Fashion:
Eco Friendly Holiday Glitz and Glamour
By Bonny Osterhage

Have you ever noticed how quickly your holiday dance card fills? Between the obligatory office party, your GNO with your besties, and your festive family functions, it seems like you are more in demand then the big guy in the red suit this time of year. Take a cue from Rudolph and stand out in the crowd by donning head turning holiday apparel. Yes, Virginia, there really are fabulous eco friendly dresses and accessories for the holidays, and we've got a few to get you started.

Carry Parry Bow Dress

The sophisticated shape of this shift gets a lift from the bright red color and jaunty, detachable bow collar. Made from 100% organic wool, it's perfectly suited for day under a blazer, or with the festive collar for after five. $495 at www.agreenwardrobe.com.

Click the Apricot to Receive 15% Off a One-Time Purchase. That Makes This Dress $420.75!

ecoSkin Ellis Dress

Make a little holiday magic in this alluring off-the-shoulder dress. Made from a tencel knit with a hint of spandex, it hugs in all the right places. In something this stunning, don't be surprised if you end up under the mistletoe. $145 at www.ecoskincollections.com.

 
Beauty:
Give Green Grab Bag for the Holidays!

Did you know you can send three, six or 12-month Green Grab Bag subscriptions as a gift? Each month, your friend or loved one will get at least six minis of some of the best natural, organic and vegan beauty products on the market! It's a creative, unique and economical gift that keeps on giving!

Give One, Get One
Gift a Green Grab Bag subscription to someone for the holidays, and get a bonus Holiday Edition Green Grab Bag for yourself, filled with all kinds of holiday-themed natural, organic and vegan beauty minis! Offer good while supplies last! Don't miss out!

We've made it easy to holiday shop in advance. You can sign up for your gifts now and choose the date you want us to send the gift notification email to your friend or loved one. Or, you can have the gift notice sent to you, so you can give it personally! www.greengrabbag.com

 
SERIOUSLY?!
Hot Legs

Remember those tin foil looking track suits of the 1980s that people would run in to pump up the sweat factor? Well, apparently running was just a little too strenuous, because now, there are Sauna Pants that allow you to just lie around and sweat your way to a thinner you. The bright orange “pants” velcro on around your thighs, waist, back and hips. Once you're strapped in, turn the attached temperature control to the desired heat and kick back for an hour or so. SERIOUSLY?!

Does anyone else think this seems like an enormous waste of the 50 minutes required to sweat off what will most likely amount to less than a pound? The $39.95 would go a long way on a gym membership where you could enjoy an actual sauna without looking like an overweight traffic cone. Of course, our main concern came in the form of, “What if the temperature guage malfunctioned?” Talk about hot buns! We love that you can simply wipe it clean with a damp cloth, but will that eliminate any odors? We all want hot legs, but not literally! $39.95 at www.asseenontv.com.

If you come across a product that makes you say, “SERIOUSLY?!”, let us know at seriously@whiteapricot.com. You might just see yours in our newsletter!

 
Beauty:
Put on a Holiday Face

When everything around you is merry and bright this time of year, shouldn't you be too? We think so! That’s we have incorporated a few must-haves into our natural makeup regimens. Nothing too dramatic, mind you, just a little holiday sparkle!

Ferro Cosmetics Mineral Bronzer in Glow Baby Glow

What we like about this product is that it isn’t so much a bronzer, as a radiance powder — meaning, you don't look like you spent Thanksgiving in the Bahamas, but more like your face has been softly illuminated by candlelight. As the name suggests, it's great for that holiday glow! ON SALE FOR $15 (normally $18.95) at www.ferrocosmetics.com.

Click the Apricot to Receive 20% Off with Your White Apricot Exclusive Offer — That Makes It $12!

Zuzu Luxe Liquid Eyeliner

Make your eyes pop by applying this gentle, non-irritating liquid liner in one of six stunning shades. Try the deep matte black Raven or the pearlescent Black Pearl for a little holiday drama of the good kind. $14.85 at www.natureofbeauty.com.

Click the Apricot to Receive Double Samples with Your White Apricot Exclusive Offer!

Zoya Nail Polish in Posh

The perfect color for the holidays, this deep wine red combines a metallic shimmer with a velvety matte finish (we don't know how they do it!). Dresses up tips and toes all season long — and without harmful chemicals! $8 at www.zoya.com.

 
Lifestyle:
S’blended Delights at Healthy Blender Recipes

We know it's hard to eat healthy this time of year, but we found a site that makes it easier than ever to stick to your guns — and, all you really need is a blender! Healthy Blender Recipes from the Blender Girl features an impressive collection of gluten-free, vegetarian, vegan and raw recipes t'hat are fast and easy to make, using a blender, mixer or food processor. Oh — and did we mention they’re so delicious, that even the most voracious carnivore will be licking her chops?

Blender Girl, Tess Masters, and her followers (known as piggies), are all about sharing the latest and greatest simple healthy recipes, including holiday favorites, like Raw Vegan EggNog, and Raw Vegan Lemon Cranberry Cheesecake — YUM! Here, you will also find plenty of tips and tricks on everything from food preparation to leading a healthier lifestyle. So, whether you have a food allergy, want to explore the world of vegetarianism, or just want to look and feel better, there is something here for you. To get you started, when you sign up for the free newsletter, Blender Girl generously provides you with a recipe packed e-book FREE! This little piggy thinks that'’s worth squealing over! Check it out at www.healthyblenderrecipes.com.

Deals & Sales:
Win a Little Retail Therapy from Juno and Jove

If all of the holiday hustle and bustle has you feeling a little crazed, maybe you need some therapy. How does $500 in retail therapy sound? Going on now through Dec. 15th, Juno and Jove is giving you the opportunity to win a $500 gift certificate to spend on last minute gifts, or to treat yourself to that little “something” that Santa forgot. Simply visit www.junoandjove.com and, if you can tear yourself away from their fabulous Gift Guide, click on the “WIN” button to enter. You can also enter via Juno and Jove’s Facebook and Twitter pages — but only one entry per person please! Get going and good luck!