktail
Made with just three ingredients, these peachy martinis are too good to pass up. Have these mixed drinks at a bridal shower or at brunch. They go great with any occasion! (via Growing Up Gabel)
Foodness Gracious
Frozen Orange Prosecco
Trade in your frozé for this citrusy froz-ecco. Even though it's frozen, the orange flavor gives it a wintertime twist. (via Foodness Gracious)
Tito's Vodka
Tito's Summer Spice
Shake some Tito's, hibiscus liqueur, and lime juice together to craft a balanced easy cocktail! (via Tito's Vodka)
Canción
Canción Lyrical Mint Margarita
Raspberry lemonade, tequila and club soda?! We'll take two, please! For a big batch of this drink, mix 1 bottle of Canción Blanco Tequila, 1 can of frozen lemonade, 32 oz water, 32 oz seltzer or club soda, 12 oz raspberry juice, and garnish with fresh mint. (via Canción)
Hungry by Nature
The Bee’s Knees
Honey lovers, take note — you'll want to memorize this simple cocktail. It features a honey syrup that you'll want to add to everything from here on out. (via Hungry by Nature)
Mixop
Grilled Pineapple Margarita
This easy cocktail will pair superbly well with your summer BBQ plans. (via Mixop)
Stetted
Mason Jar Margaritas
Mix up a batch of these mason jar margaritas, then let guests help themselves at your next get-together. Everyone will be happy when you make cocktail recipes like this! If you're a salt rim kind of person, go for it! (via Stetted)
Culinary Hill
Espresso Martini
Four ingredients (including your favorite coffee liqueur), and you've got yourself a delicious sip that you might've just paid a nonsense $15 for if you had gone out. Just keeping it real! (via Culinary Hill)
Dishes Delish
New York Sour Cocktail
Bourbon, red wine, lemon juice, and simple syrup are all you need to make this easy cocktail. You probably already have a lot of that at home! (via Dishes Delish)
Cozy Cravings
Guava Margarita
A good margarita can never be passed up, especially this uniquely-flavored guava one. You'll need four ingredients and a hearty shake to make the easiest drink ever. (via Cozy Cravings)
Dos Hombres
Es Berry Berry Good Cocktail
Shake 1.5 oz Dos Hombres mezcal, 1/2 oz blackberry purée, 1/2 oz lime juice, 1/4 oz velvet falernum, and 3/4 oz pineapple juice, and serve on the rocks for a delicious and refreshing cocktail! (via Dos Hombres)
Stress Baking
Raspberry Rosé Sangria
With just a few fresh raspberries and a splash of soda, a bottle of rosé gets transformed into a sangria reminiscent of summer. We'll be counting down the months until it warms up outside! (via Stress Baking)
Yes to Yolks
Piña Colada Punch
This piña colada punch makes a long weekend at home feel like a mini vacation no matter what time of year it is. Add some mini umbrellas for the full experience. (via Yes to Yolks)
Nolet's
Nolet's Watermelon Slushy
Cut a watermelon into chunks that are the size of ice cubes, and freeze for two hours on a tray lined with parchment paper. Make a mint lime syrup by heating 1 cup sugar, 1/4 cup fresh lime juice, 1 bunch of fresh mint, and 3/4 cup water in a saucepan until the sugar dissolves. Blend the frozen watermelon chunks and a 1/2 cup of the syrup until it's a slushy consistency. Add Nolet's Silver Gin, pour, and garnish with watermelon, mint, and black sesame seeds! (via Nolet's)
Imagelicious
Micheladas
Like a cross between beer and a Bloody Mary, Micheladas are the savory brunch cocktail recipes you’ve been missing out on. And yes, that is shrimp in the cocktail. (via Imagelicious)
Simmer and Sauce
Blood Orange Margarita
Colorful blood orange juice makes these margaritas immediately seem more dramatic, though the recipe itself stays simple, so that it's easy for you to make yourself. (via Simmer and Sauce)
Nolet's
Nolet’s Watermelon Cooler
Muddle 4 basil leaves with a 1/2 cup of watermelon in the bottom of a shaker. Add ice, 1.5 oz Nolet's Silver Gin, 0.5 oz elderflower liqueur, and 0.5 oz lemon juice, then shake until chilled. Strain into a balloon glass and garnish with a basil leaf! (via Nolet's)
Tito's Vodka
Grapefruit Groove
Get ready to shake the most refreshing sip of the summer using Tito's, grapefruit juice, lime juice, and agave nectar. (via Tito's Vodka)
Whitney Bond
Spiked Ginger Lemonade
Robust ginger beer mixes with fresh lemon juice and vodka perfectly. The result? These bracingly bold drinks that you can serve in a fun mule mug. (via Whitney Bond)
Lisa and Erika of Boozy Kooties, Swerve, and FitVine
Spiced Pear and Bourbon Sparkler
Combine 1 cup pear juice, a 2-inch nub of ginger (peeled and sliced), 2 cinnamon sticks, and 5 cloves in a pot. Cover and simmer over low heat for 10 minutes. Take off the heat and add 1/4 cup of lightly packed brown sugar. Stir until fully mixed, cool, and strain. This is your Spiced Pear Simple Syrup, and it can last in the fridge for up to one week!
