The winter season is all about entertaining, from casual family gatherings to spur-of-the-moment dinner parties. Always bring a little treat for the hostess as a simple thank you. This rosemary infused sea salt is pretty enough to display year-round and is a great last minute ingredient for hearty winter stews and roasts.

Rosemary Sea Salt
In a saute pan set over medium-low heat, warm 1 cup coarse sea salt and 3 sprigs of fresh rosemary, stirring gently, for 10 minutes. Turn off heat and allow mixture to cool. Remove rosemary sprigs. Add 1-2 fresh rosemary sprigs to a decorative glass jar. Pour salt into jar and seal. Finish with a decorative ribbon or fabric.

Your 9-to-5 gig may require you to totter around in heels, but when it comes time for kicking back, keep it comfy. These UGG Coquette Leopard slides with sheepskin lining are super plush.

Give your holiday spread a new twist this year with a hot cocoa bar stocked with your favorite toppers. Set out a gaggle of mismatched mugs and use decorative canisters and vintage dishes to display hot chocolate extras like homemade marshmallows, Red Hots, candy canes, and ribbons of shaved dark chocolate.

Let go of those neutral fall colors and light washes and transform your look with a bold, new lip. A dark matte formula in plum or crimson makes a dramatic statement. To avoid going overkill, keep the rest of your makeup simple.