It’s that time of year: the decorations are up, and the shopping sprees  have begun. While it may not feel completely festive here in NYC—it’s 60  degrees today!—the tree at Rockefeller Center has been lit, and we’re  officially in the holiday spirit! If you’re like us, you’re busy  planning your outfits for all the upcoming holiday parties. Just don’t  forget the ultimate accessory—a fabulous nail color!  	

 Photo: Courtesy of Ulta  
We’re loving Essie’s holiday 2011 collection, Luxeffects.  All five new shades are glittery topcoats that add a festive kick to  your favorite matte color. Or wear them alone for an iridescent sparkle.  The collection features colors titled As Gold As It Gets, Shine of the  Times (our fave!), A Cut Above, Pure Pearlfection and Set in Stones. The  Luxeffects collection will be available in your local drugstores any  day now, or you can get them online at Ulta Beauty for about $8 each.  	
 Photo: Courtesy of Deborah Lippmann  
If you don’t mind spending a little more on your holiday manicure, the new Deborah Lippman collection features six shades that are perfect for your holiday ensembles. The  collection features five shimmery shades and one gorgeous rose metallic.  Our top pick? Do Ya Think I’m Sexy, a “risqué red glitter” that is sure  to be showcased all around at our Christmas party. The rest of the  shades—Good Girl Gone Bad, I Love The Nightlife, Shake Your Groove  Thing, Glamorous Life, and Stairway To Heaven—are all available online  for about $18.  	

 Photo: Courtesy of Deborah Lippman  
What are you favorite colors for the holidays?