One of my favorite nail polishes at the moment comes from an unlikely place: Payless! As I reported earlier, Payless has launched its own beauty line including nail polish by Unforgettable Moments. I picked up a bottle of Sugar Plum ($2.99), a deep purple polish with a classic high gloss finish, and I absolutely love it! Picture the deepest purple hue in a slice of blueberry pie, and that's the color you'll get with this polish.

Thanksgiving is the perfect time to pull out those trendy harem pants you bought on a whim but never ended up wearing. Think about it: Elastic waistband, forgiving silhouette, major cool points for being a fashion "risk"! Pair your harem pants with a velvety top and some ankle boots to complete your laid-back ensemble.

Casual Pants by Forever 21
Boots by Charlotte Russe

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ASOS just announced some major news! The UK's largest independent online fashion and beauty retailer will offer free shipping to all customers worldwide throughout the Christmas shopping season and Thanksgiving (Thursday, 25th November), until 14th December.

ASOS launched a dedicated US site in September 2010, and French and German sites last month, as well as continuing to ship to 195 countries worldwide from its UK site.

My advice: Order SOON for holiday gifts and party outfits because while many people have had great experiences, shipping can sometimes take a long time (probably due to customs). Happy shopping!

Another supereasy and affordable way to get glammed up for the holidays is with a chic headband, a trend that's skyrocketed since the dawn of Gossip Girl. Headbands are especially useful if you're heading to a party right after work, just slip on a sequined headband for a touch of shine and whimsy. These inexpensive hair accessories are great for keeping flyaways and rogue bangs in place, too. Target has an amazing selection, most are well under $10. My photos don't do them justice, many look better in person. Check them out in the accessories section on your next visit!

Dressing up for the holidays is one of the greatest joys of the season but most of us don't have the money to overhaul our wardrobes. Fortunately, with a few key pieces, you can update things you already own and make them feel fresh and festive. First up, here's what to wear to that office holiday party. You probably already own a white blouse and black skirt. Try layering an inexpensive sequin tank (size up if necessary) over the blouse -- left casually unbuttoned, sleeves rolled up just a bit -- plus black tights and ankle boots for an entirely new look. Sophisticated yet glamorous -- and totally affordable!



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