Fans call Chloe Bailey “Mother” on social media all the time, so it’s fitting that she’s now the “Mother of Dragons.”

On Thursday, Bailey unleashed her early Halloween costume on Instagram, transforming into Daenerys Targaryen from Game of Thrones, also known as Khaleesi.

In seven photos shared to Instagram (one for each of the Seven Kingdoms, of course), Bailey wears a long blond wig and a bodysuit made of metal to become Dany, who was played by actress Emilia Clarke in the 2011-19 HBO series based on George R. R. Martin’s A Song of Ice and Fire book series.

“I am Khaleesi, the Mother of Dragons #gameofthrones,” Bailey captioned the photo set, alongside a dragon emoji.

For the photo shoot, Bailey is on a medieval set surrounded by dragon eggs, skulls, candles and an hourglass and sitting atop a throne. (It’s not quite the Iron Throne, which is famous for its intimidating swords jutting out of the top, but it definitely gets the Westeros vibe just right.)

This isn’t Bailey’s first brush with the Game of Thrones series: As part of Chloe x Halle alongside sister Halle Bailey, the duo contributed the haunting song “Wolf at Your Door” to the 2019 album For the Throne: Music Inspired by the HBO Series Game of Thrones, which also featured contributions from Maren Morris, Mumford & Sons and The Lumineers as well as a collaborative track from SZA, The Weeknd and Travis Scott.

Head over to Bailey’s Instagram to see the singer/actress in all her House of Targaryen glory.

Elena Rose can’t hold back her tears. At her home in Miami, where she spends most of her time since leaving her native Venezuela almost nine years ago to become one of the most sought-after Latin songwriters of her generation, she is eagerly awaiting the premiere of a project she started to work on three years ago — “Caracas en el 2000” with Danny Ocean and Jerry Di — which finally comes out Thursday (October 26).

As cheerful as it is nostalgic, the tropical song with an urban flavor is a love letter to the city where the three artists grew up, each in a different socioeconomic area, before the political situation led them, as so many others, to emigrate in search of better opportunities. “What I would give for a thing like that/ You and me in Caracas like in 2000/ Skating around La Cota Mil/ With the macaws/ Such a flow, baby,” says part of the lyrics.

“We were children at that time,” Elena Rose explains to Billboard Español about the reason of the year 2000 in an interview via Zoom. “Beyond the fact that chronologically the country was in a better place, we wanted to show that innocence from three people who had very different lives even though they grew up in the same city.

“I feel that this is how the mind of a child who is enjoying too much on a day at the beach, on a day he went out skateboarding, would sound,” adds the singer-songwriter and only woman nominated for the 2023 Latin Grammy for songwriter of the year. “The feeling of what that soundtrack would sound like just when you go out to recess and are set free from all the classes. It’s pure joy.”

“Caracas en el 2000,” a Warner Music Latina release, was written by Elena Rose, Danny Ocean and Jerry Di and produced by Maff and DJ Tra. Elena Rose’s younger sister, Cristina “Pichu” Hernández, also contributed to the lyrics in its initial stages and now has a starring role in the music video, in which she plays Elena as a teenager. (The three singers, who are portrayed by young actors, also appear in different scenes but filmed their parts in the U.S.)

Directed by Beto Monte and Rodrigo Michelangeli and produced by Capitol, the clip shows emblematic places of Caracas such as the Ávila hill, the Humboldt Hotel, La Previsora ​​tower (with its iconic digital clock) and different squares, avenues and neighborhoods. In a little over four minutes, it condenses the energy of the city and the joy and strength of its people. It took over a year of work, carried out mostly by Monte (better known as Alberto “Beto” Montenegro of the Venezuelan rock/reggae band Rawayana), who was constantly traveling to Caracas to record visuals, Elena Rose points out, adding how meaningful and personal it’s been for her.

“They recorded the video at my school with the teachers who taught me. My grandmother is in the video. La Pichu, whom I wrote the song with, is the one who played me when I was little. It’s really remarkable for that reason,” she says with emotion. “They took photos from when I was a child, they even recreated the tattoos I used to make with markers, what my school bag was like, my little necklaces and things I wore. I mean, can you imagine, it is one of the most important productions and the one I feel most proud to be a part of.”

Now that it is out, she hopes to enjoy the result of the great teamwork involved in the making of the song and the video, and bring part of her culture to the world.

“I hope it serves as a message of hope and faith both for the Caracas native who stayed and for the one that left, and for the one who returns, and for the one who wants to leave,” she says. “It is a message of love everywhere you see it, where there is no mention of religion or politics or social class or sexual inclination or color or money; simply of what unites all of us from Caracas, and that is the love for that city. We are proud to come from where we come from.”

Watch the “Caracas en el 2000” video above.

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Winter is coming, and if you can’t take on the cold weather without the proper gear, you’ve come to the right place.

Puffer coats, parkas, overcoats and teddy coats have been a staple in fall and winter wear for decades, and they won’t be going out of style anytime soon. To help you find the perfect puffer, parka or another coat for your budget and weather needs, we put together a curated list of the 12 best women’s coats to buy for winter — and most of them are on sale for up to 65% off. The roundup features coats ranging from around $40 and up.

See below for long puffer coats, short puffer coats, oversized coats, wool coats and more. And click here to shop our product recommendations.

Buy: PRETTYGARDEN Women’s 2023 Fashion Winter Coat Long Sleeve Lapel Zip Up Faux Shearling Shaggy Oversized Shacket Jacket (Style Two White,Medium) $37.59

It’s Teddy coat season! This Pretty Garden coat is available in 27 different colors including white, brown, black, blue, coffee, pink, red and grey.

