Month: December 2022

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It’s officially December, folks—we’re getting closer and closer to some much needed time with family and friends, but at the same time our days for holiday shopping are also coming to a close. If you’re in need of some last minute gift inspo and you’ve missed the train on a full advent calendar (the kind that need to be gifted by the start of the month), may I suggest you go for a smaller sized bunch?

Many cool and fun brands have created a mini-version of the advent calendar, one that’s only 12 days and honestly, I prefer it. Opening gifts every morning for 25 consecutive days can start to sound like a lot of fun in the beginning, but to be honest, it’s a lot to remember!

Luckily for you, I’ve rounded up some of the best advent calendars on the market for you to look through. I’m talking beauty, games, and even wine. Keep reading to see which ones you can grab before the season for giving is officially over.

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Courtesy of Amazon.

Funko Pop 13 Day Nightmare Before Christmas Countdown Advent Calendar

Countdown to Christmas with this one of a kind Nightmare Before Christmas Advent Calendar and get your Tim Burton on. For the person on your list who’s sort of, kind of obsessed with Halloween—it’s the perfect gift for them.

Courtesy of Sephora.

FORVR Mood Holiday Candle Advent Calendar

What better way to do an advent calendar than with candles you can light to get into a cozy mood? This set by FORVR Mood features scents like sandalwood, fresh pine, and many others.

Courtesy of Clarins.

Clarins 12-Piece Advent Calendar Set

You’ll never find Clarins this discounted, pretty much ever and while Macy’s is having a two-day Friends and Family sale, you’ll score an extra 30% off. Use the code “FRIEND” at checkout.

Courtesy of e.l.f.

e.l.f. 12 Day Makeup Advent Calendar

If you’ve ever wanted to try the skincare and makeup giant on for size, here’s your chance. For only $45, get lip gloss, mascara, and many other items for a discount. The site is also offering 30% off all gift sets, no code needed.

Courtesy of Vinebox.

Vinebox 12 Nights of Wine Holi-day Advent Calendar

‘Tis the season for drinking and being merry, so why not start early with a glass of wine? Each box contains whites, reds, and even a few rosés, all handpicked by Vinebox’s Certified Sommeliers. Do a tasting during time with friends or family or have a glass nightly solo.

Courtesy of Apotheke.

Apotheke 12 Day Candle Advent Calendar

With an estimated burn time of 15 hours, this 12 day advent calendar from Apotheke can be the perfect one to try leading up to the Christmas holiday. If you’re worrying about which scents you’ll be able to experience by purchasing this set, worry no more. Smells like charred fig, black cypress, firewood, chestnut, blackberry honey, and many other delicious ones to indulge your senses.

Courtesy of La Mer.

La Mer The Twelve Days of Transformation Advent Calendar

I mean, 12 La Mer products for the cost of one? Sign us up. There’s nothing better that the legendary skincare brand, so hop on this advent calendar while it’s still available. The brand is offering free gift wrapping as well.

Courtesy of Luxy Hair.

Luxy Hair “Hair for Holidays” Advent Calendar

A gift a day keeps everyone happy and healthy. This Hair for Holidays Advent Calendar from Luxy Hair features a curated selection of 7 full-size hair care products, tools, and accessories to help you style your hair for everything that comes your way. We’re obsessed with the packaging—it’ll look gorgeous underneath the tree.

Lisa Barlow’s Brown Puffer Coat on Her Instastories

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So maybe every post we do about Lisa Barlow’s outfits are considered puff pieces. But this one is especially because it’s praising her brown puffer coat. You can’t blame us because her fashion is always on point. Especially in the winter time because those SLC ladies know how to look hot in the cold.

Sincerely Stylish,

Jess

Click Here to Shop Her North Face Jacket

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Photo Credit: @lisabarlow14

Originally posted at: Lisa Barlow’s Brown Puffer Coat

Crystal Kung Minkoff’s Holiday Onsie Pajamas on Her Instastories

Real Housewives of Beverly Hills 2022 Instagram Fashion

‘Tis the season to be jolly for Holdiay pajamas. I am a sucker for pajamas especially when they are themed. Like Crystal Kung Minkoff’s pajamas onsie she had on in her IG stories they are so cute and cozy looking. And considering they’re in stock in a bunch of styles and affordable on top of that means we def shouldn’t sleep on getting a pair for ourselves.

