It’s Christmas Day, which for many people means a lot of eggnog, giving out the obligatory family hugs, listening to super loud holiday music and ripping paper off presents. It also means stalking our favorite celebs’ Instagram and Twitter accounts to see what they’ve posted, and they rarely disappoint. This year we got sitting on Santa’s lap throwbacks and a special peek into how the stars celebrate Christmas Eve. But the age group that probably gets the biggest kick out of the festivities is the kids, of course, so we want to show you how much some of our fave stars’ kids are enjoying themselves.
We would be remiss if we didn’t mention the Obama family, and they sure are a photogenic bunch, aren’t they?
View this post on InstagramRight before the boys went to their play last week ☃️☃️☃️ #tbt
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Britney Spears’s kids are looking adorable too cool for school in their coordinated outfits. Mom took this before they went to their school play. Aww.
John Legend and Chrissy Teigen (and baby Luna) look happy as clams. And look at that Santa outfit! Our hearts are melting, send help.
View this post on InstagramWe are all pretending this is for Luna
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We had to share another one, because Chrissy looks way too happy to be holding baby Luna’s present. Hatchimals are really popular with the stars’ kids this year — although some celebs admitted they felt pretty awkward getting the little guys to hatch.
Case in point: NPH. Haha! Maybe it wouldn’t be so weird if the eggs didn’t make those, uh, uncomfortable noises.
View this post on InstagramBackstage at Christmas time with our beautiful children. @beyonce 😘 #christmas #family #love
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No celebs-and-their-kids list would be complete without Queen Bey. Mariah Carey and the gang just make it even better! We are loving the kids’ outfits, and mamas look FIERCE.
Arrow star Stephen Amell is looking a lot less dangerous and broody in this adorable pic with the little one and Mr. and Mrs. Claus. We’d love to just sit by that fireplace.
Kevin Jonas adores his daughter. She adores her new dollhouse. It’s okay, Kevin, it’ll be forgotten in a few days. You’ll always be her papa.
Jessica Simpson’s son apparently watched How the Grinch Stole Christmas and ran over to his tree, loudly proclaimed “I hate Christmas!” and pushed the whole thing over. So cute. At least it was only HIS tree. Because apparently you get your own tree when your mama is a star.
We want to wish everyone Happy Holidays, whatever you celebrate! Celebrate each other, and spread some love before we close out 2016!
Who are your favorite celebs to watch during the holidays? Tell us @BritandCo!
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Getting the word out about your brand takes time, drive, and ingenuity. And it doesn't come easy for many entrepreneurs. As part of our collaboration with Office Depot, we're chatting with Selfmade alum Taylor Morgan McPherson, founder of Sustainable Sparkle Bar, about ways in which she scored press as a solo startup brand and what she learned from Selfmade to take her brand marketing up a notch.
B + C: How did you know Sustainable Sparkle Bar was your business to start?
Glitter has always been my thing, so when I started my event company I decided to make it my niche. I started telling people I threw glitter-themed parties where people would get sparkled with glitter body art and makeup. Six months after that I applied to my first festival and to work with SUR restaurant in West Hollywood.
B + C: What's one strategy that's helped you start your business?
I honestly can't say that I've had a specific strategy that I've followed when it comes to getting my business off the ground. I have a PR background so I was just constantly pitching new business and posting on social media.
B + C: What's the biggest challenge you face as a small business owner?
I would say creating a stable income and revenue stream. With a seasonal, event-based business it can be very up and down.
B + C: What was your most valuable takeaway from Selfmade?
The relationships I made and the push to start an email database.
B + C: How do you stay motivated?
I love what I do and I believe in myself 100%. Staying motivated isn't the hard part. Pushing myself to do the work and staying accountable is the hard part.
B + C: What's your best organizational tip? Do you use any apps that help you manage your business?
I keep multiple to-do lists, hand-written and digital. I also tell clients and partners that I will have something to them by a certain time or day so I have to stick to it.
B + C: What's one piece of advice you would give to female entrepreneurs on the brink of starting?
Just do it, take the leap. And don't worry about what anyone else says to thinks.
B + C: Who inspires you in the entrepreneurial space?
Issa Rae, I'm so inspired by everything that she's created being a creative and a black woman. It's my dream to have my own show one day based on my life and where I give advice and talk about the world. She's doing it and making people laugh and giving people joy. And it's based in LA. Watching Insecure only further cemented my dreams of wanting to live in LA.
B + C: How did you hear about the Office Depot scholarship?
One of my friends that I met through Camp No Counselors saw an IG ad for it and nominated me.
B + C: What has receiving the scholarship to Selfmade done to help you start/grow your business?
It's completely helped me level up and take my business to another level. Selfmade helped me host my first virtual event and taught me how to set up my website to sell tickets to events and get RSVPs.
B + C: How have Office Depot services or products helped you accomplish more in your business?
I got new cards to send in all of my orders with my discount code on them. I also bought a really cool 4K camera that I now use for my social media.
Thanks Taylor! You really know how to sparkle. We love her colorful, creative vibe. You can follow Sustainable Sparkle Bar on Instagram @sustainablesparklebar.
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