Once you've picked out the perfect festive party dress, it's time to start hunting for a beaded evening bag that will do it justice. With one of these sparkly, holiday-inspired handbags, you'll be sure to take your evening ensemble to the next level of fabulous elegance. Here are a few of my favorites.

This fold-over Moyna Bugle-Beaded Clutch is an easy and effortless evening bag covered in bugle beads with luxe satin lining inside. Buy it in green, blue, gunmetal, and gold here for $165.

This Prada Beaded Frame Handbag has incredible structure and meticulous detailing for such a small bag. Of course, you get what you pay for with this ruched nylon design with ribbon handles and a beaded frame. Buy it here for $990.

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Lately, I've been increasingly drawn to three up-and-coming makeup brands, all of which happen to start with the letter "L." Lorac, Laura Geller, and Lola Cosmetics are definitely brands worth keeping an eye on, because all three make amazing, professional-quality products with fabulous concepts and killer price points. Here are three great products from each of these quietly clever brands.

Lorac Multiple Rush is a makeup stick used to brighten your lips and cheeks. It's satiny-smooth going on, and the cream-to-powder formula gives your skin a glowing and dewy look that you can blend with your fingers. Buy it in either Crush Rush (mauve) or Love Rush (light, luminizing pink) here for $20.

Laura Geller Matte Maker is a dream come true for the gals with oily skin. This genius product is a virtually invisible blotting powder formulated to absorb any oil that appears on your skin. This is definitely a pocketbook keeper for an evening out on the town or a big meeting. Buy it here for $20.

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I can't help but love the very fleeting but fun winter shorts trend, but this is definitely a fashion challenge. So on Monday, I asked you guys to come Fab Finding with me for a winter shorts ensemble you could wear to work, including a top, shoes, and something to keep your legs warm. (To learn what a Fab Find is and how to make one, click here.)

Some of you went with this Marc by Marc Jacobs Stretch Wool Flannel Crop with Belt, available for $228 here, while others founds their own shorts. Either way, there are some great ideas here! Take a look at some of my favorite outfits.

Look #1, found by WhiplashGirlchild, whose playful ensemble included this amazing red French Connection coat and dressy mary janes.

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• Celebrities' hand-painted Uggs are actually kinda cute — Couture in the City
• For its Spring 2007 bags, Prada turns to nylon — The Purse Blog
• Tarte's Luke & Laura lipgloss gives you double the fun — SheFinds
• Jolie Madame fragrance evokes Eva Marie Sainte, with a whip — Blogdorf Goodman
• Like Angie Harmon, it's easy to do black and white right — The Frugal Fashionista
• A trend to try: dresses with pockets — Omiru
• Kasil Jeans Madison Trouser can go dressy or dressed-down — Outblush
• Clinique's Chocolate Lustre liner creates luscious holiday eyes — Beauty Addict
• The Hermes Lindy is the fab younger cousin of the Birkin — Bag Snob

Sometimes even the simplest dress can look smashing, as Lauren Conrad proves here. Even in a basic slip dress, she looks decked out and ready to party, thanks to her very festive peep-toe pumps. This flirty dress is great for any season and any occasion. To get the look, check out what we found.

Twelfth Street by Cynthia Vincent Slip Dress, $136, available in seven colors here

J. Crew Eleanor Suede Peep-Toe Heels, $175, available here

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Unless you've been living under a rock, you've probably heard about the latest carry-on regulations from the Transportation Security Administration: All of the liquids in your carry-on luggage must be in bottles 3-ounces or smaller, and those must be sealed in a single quart-sized Ziploc bag. But even if you have a high-maintenance beauty regimen, it's possible to accommodate your liquids on board. The key is having a mix of liquids that go in the baggie and solids that don't. Earlier today, I gave you Ziploc Bag Beauty, Part I: Maximize Your Baggie, detailing all of the liquids you should stow in your bag.

Fortunately, many liquid cosmetics (i.e., foundation, perfume, lotion) now have solid counterparts, so you can save the Ziploc bag for the most crucial liquids. Hence, Part II: Save It For the Solids, my guide to the space-saving and non-liquid cosmetics you'll need. Here's how to divvy it up.

• Body Lotion: Country Bunny Bath and Body Lotion Bar, $7, available in six scents or an unscented variety here.

  

• Perfume: Stella McCartney Stella in Two Amber Parfum Solid, $42, available here.

  

• Hair Pomade: Charles Worthington London Smart Fixx Quick Flick Wax Stick, $7.99, available here.

  

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The Winter ski season is on its way, but this year, why not suit up to hit the slopes FabSugar style? Throw away those old and ugly Obermeyer or CB one-pieces and ramp up for some hot-looking and super-rich snow gear that will make you look like a pro whether you choose to actually ski the moguls or just try to land a cute millionaire mogul in the lodge. These items are sure to look amazing either on or off of the mountain.

Chanel Quilted Leather Skis represent the epitome of luxury. Created for the label's Fall/Winter 2006 Sport collection, these skis have a wooden core but are covered in a textured, quilted leather. I doubt these are going to handle hardcore bumps, but they will sure make you look great. You can buy them for a mere $2,550 directly through a Chanel Boutique by calling (212)355-5050.

The Louis Vuitton Monogram Cashmere Ski Hat is made from soft and warm cashmere jacquard weave. This functional accessory, paired with an all black outfit, will make you will look fly as you zip by. Buy it in gray or chestnut here for $330.

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Sometimes I'll stumble upon an online sale so sweet that I can't believe everyone isn't talking about it. Case in point: The great sale going on right now at eLuxury, offering up to 40 percent off on some items and still-stellar discounts on the rest. This is good stuff too, not just too-weird-to-wear leftovers. Check out some of my favorite finds.

Vince Washed Leather Bomber Jacket, $439 reduced from $725, available here.

Marc by Marc Jacobs Velvet and Patent Flat, $179 reduced from $295, available here.

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I am not a big fan of puffy blouses. In fact, I usually find them atrocious. But as I was doing my daily online shopping, I found myself strangely drawn to this BCBG Max Azria Dandy Stripe Blouse, available for $178 here. Objectively, I understand that this striped, rust-colored shirt is sort of ugly, and the gathered elbows on the billowy sleeves aren't exactly conventional. But for some reason, I just can't help but love it. I think it would look especially great with a pair of distressed jeans and a leather motorcycle jacket. Do you agree or beg to differ? Tell me below if you love it or hate it!