- Michelle N.
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We’ve all seen it. That certain glow. The glow in our eyes, the glow of the storefront and finally the after-glow from a day of shopping and saving. Some would agree it’s the best thing since sliced bread.

Black Friday shopping is a family tradition at our house and I am happy to share the following tips to help you get through the day:

• Stay hydrated, and grab grub whenever possible, cranky shopping is not fun.
• Don’t be fooled by pretty signs, look for the word “Additional” (i.e. Additional 20% Off).
• Look for long lines at the checkout, there may be deals to be had.
• Don’t waste time, it’s over before you know it so ask others what’s hot in the store when you walk in.
• Wear comfortable shoes. This is not the day to be wearing your new designer heels for retail therapy.
• Keep your receipts! Impulse buys are common, at least with a receipt you can take it back and get a refund.
• Be classy! Don’t knock down other women or shoppers, that is just a shopping faux-pas!

BEST PLACES TO GO this Friday! From apparel to gift shops to bakeries!

LA:
Citadel and Camarillo
Mimi & Hy Studio City Apothecary! Adorable, cute feminine gift items from lingerie to candles and jewelry.
Traffic Beverly Center Trendy boutique with great accessories for gifting and “night-out” dresses.
Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ Great food and right by the Beverly Center for easy grubbing.

NYC:
Bendel’s 5th Ave Incredible boutique for all of your holiday shopping needs.
Baked By Melissa Broadway & Spring Um, Yum! Feel free to send some my way, Melissa!
Conran’s East 59th Big ticket gifts and home design ideas from this eclectic shop.
Bath Junkie Mulberry St. Bath and beauty to stay fresh all season and get some gift ideas! Plus, it’s green – wind powered store!

Texas:
Sparkles San Antonio Great place for unique gifts.
Riviera Spa Dallas Get your hair done, treat your skin and feel beautiful.
By George Austin Beautiful clothing in this boutique.

Chi-Town:
Perchance on Southport Excellent accessories & contemporary, fun apparel.
Art & Science Salon Wicker Park – Beautify during a trip to Art & Science.
Virtu Bucktown From jewelry to stationary to home decor, you’ll find something for everyone.

Florida:
Rebel Miami Great store for funky, trendy denim & casual chic.
Bond Street Lounge Miami Fantastic Sushi though fairly pricey.
To the Moon Marketplace Fort Lauderdale Fabulous little shop with floor to ceiling candy! Build little favors for your holiday party.

International:
Aishit Sal – Beirut, Lebanon & Dubai, U.A.E.
Apropos – Dusseldorf & Koln, Germany
Bagsstage – Taipei, Taiwan
Basquiat – Vancouver, Canada
Brown Thomas – Dublin Ireland
Corso Como, 10 Milano, Italy & Seoul, Korea
Emanuel Noa – Tel Aviv, Israel
Harvey Nichols – London, UK & Jakarta, Indonesia & Central Hong Kong
Holt Renfrew – Canada
Le Bon Marche Paris, France
Mitsukoshi – Tokyo, Japan
Triolgy – London, UK
United Arrows – Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, Japan

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