Holiday Gift Giving Shopping Guide
The Holiday Gift Giving Season is upon us. So you’re ready for holiday excitement. Fun, Food, Family and festivities are the beauty of the season. As well as family celebrations, it is time to think about the perfect gift for someone special.
Shop Small Business Saturday November 26th
Shop small business Saturday, November 26th. Small business Saturday is a day that was created by American Express to support small businesses nationwide.
America Recycles Day November 15th
America Recycles Day is celebrated on November 15th. The day is to stimulate support to recycle and buy recycled products. In the first place, America Recycles Day promotes economical, environmental and social benefits to encourage everyone to help create a natural environment.
Shop Small Businesses Locally
It is important to shop and support small businesses locally. Small towns and cities are losing their sense of support in a community. Because big box stores, online retailers, and off price stores are pushing businesses locally, small businesses have been impacted.
Shopping Online
Shopping online has seen tremendous growth throughout the world. More individuals, couples and families are shopping online using their computers, smartphones, and tablets. Shopping in brick and mortar stores are becoming obsolete (See my retail stores closing post).
Retail Stores Closing
Stores closing every day – big box retailers, specialty stores, and small boutiques. Retailers and Boutiques in the United States are shutting down stores regularly. Shoppers are seeing bare shelves in many retail locations.
Ten Ways Making Earth More Eco-Friendly
Earth Day Earth Day was founded in 1970 and we celebrate on April 22 in more than 192 Countries. Events are held worldwide to demonstrate support for environmental protection. The first Earth Day was effective in raising awareness about environmental issues. The public has since been involved in protecting the environment. In the 70’s, a number […]
Skeptical Female Shopper
Skeptical Female shopper is becoming the majority in their shopping habits at specialty stores and boutiques nationwide. Department Stores, Specialty Stores, and Boutiques are facing declining retail sales regularly.
Shopping Power
Shopping Power is now about the savvy Consumer who does their homework before making a purchase. With the personalization and convenience of online shopping, many individuals have not been visiting brick and mortar retailers.
Spring trends on a Budget
Spring trends on a Budget to think about adding to your wardrobe this season. When you start shopping for Spring and Summer additions it is a good idea to start with a list. Set a budget. It is important to have an idea of what you can afford to spend and try to stick with […]
Holiday Fairs
One day my Best Friend, Rose and I were tossing around some ideas on starting something fun to do together recently. She came up with the idea of renting tables at various Holiday Fairs, Festivals, and Markets.
Home Sweater Party!
Sweater rage this season as the temperatures cool down. Furthermore, last week, I ran a Home Fashion Sweater Party at my Friend’s House on a weeknight North of Boston.