Wedding season is swiftly approaching, and I’m preparing for the five nuptials I’ll be attending this summer. I can’t possibly wear the same dress to all of them, right? Right! That said, I find shopping for wedding guest dresses to be a challenge because I’m so short, that is until I stumbled upon these petite-friendly picks.

I hate the idea of purchasing a nice dress and then having to alter it. Luckily, brands are catering to those of Us who are petite with dress options that don’t require hemming. Sounds almost too good to be true, I know, but I managed to find 17 gorgeous wedding guest dresses designed especially for those who are 5’3” and under. You can officially break up with your tailor with these options from Amazon, Anthropologie, Macy’s and more.

Wedding Guest Dresses for Petites

1. My Favorite: Match the romantic vibes of the wedding you’re attending with this elegant off-the-shoulder maxi that tapers off right at the ankle, even if you’re 5’3” and under.

2. Glistening: Finally, a silky gown that doesn’t have a spaghetti strap neckline! This shiny satin dress offers a bit more coverage with its wrapped cap-sleeved bodice.

3. All the Right Places: The sophisticated ruching on this form-fitting dress creates a sculptural illusion, so you’ll look like a work of art at your next wedding.

4. Garden Party: A whimsical outdoor wedding calls for a billowing floral gown. With the blooming decals, an open back design and side slit, this dress is a worthy choice that will score you endless compliments.

5. The Perfect Length: This pleated midi lands right at your mid-calf, so you won’t have to worry about hemming it! Plus, it comes in 12 colors and patterns, from pretty florals to airy pastels.

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You walk into a cute little boutique, fall in love with a blouse, then flip the price tag and quietly walk back out. Sound familiar? The good news is your favorite styles — the flowy sleeves, the pretty embroidery, the darling details — are hiding in plain sight on Amazon for a fraction of what […]

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6. A Casual Pick: If you’re not in the mood to drop money on a dress you’ll wear once (or once a year), this dainty A-line pick is refined enough for weddings, but can also be dressed down. We love the emerald hue that leans into the trendy gem style.

7. Mix and Match: No one will guess that this set isn’t one piece. The pleated skirt and peplum top can be worn together for weddings and special occasions, but you’ll also get a ton of wear out of them separately.

8. Bold in Black: Whoever said black dresses are basic hasn’t feasted their eyes on this figure-flattering stunner that has a waist-accentuating corset and full midi skirt.

9. One-Shoulder Wonder: One-shoulder dresses are a foolproof flattering silhouette. Not only is the shape ideal for weddings, but the ruching on this silky midi dress is also a major confidence booster.

10. No Hem Required: High-low dresses are designed to be tailor-proof. You will never need to get this ruffled pink gown altered, even if you wear flats!

11. Dots Galore: The polka dots trend shows no signs of slowing down. Embrace the pattern during this year’s wedding circuit with this lacey silk column dress that feels summery and whimsical. Opt for lilac or jade for the day of!

12. Party in the Back: Turn heads with, well, nothing. The back of this flowy halter dress is completely open, allowing you to show off all the work you’ve put in at the gym.

13. Chilly Nights: It can still get a bit breezy during summer evenings. This long-sleeved wrap dress keeps the chill out all night long.

14. The Comfiest Pick: You’ll never go to another wedding in a too-tight, uncomfortable dress again when you have this ruffled Hill House Home gown in your closet. It’s seriously comparable to pajamas.

15. Mint Condition: For black tie optional weddings, we see no harm in wearing a short dress, especially in the summer heat. We recommend this sophisticated mint green mini that will work with any venue.

16. Old Reliable: This chiffon A-line dress is one you’ll keep on hand for decades. It doesn’t matter how old you are, the flowy design works for every life stage, from your 20s to your 60s.

17. Truly Timeless: A figure-skimming satin halter dress will always work for weddings. Pick a color that you feel incredible in — this affordable frock comes in 12 options.

Between Felicity, Alias, and Lost, J.J. Abrams dominated the early 2000s television world. His name practically became its own brand, one synonymous with appointment viewing, intense water cooler discussions, and familiar tropes re-packaged inside mystery box-themed wrapping paper. Although his stylistic preferences don’t align with everyone’s tastes, Abrams’ credulity-straining approach has rarely been better realized, or more organically suited to the material, than his last small-screen project of the aughts era.

