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Contributed by: Senior Beauty Editor Amber Katz

This week, 30 Victoria's Secret supermodels, including Victoria's Secret Angels Heidi Klum, Alessandra Ambrosio, Doutzen Kroes, Marisa Miller, Miranda Kerr, and PINK's Behati Prinsoloo, took over Times Square to celebrate the return of the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show airing on CBS Tuesday, December 1 at 10 PM.

Angel Marisa Miller discussed her holiday gift recommendation of the season, Love Rocks Fragrance $12-$39. The newest fragrance from Victoria's Secret Beauty was inspired by rock 'n roll. We love it for its sassy bottle that toes the line between pretty and edgy.

Jamie-Lynn Sigler
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While it's definitely the time of year to indulge a little--who can pass up pumpkin pie or peppermint bark?--it's also the typical time when a few pounds sneak up on you. Don't panic--getting back to a sensible eating plan and workout routine will get you back on track in just a few weeks. In the meantime, if you want to look five pounds thinner by tonight, try switching up your hairstyle.
Just like the perfect little black dress can make your body look sleeker, a flattering hairstyle can take pounds off of your appearance. Here are the three key tips to remember when looking for a slimming hairstyle.
1. Try a side part. A side part allows you to sweep bangs or long face-framing pieces diagonally over your face, which breaks up a round face shape. This style can also bring out your cheekbones.
2. Your hair length should at least skim the shoulders. A cut that is around shoulder length or slightly longer creates the illusion of a longer, leaner face. Short cuts aren't a good option because they can add more width to an already full face shape.
3. Play with layers. Layers around nape level can help minimize a double chin and give more definition to the shoulder area. If you have fine hair, layers will also give it a body boost. But make sure you don't get layers that are shorter then chin length, which could add an unflattering wideness to your face.
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This week, we're giving away a ton of Avon goodies! The products being given away are over $150 in value and will arrive at the winner's residence in the new Marimekko tote. One lucky winner will get the following items:
In Bloom by Reese Witherspoon
Megan told you guys how much we love this fragrance collaboration between Avon and Reese Witherspoon in this blog post. I can't get enough of the scent's subtle femininity. When that Reese puts her mind to something, she gets it done right, even if it's way outside of her realm of experience. Case in point: She'd never sang a day in her life before scoring her Oscar-winning role as June Carter Cash. She put in some major overtime practicing to channel the songbird so successfully.
Patrick Dempsey 2 Fragrance

This is a total sneak peek as this scent has not yet been released, but one lucky winner will snap it up before it hits shelves! Avon collaborated with Patrick Dempsey to debut the actor's second fragrance, aptly named Patrick Dempsey 2. Patrick worked with Avon and took inspiration from the strong connection he shares with his wife, Avon Global Creative Color Director Jillian Dempsey. Jillian Dempsey even appears with him in the Avon brochure and global advertising shots.
The U by Ungaro Color Collection

Following the success of the U by Ungaro fragrances,Ungaro teamed up with Avon again to infuse its fashion sensibility into a new beauty collection you'll need in your arsenal. We're giving away three eyeshadow singles, a face shimmer and three lipsticks!
How to enter? Just tell us in the comments section below what your favorite holiday makeup look is, and you'll be automatically entered to win! Contest ends on November 24, 2009 at 1 P.M. EST. Full rules and regulations here.
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Contributed by: Senior Beauty Editor Amber Katz
In honor of the HOTLY anticipated release of The Twilight Saga: New Moon this Friday, we at Daily Makeover HQ are ready to bust out our vampiest makeup items to wear to the theater. We've complied this slideshow our favorite items guaranteed to make you exude sexiness of folklorish proportions.
Products mentioned:
DuWop Lip Venom V
Urban Decay Ink for Eyes Cream Liner
Luna Twilight Palette in Bella
Twilight Freshface Glow
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Hayden Panettiere
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Heroes star Hayden Panettiere debuted a new look recently with freshly cropped bangs at The Whaleman Foundation Benefit.
Bangs can be a flattering hair accoutrement, but in this instance, I think sweeping bangs would better compliment her features. Sweeping bangs slim a wide nose and balance out a square jawline.
What do you think of Hayden's new look? And if you miss the old Hayden, you can always try on her sans bangs 'do in the Virtual Makeover Studio.