Then, pour 1.5 ounces of bourbon, the syrup, 0.5 ounces of lemon juice, and ice into a cocktail shaker and shake for 30 seconds (or until the surface of the cocktail shaker is cool to the touch). Strain over a chilled coupe glass and top with Prosecco! (via Lisa and Erika of Boozy Kooties, Swerve, and FitVine)
Joyful Healthy Eats
Citrus White Wine Sangria Cocktail Recipe
Made with white wine, this sangria is a little lighter than its crimson counterpart, which is great for anyone who doesn't like heavy drinks, but still wants to take part in the fun. (via Joyful Healthy Eats)
Dishes Delish
Watermelon-Infused Vodka
On the rocks or sipped with soda, it’s hard to go wrong with the fresh taste of this homemade watermelon vodka. Watermelon cocktail recipes always taste super refreshing! (via Dishes Delish)
The Endless Meal
Sweet and Spicy Pineapple Margaritas
These tropical margaritas are made just a little spicy thanks to a sugar, salt, and cayenne pepper rim. It'll give you just enough of a kick! (via The Endless Meal)
West of the Loops
Lavender Mojitos
If you're a fan of lavender recipes, then you have to make this easy cocktail recipe. Lavender sparkling soda is the secret to making these easy floral mojitos. (via West of the Loops)
The Every Kitchen
Skinny Salty Dog
Grapefruit vodka and seltzer water put a healthier twist on the Salty Dog, a cocktail recipe usually made with grapefruit juice and plain vodka. (via The Every Kitchen)
Cozy Cravings
Tequila Mule
This easy cocktail recipe only requires three ingredients (tequila, lime juice, and ginger beer) for a flavor combo that is classic for a reason! Serve in a classic mule mug with extra limes. (via Cozy Cravings)
Crowded Kitchen
Cucumber Gin Cocktail
Aside from its bright green hue, this stunning cocktail is the ultimate refresher. (via Crowded Kitchen)
Rachel Mansfield
Easy Triple Citrus Margarita
This is a healthy take on the classic margarita – with a fruity twist. It still has the mezcal and tequila that you usually add to your drinks, but features a healthy soda alternative. Plus, it only takes five minutes to put together. (via Rachel Mansfield)
The Endless Meal
Maple Old Fashioned
We love how maple makes anything taste more autumnal, and this five minute, easy cocktail recipe has fall written all over it. If you can't resist fall flavors, even in spring, this drink is the one for you. (via The Endless Meal)
Patrón
Patrón Watermelon Basil Margarita
Shake 1.5 oz Patrón Reposado, 1 oz fresh watermelon juice or puree, 1 oz fresh lime juice, 1 oz agave nectar, and 3 basil leaves in a shaker with ice. Strain onto fresh ice in a double old fashioned glass, and garnish with a basil leaf and watermelon wedge. (via Patrón)
Mythology Distillery
Mythology Gin Fizz Recipe
You'll love the foam on this drink — it's almost like the cappuccino of cocktails. Dry shake 2 oz Mythology Needle Pig Gin, 0.75 simple syrup, 8 drops lavender bitters, 1 egg white, then add ice and shake again once foamy. Double strain into a Collins glass with no ice and top with soda until the foam reaches the top. Sprinkle with lavender. (via Mythology Distillery)
Mythology Distillery
Mythology Garden Gnome Cocktail Recipe
We can't wait to sip this Garden Gnome cocktail in the garden because, well, where else would we drink it? Shake 1.5 oz Mythology Needle Pig Gin, 0.25 oz dolin genepy, 0.5 simple syrup, 0.75 lime juice, and 1 oz cucumber basil puree, then strain into a Collins glass over ice. Top with soda, black pepper, and garnish with a cucumber wheel. (via Mythology Distillery)
Culinary Hill
Champagne Cocktail
Let's be real — you never need a real excuse to pour out a little champagne in your cocktail recipes. These easy cocktails elevate your go-to drink just a little more! (via Culinary Hill)
Sorel Liqueur
Sorel Spritzer
Combine 2oz sparkling wine and 1oz Sorel in a champagne flute and garnish with an edible hibiscus flower for an easy wintertime sip! (via Sorel Liqueur)
Amanda Wilens
Lavender Lemonade Cocktail
The most commitment you'll need to make to prep this refreshing drink 10 minutes to make a homemade simple syrup. Trust us, the effort will be worth it for all that amazing lavender flavor. (via Amanda Wilens)
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Hold Up, Did Rebecca Yarros' First 'Onxy Storm' Excerpt Just Tease Violet Sorrengail's True Identity?
