In case you missed them, we’ve rounded up our most popular stories of the week to help you stay in the loop. No need to thank us — just toast a peppermint hot chocolate in our honor when you’re discussing who did what over your hash browns. Homepage photo: Courtesy of Curly Hair Salon Fashionista’s …
Continue reading
Caffè Borbone – roasted in Naples, Italy, brings authentic Italian coffee to every brewing style, offering K-Cup®-compatible pods, Nespresso®- compatible capsules, ground coffee, whole beans, and giftable accessories. Perfect for holiday hosts, espresso lovers, and last-minute shoppers, each blend delivers rich flavor, premium quality, and everyday convenience. An ideal, affordable gift for any coffee enthusiast, there are great sales on their website happening now, and free shipping for the month of December. Elevate your coffee experience and enjoy cafe-quality Italian coffee at home. caffeborboneamerica.com
Welcome to Beauty’s Night Out, a series dedicated to the need-to-know beauty conversations dominating the nightlife scene. Expect a first look at the latest trends, behind-the-scenes tutorials, and loads of going-out inspiration as you get all dolled up—all you need is your favorite playlist.
Picture it: You and your best friends are getting ready in your apartment. You’ve slipped on a sequin minidress, makeup is strewn across your vanity, and your bubblegum-pop Y2K playlist (or your pre-party playlist of choice) is blasting from your phone speaker. It’s official: Holiday party season is in full swing. I’ve been searching for some fresh makeup ideas for such occasions, and who better to ask than someone who lives and breathes nightlife? So, I called on Christa Eduafo, AKA DJ CHVMELEON—an NYC-based DJ, content creator, and social strategist—to give me some party-makeup inspo.
“My go-to makeup look is a natural beat or soft glam. Lots of blush, sharp liner, mascara, and a neutral lip combo,” Eduafo tells me. “But the holidays are an excuse to get a little more colorful, glittery, and festive, so that’s what I aimed for with this look.”
While you might expect her high-performing makeup to have an equally high price tag, she revealed that her long-lasting, highly pigmented products are all $12 and under—and they’re all from SHEGLAM.
“From the liquid shadow to the buttery blush stick, everything I used stands out on my deep skin tone and lasts all night, which is always what I look for,” she gushes.
Keep scrolling for the glittery, glossy, budget-friendly look she’s wearing to all her holiday parties this year.
To start, she relies on a good primer to make sure her makeup doesn’t budge throughout the night. And after topping off her foundation and concealer with the Insta-Ready Blur & Lift Setting Powder Duo ($9), it’s all about the blush.
“I love a bright, ultra-pigmented cream blush,” she says. “I’ve really gotten into using blush lately, and I’m not afraid to pile it on.”
She also gave a hot tip if you want to subtly up your blush game: “I go back in with the setting powder to remove some of the shine and calm the brightness to get the perfect balance.”
SHEGLAM
Buttery Bliss Blush Stick
sheglam
Insta-Ready Ultra-Fine Blur & Lift Setting Powder Duo
sheglam
Good Grip Hydrating Primer
“You’ll never catch me without a sharp, cat-eye liner,” she says. “I’m obsessed with how pigmented the Pro-Precision Waterproof Liner is.”
The glitz and glam of the season even inspired her to pick up a product she doesn’t normally reach for: “I don’t typically use eyeshadow, and the Airglow Eye Tint felt like the perfect glittery, festive touch to add to the look. I loved the sparkle it added, so I’ll definitely be reaching for this often.”
I can see why she became instantly obsessed with the shimmery, twinkling formula.
sheglam
Pro Precision Liquid Eyeliner
sheglam
Lashlighter Infinite Tubing Mascara
For her lip combo, Eduafo got creative and put me onto my new favorite hack: “I used the Precision Sculpt Liquid Contour as a liquid lipstick,” she explains. “I always pair a dark-chocolate lip liner with a neutral gloss. I feel it gives my lips dimension without being too high-maintenance throughout the night.” We love a multitasking product! She finished the look off with a swipe of the Glass Lock Air Gloss in two different shades—Sepia Kiss and That’s My Jam—for a hint of color that’s completely unique to her.