This patten leather puffer from the Victoria Beckham x Reebok collection is on sale for 65% off at Nordstrom.

Looking for an overcoat? This women’s overcoat is on sale for $60 and up at Gap. It’s a basic overcoat — available in black and camel — featuring a notched lapel collar, welt pockets at the hips and a front button closure.  

Buy: WenVen Women’s Winter Thicken Coats Puffer Jacket with Fur Trim Hood (Black, S) $82.99

Another bang for your buck option! This cute puffer features a quilted hood, side pockets and a zipper closure. Made from a silky polyester micro pongee, the waterproof coat is available in black, brown, army green, beige, blue, charcoal and in sizes S (0-2) to XXL (16W-18W).

This Cotton On puffer coat is an eco-friendly option made out of recycled polyester. The puffer features a removable hood, fleece-lined pockets and its water-repellent.

Cozy up for winter in this notch collar, rugged faux shearling coat. The longline coat, faux fur coat comes complete with side pockets, a notched lapel with front button closure. It’s available in sizes XS (0-2) to XXL (18) and 43% off at Nordstrom.

Buy: Columbia Women’s Puffect Color Blocked Jacket, Dark Sapphire/Blue Chill/Nocturnal, 1X Plus $71.99

Columbia is a trusted brand for warm and comfortable coats. The Puffect is a versatile full-zip funnel-neck jacket that is designed to take on cold weather with style and comfort. It’s made from water-resistant fabric and synthetic down insulation to lock in warmth and there’s an extended collar to shield your neck from cold air. The color-blocked Puffect coat is on sale in select colors like the blue coat featured above. Click here to shop the traditional Puffect, which is available in sizes ranging from XS-3X and in multiple colors, including white, purple, black, gray, and yellow. 

We can’t talk puffer coats without mentioning The North Face. The company started out as a store for climbing equipment and has expanded into a top choice for coats and jackets. The North Face Hydrenalite Down Hoodie is one of the brand’s top sellers. It’s available in six different colors including bloack, white, almond butter, boysenberry, fawn grey, misty sage (sizes XS-XXL). The Nuptse jacket is another popular pic. It debuted in 1996 and while the design hasn’t changed much over the decades, the materials have as the new installment of Retro Nuptse jackets are made with recycled fabrics. The jackets feature water-resistant ripstop fabric and oversized baffles to ensure added warmth. It’s available in several different colors, sizes and designs (long and short), which includes men’s, women’s and kid’s sizes.

Channel a bohemian vibe in this Faux Fur Lined Longline Afghan Coat from Superdry. The coat features faux sheepskin trim, side pockets and a hook closure, and it’s available in sizes 4-12.

Lululemon’s Wonder Puff Long Jacket is designed for life on the go. The water-repellant puffer is available in seven different colors including purple ash, black and green. Features include zippered hand pockets, a hidden phone sleeve, removable hood, interior pockets and a cinchable waist.

Rihanna is the queen of puffer coats, parkas and everything fabulous. The mom of two has been photographed in multiple luxury brands, but for the fashionista on a budget, who appreciates an oversized parka, the Women’s Downdrift Parka ($399) earned a perfect, five-star review at Patagonia. If you want more options, try the L.L. Bean’s Baxter State Parka ($299), the Gabriola Parka ($825) or Victoria Parka ($950) from Canada Goose.

Last but not least, Cananda Goose. There’s not much to explain as the brand’s reputations proceeds it. If you can afford it, it’s certainly worth the splurge. The Langford Parka Heritage is one of the brand’s bestsellers. It’s available in a bunch of different colors including white, red, black, blue, military green, limestone and khaki (sizes XS-3XL). Click here for other styles from Canada Goose.

 

 

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Move over Mojo Dojo Ken, there’s a new Barbie in town. Mattel released collectible dolls inspired by Ted Lasso on Tuesday (Oct. 24).

If you’re a fan of the Apple TV+ show, starring Jason Sudeikis, you might get a kick out of Mattel’s new collection. The Ted Lasso Barbie is dressed in the character’s signature blue tracksuit with AFC Richmond logo detailing and a working zipper. The doll comes complete with aviator sunglasses, a whistle and a soccer ball.

The commemorative packaging recreates AFC Richmond’s locker room –- there’s even a “BELIEVE” sign and Nate’s homemade suggestion box.

The Barbie x Ted Lasso collection includes two other dolls made in the likeness of characters Rebecca Welton, played by Hannah Waddingham, and Keeley Jones, played by Juno Temple.

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Like the characters on the show, the Rebecca Welton doll is dressed like a “soccer boss” in a pale pink shirt, black wide leg pants and a pink bag while the Keeley Jones Barbie goes glam up in a hot pink dress, pink purse and fur stole.

The Emmy-winning comedy series, developed by Sudeikis, Brendan Hunt, Bill Lawrence and Joe Kelly, premiered during the pandemic in 2020 and helped launch Apple TV+. The show, about an inexperienced American football coach hired to manage a British team, ended in May after three seasons.

The Barbie x Ted Lasso collection is the latest Mattel collectible for fans to buy along with the Little People’s Collector’s Set ($25.99). The Ted Lasso doll is sold out at Mattel but the others are still in stock. You can also find the dolls at Amazon (prices may vary) and on eBay.

Purchase below.

Buy: Barbie Signature Doll, Ted Lasso Wearing Iconic Blue AFC Richmond Tracksuit with Aviators, Collectible with Displayable Packaging $92.97