Hilary today revealed that she is truly in the Christmas spirit. The star today explained that her favourite thing about Christmastime is "Well, I suppose, getting things. Then of course there are parties, egg-nog, an excuse for decorating, getting Christmas cards. Well I suppose that last thing sort of falls under getting things."

"I especially enjoy getting presents for my family and friends," she said. "It reminds me of how much they're probably spending on me."

Hilary put up her Christmas tree today. The salesperson was shocked when she asked for a "sadder" one. "Not fatter," she had to clarify, "Sadder. Like a Charlie Brown tree, that perhaps no one else would buy."

When asked about this apparent sentimental affection Hilary explained: Well, there is more room for presents under the sparse ones." Gift givers can refer to the page of this site to see her wishlist.