76 Ways to Up Your Gift Wrap Game

Alright, people. It’s time to pull out all the stops for your gift wrapping endeavors. We’ve been pre-gaming for quite a while, and now it’s the moment of truth. Plain wrapping paper with a drug-store-bought bow isn’t going to cut it this (Christmas)time around, so we’re here with the goods to take your holiday cards and wrapping game up a notch. We’re talking pun-tastic greeting cards, handprinted tags, artisan-made wrapping paper and even light-up accessories — all from the B+C Shop. Let’s get to it!

1. And None for Gretchen Weiners Card ($6): Your favorite millennial will think this card is so, so grool.

2. Ugly Christmas Sweater Card ($5): It’s tacky time! What a great card to pair with our Bow & Drape Brit Kit Collab :)

3. Dizzy Dreidel Hanukkah ($5): [Insert caption about Dead or Alive and/or Flo Rida celebrating Hanukkah here]

4. Ya Filthy Animal Card ($6): You know that friend of yours that quotes movies all the time? Yeah, this card is for him.

5. Christmas Ornament Stamp Set ($13): We plan to stamp any and all surfaces with this adorable Yellow Owl Workshop set.

6. Pop-Out Ornament Card – Set of 6 ($24): These laser-cut Christmas trees could be gift toppers, ornaments, or even additions to your holiday cards. It’s the gift that keeps on giving!

7. Goodbye Self-Control Card ($5): Admit it, we’ve all been there. That’s what New Year’s resolutions are for, anyway.

8. Rustic Envelope Gift Stickers ($3): Add a final thoughtful touch to your holiday cards with these darling stickers.

9. Let’s Get Tipsy Gift Tag – Set of 6 ($12): We can’t think of a better gift tag to pair with a bottle of booze :)

10. Flock of Trees Card ($16): If you’re familiar with our love affair with triangles, then you know this one is right up our alley.

11. Rifle Paper Co. Wrap Set – 3 Sheets + 10 Tags ($16): Gift wrap doesn’t get much more gorgeous than this. Helloooo, beautiful.

12. Handmade Stamp Activity Kit ($20): Going DIY with your gifts this year? Seal each present with this stamp to let your giftees know it has a personal touch.

13. Holiday Set – 10 Sheets ($20): Are you sick of having all your presents wrapped with the same paper? Try out Wrapped’s holiday set, which comes with 10 bold and festive patterns.

14. Mustache Gift Wrap ($20): Movember may be over, but our love of mustaches lives on with this paper. (Pssst: You should probably make some ‘stache-shaped gift tags with this wrap, too.)

15. All I Want for Christmas is You Card ($5): ;) ;) ;) ;)

16. VW Holiday Bus Card ($5): Top any present with this cutie pie of a card and you’ll be ready to roll.

17. 2015 Gift Wrap Calendar ($49): This Linda + Harriett calendar is designed to be used as wrapping paper when each month is done. What a cool idea!

18. Cheers + Clink Stamp Gift Tag Kit ($30): Seriously, give us ALL the stamps. We’d especially like ones in cute fonts like these, please!

19. Light It Up Menorah Card ($5): You said it, gurl. Happy Hanukkah!

20. Holiday Wrapping Paper – 3 Sheets ($10): Keep your presents cheerful with this delightful wrapping paper. We love how it looks with a duo of black and white ribbon.

21. Light Up Gift Bow ($3): Need to add pizzazz to your gift wrap? This battery-operated bow will definitely get your giftee’s attention!

22. Holiday Deer Card ($5): Forest creatures + scarves = cuteness overload.

23. Bust a Holiday Groove Card ($5): What’s better than illustrations of smiling ornaments? Uh, illustrations of smiling dancing ornaments, duh…

24. Christmas Tree Gift Stamp Set ($13): Stamps, stamps and more stamps! How about using these on paper (or fabric!) to make your own gift wrap?

25. Wood Multi Holiday Card Set (Exclusive) ($24): Want to try something a little different this year? Try cards made of wood! Pick up this exclusive collection of Arrow Creative Co. cards in the B+C Shop. (You can also check out solo cards here.)

