BECKY SHER | Hype Let's have 'Star Wars' DVD parties

Need an excuse to throw a party? We didn't think so. But we'll offer one anyway. "Star Wars: Episode II -- Attack of the Clones" comes out on DVD on Nov. 12, and we think that warrants a celebration. Whether you're a hardcore fan (you know who you are) or just a casual lover of 21st-century kitsch, why not throw a "Star Wars" bash with your pals? You'll find all the inspiration you need to host a fabulous do in "The Star Wars Party Book" (Mikyla Bruder, Chronicle Books, $17.95), a collection of recipes, decorations and activities for a superstellar celebration.
Pick and choose from the dozens of ideas in the book -- they range from cute and easy to seriously complicated. Food is the focus of any good party, so serve Gungan Grapefruit Gulp, Padm & eacute;'s Power Bars and our fave, Han Solo Hoagies. Decorate your living room with Kamino Starry Night Lights, and play games like Vader Says (a "Star Wars & quot;-inspired version of Simon Says), Imperial Bowling and Proton Torpedo Toss. Your pals will have so much fun, they won't want to wait until "Episode III" for the next "Star Wars" shindig.
Look for "The Star Wars Party Book" at bookstores and online booksellers.
He's mine
Crazy for Justin? Yeah, so are we. But not the "I'm too cool for *NSync, so I'm going solo" member of pop's biggest boy band. We're talking about the pretty pink nail polish from Boyfriend Cosmetics, a beauty company that cares about inner beauty too. All its products are named after boys, from Alex and Joey to Tristan and Coby. And each comes with an inspiring message, like "Know what you want and don't settle for less."
But the guys' names and motivational memos are more than just a cheeky gimmick -- they're an empowering reminder from Boyfriend creator Tammy Neihart to be true to yourself. Neihart started Boyfriend after ending an abusive relationship, as a way to promote self-respect among young women. Part of the proceeds from her makeup collection -- which includes nail polish, lip gloss, shimmer powder and eye shadow -- go to The Tammy Neihart Project, an organization that works to combat domestic violence. Boyfriend products go for between $10 and $20 at specialty boutiques and online at www.boyfriendcosmetics.com.
XBecky Sher writes Hype for Knight Ridder/Tribune News Service. You can write to her at bsher@krtinfo.com.