A Brighter Black Friday…
We’re now officially two days away from what most people think of as the busiest shopping day of the year. I’m not entirely sure if that’s accurate, but I wouldn’t be surprised. With big name stores opening doors as early as 6am with insane sales, shoppers go so far as to line up in the middle of the night to compete with each other for first pick on the season’s sales. It can get nutty and insane and I’m not sure it’s something in which I’d ever like to participate. Did you hear about the Walmart incident from last year… Is the $10 you save really worth someone getting trampled? Yikes.
Anyway, I’ve never been one for huge crowds. I lived in NY for 10 years and never went to Times Sqaure for New Year’s Eve. I actually tried to avoid the entire area as much as possible. On Sunday evening, I found myself getting slightly anxious while shuffling out of Gillette Stadium with 1000s of other sports fans. It’s not that I’m any type of phobic, I just like having my space. I certainly don’t enjoy shopping under pressure. So, while millions of people will be lining up to fight each other for the best sale on Friday, I’ll probably be cozy-ing up on my couch with a good movie and prepping my kitchen for a little pasta-making. That said, I’ve got a few recommendations. Good gift spots… browsing spots… lazy Sunday afternoon spots… Support your local business spots. There will be many more posts like these, and I hope to spend a little more time with shop and designer spotlights, but this is to get us started with this heavy shopping season!
For Gifts:
** Eli Phant :: 253 Congress Street, Portland ME
Felt Wine Rack - $40
Clouds Pouch - $14
Wood Candle Holder - $24
** Ferdindand :: 243 Congress Street, Portland ME
Griffin T-Shirt - $24
Gorilla Onesie - $16
The Dream and Scheme Notebooks - $10 each
** Blanche and Mimi :: 184 Middle Street, Portland ME
Graphic Aprons - $28 each
Orla Kiely bags - $158-$215
Travel soaps and creams - $2-$4.50
For Antiques:
** My Sister’s Garage :: 1328 Roosevelt Trail
Naples, ME
Vintage Canister Set - $36
Victorian Sideboard - $195
Strawberry Sister Sac - $45
Marina, Vintage Sewing Bust - $145
** Wild Plum :: 1253 Roosevelt Trail
Naples, ME
THE VERY LAST WEEKEND!! Wild Plum closes it’s doors on Nov. 29. Make sure to pop by this weekend for some great deals on old treasures. I bought 3 bookshelves there for my new place. Tracy is fabulous and her taste is impeccable!
For Fashion:
** Bliss :: 58 Exchange Street, Portland ME
My go-to spot for jeans!!
** Zane :: 41 Exchange Street, Portland ME
William Rast Ultra Low Savoy Trouser - $220
See by Chloe Embroidered Dress - $540
Seychelles Pumps - $90
** Rogue’s Gallery :: 41 Wharf Street, Portland ME
Thunder Bay Bag - $298
Kent Sweater - $199
Fisherman’s Scarf - $64
For your tastebuds:
** Homegrown Herb & Tea :: 195 Congress Street, Portland ME
Teas!!
Pitta Plunge - A deliciously cooling blend of spearmint, peppermint, rose petals and lime peel. $18.50/6 oz.
China Congo Rose - the perfect balance between the delicate taste of rose and the bold, masculine aroma of late season black tea. $8.75/4 oz
The Flower Child - jasmine flowers, rose petals, lavender flowers and lemongras. $21.50/6 oz.
** Dean’s Sweets :: 82 Middle Street, Portland ME
Truffles - $17.50 for an 8 piece box, $27.50 for a 16 piece box.
Enjoy!!
Erin | Portland, Things I Love