For starters, I’m obsessed with my holiday card this year.  I don’t usually even DO a holiday card but, for some reason, I decided this year would be the year to do a fun one.  I’m heading to New York in a few days to see my family for Christmas and I can’t wait to spend time with them, especially my 6-year old nephew Mark, and also get in some good New York time as well.

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• This post makes me want to take that weekend trip to Napa that I’ve been dreaming about since I moved to LA
• My friend Annette tried out Rachel Zoe’s pregnancy style and I’m definitely digging it.  I also commented that she should do Gwen Stefani next!
• If you’ve ever had to deal with cystic acne (like I did in my early 20s), these tips are pretty great.
• I love this list of experiences that make for awesome gifts.  I want pretty much everything on this list, btw.
• This post on 30 secrets you didn’t know about your favorite holiday movies…I mean. Who knew that little factoid about Jingle All The Way (one of my old-school faves)
• We all love the holidays but getting a holiday tattoo seems a little…intense?

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• This post about wine beauty products was a fun one to shoot, hence the wine and Gemma.
• My latest YouTube video: I do a “first impressions” on a new L’Oreal mascara
• 3 new-ish dry shampoos that I love

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These upcoming weeks to Christmas have been INSANE. I’ve been busy planning my trip back to New York to see my family, writing away and trying to meet way too many deadlines before it’s time to relax and bake cookies with my nephew (I dream about this, guys).  Hope you all have an amazing week 🙂

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• How cool is this candle I made on Shutterfly? I’m obsessed.
• Love Jess’ post on hot chocolate for a cause!
• If you’re ever in need of some last-minute holiday gift tags, these printable versions are super cute- you just need a solid printer.
• Apparently sleeping a lot is bad for you…whatever. Haha.
• My pregnant friend Annette channeled Kim Kardashian’s pregnancy style…and she did it well.
• I love this DIY holiday gift idea from Ms. Lauren Conrad.
• 10-minute rituals to end your day on a high note. Love this entire list.
• This DIY Christmas sweater is so ugly that I actually really love it. Now only if I could crochet!
• Clever uses for extra takeout condiments. So genius.

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• I’m doing a Bliss giveaway on the blog (it ends Friday night, so you have plenty of time to enter)
• Check out my holiday gift guide VIDEO where everything is under $40 <3
• Talking about breaking the holiday hair and makeup “rules” in this post

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This week is (thankfully) a little slow thanks to Thanksgiving (yep, that was “thanks” three times in one sentence).  My goal for the week is to get going on my holiday gift guides and get all my ducks in a row for all things Black Friday and Cyber Monday. If you guys have any requests, shoot me a tweet, comment on this post or email me!

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• My latest story for TODAY.com is all about how to get shiny hair in just one hour
• Some awesome life advice from 14 hilarious women
• The sassiest Christmas cards…they all make me giggle.
• This is quite literally my worst nightmare. OMG.
• These DIY Thanksgiving pants are pure genius. Cute, and also functional for the huge meal that you are about to take down.
• A little discussion about the whole “Netflix and chill” trend. I can’t.
• The whole Disney princess “what if” trend is a little overplayed at this point but I really love Vogue’s take on what beauty products they would use. Ariel is still my favorite.

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• My DIY disaster kit was quite the hit. #Prepared
• The final results of my AVEENO daily challenge!
• Some new beauty products to take me from fall to winter and a little review of the Target Beauty Concierge service

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• This cat-inspired workout made my week. LOVE. And also love the cat sports bra.
• Speaking of cats, would you try this catnip-infused face spray? (I probably would)
• Loving this behind the scenes tour of Compartes chocolate, one of my FAVES
• This Buzzfeed article on how much it REALLY costs to be a bridesmaid is on POINT, sadly
• If cooking for other people gives you anxiety (like it does for me), you will love this round up of 10 fast and easy Thanksgiving appetizer recipes
• As a former publicist, I die for this new column
• These photos give us all hope for Paris <3
• This is a fab list of the best Cyber Monday deals. Gotta get shopping…

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• Body makeup/self-tanner that doesn’t rub off? Yes, please.
• My latest YouTube video 🙂
• The three best overnight face masks from the drugstore…all amazing.

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• Six rules to follow for shiny, healthy locks…written by moi 🙂
• This just sounds like a TERRIBLE idea.
• If you’re stressing out about what to cook for Thanksgiving, here’s a round up of one-pot meals! So easy and mess-free.
• Fact: you’re never too young to start worrying about collagen…sorry.
• I absolutely looove Kelly and Klaus’ (aka Fred baby) engagement story.
• Curly hair emojis are HERE.
• This article makes me even more obsessed with Gwen Stefani.

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• New video on the blog/YouTube! I documented my Botox experience with Dr. Jessica Wu.
• Makeup inspired by your late 90s high school years (this is a personal favorite post)…
• And speaking of old school, these Jem and The Holograms beauty products are the best.

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Who’s excited for Halloween this weekend?!  I don’t have an actual costume yet (or any concrete plans), but I  have a few ideas in my head from past costumes- I think it’s time for a little costume revival so stay tuned on Instagram and SnapChat (@itsjamiestone).

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• This list of 55 easy, last-minute Halloween costumes is clutch, as is this Instagram feed costume from Miss Kris
• Speaking of Halloween, save your Halloween candy and make these!
• And now speaking of lists, this list of 29 ways to do a random act of kindness is amazing and a must-do
• And this post of the most surreal places on EARTH to visit is giving me some serious wanderlust
• The beauty industry lost a great talent a few days ago; RIP Jake Bailey
• Babies in Halloween costumes– enough said
• This recap of Marie Kondo’s de-cluttering book makes me want to try this whole purging thing ONE more time

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• The BEST Halloween nails, according to moi (I love all 11 of these)
• Three insanely cool masks: two for your face and one for your LIPS!
• How to moisturize your face like Kylie Jenner has been one of my latest favorites and I’ve been using this technique every day
• Last Friday’s reader question was all about the shiny face

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GREAT READS:

• Fergie shares her 10 secrets to celebrate in style on Avon’s new blog. I also love the fact that Avon will donate $5 to the Avon Foundation for Women (through October) with each full size purchase of Fergie’s new perfume, Outspoken.
• Celebrity pumpkins. YES.  I love Halloween.
• Speaking of Halloween, I love this post on how to throw an elegant Halloween party
• 21 (GOOD) reasons to go on a dating cleanse. Read this now.
• This new cap will help chemo patients keep their hair. So amazing and such a great gift for cancer patients.
• Do hangover beauty products really work?  Great question/great post.
• Lastly I want EVERYTHING in the new Balmain x H&M collection that comes out November 5th. Seriously, it’s all SO GOOD.

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• I did a post for The Glitter Guide where I show the best tricks for applying false eyelashes
• My favorite Breast Cancer Awareness beauty products…and the post is dedicated to my cousin Robin
• This chocolate-scented body exfoliator is AMAZING
• Last Friday’s reader question: can you wear makeup while you workout?

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