Accepting the $1M gift eliminates nearly 7% interest on a jumbo mortgage, delivering an immediate risk-free return that rivals most market strategies.
The new $15M lifetime gift exemption lets the in-laws transfer the full $1M immediately tax-free, requiring only a Form 709 filing.
An intrafamily loan at the 3.72% IRS minimum rate saves roughly 3 percentage points versus the current 6.9% jumbo mortgage rate.
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People who pursue a FIRE (Financial Independence Retire Early) philosophy aggressively save and invest with a goal of retiring young enough to enjoy the freedom that a substantial nest egg affords. A fatFIRE adherent aims to accumulate a seven- or eight-figure retirement portfolio, enabling a lifestyle that ordinary early retirement budgets cannot support. When a couple's in-laws share those fatFIRE values, the relationship tends to run smoothly. But good intentions packaged as sizable financial gifts can shift that balance quickly, and without diplomacy and a shared strategy, even a generous offer can quietly fracture family dynamics.

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Kanye West's recent public appearance with his kids at an event has fans rooting for him. The rapper reportedly attended the Yeezy Season 01 runway show in Los Angeles on November 4, 2026. He also presented his new Yeezy fashion collection, making headlines. But what truly stole the spotlight was the sweet family moment, as he was joined by all four of his children.
Ye with his four children, North, Saint, Chicago, and Psalm West at his Yeezy Season 01 runway show in LA tonight. ?
? pic.twitter.com/k3oiLqFrEg— yzyupdates (yzyupdates) November 5, 2026
Kanye West brought all four of his children to his latest Yeezy runway event in Los Angeles on November 4, 2026. The presentation took place at Yeezy Flagship Droam 1, located at 4317 Beverly Boulevard. It marked the label's first full-scale runway show since October 2022. The event also drew several familiar faces from the music and fashion industries.
The "Runaway" rapper wore an all-black outfit featuring a jacket paired with trousers. He completed the look with Yeezy boots and sneakers from the upcoming collection. However, the highlight of the event was his appearance alongside his four children: North West, Saint West, Chicago West, and Psalm West. Kanye shares the children with Kim Kardashian. The former couple tied the knot in 2014 and separated in 2021. Seeing the rapper with all four of his children truly warmed viewers' hearts.

#yeezy #west #runway

Hunter Schafer attended the WIRED World Fair in Miami on Wednesday, where she took part in a panel discussion.
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For an event exploring the intersection of technology, creativity and culture, Hunter's NIHL by Neil Grotzinger Spring 2027 look felt particularly fitting. With her upcoming television series Blade Runner 2099 being her latest project, the futuristic aesthetic also seemed especially relevant, even if this wasn't an official promotional appearance.
The neon-yellow hooded top, covered in intricate floral embellishments, has an almost otherworldly quality, while the contrasting printed skirt adds to the unconventional aesthetic. The combination of traditional decorative techniques and futuristic design makes this an interesting choice for the occasion.
By swapping the runway's chunky boots for lilac pumps, she gave the outfit a more feminine feel while keeping its unconventional appeal.

#wired #schafer #fair

A married couple over 65 who haven't claimed Social Security can pull about $47,500 from an IRA and owe the IRS nothing.
Collecting the average benefit shrinks the tax-free IRA withdrawal to about $34,000, because half of Social Security counts toward taxable income.
Past the zero-tax line, the Social Security tax torpedo makes each extra IRA dollar count nearly twice, producing an effective marginal rate of about 19%.
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A married couple where both spouses are over 65 can take a surprisingly large IRA withdrawal next year and owe the IRS nothing. How large depends mostly on one question: have they started Social Security yet?

#free #collecting #past

Kanye West has the support of his family on his big night.
The 49-year-old "All of the Lights" rapper presented his new Yeezy fashion collection on Wednesday (November 4) in Los Angeles.
Joining Kanye at the show were all four of his kids – North, 13, Saint, 10, Chicago, 8, and Psalm, 7. The controversial rapper shares his four kids with ex-wife Kim Kardashian, who was spotted in New York City that same night hanging out with a longtime famous friend.
Kanye's wife Bianca Censori also supported him at the show, wearing an extremely low-cut jumpsuit.
Other stars in attendance included Big Sean, King Combs, 2 Chainz, Quenlin Blackwell, Kid Cudi, Rich the Kid, ASAP Nast, and Natalie Nunn.