Fringe, a collaboration between Abrams, Alex Kurtzman, Roberto Orci, and showrunners Jeff Pinkner and J. H. Wyman, gathered a loyal following and critical superlatives during its five-season run. Within the larger public eye, however, the 2008 series seems overshadowed by its spiritual predecessors, like Lost and The X-Files, as well as by Fringe‘s own successors. In fact, the precise way this series’ ingredients (intricate worldbuilding, cerebral pseudoscience, disarming poignancy) combine feels right at home with the high-caliber genre shows that are currently smashing Apple TV’s streaming records. A serialized exercise made of leaner, sterner stuff than Season 1’s procedural origins indicate, Fringe warrants wider recognition as one of the century’s most audacious and innovative sci-fi works.

That renewed relevance isn’t just theoretical. Since March 1, every episode of Fringe is available to stream for free on Pluto TV, both on demand and via the platform’s dedicated Sci-Fi channel. All 100 episodes will be accessible 24/7, giving the series a rare second life in an era where genre television is once again surging.

What Is ‘Fringe’ About?

The Fringe Division investigates strange phenomena that can’t be explained through traditional means. Supervised by former Homeland Security agent Phillip Broyles (Lance Reddick), the top-secret joint task force takes its name from the theoretical branch of science called fringe science, and staffs its ranks with specialists from various federal organizations. In their collective hands, the wildest plausibilities become irrefutable fact.

As the Division’s recruits — Olivia Dunham (Anna Torv), an FBI Special Agent, Dr. Walter Bishop (John Noble), an eccentric scientist with a heart of gold, Peter Bishop (Joshua Jackson), Walter’s estranged civilian son, and Astrid Farnsworth (Jasika Nicole), an overqualified research assistant — shift from one perplexing, gruesome case to the next, they discover a tangled web of mystery and unravel the sinister truth that connects each incident: a cataclysmic war between their universe and a parallel one. The barriers dividing each dimension have weakened over time, leading to quantum entanglement, doomsday cults, enhanced cognitive abilities, diverging timelines, targeted retribution, and a dystopian future. The most pressing question, however, is whether anyone survives long enough to witness any future. If neither dimension finds a solution, then humankind will bring about its own demise.

‘Fringe’ Blends Its Speculative Sci-Fi Premise With Emotionally Complex Characters

The opposite of risk-averse, Fringe roots its highly speculative concept in a rich bedrock of original mythology, sly twists, actualized characters, and devastating heart. There’s a tangible texture to how the series defies narrative conventions, its tone fluidly looping between entertaining, philosophical, and melancholic. The same commitment applies to the coherent framework through which Fringe presents its motifs, most of which are variations on the Butterfly Effect—the idea that stepping on an insect can trigger an ecological disaster worldwide.

Although it’s amusing to compare and contrast the cultural landmarks and technological progress between Fringe‘s various Earths, the real meat and potatoes are quieter and more fundamental. Decisions made in grief, trauma, and love to upset all sorts of fragile balances, both the cosmic and the personal. One difference in a character’s circumstances causes minor but visible ripple effects in their doppelgänger’s psychology, like a stone tossed into a still pond. Good intentions or youthful naivety, meanwhile, can unravel the fabric of reality.

Either way, what isn’t immutable in Fringe‘s multiverse are the endless ways that our relationships mold our identities. That sentiment grants the ensemble’s intertwined relationships both a relatable foothold and rewarding poignancy, neither of which falls into overt triteness. Isolated outcasts populate the Fringe Division; their tiny-but-mighty found family is a unit capable of being fractured by human fallacies and mended with equally soulful effort, self-reflection, and compassion.