Nov 19, 2024
Fans of Fourth Wing are on pins and needles because Rebecca Yarros just announced she's finished writing the third book in the Empyrean series! It's us, we're fans — along with over half of BookTok.
We can't believe we're getting closer to reading more about Violet Sorrengail's journey, but we know you have a ton of burning questions about the release date for Book No. 3.
We may not have all the answers, but we've done a little digging to share as much as we can because who doesn't want to know what Rebecca Yarros has been up to?
I'm new to the Empyrean series. Are "Fourth Wing" and "Iron Flame" really worth reading?
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I'm not going to lie to you. The editorial team, including myself, are extremely biased about Fourth Wingand Iron Flame. From my perspective, I think these are great books for anyone who had the pleasure of growing up during the great Harry Potter era and moved on to watchingGame of Thrones and House of Dragons.
Did she announce the name of book no. 3?
YES! Book No. 3 is titled Oynx Storm.
Knowing what we do about the manifestation of Violet's powers, I think this could hint she's going to play an even larger role in the series. According to a fan theory shared on TikTok(via Empyrean Riders), it's believed that Violet and Xaden Riorson are actually gods. Stay with me here.
Empyrean Riders noted that Violet's last name means heavenly and that she's able to control time thanks to her connection to the young dragon Andarna (I love her so much!). That sounds pretty god-like to me.
And when asked which two Taylor Swift songs describe Onyx Storm, Rebecca Yarros chose "Who's Afraid of Little Old Me?" from The Tortured Poets Department and "So It Goes..." from Reputation. "Who's Afraid of Little Old Me?" is one of Taylor's most powerful songs and definitely translates the idea that Violet's powers are going to be stronger than ever, while "So It Goes..." is equal parts suspense and seduction, and is TOTALLY about "all the pieces fall right into place" to get together with the right person.
There's so much more to unpack so I suggest grabbing a yummy snack while you fall down the rabbit hole. All I'm sure of is that Onyx Storm is going to leave our emotions in shambles just like Fourth Wing and Iron Flame did.
When did Rebecca Yarros announce she's done writing book no. 3 in the series?
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On June 17, Rebecca Yarros shared this image of her laptop to indicate she'd finished the third book in the Empyrean series.
She wrote, "(Pic from one of the very many locations in which this book was written)," towards the end of the caption before adding a few relevant hashtags to it.
When will Onxy Storm be available for purchase?
Rebecca Yarros exclusively told Good Morning America that fans can expect the book to hit shelves January 21, 2025! That gives us a little over six months to prepare our emotions for what's sure to be a storm of a book.
She said, "There will be politics, new adventures, old enemies and of course, dragons." There's no way she could forget the dragons because I'd willingly riot over them. They deserve to have their stories told forever.
As luck would have it, Cosmopolitan received an exciting first look at what's to come in Onyx Storm. The excerpt begins with Violet realizing the Venin have found their way into Basgiath War College and are wreaking havoc. Alongside Rhiannon, Sawyer, and Ridoc, she races to stop the Venin from releasing Jack Barlowe from his prison cell.
However, Violet's shocked when she discovered one of the "dark wielders" has a long silver braid that closely resembles her own. Before she can fully react, the woman disappears. According to Screen Rant, there are possible theories about why Violet saw her and what this means for her growing power.
Towards the end of the excerpt, Violet discovers the Venin want to capture her too. Also, Xaden makes his long-awaited appearance and it's clear their playful banter in the face of danger hasn't changed. That he hasn't fully changed into the Venin Violet's used to seeing.
I officially can't wait to read the rest of the book in January!
Has Rebecca Yarros revealed the cover for Onyx Storm?
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Onyx Storm
Yes!