#kanye #rapper #yeezy

Meghan Markle is reportedly "questioning" whether the Sussexes' U.K. move was the right choice. Fans are aware that Prince Harry and Meghan moved to the U.K. on August 26 and intend to stay in the country for an extended period of time. However, the couple hasn't exactly received the warm welcome they were seemingly hoping to get. This has reportedly led to friction between Harry and Meghan.
Meghan Markle reportedly wishes to spend more time in the U.S., while her husband, Prince Harry, wants to stay in the U.K. longer. According to a report by Closer, almost three months later, the Suits alum is debating her decision to move to the U.K.
The ****** ss of Sussex did not enjoy her stay in Britain when she got married to the Duke. It seems like nothing much has changed, and she is "terrified" that she's in for another round of misery. "Then there's the uncertainty over how things are going to go with the royals and the British public. Meghan is understandably pretty anxious about that and already wondering if this was a mistake," the source added.
The Sussexes were seemingly trying to make inroads with the royal family when King Charles made an important announcement. The monarch released a statement via Lord Chamberlain, ****** erting that the Sussexes remain private citizens. Harry and Meghan cannot use royal ****** les (HRH) or participate in royal engagements.
The Sussexes released a statement stating that they "were a little surprised not to have been told about this in advance." The actress is reportedly hurt that there has been no acknowledgement of them from the royal family. It is quite "hurtful" because one positive word would silence their critics. On top of that, the bills are piling up for them, and the expenses are only increasing.

#reportedly #royal #prince

Dafne Keen says she was offered cocaine at wrap parties as a child. The actor was around 11 to 13 and says she refused. During a recent podcast appearance, Keen explained that seeing adults drink and use drugs helped her avoid both.
Dafne Keen, now 21, discussed her choices during an appearance on Michael Rosenbaum's Inside of You podcast. She told the host that she has "never been drunk enough to even have a hangover," describing herself as a "control freak" about drinking. Seeing that culture as a child made her wary of trying it herself.
When Rosenbaum asked about the drinking she had witnessed, Keen revealed that she was "getting offered ****** e at wrap parties." She said she turned it down, and joked that she was not getting involved at such a young age. Rosenbaum reacted with surprise at the idea of a child encountering drugs so early. "11 or 12? Man, I didn't start that early," he said.
Staying sober has not stopped Keen from enjoying nights out, she explained. She likes music, dancing and spending time with people, and said she can stay out until 6 a.m. without drinking or taking anything.
The actress described herself as a fun time and said she simply does not need substances to enjoy herself. As a teenager, she sometimes claimed she was already high to avoid pressure from others. In reality, she said, she would be drinking soda and pretending to be high.

#keen #child #rosenbaum #parties

Prince William and Prince Harry have each paid a tribute to Princess Diana, though not side by side. Both brothers backed their late mother's charity with personal messages to the winners of The Diana Award, while also extending her legacy through the causes they champion. Their separate letters, however, say plenty about the ongoing feud between the two.
According to People, the Prince of Wales, 44, and the Duke of Sussex, 42, wrote congratulatory letters to the newest winners of The Diana Award. The letters, however, went out separately. Each of the 198 recipients, drawn from 44 countries, received one from each prince.
According to the charity, the winners were recognised for creating "positive change in their communities and beyond." Dr. Tessy Ojo CBE, the charity's chief executive, also praised the group. "These young people are proof that, whatever their background or circumstances, the desire to make a difference is universal," she said.
However, reports from Page Six suggest that the common gesture does not appear to signal a thaw. The brothers last appeared together at a public engagement in July 2021, when they unveiled a statue of Diana at Kensington Palace on what would have been her 60th birthday. Since then, they have seemed distant at Queen Elizabeth II's funeral and at a 2024 memorial service for their uncle.
While they are now in the same country again, they are not believed to be in contact. Harry has spoken about the rift. "I want it to work out. Of course I do," he said, while also admitting that reconciling is hard. The escalation of tensions can be traced to 2020, when Harry and Meghan Markle stepped down as senior working royals.