‘Fringe’s Phenomenal Cast Delivers Their Career-Best Performances

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At its creative apex, Fringe was stellar enough to summon Star Trek legend Leonard Nimoy as William Bell, Walter’s former partner-in-science and the founder of a shadowy technological corporation. Nimoy’s involvement is a stamp of approval of its own pedigree. That said, Fringe‘s plot logistics wouldn’t soar as high if its performers — main parts and reliable recurring presences — didn’t play their roles to the committed hilt. Olivia remains the highlight of Torv’s underrated career and a gripping showcase for her range. In a series about duality, Olivia’s burden — carrying the self-inflicted weight of two worlds on her shoulders — is a product of her abusive upbringing as well as her innate sense of justice. She turns her empathy into her superpower; she protects that raw vulnerability by retreating into introversion. Differentiating between alter egos can be an actor’s paradise, and Torv’s capacity for refined nuance turns the physical clash between her heroine’s various selves into an ongoing existential crisis.

Meanwhile, Noble and Jackson wield their father-son chemistry like a weapon. Walter and Peter are mirrors and polar opposites: both certified geniuses, with Peter a roaming con artist who fails upwards and Walter as kooky as he is tormented. A former mental institute patient, Walter, understands his capacity for corruption better than most men. He keeps hold of his heartfelt guilt, slices out parts of his curious brain, and both parts seek absolution. As Walter’s damaged relationship with Peter thaws from a resentful skeptic butting heads with an eccentric believer into a gut-wrenching for the ages, Noble emerges as Fringe‘s most invaluable asset.

On paper, Fringe’s constant plot-juggling should’ve collapsed like a house of cards. Not every episode of those 100 installments is a winner, of course, but that’s a natural part of the process. Even though the series’ reputation isn’t as unanimous or as widespread as it deserves, the legacy it has cemented, while thoroughly sci-fi in nature, surpasses category borders. Fringe is prescient, exhilarating, and exquisite television — no matter the genre.

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Singer D4vd dismembered 14-year-old Celeste Rivas with a chainsaw after stabbing her to death, prosecutors allege.

The Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office filed a brief on Wednesday, April 29, laying out its case against the 21-year-old singer — real name David Anthony Burke — after he was charged with murder earlier in April. He pleaded not guilty during an April 20 arraignment.

Rivas’ remains were found in the trunk of Dv4d’s Tesla in September 2025. He was arrested on April 16 after a months-long investigation and later charged with one count of murder, one count of continuous sexual abuse of a child under the age of 14 and one count of unlawful mutilation of human remains.

In Wednesday’s brief, obtained by Courthouse News and viewed by Us Weekly, prosecutors allege that D4vd killed Rivas on April 23, 2025, one day after they had a “lengthy argument” over text messages.

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D4vd was accused of murder after a teenage girl’s body was found in the trunk of a Tesla registered to the singer. Us Weekly confirmed that D4vd (born David Burke) was arrested on April 16, 2026, following a months-long investigation. “Detectives from the Los Angeles Police Department, Robbery-Homicide Division have arrested David Burke, a 21-year-old […]

“The messages reveal the victim’s jealousy over defendant’s relationships with other women, as defendant led her to believe they had a future together,” prosecutors claim. “She became extremely upset and threatened to disclose damaging information about her relationship with defendant to end his career and destroy his life. Defendant’s first studio album was due to be released on April 25, 2025. He had an emerging multi-million-dollar career already in progress. He also had multiple product endorsements, which were highly profitable.”

Prosecutors claim that the following day, Dv4d ordered Rivas an Uber to transport her to his home in the Hollywood Hills, where he “stabbed the victim to death multiple times and stood by while she bled out.”

The brief alleges that the singer then called and texted Rivas’ phone asking where she was, claiming he “calculated and planned to set up his defense within a very short timeline after the victim’s vicious murder.”

D4vd “subsequently purchased tools to carry out his plot to dismember and dispose of the victim’s body,” prosecutors said, including allegedly ordering a body bag, heavy-duty laundry bags and a blue inflatable pool from Amazon under the fake name Victoria Mendez.

Prosecutors allege that the “defendant took horrifying measures to destroy and discard the victim’s body,” such as “placing her body into the blue inflatable pool to prevent her blood from spilling onto his garage floor,” before using a “chainsaw and perhaps other tools to cut off her limbs.”

The prosecution further alleges that D4vd “amputated her left ring and pinky fingers because her ring finger contained a tattoo of his name. Her fingers have not been recovered. Defendant then placed her head and torso into the cadaver bag he purchased. He placed her limbs into a garbage bag, which he deposited into his front trunk, laying the cadaver bag on top. For several weeks, or possibly months, defendant left the victim’s body to decompose inside his Tesla.”