Sincerely Stylish,

Jess

Click Here to Shop Her Tipsy Elves Pajamas

Photo Credit: @crystalkungminkoff

Originally posted at: Crystal Kung Minkoff’s Holiday Onsie Pajamas

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It’s always a little strange when brands — beauty or fashion — create collections inspired by people who have died. Like, who is making these decisions? Luckily, with the M.A.C. Cosmetics x Whitney Houston Collection, the brand partnered with the Whitney Houston Estate to celebrate the icon as a beauty muse. Because we talk about her incredible voice all the time but we can’t forget the looks she served throughout her life.

“Whitney was always a champion of women feeling beautiful, whether it was a major event or just for everyday wear,” Pat Houston, Executor of the Estate of Whitney E. Houston (and her former manager) said in a statement. “Our work with M.A.C is about creating a line that can meet all of those needs. The line will be true to the eye and lip colors that she loved to work with.”

The collection comes just in time for Sony Pictures’ musical biopic, I Wanna Dance With Somebody, which hits theaters on December 21. We hear the collection was actually used on Naomi Ackie, who plays Houston.

Singer Whitney Houston at Grammy Awards in February 1986 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images)

The limited-edition line features lipstick, glosses, an eyeshadow palette, powder blush, golden bronzer and more that’ll help you get the singer’s iconic smoky eyes and bold lips. Everything drops on M.A.C.’s website and Macy’s on December 8. Shop it all, below.

M.A.C.

Extra Dimension Skinfinish in Just Whitney

This Golden Bronze hue brings life to any makeup look.

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Whitney’s Nippy Eye-Conic Palette

With eight shades including Nippy’s Grape (a cool grey), Nippy’s Crease (a plum shimmer), and Nippy’s Chestnut (a mid-toned brown).

M.A.C.

Lipglass

There are two glossy Lipglass hues: Nippy’s Shimmery Gold (a gold sparkle) and Nippy’s Shimmery Cinnamon Bricky (a brick copper sparkle).

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Lipstick

Choose from four lipstick shades: Nippy’s Moody Nude (a pink-beige Cremesheen), Nippy’s Rose (a pearly coral-pink Frost), Nippy’s Feisty Red (a brick-red Amplified) and Nippy’s Sensual Red (a deep plum-red Matte).

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80 Romantic Lash

Faux lashes to top off your bold eye makeup look.

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Nippy’s Clutch

This metallic makeup bag doubles as a going-out bag.

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Powder Blush

Choose from two shimmery shades In Nippy’s Plum Rose (a raisin red) and Nippy’s Pink Rose (a washed cranberry).

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By now, you’re likely familiar with Peace Out’s unique products—each drop from the brand takes the skincare market by storm thanks to its distinctive formula and clever design. Therefore, I consider myself to be extremely lucky to be in-the-know about what Peace Out has on the horizon. When I got the opportunity to test the newest brainchild of founder and CEO, Enrico Frezza, a few weeks ago, I was all too eager to share with StyleCaster readers once the time arrived. Well folks, it’s officially here. 

The Acne Day Dot is similar to the OG acne dot you know and love, but with some upgraded features that make it suitable for daytime wear (not that I’m above wearing any type of pimple patch out in public.) First off, it’s thinner than its predecessor by 61 percent, making it less detectable to the average eye. But beyond its slimmer design, the most exciting element is that it can be hidden even further by applying makeup overtop. Anything from foundation to concealer to cream bronzer will camouflage its very existence.

Basically, the ultra-sheer acne dot gets to work on healing breakouts while you go about your day—if that’s not convenient, I don’t know what is. Acne-fighting + skin soothing ingredients like salicylic acid, retinol and aloe vera leaf extract help minimize the feel and appearance of blemishes, while the hydrocolloid polymer technology extracts impurities and protects the area from outside aggressors, such as pollution or even skin-picking. 

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Peace Out Acne Day Dot

Plus, it’s incredibly easy to maneuver. Simply apply the dot onto clean, dry skin, making sure to avoid any creases or peeling around the edges of the patch (using tweezers to remove it from the sheet is a safe method). Proceed with your go-to makeup base overtop, and finish off with powder to lock it all in place. The dot can be worn for up to 6 hours at a time, meaning you can peel it off after a long day’s work to see your results. 

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While I’ll definitely stick with the original acne dots during nighttime, the addition of these day dots into my routine has definitely made getting rid of pesky breakouts all the more easier. Whether I’m  sporting them to the gym, the office or out on the town, I feel more confident that my acne-prone skin is getting the TLC it needs while I live my daily life. 

The Acne Day Dot is available on the brand’s website and Sephora, starting at $19 per box.