sheglam
Glass Lock Air Gloss in Sepia Kiss
sheglam
Precision Sculpt Liquid Contour Duo
sheglam
Glass Lock Air Gloss in That’s My Jam
Beanie Bouncers – This Holiday, meet Ty Beanie Bouncers, the classic bouncy ball reinvented! Soft, collectible, and irresistibly cute, these pint-sized plush balls combine the charm of Beanie Babies and Beanie Boos with high-flying bounce. With 60+ designs (including Disney, Marvel, Bluey & more), they make perfect gifts that spark creativity, sensory comfort, and screen-free play! beaniebouncers.com
November 29, 2025
Beauty and Lifestyle Advisor
Looking for the perfect holiday reads for young hearts and curious minds? Kloe’s New Friendship by K.M. Selvidge offers an empowering story of courage and connection, while Kam and Santa’s Global Adventure by Sheila A. Morrow takes readers on a multicultural Christmas journey around the world. For cozy moments, YOU Yoga: Finding Your Inner Shine by María Castellucci Moore encourages mindfulness and calm, and Where Does Santa Go On Vacation? by Kim Ann adds a playful twist to post-holiday fun with Santa’s magical getaway adventures. And readers will reach their greatest potential with the Live Big Series by Kat Kronenberg. (www.dawnscorner.com).
Kloe’s New Friendship by K.M. Selvidge
It’s second semester and Main St High is swirling with secrets. Kloe discovers that her brother is not always what he seems, and a new friendship gives her the courage to take matters into her own hands. This second book of the Kloe series helps readers know that they are not alone and can help others be courageous. kmselvidge.com
Kam and Santa’s Global Adventure by Sheila A. Morrow
Take your family on a festive journey with this heartwarming picture book. Follow Kam as he travels the world with Santa, discovering how different cultures celebrate Christmas. This picture book invites families to celebrate both the diversity and unity of holiday joy. sheilaamorrow.com
YOU Yoga: Finding Your Inner Shine
by María Castellucci Moore
Share the gift of inner peace this holiday season with this tender story that reminds children (and parents) to slow down, breathe, and shine their inner light. Perfect for cozy Christmas moments, this picture book inspires calm, connection, and self-discovery among little ones. mascotbooks.com
Where Does Santa Go On Vacation? By Kim Ann
After the busiest night of the year, Santa is ready for some well-deserved relaxation. Does he trade in his sleigh for a surfboard, a sunny beach, or some other fun getaway? Wherever he goes, one thing’s for sure—Santa’s vacation is bound to be full of surprises and a little magic! a.co/d/8oNSUQl
Live Big Series by Kat Kronenberg
Set in the vibrant African savanna, the series follows lovable animals discovering the power of love, gratitude, courage, and community—sparked by a magical force called CATCH-M, the spark of self-belief within us all. In Dream Big, Love Big, and Think Big, Baboon and friends learn to believe, care, and act bravely. The newest book, Live Big with CATCH-M, follows CATCH-M as it awakens and inspires readers to “DREAM BIG, LOVE BIG, and THINK BIG” together—encouraging children to nurture their inner light and live with big hearts. a.co/d/hnnz2EE
The post Dawn McCarthy’s Top Kids Books this Holiday Season appeared first on Eyes on hollywood.
Finding the perfect present for that special someone (or the intimidatingly cool fashion person in your life) is no simple task, but we’ve got your gifting inspiration covered. Before you slip into a post-turkey dinner coma, see (and shop!) all of our holiday gift guides (and our curated roundup of …
Continue reading
This holiday season, the smartest thing in beauty isn’t a serum – it’s Skin.Chat, the newly launched beauty AI agent from Haut.AI. Long trusted by major beauty and wellness brands for clinical-grade skin analysis, Haut.AI is now making its science accessible to everyone with the first-ever consumer …
Continue reading
In case you missed them, we’ve rounded up our most popular stories of the week to help you stay in the loop. No need to thank us — just toast a cup of chamomile tea in our honor when you’re discussing who did what over your seasonal fruit bowl. Homepage photo: Beata Zawrzel/NurPhoto via Getty …
Continue reading
I may be a little biased considering my job title, but I firmly believe that holiday makeup collections are the best treasures. There’s just something about a limited-edition formula or shade housed in frosty, festive packaging that makes my heart sing—so much so that I often find myself saving these exclusive palettes, bullets, and tubes long after the pigment has depleted. And then there’s Dior. The brand is already responsible for some of my favorite glam staples of all time (namely the Rouge Dior in 999, the Diorshow Mascara, and, of course, the cult-favorite Lip Glow Oil), but its holiday collections are always nothing short of magical. This year’s collection doesn’t disappoint.
Drawing inspiration from circus arts, the assortment hones in on enchanting shimmer—from embossed lipsticks to silky eye shadow palettes to pearlescent nail lacquers—in a way that, despite its theme, doesn’t lean too far into stage-makeup territory. This is Dior we’re talking about, so you can expect only the most elevated offerings. Imagine the light-reflecting sheen from a luxurious velvet chaise or twinkling champagne flutes huddled on a silver tray, whispers of shimmer that feel chic, sophisticated, and so very Dior.