TODAY received an exclusive look at the cover for Onyx Storm and it doesn't disappoint! Unlike its predecessors, it appears Rebecca Yarros is hinting that darker events will take place.
Fans of the Empyrean series aren't the only ones who are excited to see what fate has in store for our favorite characters though. In a statement to TODAY, Rebecca revealed how elated she is to be working on the series again. "It's amazing to be back with these characters again. She also said, ""I can't wait for readers to see what Violet, Xaden, and the rest of the quadrant have in store for them in Onyx Storm!"
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After you've made your manicure appointment, the next obvious step is to scroll through Instagram to find trendy nail inspo. Chrome nails have been blowing up on social media as a fun, bold trend, and for good reason. The eye-catching look is versatile; you can easily rock it on one or all of your nails. To help make your mani decision a little easier, we've rounded up 25 of our favorite chrome nails we're discovered while scrolling.
Chrome nails often give off an iridescent look, and we're obsessed with this pink hue emitting a rainbow palette.
The painted chrome bows on these nails are simply to die for. They add a feminine touch and a good pop of shine!
This chrome mani is especially mermaid-y, and we're here for it.
This subtle manicure still sports some chrome! The lighter color palette will open up so many outfit options, as these nails can match with anything.
This pink is a super feminine option for a chrome manicure.
Brighter colored chrome nails really allow the details to shine. We love that this mani combines fully painted nails with tips.
Opt for an eclectic color combo when you're setting out to get your chrome nails done. The way the light hits your nails may surprise you!
We love a pearlescent nail shade, and the color works well with the darker pinks on this manicure.
Try tacking on some abstract nail art atop your chrome nails for a super futuristic look.
We'll be dreaming about these nails for days. The pink hue and subtle chrome detailing come together to form one of the best manis we've seen in a while.
These almost reflective silver chrome nails are super unique, and they go with just about any outfit!
Add on some gems and jewels for a feminine touch to your mani.
The purple and green hues on this chrome manicure are to die for. The colors pair super well under more silver chrome details.
Try out chrome tips for your next manicure, if you're not feeling a fully painted nail.
Chrome nails and outer space make a good pair since the polish always has a stunning shine.
Take your classic French tip manicure a step further with a chrome coat.
This chrome manicure is giving super galactic vibes with a dreamy chrome purple and silver star decorations.
Not every nail has to be the same for your mani. These chrome details follow the nail bed and present a super fancy look.
We've never ever thought of wearing different nail colors on each hand, but this post just told us we should.
These silver chrome nails are sending us into space! If you want to channel futuristic vibes, a silver chrome is a good pick.
If you don't want to go chrome all the way, add in some line details to still get some of that shine.
Take your pearlcore aesthetic even further by sporting a pearlescent chrome manicure. This style is super cute, and matches with just about anything.
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Kate Winslet is THE Hollywood actress to me. Not only has she starred in box office smashes like Titanic and Avatar: Way of Water, but she's proven her acting chops in breakout indie flicks and provided mothers and daughters everywhere with eternal Christmas movie nights thanks to The Holiday. But the actress' consistently viral kindness, her dedication to embracing her natural beauty, and her sophistication don't mean she always feels confident. Kate Winslet just spilled on the one movie from her career that had her "sh—ing" herself, and I just had to dive in.
Here's what Kate Winslet had to say about her scariest movie experience ever.
- Kate Winslet made a name for herself with Titanic, Sense & Sensibility, and The Holiday.
- However those movies aren't the film she wants fans to ask about!
- The actress spills on the movies she's proud of, and the one job that had her "sh—ing myself."
Talking to Vanity Fair for her newest film Lee, Kate Winslet revealed one project she wishes fans asked about more is Iris. The 2001 film stars Kate as a young Iris Murdoch against Judi Dench's older counterpart. And for Kate, nothing was more terrifying than working with such a wonderful actress.
"People don’t really ask me about Iris. It’s such a delicate film," she says. "It was the first thing I had done after having my daughter. Going to work with a baby, I’m playing Iris Murdoch, looking to Judi Dench’s older Iris Murdoch — I was sh—ting myself."
Considering how nervous I get when I meet my heroes, I can only imagine what it was like to meet Dame Judi Dench. Talk about a dream! Another film Kate loves is Revolutionary Road, and not just because she got to reunite with Leonardo DiCaprio.
