Take Advantage of the Vintage

Since Whitney Port looks hot every time we see her, we thought we'd ask her opinion on looking great at holiday parties. "I love to browse second hand stores, because they always have great necklaces that look unique but aren't expensive. I'll layer a few of them over a simple black dress to make it festive for a cocktail party. I also like to look out for big cocktail rings. They're so easy and fun." Sounds good to us!

Draw Attention To Your Eyes

Most of us are too busy running out the door for work to worry about the details of our makeup. When you have extra time to get ready before an event or party, play up your eyes with flattering eyeshadow colors or apply a smokey eye. LORAC's Femme Fatale Collection ($35, Sephora.com) includes all the tools you need to make your eyes stand out.

Carry A Fun Clutch

Not only does a clutch make a great accessory, it also has the important responsibility of holding your lipstick. We love Jessica Alba's bejeweled clutch. It is simple enough to not upstage her dress, but it adds an extra oomph to her look.

Pair Your LBD With Colorful Shoes

There's nothing particularly original about the little black dress, but we will see it again and again, because it's classic and extremely flattering. Jazz your LBD up with a pair of brightly colored shoes, like Mandy Moore did with bright red heels. It adds a pop of color to an otherwise plain color palette.

Don't Fall Into A Workout Rut

Staying out late and snacking on party trays will leave you feeling bloated and gross after a while. Always make the time to get a good workout in, whether it's 30 minutes of cardio or a more intense routine, like Tracy Anderson's Metamorphosis ($89.97, Tracyandersonmethod.com). Kate Hudson is just one of Tracy's celebrity clients, and she always looks hot and healthy on the red carpet