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Us has reached out to D4vd’s attorneys for comment.

In an April 16 statement following his initial arrest, D4vd’s attorneys, Blair Berk, Marilyn Bednarski and Regina Peter, denied that he was involved in Rivas’ death.

“Let us be clear — the actual evidence in this case will show that David Burke did not murder Celeste Rivas Hernandez and he was not the cause of her death,” the singer’s attorneys told TMZ, vowing to “vigorously defend David’s innocence.”

Band of Brothers premiered at just about the worst time possible, and it almost got taken out before it even got a chance to show viewers how much of a masterpiece it was. Premiering on September 9, 2001, it aired just two days before the terrorist attacks on 9/11 and HBO ended up pulling marketing for it because of how violent the show was. HBO saw an absolutely massive drop in viewership because people just weren’t in the mood for violence. But, the show later went from being hated for its violence, to loved for its patriotism and celebration of sacrifice against evil forces.

At the time of the premiere, war dramas were definitely seen as prestige, but they were niche and the idea of spending tons of money on just ten episodes for a war drama was really unheard of. But, Steven Spielberg and Tom Hanks proved that taking gambles on shows that have deep writing, great acting and build an emotional connection with the audience will pay off. Band of Brothers doesn’t just hold up over time, it defines the upper limit of what war storytelling can be.

Adapted from Stephen E. Ambrose’s nonfiction book, the 10‑part miniseries tells the story of Easy Company of the 101st Airborne from their brutal training at Camp Toccoa through D‑Day, the Battle of the Bulge, and the war’s final days in Germany. What makes the show go from good to great is how strongly the show commits to its vision. There are no weak episodes, no filler content and every scene and comment feels intentional.

Why ‘Band of Brothers’ Still Sets the Gold Standard for War TV

What immediately sets Band of Brothers apart from nearly every war series that followed is how critical every episode is to the success of the show. The 10 episodes each center on different members of Easy Company, which could leave the show feeling disjointed or capsules inside a bigger series. But, the episodes play off each other and instead of breaking the show into pieces, the episodes give the audience a chance to understand the military unit not as one group but as a collection of very distinct personalities who are thrown together in shared trauma.

Yes, leaders like Richard Winters, played by Damian Lewis, and Ron Livingston, played by Lewis Nixon, anchor the story, but they aren’t responsible for carrying the emotional weight of the show. It’s almost evenly distributed across the ensemble. Each character is given space to breathe, be triumphant and also to completely fall to pieces. And war is a main character in the show, but it isn’t the only character.

Most war dramas treat battles as the narrative endpoints, but Band of Brothers uses combat as a way of propelling the story forward. It helps tell the emotional toll the war is taking on men and how, even in victories, there is loss, which deepens fatigue. By the time the series reaches episodes like “Bastogne” and “Why We Fight,” the exhaustion of the men is palpable, and the audience can feel the depth of the storytelling.

Steven Spielberg and Tom Hanks’ Most Lasting Collaboration

Spielberg’s influence on Band of Brothers isn’t limited to its visual style. As an executive producer, he helped shape the series’ moral perspective. He made it reverent without being overly sentimental and determined without feeling needless in any part of its storytelling. And Spielberg wasn’t afraid to test the bounds of what viewers would be able to separate reality and fiction. Each episode opens with real Easy Company veterans, who are only identified at the end of the series. They’re only identified at the end of the series and are framed as witnesses to what happened.

Hanks’ involvement is just as vital. Having just done Saving Private Ryan a few years earlier, Hanks brought both credibility and purpose to the series. His behind-the-scenes commitment to historical accuracy, actor immersion, and narrative authenticity pushed the series beyond adaptation and into a whole new realm. The show made itself a bridge between the real memories people have and cinematic representation. It avoids flashy realism or modern commentary, instead opting for bringing people into a truly immersive world.

Hanks and Spielberg trusted history to be the ultimate form of entertainment, and they didn’t go chasing relevance. They showed viewers they would earn it through the writing, acting and emotional connection the audience built with the story. It’s why the series continues to resonate with new generations and attract repeat viewers.

