Easter is around the corner and it's one of those holidays that I enjoy as it means a nice family dinner at home. Seeing that I'm steps from 5th Avenue, I love the Easter Parade. Accessories Expert or not, it's all about the fabulous (and shall we say most inventive) hats and then after it's time to enjoy my faves - deviled eggs, prosciutto, cheeses, and so much more! When Easter is held in our apartment, my basket is set up much like the one here (but much more items as there are people who come throughout the day). I am not really someone who eats a lot of sweets but for the kids at heart I have them (and Paul loves it) but I also bring a lot of beauty product out! Yes, it's true that I have a lot that's sent to me but I like to spread the love and to encourage my friends to enjoy new items so that they can include it within their routines!

My fave candy this year is Edward Marc and candies from William's Sonoma. Although there will be a number of beauty items offered, those swinging by this year can expect some faves including Yes to Carrots, Avon (as I am a Brand Ambassador for them for a second year in a row and love the goodies - I love sharing), Butter London and Deborah Lippmann. I supple a number of tote bags (as I always have a lot of those from events and people can select what they want. Roll over the images to find out what's in this basket and happy Easter planning!

Now today isn't a beauty post; however, I have been a fan of Yes to Carrots for a number of years as it nourishes the body and comes at a great price point! Now I love that they are working on an important initiative beyond just being an organic beauty brand. Yes to Carrots officially kicked off the Yes to Carrots Garden Challenge! Public schools across the country have the opportunity to create video showing how having a garden in their schools would create positive change! These videos are then uploaded to the site and a winner will be selected. Not only is this something that is supported by this beauty brand but members of the EMA Young Hollywood Board as well (this includes such members as Rosario Dawson and Amy Smart). Schools can enter up to May 20th and on May 26th, Yes to Carrots Seed Fund will award a grant that will assist the school in buying seeds, plants, equipment, irrigation tools, and receiving the education to put this plan into action as a well as a year's supply of tools from Kellogg Garden Products. In addition, they will have Emmanuelle Chriqui as their garden mentor for an entire year.

With the success of having Michelle Obama creating a garden at the White House and also encouraging others to follow suit and the fact that creating a version in our own spaces - this is a great way to give back and to instill organic sensibilities of our own as well! Definitely spread the word about this and see how a school can be affected in a positive way!

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I love award season and when you can get in on the first award, that's even better! The Golden Compact Awards started this year and now through Feb 28th (winners will be announced in March), you can vote for which brands should get this amazing award! My favorite best beauty blogs (All Lacquered Up, The Beauty Blogging Junkie The Beauty of Life, The Daily Cookie and the The Daily Obsession)have come together to present an amazing selection of products, many that have been covered on Kitten Lounge (Urban Decay, Yes to Carrots, Too Faced, Tassi etc)! If you don't have these itenms you need to go to Sephora and stock up! In addition, you may win great goodies for all of your effort to see who gets these amazing awards!

There's a lot going on today without question so let's see. Hopefully you had an amazing Cyber Monday and walked away with some amazing deals that will keep you looking great and allow you to check off your holiday list as well! As a heads up, the shopping doesn't end as tomorrow through Friday, Ted Rossi (the fab accessory brand that makes pieces out of leather, python, etc) will have their sample sale located at 15 East 30th St Ste 300 between 5th and Madison from 10am - 6pm! This is great news as many of my bags for eveningwear are from this brand and I always receive compliments! I love that his pieces have that bit of luxe and with items starting at an affordable price point, this makes amazing gifts that you'll be glad to receive hugs and thank yous from!

Next up, as a reminder, Dashing Diva is giving away yet another polish today and they are the sponsor of the Kitten Lounge Holiday Gift Guide so let me know your fave polish today and you could win one! We are in the midst of the 25 Days of Holiday Glam, which means that everyday there will be something to win in various quantities. I will pull a winner for yesterday's giveaway so you still have time to get in on that one as it is a Shampoo and Conditioner from Yes to Carrots!