#SPLENDIDWEEKEND: 5 links to kick off the holiday season

November is the beginning of holiday season. The party invitations start rolling in, plans with friends and family become a priority; and the general excitement of celebrating the year that has passed and the new year to follow, sets in. At times, it can get a bit overwhelming, so here are some tips for a successful holiday season.

Gone are the days of the traditional holiday attire. Mix up your wardrobe and your look with these new style rules.
Planning is key when it comes to holiday meals. Check out this fun take on how to prep for a holiday dinner.
And what’s a holiday dinner without the perfect bottle of wine?
Don’t spend the last days of the holidays at the mall. Get a jump start on gift shopping.
Look your best in a flash with these 5-minute holiday makeup looks.

image by David Newton