26. Warm Wishes Card ($5): Send an extra-cozy season’s greeting with this charming print.

27. Large Doily Lace Gift Tags ($5): Add a delicate pattern to your presents with these sweet rustic tags.

28. Light It Up Christmas Tree Card ($5): We’re just as crazy about this Christmas-y sister to the Light It Up Menorah Card above.

29. Tandem Bike Gift Wrap ($20): What a sweet print of a bike built for two :)

30. Merry + Bright Holiday Gift Tag Kit ($28): All you need to DIY your gift wrap and tags are these adorable stamps. We’re in.

31. Put a Bow On It Present Topper ($12): Yes! A brand new type of reusable topper! Acrylic bows FTW.

32. F Yeah Christmas Card ($5): We very much agree.

33. Ugly Sweater FML Penguin Card ($5): Um, we’re dying over this one. Come on, nothing beats a cranky penguin.

34. Gingerbread Mint Stamp Set ($13): We can’t think of a cuter way to decorate a bag of homemade cookies!

35. Gift Kraft Tags – Set of 25 ($5): Keep it classic with these card stock staples.

36. Garland Paper Dots ($18): Alright, listen up: This garland is the secret to many successful DIYs here at Brit + C0. We’ve wrapped gifts, vases, planters and much, much more with these magical paper dots, and we’re STILL not tired of them. We suggest that you pick them up in lots and lots of colors.

37. Holly Jolly Cards – Set of 8 ($23): It’s like a fortune cookie in Christmas card form! This set comes with eight beautiful cards and 10 interchangeable letterpress greetings. So smart!

38. Ho Ho Ho Donuts Card ($5): Literally.

39. Black Wrapping Paper Set – 10 Sheets ($20): Get monochromatic with this set of 10 wrapping papers. Fun fact: Each print comes from a handmade painting!

40. Triangular Tree Letterpress Cards ($16): Have we mentioned that we LOVE triangles? Honey + Bloom must have gotten the memo!

41. Wine Wrap Papers ($10): Finally, a new way to gift wrap wine. We’ll definitely be stocking up on these papers.

42. Gift, Ornament + Star Holiday Stamps ($12): This set gets our stamp of approval ;)

43. Santa Stocking You? Card ($6): *He’s climbin’ in yo chimney, snatchin’ yo cookies up*

44. Foil Leather Stripes Gift Tag ($8): We’re digging the leather-like finish on these elegant gift tags. Good stuff, Ferme a Papier.

45. Merry Christmas Kraft Holiday Gift Tags ($5): Keep it classic AND classy with these lovely Paperlaced tags.

46. LovePop Sparkling Snowflake Card ($13): Time to go 3D! Next up: figuring out how to DIY this tricky number…

47. Alphabet Wooden Stamp Set ($18): Pick up this set (and its uppercase pal) and stamp ALL the words. (Pro Tip: This would also make a great gift!)

48. Metallic Arrow Gift Tag ($18): Want to add an unexpected moment to your gift wrap? Opt for this handcrafted clay tag.

49. Letterpress Gift Tags with Twine ($8): We’re big fans of all things Weekend Press, especially these awesome handprinted gift tags.

50. Half Eaten Gingerbread Cookie Card ($5): Give the gift of LOL this holiday season with yet another hilarious Julie Ann Art card.

51. Texture Set – 10 Sheets ($20): Three cheers for dude-approved gift wrap! This set comes with wood, brick and even cement prints.

52. My Dear Fellow Co. Assorted Christmas Cards – Set of 4 ($14): Take our advice and stock up on these wonderful cards: They will never go out of style.

53. Year of Holidays Carve a Stamp Kit ($30): Can’t get enough stamps? This kit comes with 36 templates to help you make stamps for all sorts of holidays.

54. Warm + Fuzzy Greeting Cards ($14): We love the bold graphics paired with rustic card stock in this Honey + Bloom set.

55. Owl I Want For Christmas Is Who Card ($10): And who, and who, and who, and who and whooooooo…. (Love Actually, anyone?)

56. Hanukkah Misspelled Card ($5): Third time’s the charm, right?

57. Holiday Gift Tags – Set of 10 ($9): Put the final touch on your perfectly wrapped present with these cuties.

58. Santa Knows Card ($5): You know what list we’re talking about!

59. Wrap Set – 6 Sheets + 10 Tags ($25): Don’t mind us, we’re just obsessing over Rifle Paper Co.’s wrapping paper over here. We want it ALL.