#prince #according #people #side

Nicolas Cage and his wife, Riko Shibata, attended the Los Angeles premiere of his latest film, Madden, together on Wednesday, Nov. 4
Their rare public appearance was in celebration of the new biopic, in which Cage portrays NFL icon John Madden
The upcoming film premieres in select theaters on Wednesday, Nov. 11
Nicolas Cage and his wife Riko Shibata spent a date night celebrating his latest film, Madden.
The couple attended the film's world premiere in Los Angeles on Wednesday, Nov. 4. The 62-year-old actor wore a black suit with a muted orange tie and black leather loafers.

#madden #riko

Google is extending its buyout program to selected workers in five additional countries as the company looks for ways to control expenses while pouring money into artificial intelligence programs.
The company told Reuters that select workers in Canada, France, Germany, ****** an and Switzerland were offered buyouts beginning in June, although the number of employees who accepted was unclear.
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"In 2025, some of our teams introduced a voluntary exit program with severance," a Google spokesperson said in a statement to Reuters. "This past summer, in June, we expanded this program globally in a few countries to support our important work ahead."
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The queen of Spain makes outfit repeating look so good. Today, Queen Letizia attended the 30th Ibero-American Summit 2026 held at the Royal Collections Gallery in Madrid, Spain, and for the occasion, she brought out a favorite dress of hers: a one-shoulder midi from Madrid-based brand Delpozo.
The navy dress with a bare shoulder, midi sleeves, and a pencil detail has the most elegant silhouette—one which is made even more chic by the large rosette that adorns the covered shoulder.
Letizia, who regularly supports the Spanish heritage label, has pulled the dress out several times before, including to the 50th anniversary celebration of Spanish sports newspaper AS in 2017, on a trip to Paris in 2018, and for the Princesa de Asturias Awards in 2020, at the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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#shoulder #letizia #madrid #hearst

Queen Letizia delivered an elegant evening look as she joined King Felipe VI for a diplomatic dinner at Madrid's Royal Palace on Wednesday.
The royal couple welcomed delegations attending the 30th Ibero-American Summit of Heads of State and Government on November 4, following the event's opening ceremony at the city's Teatro Real.
Queen Letizia stunned in the off-the-shoulder gown (@ Getty Images)
Letizia looked stunning in a navy dress with an asymmetric neckline that revealed one shoulder, while an oversized sculptural flower decorated the other. The fitted design featured three-quarter-length sleeves and a defined waist, with its dramatic floral detail providing the focal point.
She styled her brunette hair in soft, glossy waves with a deep side parting, tucking one side behind her ear to reveal sparkling earrings with blue teardrop stones.

#queen #felipe

Midterms tend to be backlash elections, and the president's party almost always loses seats when voters return to the polls to judge his performance in office.
But not all midterms are created equal.
On Tuesday, Democrats comprehensively routed their Republican rivals, regaining control of the U.S. House, U.S. Senate and statehouses across the country. Along the way, they shattered a series of decades-long Republican winning streaks and notched several historic firsts.
So just how big was this year's blue wave (or "blue tsunami")?
The full scale and scope of the Democratic Party's seismic victory is still coming into focus as officials tally every last vote. But here are some key numbers to help you put it into perspective:

#republican #blue #along

Accepting SSA back pay moves your official start date back six months, permanently erasing delayed retirement credits worth 8% per year.
A $12,480 lump sum cuts monthly checks by $80 forever, taking 13 years just to break even.
The lump sum counts as Social Security income, potentially making up to 85% taxable and triggering higher Medicare Part B premiums.
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Picture a example retiree, a composite with a full retirement age of 67, who delayed her Social Security claim until age 68. Partway through the application, she gets an offer that sounds like found money: the Social Security Administration can pay her six months of benefits she never collected, all at once.

