Learn why Christmas in July is Now a Special Holiday on TipsOnTV

Emmy & Peabody-Award Winning Journalist & Shopping Expert Claudia Lombana Reveals the Early Bargains & Top Shopping Trends

Christmas in July is a non-traditional holiday celebration held in the summer, typically on or around mid-July, that features Christmas-themed activities and decorations. Christmas in July aims to bring the joy and cheer of Christmas to the summer months. It is also a way to enjoy the festive spirit outside the traditional December holiday season and get some super summer sales.

Emmy and Peabody Award-winning journalist and shopping expert Claudia Lombana shares tips for getting the holiday spirit, along with the latest deals, consumer products and trends for all the people on your gift list. Plus, this superstar shopping guru shares a few special items that make sense to pick up during some super summer sales.

SMART HOME TECHNOLOGIES

Summer is a great time to upgrade the technology around homes. This year, myQ makes smart home security simple, accessible, and now more affordable than ever, with major savings across its smart access lineup, including deals up to 70% off. Two standout deals are the Smart Garage Video Keypad and the Video Doorbell. Both are designed to help monitor, control, and secure homes right from the myQ app, and during Prime Day Deals, both are available for under $40 each, making this a great time to get started. www.myq.com

SKINCARE RECOMMENDATIONS

Check out COSRX’s Blue Peptide Bakuchiol line, a dermatologist-recommended viral K-beauty favorite designed to help skin look firmer, plumper, and bouncier. Its Fill and Lift approach combines Copper Peptide, which supports fuller-looking skin, with Bakuchiol, a gentle retinol alternative that helps improve firmness and texture over time. It’s especially helpful for skin laxity or volume loss from environmental stress or weight loss, including GLP-1-related weight loss. During Prime Day Deals, the line is available at up to 26% off. For more information, visit www.cosrx.com

SOMETHING PEOPLE WILL ACTUALLY

Most people have given a gift that missed the mark. Christmas in July gives people a second chance to get it right. A Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa gift card is the gifting redo that actually lands. With more than 650 spas nationwide, Hand & Stone is offering gift cards at the lowest price of the year, making it easy to treat someone to an experience they’ll truly enjoy. Self-care gifts are always appreciated because they encourage people to take time for themselves. It’s a thoughtful gift that’s convenient to give and easy to redeem. For more information, visit handandstone.com