Hats off to Kate Winslet for making the act of giving that much more beautiful. After lending her voice to the documentary A Mother’s Courage: Talking Back to Autism, Winslet founded the Golden Hat Foundation, named after a featured poem of the same name.

“Lancôme has given me the strength to go all the way, and I know this will open many doors,” the brand ambassadress says of the company’s Golden Hat range. Comprised of holiday-ready luminous powders, moisture-rich lipsticks and five new shades of nail polish, the collection “is so stunning and gorgeous and perfect for now,” Winslet tells Stylelist. “I mean, the colors are really festive.”

Ranging from $15-$40, the products, which are embossed with the foundation’s signature hat, help to promote awareness for children afflicted with non-verbal autism. (The actress has also spearheaded a book initiative of the same name, which features a slew of celebs all wearing the same golden topper.)

Passionate about the cause, the star is also dedicated to the effects of proper skincare. “As you get older, I think it has to change all the time,” she says of her routine. “Based on the seasons, based on whether I’ve had enough sleep or not. What I particularly love about the [Lancôme] Renergie line is that it does actually work and it does right away.”

To shop the Golden Hat collection, and to get a gold star from StyleWatch this season, click here.

–Justine Harman

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Forget little monsters: this year, Lady Gaga is recruiting little elves.

The stylish star is collaborating with Barneys New York to create the Gaga Workshop, a holiday campaign driven by the pop icon’s personal take on Santa’s workshop. The entire fifth floor of New York’s iconic Madison Avenue Barneys store (plus the building’s street-level windows) will be decorated with her whimsical creations, made with the help of Mugler creative director (and friend) Nicola Formichetti and artists from Assume Vivid Astro Focus.

According to WWD, the fifth floor will also be filled with limited-edition gift items developed by Gaga; from candies and toys to apparel, accessories, candles and cosmetics, the shop will feature a range of stocking-stuffer items as well as books and CDs hand-picked by the singer. And, in true Gaga style, expect to find some exceptionally unique items like jewelry made entirely of rock candy, lipsticks in special red and pink hues, lip-shaped, hand-painted dark chocolate and an exclusive Rubik’s Cube. Barneys will donate 25 percent of sales from items in the workshop to the charity of Gaga’s choice, too.

The workshop opens in mid-November and runs through Jan. 2, giving you plenty of time to stock up on stocking stuffers (select items will be available on barneys.com, too). After all, nothing says Christmas like some outrageous Gaga-made gear. Tell us: Will you buy your stocking stuffers at Gaga’s Workshop?

–Kim Peiffer

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Valentine’s Day is more than just a Hallmark occasion for Adriana Lima, whose anniversary with NBA star husband Marko Jaric is February 14. The new mom shared with PEOPLE recently just how she keeps the holiday special—and seriously sexy! Instead of grand gestures, the Victoria’s Secret Angel prefers to focus on the intimate details, confessing that the sexiest fragrance is, “the scent of skin” and that music by composer Michael Galasso gets her in a romantic mood. While good lingerie is paramount (she likes the Victoria’s Secret Love Balconet push up bra paired with a black lace thong), Lima is less interested in her outfit, explaining, “What’s worn on top is not important, since it won’t be on for long.” But regardless of racy rationalizations, the star is still a traditionalist. “I would love my husband to propose to marry me again,” she admits, “With a ring and everything.” And the age-old rivalry of flowers versus candy? Settled. “Both,” she says. “For me, flowers and candies should always go together.” We love a woman who knows what she wants. Check out all the Valentine’s Day offerings at victoriassecret.com. –Justine Harman, with reporting by Melissa Liebling-Goldberg

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They say there is nothing sexier than a woman in love. We say there is nothing sexier than a supermodel wearing the Victoria’s Secret “Love Me” collection, reminiscing on romance past. In this exclusive behind-the-scenes video from the brand’s Valentine’s Day Collection campaign, get up close and personal with the world’s sexiest lingerie models. Whether it’s a recollection of the first time Lily Aldridge had a crush (Hint: Someone’s a NKOTB fan!) or Erin Heatherton on getting “butterflies in her stomach”, you’re sure to feel the impact of Cupid’s arrow. To hear more from the lovely ladies, including Adriana Lima and Candice Swanoepel, check out this exclusive video from behind the scenes of the brand’s Valentine’s Day collection shoot. And to shop the “Love Me” collection, click here!—Justine Harman