#start #Retirement

Stocks soared Wednesday as investors reacted to a clean sweep by Democrats in the midterm election.
Stocks were initially down when results started to roll in Tuesday night, in part due to fears of a data center crackdown, but futures turned green later in the evening, and all three major indexes soared on Wednesday.
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It wasn't immediately clear why stocks jumped on the results, though it appeared to be a combination of several factors. Investors were glad to see pushback on the Trump administration validated, including on inflation and the war in Iran. Investors tend to like a divided government, and with Democrats gaining solid control of both houses of Congress, they clearly have that. Finally, President Trump was surprisingly conciliatory, saying he would "absolutely accept the results of the election," and was willing to work with Democrats, which could pave the way to a productive Congressional term.
Among the winning sectors today was housing, which has languished over the last two years due to high mortgage rates and weak housing turnover. The State Street SPDR S&P Homebuilders ETF (NYSEMKT:XHB) closed up 5.4%, reaching its highest point in more than two months, while Home Depot (NYSE:HD) and Lowe's (NYSE:LOW), the two leading home improvement retailers, were up as well. Home Depot finished up 6.5%, and Lowe's jumped 7.5%.

#home

A $900,000 traditional 401(k) left to heirs yields roughly $684,000 after taxes, while a Roth passes the full $900,000 income-tax-free.
Heirs must empty inherited accounts within 10 years, potentially pushing a child earning $150,000 into the 32% or higher tax bracket.
Converting gradually during low-income retirement years keeps taxes in the 22 to 24 percent brackets and avoids Medicare surcharges above $218,000 in joint income.
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Picture a 66-year-old with $900,000 in a traditional 401(k) who has already decided the money goes to the adult children. The open question is whether to leave it alone or convert it to Roth first. That choice can change what the kids keep by six figures.

#traditional #free #medicare

US stocks jumped on Wednesday after Democrats won control of both chambers of Congress in a seismic midterm election, paving the way for a divided government.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average (^DJI) rose 3%, or over 1,500 points, while the S&P 500 (^GSPC) climbed 1.7%. The Nasdaq Composite (^IXIC) traded up by 1.6% amid a post-election relief rally.
Markets swiftly repriced a Democratic sweep of the House and Senate — and the potential for ballot measures and newly elected officials to restrict data center construction. Chip stocks, including Nvidia (NVDA) and Micron (MU), fell. Meanwhile, other parts of the tech sector offset some of those losses, with Apple (AAPL) and Microsoft (MSFT) each hitting all-time highs.
Investors will also be watching for policy actions on housing and pharmaceuticals in the aftermath of the election. As Yahoo Finance's Jared Blikre pointed out on Tuesday, midterm elections have a history of shaping stock performance in the near term but don't tend to move markets much over the long term.
On the economic front, ISM and S&P data showed that US services activity expanded at a slower pace in October as businesses continued to grapple with elevated costs. Private-sector hiring, meanwhile, continued to show strength in October as an ADP report indicated "pretty solid job growth."

#election #october #continued

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump gave extended comments Wednesday, not about the Republican Party's midterm election wipeout but instead justifying his building a sprawling White House ballroom.
Trump invited reporters into a cavernous construction site and talked about the building project for nearly 20 minutes without mention sweeping Republican defeats around the country the night before.
"This has been a structure the likes of which has never been seen anywhere," Trump said before watching crews erect what he said would be the project's last beam and even signing what was being built.
The president had no public events on his schedule originally, but called reporters together at the last minute. He also briefly took questions, insisting, "If I were on the ballot I would have won."
He said a series of rallies he held leading up the election featured a lot of love from his supporters that "we weren't able to transfer love to the candidates."

#election

NFLX shares have fallen 33% year to date to near their 52-week low, despite a Q3 operating margin of 34.6% and a record $4.8 billion buyback quarter.
Netflix's 29% operating margin dwarfs Disney's (DIS) 15% and Spotify's (SPOT) 13%, yet its P/E multiple sits far closer to Disney's than Spotify's.
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Netflix (NASDAQ:NFLX) spent 2026 extending its reach. It added live NFL games, built its own ad technology and brought outside networks onto its platform.
The stock fell anyway, and that gap is why the setup deserves a closer look. The 24/7 Wall St. price target for Netflix is $76.26, which means 22.9% upside from $62.05.

#netflix #Stock #spot

CVS Health Corporation (CVS) announced plans on Wednesday to separate into two independent, publicly traded companies, reshaping one of the largest healthcare companies in the US.
Shares of CVS dropped more than 10% on Wednesday. The company also reported quarterly results.
CVS Health intends to separate its insurance, pharmacy benefit management, and healthcare services operations from its retail pharmacy and community healthcare segments.
The planned split marks a major shift from CVS Health's long-term strategy to bring together insurance, pharmacy benefit management, and healthcare services under one single structure.
Under the proposed plan, one company will retain the CVS Health name and house Aetna, CVS Caremark, CVS Specialty, Oak Street Health, and Signify Health.

