Dan's Papers - June 13, 2008 - Shop 'til You Drop with Maria Tennariello

Well, the hot days of summer have arrived. The heat brought a thunderstorm on Sunday afternoon, about which my daughter Michele said, "It was something, I have never seen anything like it before," and we have been living in Sag Harbor for 25 years. Where was I when it blew through? In Kmart, and we missed the entire storm. John and I heard the thunder and lightning, the lights went out and the registers went down, but shoppers stayed put and continued shopping, waited for the registers to boot up, checked out, and went on their merry way. Everything calmed in 30 minutes and home we went. Let's shop!

Make sure you head for Jimmy's, 176 Main Street in Westhampton Beach this weekend, June 13 and 14 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. for the fall 2008 evening wear Reem Acra Trunk Show. Not to be missed, give a call for more information at (631) 288-7000.

Hot off the press: Apricot Lane, located at 100 Main Street in Southampton, will be hosting a trunk show on Saturday, July 12. Vida Activa, a high-end Brazilian active wear line (that's usually only available in better gyms, spas, and body culture locations), will be presenting their line for sale at an introductory discount for one day only at Apricot Lane. You can preview a few of their items if you log onto apricotlaneusa.com/southampton.

For me, this is the coolest sale. The color purple is my very favorite color and almost everything in my home is violet, lavender, or purple. No kidding! Bellhaus, a brand new luxurious lifestyle boutique located at 328 Montauk Highway in Wainscott, is having a purple sale with 30% off clothing and accessories that started June 6.

Do not pass up G.H. Bass & Company, located in the Amagansett Square. The store has just had a major face-lift, and is all ready to strut its stuff for spring and summer. It's offering shoppers a cool 40% off almost everything in the entire store. Also, for the grand re-opening, use the 20% off a single item coupon in Dan's Papers that will run through September 1. Get going - the shoes, bags, and accessories will be gone before you know it.

The Atlantic Skin & Laser Center, 530 Montauk Highway Suite 101 in Amagansett, will be getting your body "beach ready" with three new summer packages. Each package includes Mystic Tan sessions, a UV-free tanning booth that uses a touch-free, spray-on tanning technique to create an even, natural-looking tan within hours that lasts about a week. Then choose laser hair removal for your underarms or bikini line, or eyelash extensions. There are several price/packages available. Call 631-267-9800 for information and appointments. The Center is open Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (by appointment only).

Shop for a cause at Donna Karan's new Sag Harbor store Urban Zen on Bay Street. It is a new expression of retail, which was created with the purpose of supporting the Urban Zen Foundation. Don't miss the two day only debut of children's designer Bonnie Young's Spring Collection on Saturday and Sunday, June 14, and 15 all day. A portion of all the proceeds will benefit the Urban Zen Foundation, a public charity dedicated to promoting well-being, empowering children and preserving cultures. Call (631) 725-6176 for information.

While you are strolling through Sag Harbor, stop and shop at the Headley Studio at 40 Madison Street for a pre-summer sale saving you 50% off all home furnishings, including bureaus, kitchen cabinets, dressing tables, bathroom accessories, stools, benches, six foot mirrors, kids' trunks, bookcases, and so much more. This sale will run through June 22. Headley Studio is open daily from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., or call (631) 725-1194 for an appointment.

The Whalebone General Store on Noyac Road in Sag Harbor is off and running for the summer season, and has a whole lot to offer. The shop is filled to its rafters with outstanding, unique, and eclectic merchandise for every occasion and budget. On your way to the beach, you might want to stop in for a float, raft, or swimmies. The new boutique section of the store has many hostess with the mostess gifts, home accessories, souvenirs, and so much more. Stop in and see for yourself!

Until next week, ciao and happy summer 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: Newkids@danspapers.com or via fax at: (631) 726-0189. I would love to hear all about it!