I’ve been wearing the collection for weeks (you know, testing the waters ahead of the holiday-party circuit), and it’s just as divine as it looks on-screen. That said, I keep gravitating toward a few standouts that deserve a spot in your makeup bag, and I highly recommend shopping them while you still can. A couple heroes have already sold out! Scroll ahead and godspeed.
DIOR
Diorshow 5 Couleurs Eyeshadow Palette in Fiery Circus
The hero product, IMO, is this coppery eye shadow palette. Housed in a limited-edition golden compact, the five-pan palette has everything you need for a quick holiday eye look. I usually resort to minimal eye shadow (typically no eye shadow at all, actually), but leave it to Dior to influence me to play.
Using the sponge applicator, I first applied a layer of the light, pearly shade to my entire lid, then added a touch of the mauve shadow on the outer corners. After a quick blend, I traced my upper and lower lash lines with the rust-colored shadow to make my blue-green eyes really pop. I swiped on a bit of gold shadow to help all the pigments mingle, then finished with more of that pearly hue on my inner corners. Simply stunning.
DIOR
Limited Edition Dior Backstage Rosy Glow Powder Blush in 830 Fiery Red
A surprise hit! I initially waved off the shade Fiery Red in fear it might be too intense on my fair skin, but the buildable, pH-activating formula ensures the vibrant pigment looks as natural as possible. Just a touch on my apples is all I need for a healthy, windswept flush. I use a big, fluffy brush to sweep the powder toward my temples, dusting the remnants on the bridge of my nose for that quintessential “I’m cold” effect.
DIOR
Limited Edition Dior Backstage Rosy Glow Powder Blush in 810 Starry Pink
You can totally use this Barbie pink as your sole blush, but I actually adore it as a highlighter. The cool-toned, pearly pigment effortlessly catches the light while adding an extra kiss of color. Win-win. Using my fingertip, I’ll swipe it across my cheekbones and on the tip of my nose.
DIOR
Rouge Dior Velvet Lipstick in 629 Parade
The collection has three limited-edition Rouge Dior Lipsticks, but this rosy matte situation pairs perfectly with the coppery eye shadow palette above. Despite the velvety finish, it never leaves my lips feeling cracked and cakey. A bonus? The bullet comes engraved with stars. It’s almost too pretty to use, but the rich pigment is begging to join my everyday lip combo.
DIOR
Rouge Dior Sequin Liquid Duo Lipstick in Spectacular Icone
An MVP of the holiday collection, the Rouge Dior Sequin Liquid Duo Lipstick is available in 10 equally stunning shades—though I’m partial to this rusty rose to match the aforementioned eye look. The liquid formula has a wink of glitter that makes my lips look impossibly juicy, especially when paired with the high-shine clear gloss on the product’s other end. While the Velvet Lipstick is a routine stalwart, I’ve been loving this liquid pigment to punch up my glam from day to night. The longevity is also rather impressive. Rest assured, it’ll stay put throughout any holiday party.
DIOR
Forever Glow Luminizer Highlighting Powder in 001 Dior Star
Dior’s Forever Glow Luminizer is a beauty-editor staple, and now, it comes in shimmery gold—well, while supplies last. As if the exclusive hue wasn’t enough of a draw, consider the limited-edition compact embossed with a Christian Dior star-stamped band. So chic.
DIOR
Vernis Top Coat in Gold Circus
This sparkly rose-gold topcoat will add an expensive touch to any nail lacquer you’ve got, but it also shines on its own for a subtle fairy-dusted mani.
DIOR
Vernis Nail Polish in Plum Parade
This sheer, juicy plum is a compliment magnet.
DIOR
Limited Edition Dior Backstage Rosy Glow Powder Blush in 850 Starry Mauve
While I love to step outside my glam comfort zone during the holidays, a rosy-mauve blush will always be my fail-safe. It seems other beauty fans feel the same, as the shade is already sold out on Dior’s website and running low at Saks!
DIOR
Rouge Dior Velvet Lipstick in 210 Circus
For those who prefer a creamy satin-finish lipstick, you can’t go wrong with this silky, neutral pink.
DIOR
Rouge Dior Velvet Lipstick in 999
Rouge Dior 999 will always be iconic, but the embossed stars make it even chicer, don’t you think?
Dior
Miss Dior Blooming Bouquet Eau de Toilette Holiday Gift Set
A vibrant floral, Miss Dior Blooming Bouquet is a mood boost in a bottle. This limited-edition case contains a convenient travel spray for just $20 more than the original eau de toilette. As a beauty editor, I’d be over the moon if someone gifted it to me this holiday season (wink, wink).