60. Evergreen Tree Note + Envelope Template ($20): We love a good 2-in-1! This brilliant wood ornament doubles as a foldable card template.

61. Holiday Hello Card ($5): There’s nothing like gilded typography done right. Excuse us while we swoon over here.

62. Baaaah Humbug Card ($10): It’s the most pun-derful time of the year ;)

63. Peace Card ($5): Did we mention we love gorgeous typography and all things gold??

64. LovePop Christmas Tree Card ($13): We always hope to give a card that someone will be excited to show off, and this one fits the bill.

65. Meet Me Under the Mistletoe Card ($5): Feelin’ flirty? Here’s one way to tell that special someone how you feel!

66. Chevron Stripes Gift Wrap ($20): Love all things chevron? We’ve got you (and your gifts) covered.

67. Colorful Set – 10 Sheets ($20): This set of 10 papers is sure to provide a vibrant pop of color under your tree.

68. Merry Christmas to You Card ($10): What?! This wood card comes with its very own kickstand. Brilliant.

69. Retro Gift Tags ($6): There’s no such thing as too many laser-cut gift tags, trust us.

70. Animal Wrapping Paper Set ($20): Here’s a new way to get your animal print fix this season.

71. Making Spirits Bright Stamp Set ($28): Make a plain wrap job pop with this festive stamp set by A Sensible Habit. Bonus: It comes with gift tags, two stamp pads and twine!

72. Eat Drink and Be Merry Card ($4): When it comes to holiday cards, this will always be a solid choice.

73. Blue Christmas Postcards – Set of 6 ($12): Let your long-distance besties know you’re missing them with these sweet Great Lakes postcards.

74. Cheers Card ($16): Cards you can use for Christmas, New Year’s AND birthdays? Yes, please.

75. Leather Stripes Gift Wrap ($5): You can never go wrong with black and white, especially when it’s paired with a leather-like finish. That’s some classy gift wrap!

76. Wrapped Gift – Nailed It Card ($5): For those of you who simply dread wrapping all those gifts, this card might say it all ;)

What wrapping supplies will you pick up this season? What are some other fun additions to your gift wrap? Share away in the comments below!

Christmas cookie decorating is holiday tradition for us here at B+C, so we were so stoked to find this recipe for paleo cookies that adds a healthy twist to this classic holiday dessert. These sweet treats will shine among the rest of your Christmastime tablescape, and they are super easy to make. Plus, they'll pair well with just about any Christmas dessert. Just combine your paleo-friendly ingredients to prep the dough, let it sit overnight, then bake for ten minutes! The best part about this recipe is of course, all of the fun holiday-time shapes you can cut. Consider this recipe your go-to for healthy cookies, though, since you can make them year-round in any shape you like. Let's get to decorating!

Ingredients for Paleo Christmas Cookies

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For the cookies:

  • 1/2 cup grass-fed salted butter, softened
  • 6 tablespoons raw honey
  • 2 eggs, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
  • 3 cups almond flour
  • 1/2 cup coconut flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda

For the frosting:

  • 6 tablespoons coconut butter or coconut manna
  • 1/4 cup cacao butter
  • 1-2 tablespoons honey
  • Plant-based food coloring
  • Vegetable-dyed sprinkles, for topping*
* Look for vegetable and fruit-dyed food coloring and sprinkles in natural grocery stores or online, and avoid artificial colors to keep these cookies Paleo friendly!

