It was a cold and blustery day today in the Northeast. After a typical Monday in the office, I settled down to a business dinner at a lovely restaurant with a fireplace, and it almost made me wish for snow. Christmas music began playing in my head, and it probably won't stop 'til January. The holidays will be here before you know it, friends.

We decorate our homes for the holidays; why not decorate our faces, too? MAC is offering plenty of ways to do so this season - the new Holiday collection is now available on gloss.com. The packaging is gorgeous; mock croc, silk tassels, and jacquard, all in rich jewel tones. The treasures inside are, of course, the usual fab quality that we expect from MAC. I love the teal brush set (pictured at left) and the Viva Glam 6 palette. These are great to snap up for holiday gifts - but I have a feeling you'll be keeping them for yourself.

In any case, get 'em while they're hot - all these holiday specials are limited-edition.