A Perfectly Structured Miniseries With No Weak Episodes

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What’s most striking 25 years later, is how airtight Band of Brothers remains as a complete work. With so many series, even limited ones, there are episodes that viewers generally agree can be skipped. They’re fine if you want to spend the time watching them, but they’re also expendable. You could read a recap and get the gist of what happened and move on. But, in Band of Brothers, every episode is critical to the story’s overall progression.

“Day of Days” delivers one of the most immersive depictions of the D‑Day landings ever put onscreen. “Crossroads” interrogates leadership under pressure. “The Breaking Point” strips away any remaining illusions about command competence or control. By the final episode, “Points,” the series refuses easy catharsis. Survival itself becomes morally complicated. It’s shaped by luck just as much as bravery, just like in actual war and even in life.

That restraint is part of why the show’s final moments still land with such quiet devastation. When Easy Company reaches the Eagle’s Nest, the victory feels strangely hollow. It’s not because the mission failed, but because the men are already changed beyond repair. There’s no amount of victory that could replace the brutal memories of war or take back the innocence they’d lost.

The Ensemble Cast That Grew Into Legends

Part of Band of Brothers’ enduring appeal is its astonishing cast — not just because so many performers went on to major careers, but because the series never treats that future stardom as the point. At the time, actors like Lewis, Livingston, Donnie Wahlberg, Michael Cudlitz, and Neal McDonough were largely unknown personalities. The series also features early appearances from James McAvoy, Tom Hardy, Michael Fassbender, and Simon Pegg. It’s almost surreal watching the show now knowing how many household names are in it, even though they weren’t household names then.

Despite some absolutely massive names and exceptional performances, the show never puts one single person above the unit as a whole. No one is framed as “the star” of the series and no one is framed as a pure villain. David Schwimmer’s depiction of Herbert Sobel could have been an easy villain to turn the audience against. Instead, he’s portrayed as a deeply complicated character that deserves sympathy after crumbling under the pressure of unimaginable trauma. The series lets discomfort linger, trusting the audience to sit with contradictory perspectives rather than give into archetypes.

Why ‘Band of Brothers’ Has Never Been Surpassed

In the years since its release, countless war dramas have tried to replicate Band of Brothers’ success — some large‑scale, others more intimate. Few have come close to matching its total control over tone, pacing, and purpose. Even projects with comparable budgets can feel fragmented. They’re either overstuffed with spectacle or underdeveloped at the character level.

What Band of Brothers achieves is coherence. Its technical excellence exists in service of emotional truth, not the other way around. Every creative decision — from episode structure to casting to the absence of sentimental scoring in key moments — reinforces the same core idea: this story matters because it actually happened. That clarity makes the series feel timeless, not dated. It relies on the artists’ craft to keep people engaged instead of trends or twists.

Twenty‑five years after it first aired, Band of Brothers remains the rare television experience that feels complete. It’s almost only good as a complete series because each episode relies so heavily on the others. Watching it can feel less like watching a series and more like watching a very long movie. It’s flawless in its totality and not just one of the best war dramas ever made, it’s a benchmark for every serious limited series to be measured against.

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2001 – 2001

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David Frankel, David Nutter, Mikael Salomon, Phil Alden Robinson, Richard Loncraine, Tom Hanks

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Bruce C. McKenna, Graham Yost, John Orloff

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Jennifer Lopez has worn many hats in her collaborations with Netflix. In 2023, she played the role of a highly-skilled former U.S. operative trying to find her kidnapped daughter in the action thriller, The Mother, and one year later, she delved into sci-fi as a cynical data analyst in a fight to save humanity from A.I. in Atlas. In 2025, production also wrapped on yet another project at the streamer — The Last Mrs. Parrish, an adaptation of the slow-burning thriller novel by Liv Constantine directed by Robert Zemeckis. Before that film’s release, however, she has another job to report to in just under one month — Office Romance.

Described as a charming and raunchy rom-com, Office Romance stars Lopez as a high-powered airline CEO, a role that she teased with an update on her LinkedIn page. Not only is she the head of the company, but she also operates as a pilot, constantly navigating high-stakes decision-making whether she’s on the ground or in the air. One such unexpected decision is her relationship with the airline’s newest lawyer, played by Ted Lasso star Brett Goldstein. Although the two are strict workaholics, a secret office romance blossoms between them when they decide to follow their hearts instead of the rules for once.