How to Make Paleo Christmas Cookies

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  1. Add the softened butter and honey to a large mixing bowl. Cream the mixture together using a handheld mixer until it is smooth. Add in the eggs, vanilla extract, and almond extract and whisk until they are well combined. Pour in the almond flour, coconut flour, and baking soda, and continue mixing until the batter has come together smoothly.
  2. Separate the dough into two, and place each one on top of a piece of plastic wrap. Roll each dough into a ball, then flatten to a thick disk, cover completely with the plastic wrap, and place in the refrigerator to firm up for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  3. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Remove one of the dough discs from the refrigerator, unwrap the plastic and place the dough on top of a piece of parchment paper, then top it with another piece of parchment paper. Use a roller to flatten out the dough to about 1/4 to 1/2 of an inch thick. Work quickly with your favorite Christmas cookie cutters, and use a thin spatula to lift the cut cookies onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  4. Bake the cookies in the oven for 10 minutes. Let them cool for a few minutes, then place on a wire rack for further cooling. Gather the leftover scraps back into a ball in the plastic wrap or parchment paper and place it back in the refrigerator, while working with the other piece of dough. Do this in batches to keep the dough from getting too warm and so you don’t overcrowd the baking sheet.
  5. While the batches of cookies are baking, use a small saucepan to lightly melt the coconut butter and cacao butter together over low heat on the stovetop. Remove the pan from the heat when the ingredients have just melted together. Stir in the desired amount of honey, then set aside to cool and thicken up slightly. If you are using food coloring, add in the desired amount into the frosting mixture (1-2 teaspoons of green or red should do the trick). If you plan on only using white frosting, only use a small amount of honey, as it can make the frosting an off-white or light brown color.
  6. After the cookies have completely cooled, decorate them with the frosting and sprinkles as desired. If you don’t have any professional piping tools, an easy fix is to place the frosting in a plastic sandwich bag and remove all the air when sealing the top. Cut a tiny tip off one corner of the plastic bag, then gently squeeze and pipe over the cookies. Use one plastic bag or piping bag for each color of frosting. Top with corresponding sprinkles and enjoy!

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Recipe development and photography by Sarah Anderson.

New York City is a home and a hub for celebrities across all industries, and the glitzy appeal of Gossip Girl’s NYC is made all the more glamorous by its numerous celebrity cameos. Given that Blair and Serena run in the upper echelon of the city’s It girls, it actually makes total sense for them to be rubbing shoulders with Alexa Chung and Lady Gaga. You never know who you’re going to run into on the Upper East Side — and in Gossip Girl’s case, you may not even remember half the celebs you meet.

Over the course of six wonderfully melodramatic seasons, Gossip Girl racked up quite a stacked cast list on IMDB. From stars with recurring roles to those who pop in to play themselves for one scene, here are 17 celebrities who appeared on Gossip Girl that you probably forgot about.

Scroll down to see all the celebrity Gossip Girlcameos we're totally obsessed with!

1. William Baldwin

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Serena van der Woodsen’s got some serious daddy issues. One of Gossip Girl’s longest subplots is Serena’s search for her father, who essentially walked out on her when she was a kid. He finally appears for the first time in Season 3 Episode 19 (“Dr. Estrangeloved), where he’s played by a member of one of NYC’s royal families, William Baldwin. (In case you’re wondering, he’s Hailey Bieber’s uncle.)

2. Lady Gaga

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You probably blocked out the time Blair and Dan put on a jukebox version of Snow White at NYU given that the whole ordeal was painfully cringe. That means you probably also blocked out the fact that real-life NYU alum Lady Gaga gives a dead-eyed performance of “Bad Romance” at the end of the episode (Season 3 Episode 10, “The Last Days of Discostick”).

3. Hilary Duff

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Also included in the Season 3 NYU timeline is Hilary Duff as Olivia Burke. Olivia’s a famous actress who balances attending NYU, starring in the vampire romance franchise Endless Knights, and dating Dan. She’s basically the Gossip Girl universe’s hybrid of Kristen Stewart and Emma Watson.

4. Sebastian Stan

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Okay, there’s absolutely no way you forgot this one. Before Sebastian Stan was the MCU’s BB, he was Gossip Girl’s lesser-known CB — Carter Baizen. Stan played St. Jude’s sleaziest graduate and one of Serena’s most questionable exes from Seasons 1 through 3.

5. Karlie Kloss

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Karlie Kloss will always attend a NYFW party — even if that party only exists within Gossip Girl’s Season 4 premiere (“Belles du Jour”).

6. Armie Hammer

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Serena’s dating history includes one man whose bite may be worse than his bark. In Season 2, she starts dating a con man named Gabriel Edwards, played by Armie Hammer.

7. Cyndi Lauper

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Girls just wanna have Cyndi Lauper do a surprise performance at their eighteenth birthday party — at least, Blair Waldorf does. Lauper makes a cameo in Season 2 Episode 10 (“Bonfire of the Vanity”).

8. Tyra Banks

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Tyra Banks plays Ursula, a famous actress who Serena keeps from crashing out at a movie premiere, in Season 3 Episode 4 (“Dan de Fleurette”).