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The pressure’s on! There’s only seven days left before Christmas and if you’ve been putting off your holiday shopping, now’s the time to flex that retail muscle. Our holiday gift guide is chock-full of great ideas for anyone on your list, like these glittery jeweled clutches ($98 each) sure to spice up any party outfit, or a beautiful jade starlight compact ($175) like the one below. For the Hollywood lover, help them feel like they’re leading a superstar life–vicariously, of course–with a pick from a celebrity designer or our Life of a Star guide. For the foodies, we have great edible deals that come in super chic packages, of course, in Season’s Sweetest Treats. Low on funds? Consider inexpensive stocking stuffers in the 10 Under $10 list, or take a browse through all the exclusive StyleWatch deals we gathered for our loyal readers. And don’t worry, we have moms, dads, kiddies and even Fido covered! Don’t wait, get shopping now! – Hana Choi

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Stylist-to-the-stars Rachel Zoe is rarely seen wearing anything available to the masses, but for this holiday season the Bravo TV star is dishing out her favorite finds and they all fall under $250! From vintage-inspired to more modern day finds, Rachel has items that will please even the most discerning fashionista on your list, like the $125 Hermès Scarf book. “This Hermès coffee table book is the ultimate collector’s piece for the fashionable bookworm in your life,” Rachel writes on her website. And for the sleek techie on your list? The stylist recommends Marc by Marc Jacobs headphones ($75) or a Gucci Monogrammed iPad case ($230) because, as Rachel says, “Who says Internet geeks can’t be chic?” And if you’re looking for a statement piece to add pizazz to your holiday ensemble, look no further than a Burberry studded ring ($195). “The best way to ring in the holiday season?” she asks. “Burberry of course!” To check out more finds from Rachel’s gift guide, including a poncho by T by Alexander Wang and a Tom Ford beauty set, visit rachelzoe.com. –Jessie Goldberg
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Michelle Obama may have a closet full of looks from Jason Wu, Narciso Rodriguez and J.Crew, but when it comes to jewelry, Brooklyn-bred designer Alexis Bittar has the First Lady’s undivided attention. Over the course of a month, Obama has been spotted all over the globe in a variety of baubles from the jeweler, whose preferred working materials include lucite and semi-precious stones. For an appearance on Barbara Walters’ Thanksgiving Day special, the First Lady punched up an all-black ensemble with an Alexis Bittar poppy pin. In the following two weeks, her admiration was in full bloom, selecting the jeweler’s $395 flower pin while on a Presidential trip to India and then again at an awards ceremony in Washington, D.C.! Soon thereafter, the style chameleon demonstrated her versatility with three other Bittar selections, donning a playful hand carved bee brooch on Halloween, a triple strand pearl necklace and then lucite domed button clip earrings while abroad in India. And though Bittar has a fashion pedigree—he was the 2010 CFDA recipient of “Accessory Designer of the Year”—his designs don’t have to break the bank, with pieces starting at just $95 at alexisbittar.com. – Justine Harman

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Barbie is trying on a whole new look for size. The iconic and always stylish doll is getting a rock-star-worthy makeover by one of the hottest designing-duos in fashion: Phillip and David Blond of The Blonds! And while the pair, who have created extravagant looks for stars like Rihanna, Fergie and Katy Perry, first debuted their custom-designed collection of limited-edition Barbies ($5,000) on the runway during New York Fashion Week, this week marks the first time that you can snag the mini-fashionistas for yourself. And to properly celebrate Barbie as the blonde bombshell of our time, you can also choose from an assortment of other chic accessories to dress yourself in, including bangles ($15), a Louis Vuitton-like clutch ($60), or even a one-of-a-kind hair chandelier ($9,000). This is one off-the-runway collection you must get your hands on! To purchase the ultimate Barbie, visit barbiecollector.com. –Jessie Goldberg
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What better way to kick off the official holiday shopping season than with one of Macy’s star-studded ad campaigns–especially one starring Jessica Simpson! The sexy songstress wants to help get you in the gift-giving mood with a new commercial that might just motivate you to rise and shine extra early next Friday to get a jump-start on all of your holiday shopping. And while the spots won’t air until next week, we’ve got a sneak peek of Jessica rousing a couple out of bed with a song from her Christmas album. And if that doesn’t do the trick, then one of Macy’s 200 deals on everything from jewelry and fragrance to clothing and home goods should! Doors open at 4 a.m. on Nov. 26, so don’t forget to set your alarm clock. For the full list of special savings and blockbuster deals, check out Macy’s Facebook page. Tell us: Do you wake up early to shop on Black Friday?