#Health #insurance #benefit

Andrew Garfield originally intended to play Mark Zuckerberg in 2010's The Social Network before Jesse Eisenberg took on the role, while Garfield instead played Facebook co-founder Eduardo Saverin
Garfield is reflecting on the experience now that he is playing another majorly impactful tech CEO in Artificial as OpenAI's Sam Altman
Artificial, Garfield's new movie about the company behind ChatGPT, is in theaters Dec. 25
Andrew Garfield's role as Facebook co-founder Eduardo Saverin in The Social Network is still on the actor's mind as he steps into a new movie about a tech company with tremendous power.
Garfield, 43, spoke with GQ in an interview published Wednesday, Nov. 4, regarding his new movie Artificial, in which he portrays OpenAI co-founder and CEO Sam Altman. The role had him reflecting on when he starred in 2010's The Social Network after losing out on the role of Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg to Jesse Eisenberg.

#garfield #Social #artificial #andrew

President Donald Trump spent two months urging Americans to pretend he was on the ballot. On Tuesday, they did just that.
Voters delivered a stunning rebuke to Trump's party that rivaled anything Republicans had suffered in 50 years, defeats on ruby-red turf that Trump won handily just two years ago, where he has dominated politics for nearly a decade and against candidates he had in some cases handpicked.
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Not only did Democrats flip Senate and governor seats in red states, but at times by eye-popping margins.
"The message is very clear and very simple here. It was a complete repudiation of the party as defined by Donald Trump," said Mike Murphy, a Los Angeles-based Republican consultant who worked for candidates in the pre-Trump GOP, including Jeb Bush and John McCain.

#donald

US stocks jumped on Wednesday after Democrats won control of both chambers of Congress in a seismic midterm election, paving the way for a divided government.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average (^DJI) rose 2.8%, or around 1,400 points, while the S&P 500 (^GSPC) climbed 1.7%. The Nasdaq Composite (^IXIC) traded up by 1.8% as Apple (AAPL) and Microsoft (MSFT) stocks touched record highs.
Markets swiftly repriced a Democratic sweep of the House and Senate — and the potential for ballot measures and newly elected officials to restrict data center construction. Chip stocks, including Nvidia (NVDA) and Micron (MU), fell more than 1%. Meanwhile, other parts of the tech sector offset some of those losses with Apple (AAPL) and Microsoft (MSFT) each hitting all-time highs.
Investors will also be watching for policy actions on housing and pharmaceuticals in the aftermath of the election.
As Yahoo Finance's Jared Blikre pointed out on Tuesday, midterm elections have a history of shaping stock performance in the near term but don't tend to move markets much over the long term.

#midterm #highs

Trump’s political lieutenants are trying to shift the blame onto lazy candidates, but Republicans on Capitol Hill and beyond are not buying it.
Attendees react at the conclusion of concession speeches during a midterm election night watch party with Ohio Republican candidates in Columbus, Ohio, on Nov. 3, 2026. | Jon Cherry/Getty Images
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#ohio #republican #cherry

WASHINGTON — House Speaker Mike Johnson told staff on Wednesday morning that he would not run for minority leader after Republicans lost control of Congress in the midterm elections, two sources familiar with the announcement said.
Johnson handily won reelection to his Louisiana congressional district. But members of his party lost across the country on an election night that will put Democrats in the majority in the House and Senate in the next legislative session.
Among the likely contenders to try to replace Johnson as House leader are fellow Louisiana Rep. Steve Scalise, the current majority leader, and Ohio Rep. Jim Jordan, the current House Judiciary Committee chairman.
A person familiar with situation said Johnson did not want to get in the way of Scalise's ambitions. Scalise previously ran for speaker in 2023 but dropped out after he was unable to consolidate Republican support. Johnson went on to become speaker of the House.
Some previous speakers have resigned their seats after stepping down, but Johnson is not expected to resign from Congress, a second person familiar with his thinking said. Johnson joked before the midterm election that he could return to his hometown of Shreveport and start a lawn-mowing business if Republicans were defeated. He later said it was a "tongue in cheek" comment.