9. Clémence Poésy

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When Chuck goes to France in Season 4 and attempts to restart his life as Henry Prince, he takes Fleur Delacour — err, I mean, Clémence Poésy — along for the ride.

10. Mädchen Amick

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Sorry, Archiekins — Alice Cooper’s got her eye on a different Archibald. Riverdale star Mädchen Amick appears in Season 2 as Nate’s first foray into MILF territory.

11. Elizabeth Hurley

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Mädchen Amick walked so Elizabeth Hurley could run … Nate’s life into the ground. Hurley plays shady media mogul Diana Payne throughout Season 5.

12. Aaron Tveit

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This guest star lives rent-free in Broadway fans’ minds. Aaron Tveit, the patron saint of tenors, appears in Seasons 2 through 5 as Nate’s cousin, politician Tripp van der Bilt.

13. Alexa Chung

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In Season 6 Episode 3 (“Dirty Rotten Scandals”), Alexa Chung, the minimalist darling of the 2010s fashion blogging scene, refuses to walk the runway at Blair Waldorf’s debut fashion show.

14. Rachel Bilson & Kristen Bell

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Rachel Bilson and Kristen Bell show up in the series finale as two actresses auditioning for a role in Inside Out, the movie adaptation of Dan’s bestselling book, Inside. Bell’s voice should ring a bell — she’s the voice ofGossip Girl.

15. Tim Gunn

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Project Runway’s iconic mentor, Tim Gunn gives Jenny a little mentorship in Season 4 Episode 6 (“Easy J”).

16. Rachel Zoe

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Rachel Zoe: celebrity stylist, fashion designer, and extremely good sport. In her GG cameo in Season 4 Episode 7 (“War at the Roses”), Zoe takes a tumble and spills chocolate sauce all over her head before delivering her iconic catchphrase, “I die.” We die, too.

17. Florence Welch

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Welch’s performance of “Cosmic Love” in Season 4 Episode 14 (“Panic Roommate”) was reportedly due to her real-life friendship with Blake Lively. The actress suggested to the producers that they should use Florence’s music in the show. The producers went one step further, and we’re all the better for it.

Wonder what other celebs have appeared in your favorite TV shows? Check out these 24 Sex and the City cameos and 11 Gilmore Girls cameos you may have missed!

Trader Joe’s has been popping off lately, thanks to the holiday season. The grocer always brings out the big guns once Christmas starts creeping up – my favorite items being the Dark Chocolate Stars, Candy Cane Joe-Joe's, Jingle Jangle, and Candy Cane Green Tea, just to name a few.

If you’re also an avid TJ’s shopper, you know the vibe. This year, share all the Trader Joe’s love with your loved ones by getting some of your gift shopping done at the beloved store. These 15 Trader Joe’s gifts are all under $13, and span across food and non-food gift ideas so you can perfect your holiday haul.

Scroll on to see the best Trader Joe’s gifts to give this year!

Trader Joe's Food Gifts

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Rum Balls

These fudgy bites are infused with rum, making them one of the best gifts for your pal who loves all things boozy.

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Cocoa Berry Black Tea Blend

Give the tea lover in your life a box of this fruity-yet-warm tea blend alongside a mug (new or thrifted!) for an adorable gift. You'll definitely want to snag a box for yourself, too.

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Hot Chocolate Stirring Spoon

This $1 hot chocolate spoon makes such a great, yummy stocking stuffer. I'll absolutely be grabbing a minimum of 15 to give to friends and family.

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Boozy Bottles

This 9-pack of "sweet and sophisticated" chocolate bottles will instantly get the Christmas party started, thanks to the cognac liqueur inside of 'em.

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Dark Chocolate Dipped French Butter Cookies

You truly can't go wrong with chocolate when it comes to Trader Joe's gifts. Case in point: these "exquisite" dark choc-dipped butter cookies!

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Crunchy Chili Onion

This chili and onion jar can be used as a dressing, dip, or cooking agent. The crunch is the best part! Just pop a cute lil' bow on this bad boy to totally nail your foodie's stocking stuffer.

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La Burgondie Cremant De Bourgogne Rose Brut

This $12 raspberry-flavored wine is full of "delicate and refreshingly crisp" sips. It makes the perfect gift to give a host or simply just the wino in your life.