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Gwyneth Paltrow‘s weekly newsletter Goop.com has always been a chic source of well-informed ideas for the savvy shopper, so it only makes sense that the actress-turned-singer would get into the holiday spirit by curating her own gift guide. “Anything personally made for you always trumps other gifts because of the thought and organization put into it,” Gwyneth writes. Her selection includes eclectic finds like customized holiday cards from Cocodot.com and trinkets from Vicente Agor, a San Francisco-based jeweler, who (for $310 and up), will turn a profile picture of your loved ones into one-of-a-kind pair of earrings. And if picking family favorites is too hard, Gwyneth encourages readers to represent their hometown glory with Tophdaddy‘s uber-hip area code T-shirts ($18 to $60). For the frequent traveler she recommends Abernathy Road‘s handsome assortment of leather goods, which includes an iPhone pocket journal ($372), and perfectly rugged duffel bags. However, Gwyneth’s personal go-to luggage? The monogrammed Louis Vuitton Pegase suitcase, of course. To see the rest of Gwyneth’s Goop gift guide, and for more personalized gift ideas, visit goop.com. –Jessie Goldberg

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They’ve built fashion empires, launched fragrances and lent their likenesses to home lines. Now Sarah Jessica Parker, Mary J. Blige and Iman want to help you trim your tree. These are just a few of the A-list names who have put their star power behind holiday ornaments, available now for $19.90-$49.90, on hsn.com/hsncares. With 100 percent of the profits being donated to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital (which serves children with cancer and other life-threatening illnesses), stars were quick to embrace the spirit of giving. “Anything involving kids touches my heart,” says Molly Sims, whose ornament is a nod to her jewelry line. Tori Spelling, whose own childhood home famously featured a room devoted entirely to wrapping Christmas presents, opted for “a traditional print, which makes for a festive holiday!” Blige took a deeper approach, explaining “This holiday I wanted all of my fans to celebrate women. I chose the Phoenix [design] because she embodies grace, confidence and strength.” Now that you’ve got the makings of a VIP tree, you might want to consider putting a velvet rope around it. –Suzanne Zuckerman

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For all the Justin Bieber fans who have always craved spending more alone time with the teen pop sensation, here’s your chance — sort of. A new collection of lifelike Bieber action figures will be available at national retailers including Target and Walmart in early December, reports Reuters. And like the singing sensation, these mini-Biebers are multi-talented, boasting changes of clothes, tons of accessories and the ability to sing your favorite ballad. For music lovers, the Music Video Collection figurines play 30-second snippets of hit songs like “Baby” and “One Less Lonely Girl,” while the JB Style Collection focuses on the star’s trademark outfits of jeans, high tops and of course, his signature hair swoosh. So whether you admire his musical or sartorial stylings, rest assured there is finally enough Bieber to go around. Priced from $17.99 to $27.99, these mini-Biebers will soon be available for online pre-order at justinbiebertoys.com. Tell us: Will you be bringing Bieber home for the holidays? –Justine Harman

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With Valentine’s Day coming up this weekend, Audrina Patridge is making sure she gets exactly what she wants. The Hills hottie teamed with e-boutique Bluefly.com to create the ultimate Valentine’s Day gift guide. From a bow-topped Valentino clutch, $636, to a rhinestone heart E.vil tank, $59, you can shop all Audrina’s red-hot picks at BlueFly.com — and don’t forget to check out Audrina’s exclusive video where she narrows it down to her top 10 must-haves. If you still can’t find the perfect Valentine’s Day gift, shop our ultimate Valentine’s Day gift guide with everything from $1 lip glosses to $25,000 cocktails.

