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Wonderland’s Guide to Literary Gift-Giving
We know, you know, and they know too – nothing screams last-minute gift-buying quite like an out-of-context book choice. The bad news? If you haven’t finished your Christmas shopping by now, time is very much not on your side. The good news is that books can be one of the best gifts going – if chosen wisely. So consider this your cheat sheet to mastering last-minute gifting this festive season.
The Chelsea Hotel Is Still a Turn-On
The most storied spot in rock history is now a glamorous luxury hotel. It’s just as fun as you’d hope.
Corey Fogelmanis Is Making His Mark
Whether as Disney’s Farkle Minkus or a crush-worthy Walter brother – the Californian actor’s been gracing screens with tales of youth since he hit his teens. Now, in I Wish You All The Best, he’s communicating his most powerful yet.
The Hellp put Chris Heyn Jr. in the hot seat
Fresh off the debut of his very own talk show The Chris Heyn Show, the internet’s ‘unc’ swaps roles as host with Californian band The Hellp to talk the UK underground scene, an LA spin-off and sleeping with blink-182. On weekdays, Chris Heyn Jr. and The Hellp live pretty different lives. One’s a Connecticut-bred corporate […]
Lights On: Alegra Torel
You might know her as the Couture Clinician, or perhaps you’ve stumbled across her on social media and paused, hypnotised by that to-die-for fashion archive. But psychotherapist Alegra Torel seems to understand the power of clothing on a level that slips far beyond what the eye can clock. Here’s why – take notes.
BODUR: The Act Of Creation Is Art
London-based multi-disciplinarian BODUR will be taking over the V&A East Storehouse this week for a unique live creation exhibition, SECOND LANGUAGE. She tells Wonderland all about it.
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Get Wicked!
In director Jon M. Chu’s return to the Land of Oz with Wicked: For Good, Cynthia Erivo and Jonathan Bailey watch as Elphaba and Fiyero find home in one another. On screen, it’s a masterclass in chemistry; off it, simply business as usual for two friends who can’t get over each other.
From East London to LA: Tiana Major9’s DIY Journey to November Scorpio
Tiana Major9's circuitous route to their debut album taught them one thing: just do it yourself. Now, ahead of its arrival, the R&B luminary tells Wonderland why, at its core, it’s all about love.
‘Will radio play this?’ Actually, I didn’t give a fuck”: Zara Larsson
With a Grammy nomination for Best Pop/Dance Recording, pop princess Zara Larsson is glowing in the heat of Midnight Sun, her fifth studio album, and the one that finally puts her right where she belongs: at the centre of her own creative universe.
The Fantastic New Era Of Maika Monroe
Following her breakout in cult killer-thriller, Longlegs, Maika Monroe solidified her status as a modern horror icon. Now, she’s swapping gut-wretching gore for sentiment and sarcasm in director Julia Jackman’s queer fantasy-fable, 100 Nights of Hero.
No such thing as too much PDA in Derek Ridgers’ Hello, I Love You
British photographer Derek Ridgers captures the ghost of past lovers in his new book, Hello, I Love You.
JT Is Just That Girl
It girl JT – Rap’s new apex of style and sound – is scaling up again. From producing and directing, to performing, with a vision entirely her own, all roads lead to success ahead of her 2026 debut solo album.
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The Spirit of Flowers
The Spirit of Flowers gathers ten celebrated photographers from across the globe to meditate on one timeless subject: the flower. More than just petals and stems, these images trace the cultural weight and quiet beauty of blooms in all their forms – symbols of love, resilience, fragility, and rebirth
The Wicked Alchemy of Costume Designer Paul Tazewell
Pink may go good with green, but there’s so much more behind the Wicked costumes. Here, designer Paul Tazewell breaks it down for us.
Alexis Stone: Your Favourite A-lister’s Favourite A-lister
After a busy fashion month, Alexis Stone talks chameleon-esque performance art, childhood heroes, and his intimate relationship with beauty.
Joe Locke and Ruaridh Mollica Try Not to Spill the Tea
As the rising stars prepare for the final stretch of their West End debut in Samuel D. Hunter’s Clarkston, they sit down with Wonderland for tea – and a few cuddles.
Georgie Farmer Is Ready For Everything And Anything
With two seasons of Tim Burton’s Wednesday under his belt and a British Independent Film Award longlist nod for Breakthrough Performance, Farmer is slowly but surely claiming his spot as one of the most exciting talents emerging from British soil right now. Here’s why.
Hot girls go to Comic Con
And the hottest ones have their own booth. Why I traded my dream job for a hamster-shaped, crypto-gaming gig.
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I went to a party in the Eiffel Tower on a Monday
With AI regulation and artist-first policies, Paris-based streaming giant Deezer are offering a morally adept alternative to its competitors. They invite Ben Tibbits to their latest Purple Door event to discover the magic for himself.
Mason Thames Is All Grown Up (Sort Of)
Most people stumble out of an overpriced Uber on the way to their 18th birthday – actor Mason Thames pulled up to his on a dragon.
Emma Stone & Jesse Plemons On Bugonia & Their Love Affair With Lanthimos
With their latest collaboration Bugonia garnering yet more critical acclaim, Emma Stone and Jesse Plemons talk world-building and their shatterproof adoration for Yorgos Lanthimos.
The Wonderland Team’s Fave Horror Films
From Audition to The Substance with plenty of Mia Goth in between, team Wonderland helps get you in the spooky mood with our best horror film recs this Halloween.
7 Girls in Horror
From Mia Goth and Sophie Wilde to Hunter Schafer and Sydney Sweeney, we take a look at the actors making horror a girls' club.
Ama Is Revving the engine all the way up
Ama’s never cared for mystery. So after a two-year hiatus, the London singer-songwriter and fashion-world darling made herself one promise on the way back to the studio: no more pretending.
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Wonderland’s Guide to Autumn Reading
The crisp weather and changing leaves mean it’s time to curl up with a cup of tea and tuck into a cosy read. Whether you’re searching for Halloween costume inspiration, reminiscing about your back-to-school days or looking to escape the city, writer Julia Novis rounds up eight titles to get you through the changing of seasons.
Xu Minghao (THE 8)
After a decade in the spotlight, XU MINGHAO (THE 8) is still discovering who he is. Now, the singer, dancer and DJ is rewriting the rules of pop with a daring new sound.
We’re all Hollywoodian stars at the Beverly Hills Hotel
Three years of drama school might earn you a degree in acting, but one minute inside The Beverly Hills Hotel and suddenly you’re a star. In the City of Angels, Wonderland checks into Marilyn Monroe, Charlie Chaplin and Elizabeth Taylor’s favourite playground for a crash course in Hollywood lore.
The Best Performances From the 2025 BFI London Film Festival
From the return of JLaw to Ethan Hawke’s lonely old soul, Wonderland spotlights the outstanding performances from the BFI London Film Festival 2025.
Jacob Elordi Stuns as the Gentle Monster of Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein
A reimagining of Mary Shelley’s 1818 literary masterpiece, Guillermo del Toro’s long-awaited return to gothic fantasy enlists the help of Netflix for its lavish, baroque production.
Ella Balinska Is Playing The Long Game
After a breakout Hollywood debut in Charlie’s Angels, the actor-DJ's rise was suddenly stalled by the pandemic, industry shutdowns, and a devastating car crash. Now, she is back on the rise – and totally unbothered by follower counts.