TIS THE SEASON
LESSONS:
’TIS THE
SEASON
A chicly considered guide to this festive time of year.
- Written by
- Alessandra Codinha
- Illustrated by
- Donald Robertson
The holidays are here again, and we at VIOLET GREY hear that you have been very good. Particularly good, even. We never had a doubt.
During this, the most wonderful time of year—especially if you like beautiful things tied up in bows, and would you be here if you didn’t?—your friends at VG HQ have been hard at work ensuring this year will have plenty to be joyful about. It’s all here, from the very best presents to give and get, to perfect party-ready beauty, and the myriad other little delights that keep that beautiful face of yours wonderfully aglow, well through this season and the next. So what are you, our favorite festive spirits, waiting for? Dust off those jingle bells and let’s get merry and bright.
’TIS THE SEASON TO…
...get serious about sparkle. If you can’t glimmer now—from your eyelids, cheekbones, collarbones, and wherever else you feel like the festive season calls for it—when can you?
’TIS THE SEASON TO…
…make personal party prep a decorous affair of its own. Light a candle, have a cocktail, call a friend, set the mood for yourself. Think of it this way: Should the fête fall flat, you’ve already had a great time.
’TIS THE SEASON TO…
…commit to a matte red lip—and diligent touch-ups after hors d’oeuvres.
’TIS THE SEASON TO…
…go for a big, bouncy updo. Channel Catherine Deneuve. Invest in hot rollers. And a velvet bow.
’TIS THE SEASON TO…
…be exceptionally patient with everyone, especially in hospitality or retail contexts. They are almost certainly having a worse day than you. (Santa will reward you later for your very good behavior.)
’TIS THE SEASON TO…
…be everyone’s favorite guest. Do not show up empty-handed.
’TIS THE SEASON TO…
…seduce everyone within whisper distance. First step: Lock in a new signature scent so delectable they won’t be able to get you out of their mind.
’TIS THE SEASON TO…
...remember that gratitude is the attitude—and a (handwritten!) thank-you note is always in style.
’TIS THE SEASON TO…
…let your eyes do the talking. Batting sultry, sooty, full lashes makes holiday-party flirting a breeze.
’TIS THE SEASON TO…
…defy a frigid weather report with glossy, glowing limbs (and a perfect pedicure, natch). Don’t worry about frostbite, East Coast friends: That’s what the car service is for.
’TIS THE SEASON TO…
...think new and improved. That’s a brand-new year over the horizon—greet it with upgraded gadgetry.
’TIS THE SEASON TO…
…learn how to use a compact for maximum effect. Whipping an elegant mirror out to investigate an eyelash (and see who’s behind you) is a great conversation stopper when in less-than-desirable company. And if that compact happens to hold the perfect just-bitten lip color? All the better.
’TIS THE SEASON TO…
…indulge in the decadent delights of the morning after a big night out: silk eye mask, bath soak, de-puffing face roller, a retro holiday film, and some peace and quiet. Rest is its own reward, especially during the holidays.