Netflix followed up Lopez’s teasing on Wednesday by sharing the official trailer, showing a love story that’s as risky and raunchy as it is heartwarming. Both stars have a lot of experience to bring to the table when it comes to matters of the heart. Lopez is a rom-com queen, having dominated the scene from The Wedding Planner to Maid in Manhattan, The Back-Up Plan, and more recent movies like Shotgun Wedding. Goldstein, on the other hand, may be better known for his comedy-drama efforts, particularly in collaboration with Bill Lawrence, but he’s also shown a romantic side with the feature All of You with Imogen Poots. In addition to being Lopez’s latest man of the hour, he also put his writing skills to work, penning the screenplay with Ted Lasso writer and co-creator Joe Kelly.

Who Else Is Clocking in for ‘Office Romance’?

Office Romance hails from director Ol Parker, who’s also familiar with Netflix, having co-written the screenplay for A Boy Called Christmas. He also previously helmed and co-wrote Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again and the George Clooney and Julia Roberts rom-com Ticket to Paradise. Adding to the high-profile starring duo and creators is a buzzy supporting cast, featuring Betty Gilpin, Amy Sedaris, Tony Hale, and Bradley Whitford. Rounding out the cast is Edward James Olmos in a reunion with Lopez nearly 30 years after he played her on-screen father in the biopic Selena.

Office Romance premieres on Netflix on June 5. Check out the trailer in the player above.

While fans may still be left waiting for the resolution of last year’s agonizing Doctor Who cliffhanger, there’s a new adventure coming their way this summer that may sate their appetites. One of the Doctor’s most mysterious incarnations is set to return, and fans will be able to follow her across time, space, and multimedia. Doctor Who: Circuit Breaker is a wildly ambitious crossover that will send the Doctor into almost every form of media there is.

Jo Martin returns as the Fugitive Doctor in Circuit Breaker; recruited by UNIT’s Petronella Osgood (Ingrid Oliver) and her assistant Andrew (Omari Douglas) to investigate the mysteries of the Black Archive, she’s thrown into an adventure that pits her against some of the Doctor’s deadliest foes, including the Daleks, the Cybermen, the Sontarans, and the Weeping Angels. Unfortunately for her, while they’ve all sworn vengeance on her, she hasn’t met them yet. The multimedia storyline will hop across all manner of games, comics, audio stories, and prose, as it crosses over into Doctor Who licencees Titan Comics, Doctor Who Magazine, BBC Audiobooks, East Side Games, Puffin, Penguin Random House and Big Finish. It kicks off on June 25 on UNIT’s website, and continues with new updates all summer. The full list of chapters is below:

Who Is the Fugitive Doctor?

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Members of the Doctor’s species “regenerate” into a different individual at the moment of death; thus, the various actors to have played the character over the years are considered to be his (or sometimes her) various incarnations. It was generally believed that the first incarnation of the Doctor seen on-screen when the show premiered in 1963, who was played by William Hartnell, was the character’s first incarnation. That, however, was thrown into question in the 2020 episode “Fugitive of the Judoon,” when the then-current Doctor (Jodie Whittaker) met a woman (Martin) who was apparently a past incarnation she had no memory of. It was later explained that the Doctor had previously led many lives that she was unaware of; Martin has since reappeared several times in the role.

The future of the TV side of Doctor Who is somewhat up in the air at the moment. After the show’s latest season premiered last year, the series lost its international streaming partner, Disney+, while also leaving the show on a massive cliffhanger. A Christmas special is planned to air later this year, which will presumably solve the mystery of why the Doctor’s latest incarnation (Ncuti Gatwa) seemingly regenerated into Rose Tyler (Billie Piper), the onetime companion of the Christopher Eccleston and David Tennant Doctors.

Doctor Who: Circuit Breaker kicks off on June 25. Stay tuned to Collider for future updates.

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Shopping for a spring dress when you’re 5’4″ or under usually means hemming the bottom, hiking up the shoulders or giving up entirely on a style you loved on the hanger. The designs just happen to be too big or loose or long, but there’s good news! More brands are finally cutting petite spring dresses with proportions that actually work, and we found 17 options to check out.

