Committed to help save the planet and hoping to inspire others? How about hoisting a Green Pride™ Flag boasting the six horizontal stripes of various shades of green, which comprise the new symbol of the Green movement. You’ll find the striking 3’ x 5’ flag ($50) along with lots more eco-friendly products at greensender.com
For easy green gift giving, Lush is standing by with a whole slew of holiday packages filled with handmade cosmetics and body products made from fresh fruits, veggies and essential oils, all pre-wrapped in 100 percent recycled papers and ribbons. In Macy’s Mayfair, 414-978-1000, lush.com.
Pairing up with a pal to shop now anytime up till December 24 can save you both 25 percent on purchases made at Salamander or Urban Laundry. Simply visit villageofwauwatosa.com to print out their generous e-coupon. Other bargains available include 20 percent off any one item at Blue Lapin, Little Read Book or Magnolia & Co. and $2 off any 1 lb. gift box of chocolates or toffee at Niemann’s Candies.
There are lots of deals for little ones at freckle face going on through December 24. Like a $25 gift certificate good for 2009 when you purchase any piece of furniture or stroller, 15 percent off regular priced clothing, 10 percent off sale and consignment fashions, 25 percent off all in-stock bedding and 15 percent off all diaper bags. Book buyers will receive 20 percent off any second book of the same or lesser value. There’s also a no-purchase-necessary raffle for a 130 piece Melissa & Doug Train set worth $100. The winner will be notified on December 21, just in time to slip it under the tree. 244 N. Broadway, 414- 298-1488, frecklefaceboutique.com.
Does your pooch deserve more than just a plush toy? Check out Oconomowoc’s Dog In Suds grooming salon. Designed to pamper just five dogs a day, your pug, poodle or pound prince or princess will enjoy two hours of quality, personalized care and expert grooming all in an open spa like setting. 1195 Summit Ave., Oconomowoc, 262-569-7837, Doginsudssalon.com.
Stephanie Horne is collecting clean used and new coats for the One Warm Coat project benefiting needy men, women and children. For every coat brought in, shoppers will get a $15 gift card to be used in the boutique or Horne’s newest venture Steph’s. Adjunct to the main store, this cheap chic boutique goes easy on recession-tightened wallets offering quality fashions and accessories 40-60 percent less than suggested retail. 159 N. Broadway, 414-223-1662, stephaniehorne.com.
Shop Detour December 20 & 21 during it’s Holiday Event and save $25 on every $100, $50 on every $200, $75 on every $300 and $100 on every $400 or more you spend on fashions from Susan Monaco, Ag, True Religion, Citizens of Humanity and more. 1300 east Brady, 414-273-5156, shopdetour.com.
Sprout invites the kids to meet with Santa and munch on cookies and milk from 5 – 8 p.m. December 19th at the P.H. Dye House Christmas party. They’re also accommodating busy parents with Last Minute Shopping hours (open till 7 p.m. December 23 and 3 p.m. December 24) stepping up with 25 percent off all toys and free gift-wrapping. 320 E. Buffalo, 414-289-0844, sprouts.com.
With everything at Aala Reed marked 20-50 percent off now through December 24, shop a feast of fashionably chic gifts, accessories and fashions for men and women. Free gift-wrapping seals the deal. 1320 E. Brady, 226-2252, aalareed@onmilwaukee.com
Just a reminder that Ess Elle Style Studio Going Out of Business in Style Sale continues. Everything, including new arrivals from Free People, Tulle and BCBGeneration is 40 percent off. 1919 E. Kenilworth Place, 414-271-3775, esselleonline.com.
And psst just a reminder…. Shoppers who signed up for store email lists are reaping the rewards. Hers sent out coupons for $25 percent off a regular priced item, 20 percent off anything on sale and $40 off the purchase of a cashmere sweater. Fred sent out a bunch good for both store and online purchases and Faye’s ‘$50 off anything your Significant Other chooses’ coupon practically guarantees guys will get gifts right.
Well pals, with that I bid you adieu until January 8, 2009. May you all enjoy a warm, relaxing holiday season full of family and fine friends, good cheer and cuisine and of course peace both within the home and beyond.
