Dans Papers - June 8, 2007 - Shop 'Til You Drop

The weather has been just about perfect and as I drove to Sag Harbor, I noticed the beach was almost filled to capacity. Then I drove over the bridge and saw that the village was almost filled to capacity. Where did everyone come from? Who cares? Let's shop!

On Noyac Road in Sag Harbor at the Whalebone General Store, you will be ready to enjoy the beaches, pools, parties and more with the collection of gidgy-gadgy fun stuff including floats, pool and beach toys, beach chairs, flowers, t-shirts and eclectic giftware for the hostess with the mostest! I found the cutest little, colorful, beaded key chains called "Wac-a-doo-dles" that are handmade by a local. I just had to scoop up a few to give as gifts to my favorite people. Also look for greeting cards, souvenirs, games, lamps and lighting, gifts and more than you can imagine under one cute little roof. And don't pass by the flower garden where Linda has hanging and potted plants for every occasion.

At Accents Backyard Essentials By J. Tortorella, retail store on Montauk Highway in Hampton Bays check out the Spa-Tacular Tent Sale that will be happening from Thursday, June 7 through Sunday, June 10 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. You will enjoy the free giveaways and great summer savings on the latest spas.

Heading over to Southampton, I stopped at the original Hildreth's on Main Street to check out the 30% off on all Stanley Furniture including bedroom, dining and occasional and special orders. The "My Haven" collection is available in twenty colors, which makes choosing a color that fits and fills your space easy as pie.

Then I stopped at Casual Home on County Road 39 in Southampton, just to take a look at what is new there, which I usually do, and see what the sale is about. If you are looking for affordable furniture and accessories this is the place, and while you are shopping there is a bonus - No Tax Sale. There is plenty to choose from here, including bedroom, dining room, living room, children's room furniture and accessories.

Stop in at Patio.com on Montauk Highway in Southampton for a fantastic Father's Day Sale that is in progress. This sale will save you up to 40% on all the teak collections - a perfect family gift to dad. There are also sales on grills, hammocks, fire pits, bars and much more, so get going...

The Bridgehampton Commons is home to many of us as far as shopping is concerned. After all, it's the only game in town, with a great group of stores and plenty of parking. I stopped in Victoria's Secret for their semi-annual sale and filled up a basket full of cute tops, undies and accessories at 50% off. My girls will be thrilled when I dump the entire bag on the table and say, "let's shop."

At TJ Maxx, in the Bridgehampton Commons, you can see that the store is gearing towards Father's Day merchandise, which is right around the corner. There are brand name apparel and high performance gear for up to 50% less than pro shops and sporting goods store prices. Look for pro-golf brands, bags, golf balls, apparel, gifts and so much more...what a nice thoughtful gift for Dad!

Country Gear on Main Street in Bridgehampton is having their summer inventory clearance sale on both outdoor and indoor items. The Loom Italia merchandise and many other old pine, painted and walnut items are also on sale at a significant discount. The sale continues through the summer in the Garden and Basement. Open 7 days from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

At Rumrunner Home on Main Street in East Hampton, look for a solid teak sale just in time to spruce up your patio or deck. Stop in and browse the full line of Cavendish Watson Plantation Teak that is available exclusively here. The teak sun loungers are also reduced from 499 to $399 and add a cushion for $125. Don't forget Rumrunner Home is also opened on Hampton Road in Southampton.

At the Polo Country Store on Main Street in East Hampton and at Ralph Lauren on Jobs Lane in Southampton, you can shop for dad for sure. I picked up a few great Polo shirts for my boys on their special day, in my favorite color purple. Until next week, Ciao and happy summer shopping!

If your shop is having a sale, has new inventory, if you are a new business or have relocated, and want everyone to know about it, please e-mail me at shoptil@danspapers.com and newkids@danspapers.com or via fax at 631-537-6755. I would love to hear all about it!