Jennifer Aniston Hosts Holiday Bash

Jennifer Aniston, 40, is in a very festive mood. The actress hosted a 100-plus people holiday party at her Beverly Hills home over the weekend. Pals Courteney Cox, Laura Dern, her hairstylist Chris McMillan, her yoga instructor Mandy Ingber, and her acting coach Leigh Kilton Smith were among invited guests.

“Jen’s private chef served guests a variety of Christmas-inspired dishes,” according to one guest. “Jen loves Christmas, and her house was festively decorated with a huge tree, twinkling Christmas lights and fragrant flower arrangements.”

Earlier in the week, Aniston prepared for her fete by picking up a Noble Fir Christmas tree at Mr. Greentrees in Beverly Hills.

“Jen was very excited about picking up a Christmas tree. She took her time choosing the perfect tree and she was in a great mood,” says a source.

And this holiday season marks a more settled time for the star. “Last year at her holiday party, Jen had just moved into her new house. This year, she was able to proudly show guests her house after she put her mark on it,” says the guest. “Jen seemed happy about how the party turned out.”