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Cinnamon Spiced Coffee

Coffee snobs will go crazy for the cinnamon-y goodness of these beans. Try pairing it with TJ's Cinnamon Coffee Cake Muffins to seal the deal!

Non-Food Trader Joe's Gifts

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Candy Cane Body Scrub

This coarse, yet nourishing body scrub will give your giftee a taste of the holidays with a refreshing candy cane scent that blooms in every shower.

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Orange & Spice Scented Candle & Room Spritz

Anyone who loves a good scent will adore this spicy orange duo!

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Body Wash & Serum Duo

If they still haven't tried any Trader Joe's beauty goodies, this gift set is the perfect pick!

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Hyaluronic Moisture Boost Serum

Instantly upgrade their winter skincare routine with this hyaluronic serum that expertly locks in the skin's natural moisture. It's only $9!

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Brazil Nut Body Trio

This gift set hosts possibly one of TJ's most viral body care scents, Brazil Nut. Many shoppers say it's a nice dupe for the Sol De Janeiro Bum Bum Cream. Using the body butter, body oil, and body mist in conjunction will have your giftee smelling heavenly!

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Lip Butter Balm Duo

This fan-fave Summer Fridays dupe can hang right on the Christmas tree for a nice December 25 surprise!

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Ultra Moisturizing Hand Cream Trio

The same goes for this adorable hand cream trio, which includes scents like olive oil, cherry blossom, and lavender.

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This weekend, news dropped that Blake Lively filed a bombshell lawsuit against It Ends With Usco-star Justin Baldoni, and everyone is rushing to her support — including her Sisterhood of the Traveling Pantsco-stars!

One day we need to have a conversation about how easy it is to assign the 'mean girl' role to women like Anne Hathaway, Hailey Bieber, Meghan Markle, and now, Blake Lively. Since that's a separate article, let's focus on the situation at hand. According to Deadline, Lively's suing Baldoni for "sexually harassing her and subsequently enacting 'a coordinated effort to destroy her reputation.'" After the news dropped, The New York Times subsequently published article that details the winding allegations against Baldoni, producer Jamie Heath, and more players in the supposed targeted attack against her.

While a lot of public opinion turned against Lively during the It Ends With Us rollout, it's clear those closest to her showed unyielding support. Now, fellow celebrities are showing up in droves to stand with Lively amid the allegations. One bold show of support that we're totally here for? Alexis Bledel, America Ferrera, and Amber Tamblyn taking their "sisterhood" to new heights. Here's what they — and everyone else — has said in support of Blake Lively so far.

Scroll down to see everyone who's supported Blake Lively amid the Justin Baldoni lawsuit so far!

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Blake Lively's The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants Co-Stars

Alexis Bledel, Amber Tamblyn, and America Ferrera made it clear that they're firmly in support of their friend Blake Lively. They released a message on Instagram that left no room for assumption about their beliefs following Blake's lawsuit against Baldoni.
The statement reads:
As Blake's friends and sisters for over twenty years, we stand with her in solidarity as she fights back against the reported campaign waged to destroy her reputation. Throughout the filming of It Ends With Us, we saw her summon the courage to ask for a safe workplace for herself and colleagues on set, and we are appalled to read the evidence of a premeditated and vindictive effort that ensued to discredit her voice.

Most upsetting is the unabashed exploitation of domestic violence survivors' stories to silence a woman who asked for safety. The hypocrisy is astounding.

We are struck by the reality that even if a woman is as strong, celebrated, and resourced as our friend Blake, she can still face forceful retaliation for daring to ask for a safe work environment. We are inspired by our sister's courage to stand up for herself and others.

For anyone seeking more information or engaging in this important conversation online, please read the full legal complaint in the investigative reporting by Megan Twohey, Mike McIntire, and Julie Tate for the New York Times.

We love the lasting, strong friendship between these four!

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Colleen Hoover, Author of It Ends With Us

According to Entertainment Weekly, Colleen Hoover also spoke up in light of the damage Baldoni inflicted. She tagged Blake via Instagram Stories and wrote, "You have been nothing but honest, kind, supportive and patient since the day we met. Thank you for being exactly the human that you are. Never change. Never wilt." A picture of the author and star hugging followed Hoover's words, adding to the depth of the moment.