#House #congress #scalise

A married couple over 65 with no other income can withdraw $47,500 from a 401(k) in 2026 and owe $0 in federal tax.
Three stacked deductions fully offset the $47,500 withdrawal: a $32,200 standard deduction, a $3,300 age add-on, and a new $12,000 senior deduction.
The zero-tax math breaks once Social Security begins, as benefits start becoming taxable when combined income exceeds $32,000 for joint filers.
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A married couple, both 66, have a large traditional 401(k) and a simple plan for 2026. They will withdraw $47,500 to cover living expenses and have no other income. That means no pension, no wages and no Social Security yet. Under 2026 rules, that withdrawal produces $0 in federal income tax. The tax code makes that possible.

#security #withdrawal

Your retirement savings could get a boost or face new tax consequences, depending on what happens after the November midterm elections.
Congress is weighing proposals that could double federal retirement savings incentives for eligible workers while forcing some wealthy Americans to withdraw more money from their accounts.
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The stakes extend beyond millionaires. Changes to tax rules could also affect how much you save in your 401(k), when you convert an IRA to a Roth and how much of your retirement money you ultimately keep.

#Retirement #savings #money

Across the country, homeowners are renovating rather than moving.
Those who locked in mortgage rates a few years back have done the math: selling means financing at today's rates, and that can add hundreds of dollars a month to housing costs. Most have decided it is not worth it.
The house they are in is the one they intend to keep.
Home Depot (HD) CFO Richard McPhail put a name to it on the company's most recent earnings call. Housing turnover has "never been lower as a percentage of the housing stock," McPhail said. He called it "frozen housing market conditions."
The 30-year fixed rate stood at 7.24% the week of Oct. 29, per Freddie Mac. For anyone sitting on a 3% mortgage from 2020, that number explains the freeze entirely.

#rates #richard #freddie

SPY rose in five of six Novembers after midterms, gaining as much as 6% in 2002 and 2022 following severe bear markets.
DIA finished higher in all six post-midterm years, with gains ranging from 5% to 20%, fitting a broader presidential-cycle pattern.
In 2018, SPY gained nearly 2% in November then crashed 9% in December, ending the year 7% below pre-election levels.
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Election nights tend to rattle retirement savers, but Wall Street opened Wednesday more calmly. The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSEARCA:SPY), the most widely held stand-in for the benchmark S&P 500, traded at $763.08 before the open on November 4. That was up 1.16% from its November 3 close of $754.35. Reuters reported that stocks rallied and the dollar dipped after what it called a Democratic midterm sweep. But one session tells a 401(k) holder very little. The more useful guide is how the index behaved in the weeks and months after past midterms. That record shows a steady winning run, along with a few sharp breaks.

#midterms #midterm #december

Sabrina Carpenter took Halloween dressing to another level this year, transforming herself into music legend Stevie Nicks. The singer embraced the rock icon's signature bohemian aesthetic with a dramatic all-black ensemble that looked straight out of the 1970s.
For Halloween 2026, Sabrina Carpenter channeled Stevie Nicks in a plunging dress featuring a fitted bodice, a V-shaped neckline, and a flowing asymmetrical skirt. The black dress hugged her waist before falling into layers of lightweight fabric, creating a dramatic silhouette. A thigh-high slit added another daring element, revealing her legs as she posed for photographs.
However, the most striking feature was the dress's sheer, cape-like sleeves. The flowing black fabric extended from her arms, creating a wing-like effect. Carpenter showed off the dramatic design in a rooftop photograph, standing with her arms extended against the evening skyline.
The singer completed her Stevie Nicks-inspired Halloween costume with a black top hat and a voluminous blonde hairstyle. Her shoulder-length curls, bangs, and softly layered locks closely resembled Nicks' signature look. She also opted for dramatic eye makeup, rosy cheeks, and a muted pink lip.
Meanwhile, Carpenter's Christian Louboutin heels added a luxurious finishing touch to the costume. According to the fashion account Sabrina Style Info, she wore the designer's Cassia Lace-Up Pumps, priced at $1,195. The black heels featured a platform-style toe, towering stiletto heels, and ribbon-like straps that wrapped around her ankles. The shoes also featured the brand's recognizable red soles.

#black #carpenter