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With only two more days to shop until Christmas, make sure no furry family member gets excluded. PEOPLE Pets has a breakdown of all the best gifts pertaining to dogs (like an irresistible puffy vest to ensure Fido stays warm, toasty–and downright adorable–all winter long) and cats (including the coolest high-tech laser toy to keep any kitty entertained). Best yet? All items ring in under $25. What’s more, check out PEOPLE Pets guide packed with great items whose proceeds benefit animal welfare organizations.

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For most of us, the number of tots in our life seems to multiply every year, and it’s going to be a race to the finish making sure we’ve checked them all off our holiday shopping list. Luckily, our very own Celebrity Baby Blog has tackled the gift giving conundrum with these round-ups rife with sure-to-please ideas—from the ultimate green items for kids (including these so-cute-we-can-hardly-stand-it organic cotton hooded towels) to a host of bliss-inducing, super-pampering goods for a new mom to chic stocking stuffers you won’t believe cost less than $30, they’ve got you covered.

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Still looking for gift ideas? Well, if you have a super-fan in your life, we’ve got the gift for them. From Kim Kardashian‘s glam Tuleste Market necklace to Kristen Stewart‘s favorite rocker T-shirts, we have rounded up the hottest star-loved pieces to give this holiday season. With items ranging from $33 to $695, there is something star-worthy for every budget. Click here to shop our star-favorite gift guide!

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It’s only ten days till Christmas, and it’s still looking sparse under your tree? No problem with all the great online gifts that you can nab until practically the day before. Order from AnnTaylor.com by Dec. 22 for gorgeous jewelry, luxe cashmere or perfect work basics. Go to Target.com by Dec. 22 for designer collaborations like this Carlos Falchi bag ($25), Anna Sheffield jewelry, or the highly-anticipated Rodarte collection that launches this weekend. Can’t make up your mind until December 23? Try this cozy cardigan ($70) at Gap.com, which also links to Banana Republic, Piperlime, Athleta and Old Navy — all on one site with one flat shipping rate! Just don’t forget to check the time zones since most sites set their cut-off times for the EST zone. Watch our Style Director Melissa Liebling-Goldberg give the full scoop on last-minute online shopping at Better TV!

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Between mile long lines and tight budgets, who doesn’t need a little help this holiday season? We have rounded up 25 exclusive deals–just for PEOPLE.com readers!– at some of our favorite online stores to help you get the most bang for your buck — and avoid those crowded stores! With up to 30% off at star-loved stores like Stefanibags.com, ShopRumor, Singer22.com, RevolveClothing.com and more you can stock up on the most coveted gifts of the season– for less! Shopping has never been this stress free. Click here to check out our 25 holiday exclusive deals!

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Gwyneth Paltrow takes a shot at solving the holiday gift conundrum and offers a slew of recommendations and exclusive discounts on her site, GOOP.com. The actress gravitates toward personalized presents (“What better way to show someone your love?” she says), like Em Tanner’s melamine plates, which can be customized with cartoon portraits of your family members, and that Paltrow reveals “quickly became a colorful basic in my kitchen this year.” The one-of-a-kind framed prints she discovered while shopping at a toy store in Brooklyn, made to order with a figurine in your child’s likeness along with his or her name, also made her cut, along with L.L. Bean’s classic-preppy monogrammed canvas totes—“a must-have on all my trips,” declares Paltrow. And from her own aromatherapist (who also counts Cameron Diaz and Leonardo DiCaprio as clients), of whom the 37 year-old star says, “Every time I visit Dr. Sharon I leave feeling relaxed, bright and new,” there’s a kit comprised of scented candle and fragrant oil, which Paltrow suggests rubbing “on your wrists, behind your ears, and on your temples,” for de-stressing and pampering. See more of Paltrow’s suggestions at GOOP.com. Tell us: What do you think of Gwyneth’s gift picks?

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How do you wow the gal who seems to have every beauty product imaginable? You guessed it–our guide to Gorgeous Gifts for Beauty Junkies. Presenting our favorite makeup, fragrance and skin-care must-haves — retailing between $6 to $110 –- you can shop from a marvelous variety of gifts ranging from the decadent Tarte Treasure Chest, featuring 32 eyeshadows, bronzer, 16 lip glosses, and more, and the sparkling Dior Beauty Cristal Boreal lipgloss pendant to the lavish collection of 10 mascaras from Sephora and much, much more! Click here to start your shopping!