Paul Feig, Director of A Simple Favor

Director Paul Feig also shared his thoughts about what it's like to work with Blake on X. He said, "I’ve now made two movies with Blake and all I can say is she’s one of the most professional, creative, collaborative, talented and kind people I’ve ever worked with. She truly did not deserve any of this smear campaign against her. I think it’s awful she was put through this."

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Robyn Lively, Blake Lively's Sister

The sisterly energy is real and we're so glad Blake is surrounded by it. Robyn, Blake's big sister, shared her full thoughts in a lengthy Instagram caption just 10 hours!

While encouraging people to do research for themselves by reading The New York Times article that details the devious plot to publicly destroy Blake, she had other things to say. "We live in an age where we have access to people’s personal lives like never before — especially actors. It makes us feel like we know them. We see them on social media, watch clips of them, and make snap decisions about their character," she wrote. This reminds me of the parasocial relationships author Amanda Montell detailed in The Age of Magical Overthinking — definitely something for us all to keep in mind.

She also called out how easy it is for the media to warp the public's perception of the truth. "The 'truth' in the tabloids is hardly ever what you think," she added before eventually expressing how "proud" she is that her sister "didn't allow herself to be silenced in the face of adversity and lies."

Bart Johnson, Blake Lively's Brother-in-law

According to Page Six, Blake's brother-in-law Bart Johnson didn't hesitate to share his thoughts about the behavior of Baldoni and his team. He reportedly wrote, "Her complaints were filed during the filming. On record. Long before the public conflict. The cast unfollowed him [Baldoni] for a reason." in the comment section of the NYT Instagram post about the lengthy deep dive into what happened.

He continued by writing, "His PR team was stellar. Gross and disgusting but highly effective. Read the article, their text message exchanges and his PR campaign strategy to bury her by any means necessary. No one is with out [sic] faults. But the public got played."

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The most important detail about any romantic movie is chemistry between its leads. Even the worst movie can be rescued by two characters you believe actually love each other. But that's not a problem for A24's Babygirl (in theaters December 25) because Nicole Kidman and Harris Dickinson have chemistry in spades. The new A24 movie follows CEO Romy (Kidman), who begins a torrid affair with a young intern named Samuel (Dickinson). And AMC queen Nicole says she knew Harris was different the moment he walked in the room.

Here's what Nicole Kidman and Harris Dickinson had to say about their chemistry in our exclusive Babygirl featurette.

Nicole Kidman and Harris Dickinson connected the moment they met.

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"As soon as he walked in, I was like, 'Oh good, here's somebody who's gonna play with me," Nicole Kidman says in our exclusive Babygirl featurette. "We spent a lot of time in bed. Hours would go by, and it was like you would step out of there and you would say, 'What just happened?'"

"From the moment [Samuel] sees her, he's attracted to her. He realizes there's someone at the height of their power," Harris says. "There was an element of mystique that needed to be there for the exploration of the relationship."

Harris continues that "perhaps there's something unfulfilled going on," perhaps referencing Romy's fizzled-out marriage with Jacob, while Nicole adds that "she's searching for something else" as the movie examines "desires, wants, [and] needs."

"Drink it in and be transported," she says.

​And their chemistry in 'Babygirl' was so intense, Nicole Kidman had to take breaks from filming.

In addition to spending "hours" in bed (which, honestly sounds like a pretty good work day to me), Nicole told The Sun in October that filming those scenes with Harris Dickinson became so intense, she would need breaks. “There were times when we were shooting where I was like, ‘I don’t want to orgasm any more,'” she said. “Don’t come near me. I hate doing this. I don’t care if I am never touched again in my life!”

But having a woman at the helm of the film (writer-director-producer Halina Reijn) both made Nicole feel more comfortable, and empowered her to tell this story. "Doing this subject matter in the hands of the woman that wrote the script, that's directing it and is a really great actress herself — we became one in a weird way, which I'd never had with a director before," she says in a statement. "When you're working with a woman on this subject matter, you can share everything with each other.”

"I really decided in the beginning, I want to make a sexual film, just as sexual as all these films that I've always admired so much," Halina says, "but now I'm going to do it completely through female eyes. What does that mean and what does that look like?” See Babygirl in theaters December 25 to find out.

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