Posts by ben Margen
‘NCIS’ Officially Sets Up Its Biggest Team Shakeup in Years
For most of its run, NCIS has preferred stability, with characters coming and going, but the Major Case Response Team’s structure has rarely changed. There was always a clear hierarchy, familiar faces in the bullpen, and Leon Vance overseeing everything. Season 24 may be about to break that pattern. Wilmer Valderrama recently teased “major changes”…
Read MoreThe Plus Size Style Rules We’re Done Following (And What We’re Doing Instead) | The Curvy Fashionista
Someone, somewhere, decided that plus size women needed a rulebook. Nobody asked them. Nobody elected them. And yet here we are, decades later, still hearing the same tired plus size style rules like it’s gospel handed down from a mountain. Vertical stripes only. Dark colors always. Hide your arms. Avoid horizontal prints. Cover up. Minimize.…
Read MoreA New York Public Library Wedding Weekend Rooted in Tradition and the Energy of Manhattan
[section title=”The Planning”] [field title=”Wedding Colors”] Welcome party: cream, moss and burgundy Sangeet: red, orange, peach, with pops of teal and green Wedding: cream, peach, persimmon, moss green, gold [/field] [field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”] New York City is where Ayesha and Ben are happiest and where they call home. The energy of the…
Read MoreOne of the Greatest WWII Movies of All Time Is Waiting To Be Rediscovered on Prime Video
The best World War II movies of the last century typically feature heroic stories of battle and conquest, survival despite insurmountable challenges, and honorable figures fighting against injustice. And it’s no surprise that Richard Attenborough‘s 1977 war drama A Bridge Too Far stands out as one of the most realistic and ambitious World War II…
Read MoreSteven Spielberg’s New Sci-Fi Blockbuster Officially Arrives in 5 Days
Emily Blunt in Disclosure DayImage via Universal Pictures Given how dramatically the filmmaking landscape has changed since Steven Spielberg last made a sci-fi movie, it’s almost as if he’s having to reintroduce himself this time around. His first sci-fi film in nearly a decade is right around the corner. It’ll be released in the wake…
Read MoreRidley Scott’s 8-Part Sci-Fi Sleeper Hit Is Your Next Streaming Obsession
2026 is expected to be a big year for Ridley Scott, who is returning to the sci-fi genre for the first time in almost 10 years. Scott last directed a sci-fi movie in 2017, with Alien: Covenant, and he has since confirmed that the film will serve as his final time writing or directing an…
Read More‘Masters of the Universe’ Director Just Set Up the Perfect Sequel [Exclusive]
![‘Masters of the Universe’ Director Just Set Up the Perfect Sequel [Exclusive]](https://i3.wp.com/static0.colliderimages.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/motu-breakout.jpg?w=1600&h=900&fit=crop&w=1024&resize=1024,1024&ssl=1 "‘Masters of the Universe’ Director Just Set Up the Perfect Sequel [Exclusive]")
The following article contains spoilers for Masters of the Universe. For the first time in nearly four decades, Masters of the Universe is officially back on the big screen, and if early audience reactions are any indication, the long wait may have been worth it. Travis Knight’s ambitious reboot has reignited excitement for the franchise,…
Read MoreA Winter Wedding with Crimson Blooms at St. Simons Lighthouse
[section title=”The Planning”] [field title=”Wedding Colors”] Caroline & Brady’s wedding centered entirely on a winter palette of soft rose and rich crimson layered with intention throughout the day. The warmth of pinks and reds replaced the coolness typically associated with the season, creating depth, richness, and cohesion in every setting. Rather than competing with winter,…
Read MoreYour Complete Guide to Plus Size Floral Prints: How to Wear Them, Style Them, and Own Every Look | The Curvy Fashionista
We want to be transparent with you about how we make money. This website uses affiliate links. This means that if you click on an affiliate link and make a purchase, we may receive a commission from the retailer. This commission comes at no additional cost to you Editor’s Note: Florals for plus size women…
Read MoreNew Nat Geo Series Sends a ‘Queer Eye’ Star Into the Lucha Libre Ring in Sneak Peek [Exclusive]
![New Nat Geo Series Sends a ‘Queer Eye’ Star Into the Lucha Libre Ring in Sneak Peek [Exclusive]](https://i3.wp.com/static0.colliderimages.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/antoni-porowski_best-of-the-world_london.png?w=1600&h=900&fit=crop&w=1024&resize=1024,1024&ssl=1 "New Nat Geo Series Sends a ‘Queer Eye’ Star Into the Lucha Libre Ring in Sneak Peek [Exclusive]")
Antoni Porowski spent years as the resident food and wine expert aboard Netflix’s Emmy-winning reality series Queer Eye, entering people’s kitchens and tailoring perfect recipes to their lifestyles. However, for his first solo-hosting gig since bidding farewell to the Fab Five, he’s about to put his body to the test. This Sunday, he’ll begin visiting…
Read More‘Landman’ May Finally Do What ‘Yellowstone’ Never Could for Taylor Sheridan
Taylor Sheridan shows have been doing absolutely ridiculous numbers for years, and yet the Emmys have largely ignored the sprawling Western dramas and crime thrillers. Yellowstone became a genuine TV phenomenon, and Sheridan turned Paramount+ into his own personal empire with those spin-offs, and then the rest of his shows. Still, for all the viewership,…
Read MoreAriana Johnson on Social Work, Representation, Modeling, and Building Community
When we talk about representation in the plus size community, the conversation often centers around models, influencers, designers, and creators. And while those voices absolutely matter, they’re not the only ones shaping culture, changing lives, and creating impact. That’s exactly why The Curvy Fashionista launched the Curvy Boss Spotlight series. We believe plus size professionals…
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