"The thing that people say is, 'You got to work with Leo again.' Then they go off on the whole Leo tangent, which I totally understand," she says of the film, which follows an ambitious couple who find themselves trapped in the reality of 1950s suburbia. "But Revolutionary Road — f—king hell, it just knocked us all sideways. Unbelievably difficult material. I was very proud of that film and what Leo and I were able to create as Frank and April. It was so brutal."
The process for getting Lee into the world sounds equally brutal, considering Kate started working on it over a decade ago. As producer, Kate tells Vanity Fair she doesn't mind the fact she's done more for the film than if she only had an acting credit. "That has felt very necessary for this film. But it’s also just really important to me," she says. "It’s important to me that people know that it’s out there and might feel compelled to go and see it."
Because it turns out, commercial success or stardom on its own doesn't actually help your movie get made! "It doesn’t matter who you are," she says. "No one’s going to go, 'Oh, I’ll just back that pony because she was in Titanic.' It doesn’t happen that way, and I never expected that. That’s really important to say."
"I've gotten older and I’ve learned more and felt more confident in myself about whether or not I could actually do it," she adds. "It’s not something I would’ve done had I not felt so passionately about the subject, and Lee was just—she wouldn’t let me go."
Let us know your favorite Kate Winslet movies in the comments, and since we've officially entered cozy season, check out Why The Holiday Movie Ending Is The Most Important Scene while you're at it!
Marvel movies are known for their heroes and their hopeful outlook on the world. But in 2025, we're getting a brand new team: the Thunderbolts. This team is made up of antiheroes and former villains, and it's sure to be the wackiest and strangest, as well as one of the most memorable, superhero movies we've seen in recent years.
Keep reading for the latest news on Thunderbolts* before it hits theaters in 2025.
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Thunderbolts* comes out this May, and the cast just showed off some brand new footage at the D23 convention — and thanks to the new 'Celebrating 85 Years' spot, we have the first look too!
We get a look at Bucky Barnes, The Red Guardian, John Walker, and Ghost. Plus, Yelena Belova, of course. This heartbreaking detail about Yelena's new look connects Florence Pugh's Yelena to Scarlett Johansson's Natashaand I'm WEEPING.
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And at D23 Brazil, we got a brand new look at my new favorite team. "There’s something in this film, in terms of superpowers and superheroes, that shows that our superpowers lie in how ‘broken’ we are," David Harbour said at the event. "As if our superpowers came from our relationships.”
What is the plot of Thunderbolts?
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Thunderbolts* Plot
Consider Thunderbolts* to be The Avengers' edgy younger sibling. The movie follows Yelena Belova (who we know off the bat is a "depressed assassin" thanks to a Marvel Studios press release). She's joined by Bucky Barnes, The Red Guardian, and John Walker. Based on a leak, it looks like we'll see this group of misfits team up against Valentina Allegra de Fontaine after she sends them on a deadly mission.
Thunderbolts* Release Date
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Thunderbolts* Release Date
Thunderbolts* hits theaters May 2, 2025.
Who's on the Thunderbolts team?
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Thunderbolts* Cast
Thunderbolts* stars Florence Pugh, Geraldine Viswanathan, Lewis Pullman, Hannah John-Kamen, Wyatt Russell, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Sebastian Stan, and David Harbour.
This is a huge cast, and Viswanathan just revealed how crazy the first day of filming was. “My first day didn’t feel real," she tells Vanity Fair. "I felt this extra pressure of, ‘Know your lines, babe. You can’t really play around like you usually do.’"
Historically, sci-fi fans haven't been kind to actresses in their favorite projects (remember when Star Wars fans bullied Kelly Marie Tran off social media?). But Viswanathan is already thinking ahead. “If it’s overwhelming, I’ll log off. But I like discourse around pop culture,” she says. “[Thunderbolts*] felt a little bit edgier and fresher, more existential and dark.”
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The rest of the cast also enjoyed working together. “Everyone is going to f—kin’ love me! It’s really, really, really fun to be with a group of actors that you have a good time with," Wyatt Russell says at Comic Con (via Variety), while David Harbour adds, “Florence Pugh [is] just electric to work with. There’s warmth and humor, but there’s also a lot of pathos.”
“This is why we can't stop laughing together, because we genuinely just had such a wonderful time with each other and we've loved working with one another," Pugh tells People. “I feel like this is something that we've never seen before from Marvel...it's a very open and honest and truthful idea. And I'm just really excited for people to watch it.”
Are you excited for this brand new chapter in the MCU? I really feel like Thunderbolts* will usher in a whole new generation of fans and I, for one, CANNOT WAIT! Let us know your thoughts on Facebook.
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This post has been updated.