Dan's Papers - May 16, 2008 - Shop 'til You Drop with Maria Tennariello

Spring is in the air for sure and the shops are filled with brand new spring and early summer inventory that is all ready kicking off the season. Let's do some shopping!

Just a reminder that Jimmy's of Westhampton Beach at 167 Main Street is presenting their 2008 Fall Trunk Show on Saturday and Sunday, May 17 and 18 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. featuring Michael Kors. For information give Betsey a call at 631-288-7000. Don't miss this one!

In Westhampton Beach at 401 Montauk Highway (and in NYC), you will find a great flagpole specialty store that has been in business since 1982 called Nautique National Flags - Flags And Flagpoles. Look for US flags, historic, national, nautical and fun flags that are in stock and ready to go. A great source for weather vanes, cupolas, windsocks, and Nautical Yardarm poles, they are also manufacturers of custom flags, banners and burgees. Call 631-288-8811.

If you are getting your house ready for guests and pests for Memorial Day weekend, Accents on West Montauk Highway in Hampton Bays is offering 15% off if you buy an outdoor furniture set before that big weekend coming up. Look for lots of beach and pool equipment, chemicals and outdoor furnishings and accessories that are just perfect for your patio or deck.

Getting ready for the Memorial Day weekend blast? Just a reminder that Hildreth's - Southampton and East Hampton is continuing their patio furniture, Stanley bedroom, and dining and occasional furniture sale saving you up to 30% off.

Hey, are you looking for an outrageous sale? Stop at Apricot Lane Fashion and Gift Boutique located at 100 Main Street in Southampton Village. The shop is offering a Career Girls Club, giving you a chance to kick off your shoes after a hard week, unwind and enjoy a glass of wine while shopping. The shop is offering 40% off all jewelry, 15% off all other items every Friday from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Stop in and catch up on gossip, news and the latest fashion trends. I must say in all the years I am writing this shopping column, this is indeed a first! Call 631-283-0482 for information.

It's springtime and Little Lucy's Canine Couture Boutique time. Located at 91 Jobs Lane in Southampton Village, look for Pooch Socials on Saturdays starting on Memorial Day weekend (Saturday, May 24), which is only two weeks away. This special social will kick off the season with a patriotic pup theme. Each Saturday between 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. will have a different theme such as Super Hero day and Fiesta day just to name a few. Complimentary refreshments will be served for you and your pooch...also the shop is fully stocked with dog needs including the all-natural flea and tick repellent shampoos, stylish airline approved carriers, summer toys, beds, festive canine couture and so much more. Call Patricia at 631-287-2352 for information.

Marder's on Snake Hollow Road in Bridgehampton is all set to go for the season with tons of annuals, perennials and houseplants as well as garden-related and non-related goodies that you won't see anywhere else. The new Garden Shop is filled to the rafters with great gifts for everyone on your list. This is a great source for unusual hostess gifts. Step into the Garden Shop and enjoy a cup of organic coffee while you shop!

I hope you are ready for the super swap (Buy and Sell), on May 17 and 18 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Main Beach Surf + Sport on Montauk Highway in Wainscott. There is also a storewide summer sale on selected clothing and accessories that is in progress and not to be missed.

Roberta Freymann, located at 66 Newtown Lane in East Hampton and in NYC, is footloose and fancy free with the new Spring 2008 collection. New merchandise has already arrived at Roberta Roller Rabbit. If you love the unusual, you will love this shop where there are lots of unique fashions and plenty of accessories.

At D.J. Hart on Main Street in Sag Harbor you will find brand new merchandise that will knock your socks off. Starting May 17 Dee will be having a sale on Asian jewelry with pieces from China, India and Thailand as well as Chinese brocade purses and jackets that are just perfect for any occasion. This shop has it all going on; you will not be disappointed in the merchandise here. There is always something for everyone. In June Dee will be showcasing beads at the beach. Love this shop! Stay tuned.

At the Tanger Outlet Center in Riverhead stop in at Barney's New York Outlet to enjoy the "summer sale" event that starts on Thursday, May 15 and will run through June 11. Think Father's Day. During this sale you can save from 50% to 70% off the original prices on men's and women's apparel, shoes and accessories. Look for new markdowns on select spring and summer styles throughout the store.

Until next week. Ciao and happy spring shopping!

If your shop is having a sale, new inventory or you are a new business or have relocated, and you want everyone to know about it, please e-mail me at shoptil@danspapers.com and at Newkids@danspapers.com or via fax at: 631-726-0189. I would love to hear all about it!