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Alexander McQueen Holiday Windows in London

Leave it to Sarah Burton and the Alexander McQueen team to create a breathtaking series of holiday windows for their London flagship this season with brilliantly crafted dresses from their Fall 2011 collection breaking out of cargo boxes. Visit the Alexander McQueen store in London to check out the windows in person at 4-5 Old Bond Street, London, W1S 4PD

Or, is Eddy becoming me? My favorite show, Absolutely Fabulous, returns with a Christmas special. Bubble is back and Eddy is having issues with updating her blog, or flog. I'd like to hear her take on wanker web developers... I could write a comedy of errors pilot on that! Here's a sneak peek video of the Ab Fab Christmas Special 2011: Ya know, that undulated alumninum kitchen cabinet looks a lot like my kitchen.... a bit too-too of art imitating life! The sad news, according to Lalate is that the special will not be airing in the US at this time... boohoo.

We know you're bogged down with the holiday season's requisite errands, tasks and what not, but one must also remember the ample amount of face-time we all have to deal with each season as we reunite with friends and family at dinners and celebrations throughout the month. MORE: Holiday With that in mind, we've put together a simple four step guide to have you looking your best when celebrating this holiday season. Go ahead, take a moment to look your best and celebrate yourself! Its party time after all! 1). A Statement Maker It's the end of the year and whether you have a lot to celebrate or not, why not get it together and make a bold move and

Don't Miss: "Emeril’s Table" Holiday Cooking for a Crowd episode airing December 9th at 11:00am ET/10:00am C on the Hallmark Channel. Why: I'm on it along with my family and friends. I've always felt that style is a lot like cooking. If you don't start out with the right ingredients (wardrobe), no matter how you try to doctor it up (accessories too) , the results can be less than tasty. Less is more when it is well-planned and of fantastic quality. The Holiday Cooking for a Crowd gang: (left to right) My husband, Emeril Lagasse, my son, me (front row l to r), my friend Liz, her niece Kelsey. My husband and I entertain quite a bit in New York, particularly around the

Here's a very off-key-- but sweet-- rendition of Jingle Bells courtesy of Victoria's Secret models Adriana Lima, Doutzen Kroes, Lily Aldridge, Candice Swanepoel, Erin Heatherton, and Lindsay Ellingson. MORE: Victoria's Secret

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Christmas in Paris: Les Sapins de Noel des CréateursWho doesn't need a little edgy style boost for their holiday tree? And why not make it a very French chic designer one at that? Richard Nahem takes on a visual tour of some very Parisian inspired Christmas trees for a bit of design inspiration and to benefit a very charitable cause . --S.H. SEE: Holiday Windows It's that time of the year again, tis' the season, HO-HO-HO, and all that to focus on the magical lights, done-up store windows, and abundance of trees, all to celebrate the Christmas spirit of Paris. MORE ABOUT: French Chic Les Sapins de Noel des Créateurs, now in its 16th season, is a collection of original Christmas trees from

What to wear for the holidays? We've got the answers in a fab red dress! With the holidays come special occasion dinner parties & celebrations that call for festive dresses that make an elegant statement and with red being a go-to hue of the moment and just about any holiday season, there are so many fantastic red holiday dresses this season, but here we've culled a few of our favorites with notes on how to best wear them. After-all, nothing says holiday cheer more than the rush of a knock-em dead scarlet number. Not into to that much red, or want to amp it up even more? Try some bold red lips, like Olivia Wilde, here. Consider the provocative allure you'll radiate in Roksanda Ilincic's brazen

With the beginning of the holiday season and its many festivities just around the corner, we've put together the ultimate gift guide perfect for the hospitable hostesses in your life. From Lladro's unique conversation vases to an exclusive wine-of-the-month membership, there's something thoughtful and budget friendly to gift everyone with for the good times ahead. Consider Lladro's festive and uber cool graphic harlequin vases(above) that make for a unique gift that's destined to be cherished for years to come and if those two beauties are a bit out of your reach, think about a glorious illustrated coffee table book like the newly released one from Christian Louboutin that's perfect for the shoe-crazed diva in all of us. -Naveed Hussain SHOP

Ultra-cute actress Jaime King donned one of the most playful little-black-dresses that we've seen on the red carpet in a long while at the 16th annual GQ "Men Of The Year" party last week in Los Angeles. In basic black, the dress's flouncy a-line hem, graphic embroidery and peek-a-boo bust-line go well with King's simple make-up and elegant, sleek hair for a look that's full of grown-up energy. Take a cue from the actress this holiday season and look for polished pieces that make a play on traditional silhouettes with unexpected details that are reserved enough to have a forever-chic appeal. On King, you can see that the abbreviated proportions of the dress are just right while her Adeler 14k

Surveying Marc by Marc Jacobs and his mainline collection together we've culled a covetable, colorful assortment of goods that are certain to add a boast of riotous cheer for you and your loved ones just in time for the holidays. Above, a bright metallic contrast tote from Marc Jacobs. Highlights from Marc by Marc Jacobs: An assortment of ultra-girly jewels is certain to dazzle those in your life for many a season to come thanks to their quirky takes on classic, irresistible shapes. SHOP: Marc by Marc Jacobs at Shopbop and MarcJacobs.com This bold contrasting bag from Marc by Marc Jacobs marries a classic top-handle frame with the ease of a carry-all shoulder purse while adding a much needed burst of techno-pop

"Happy Everything" Lord & Taylor Holiday Window Unveiling

Retail Remedy: There's nothing that says holiday shopping more than the launch of Christmas windows Of all the department holiday windows in New York, Lord & Taylor is a perennial favorite as one of the most classic and heartwarming. This year's theme being “What is Christmas Made Of?” The store asked children from Women In Need shelters and local schools to draw what they believe Christmas is made of. The mechanical holiday windows were inspired by their art and feature 125 of the original drawings. MORE: Holiday Windows One of my favorite snippets from the store's window, pictured right, is "Holiday is for Everyone, " featuring a rather chic woman in a red jacket trimming the tree with a Chanukah menorah

Christmas Windows Paris- Chanel and Lanvin Holiday Displays

Retail Remedy: Rag dolls & dogs make for whimsy rather than traditional holiday window displays Not so traditional Christmas, c'est si bon! There's nothing that I love more on my walking tours of Paris than to spot the unexpected, especially during the holiday season. Take these whimsical windows, for instance... Lanvin Okay, the windows at Lanvin are not your conventional Christmas windows by any stretch of the imagination. Instead of cutesy dancing bears and marionettes gaily prancing, there are dogs wearing top hats, spectacles, and bow ties and bald headed mannequins spattered in white paint. Nonetheless, I think they are the cats meow and the dog's bark. And, almost as cute as the Printemps Loves Lanvin windows! Lanvin Love the

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