Our favorite spring finds feature tailored waists, flattering necklines and breathable fabrics that feel age-appropriate without veering too matronly. From short yet comfy minis to free-flowing maxis, these Amazon options fit, flatter and transition easily from brunch to weddings to weekday errands. Prices start at just $10, so you can refresh your warm-weather rotation without overhauling the closet.

17 Petite Spring Dresses That Flatter Women Over 40

1. Our Favorite: The V-neck wrap silhouette on this floral midi sundress cinches at your natural waist and skims everything below. That’s why it photographs well at brunch and feels right at a garden wedding.

2. Has Pockets: Flowy tiers skim past the midsection instead of grabbing it, which is the whole point. Slip your keys in the pockets of this pink floral midi and head out.

3. Desk-to-Date Night: One dress that handles a 9 a.m. meeting and a 7 p.m. dinner saves you a closet change. Add heels to this V-neck shift option and you’re done.

4. Loose and Flowy: When you don’t want to think about your dress all day, you reach for something loose with pockets. This floral mini dress ‘disappears’ in the best way. Read: You forget you’re wearing anything.

5. Sophisticated Stripes: Stripes elongate, the V-neck balances proportions and the loose cut means no afternoon adjustments. This striped sundress gets the geometry just right.

Related: 17 Spring-to-Summer Dresses That Look Like Boutique Bestsellers

Working at a boutique, I learned quickly that not every dress makes it past spring. You’d see someone buy a piece in March, wear it once or twice, then move on when the weather changed. The styles that actually lasted were always the same: easy midis, breezy maxis and throw-on dresses that feel right no […]

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6. Vacation-Ready: Vacation dresses need to accommodate the beach, lunch and sunset drinks without changing. This boho mini dress hits all three with one outfit.

7. Pretty Print: The button-front placket and three-quarter ruffle sleeves elevate this beyond basic babydoll territory. A tiered skirt on this boho mini dress keeps it light and breezy.

8. Comfort MVP: A drawstring waist on this T-shirt mini dress lets you dial in the fit instead of hoping the size works. The V-neck also keeps it from looking like a sack.

9. Boutique-Worthy: Eyelet lace and embroidery details will make people think you paid top dollar for this A-line dress. Plus, the cinched waist defines your shape without squeezing.

10. Boho Babe: Whether you’re having a lazy Saturday or heading to the beach, you’ll want to do so in this short-sleeve mini dress. It feels like a soft tee but looks like you tried.

11. Everyday Staple: Closet basics shouldn’t cost a lot since you’ll probably cycle through them fast. This floral tank dress earns its keep, especially on humid days.

12. Travel-Perfect: Lightweight stripes, a flattering V-neck and functional pockets make this striped sundress a travel essential.

13. Figure-Flattering: This V-neck wrap dress has a body-hugging appearance that defines the waist, while the flowy skirt floats past the hips. We also like that the short sleeves keep arms covered without bulk.

14. Floral Fun: The large black-and-white statement florals make this floral mini dress stand out among the usual small ditsy frocks. The loose sleeveless cut on this tank find keeps things breezy.

15. Errand-Ready: When errand runs include the dry cleaner, post office and a gal pal lunch, go with this blue striped dress that handles the loop without changing.

16. Pairs With Sandals: Boho prints can read busy, but the soft pink base keeps this one calm. This floral mini dress plays well with woven sandals and a basket bag.

17. Soft Statement: Want something romantic without embodying the ‘Little House on the Prairie‘ look? This bell-sleeve mini gets dainty right with a small floral pattern and soft pink hue.

Related: Amazon Dropped New Boutique-Looking Blouses — Shop Our Top 13

You walk into a cute little boutique, fall in love with a blouse, then flip the price tag and quietly walk back out. Sound familiar? The good news is your favorite styles — the flowy sleeves, the pretty embroidery, the darling details — are hiding in plain sight on Amazon for a fraction of what […]

Heather Rae El Moussa is back like she never left!

The “Selling Sunset” star warmed the hearts of her fans with pleasing news about her return to the Netflix hit reality series, and her fans are going wild.

Heather Rae El Moussa exited “Selling Sunset” in 2023 on the 7th season because she was not called back to continue on the series after her maternity leave.

The media personality melted hearts with exciting news and a stunning wardrobe to match as she updated the public about her next line of action regarding “Selling Sunset.” Heather, dressed in a strapless black leather number, paired with a tennis diamond necklace, and other accessories, including her blinding diamond ring.

She seemingly dialed Jason Oppenheimer’s contact on her phone in the clip. The reality star then gleefully informed Jason that she is back to give the fans a show on the reality series. Another scene showed that the call was made right in front of the Oppenheim group’s office as Heather strutted her stuff right into the building.

“See you at sunset,” the caption declared, accompanied by the picture of a camera. Heather tagged two important personalities in the post, including Netflix and luxury videographer Emilio Pilapil, who brought her iconic clip to life. The TV queen looked extremely radiant with her blonde hair styled to perfection in a messy bun and scanty bangs combo. It did not take long for fans to swamp the comment section with someone declaring, “You alone will save that show [hands raised emoji].”

The 38-Year-Old’s Latest Information Fell On Pleasant Ears

Heather’s loved ones and admirers instantly swarmed under her post with goodwill messages and pleasant anticipation about a good time about to be had. “So iconic!! The OG is back!” One Instagram user wrote to which Heather replied “yesss” with flaming emoji.

Heather’s husband’s ex-wife, Christina Haack, also dropped by in the comment section with some fire emojis and massive encouragement. Another pal of the Netflix star, Monica Lee Sims, was “SO EXCITED” to have the media personality back on her screen.

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Celebrity trainer and weight loss coach, Paulina Stein, was equally happy to hear the news of her return. Reality TV star, Sandy Gallagher, revealed that she was ready to be fully entertained by Heather as she takes on the new season of the show.

How Heather Rae El Moussa Dropped The Bombshell Of Her Exit In 2023

The 38-year-old finally confirmed that her reduced absence in episodes towards the end of season 7 was because she would not be on the show’s eighth season. Heather revealed the exclusive information at a Formula 1 event in Las Vegas, confessing that she has no idea what she was allowed to say, but her fate as regards season 8 of “Selling Sunset” is sealed.

The reality star quickly added that she would not let her absence deter her from pursuing other careers on television, like the second season of “The Flipping El Moussas.” 

As shared by The Blast, when the poster for season 7 of “Selling Sunset” appeared, other castmates were present except Heather, which sparked outrage among fans. Heather herself reacted to the Netflix poster, stating: “Selling Sunset Season 7, Looks like I got pushed in the water… It’s a good thing I can swim.”

Heather’s Co-Star Was Displeased Over Her Portrayal In ‘Selling Sunset’ Season 7

Heather’s pal, Bre Tiesi, was team Heather when she made that post about being pushed in the water, and she reposted it on her Snapchat with reassuring words that she would never betray the reality star.

The Blast noted that prior to that post, she had expressed her disappointment over the fact that Heather’s appearance was being gradually diminished from the show and the upcoming season. 

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Speaking about the development, Tiesi noted, “I absolutely adore Heather. I’m very sad to hear that she is not going to be as big a part, but, honestly, I don’t know too much about it. They kinda keep us separate from all of that. But I am devastated to hear that. We are really close.”

Heather had shot a few scenes on the show’s seventh season before retreating to observe her maternity leave following the birth of her child. The reality star was beyond excited to make a return as soon as her maternity leave was done, but that never happened.

Heather Rae El Moussa Is Leaning Into A More Private Life Since Welcoming Her Child

The reality star welcomed her child in 2023 with Tarek El Moussa, almost two years after getting married. Following her entry into motherhood, the reality star significantly cut back on her social media usage to enable her bond with her child away from the noise on social media.

According to Heather, she made a tweet about trying to find a balance between the bliss of motherhood and maintaining her identity as a famous face. She confessed that her priorities took a massive shift, and her son, alongside her family, is now atop the shelf, which meant she needed to create a favorable schedule and stick to it.

Heather noted that she now uses any break from her toddler to catch some sleep, track her emails, review designs, get some exercise in, have a great meal, and know what is next on her real estate projects.

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Welcome back, Heather Rae El Moussa!