Shop 'til You Drop... With Maria Tennariello

I see hints of autumn appearing on the treetops and in the morning, the cool fall breezes start off the day. It's amazing how summer flew by and the stores are slowly filling their shelves with Halloween costumes and fall fashions, replacing the beach chairs, umbrellas and beachwear. Let's kick off this week with some fall shopping!

Let's start with shoes, shoes and more shoes that are currently on sale at 50% off at The Shoe Vixen's annual summer shoe sale, located at 487 Montauk Highway in East Quogue. This is the sale we have been waiting for, so get going while the supply lasts...I'm there!

Hampton Interiors, Inc. at 471 Montauk Highway in East Quogue, offers the same service and attention that you found at the Southampton and Riverhead locations. Hampton Interiors are the manufacturers of fine upholstered furniture and currently has a full line of wall upholstery, balloon shades, Roman shades, cornices, soft valences, cushions, shades, duettes, silhouettes, luminette, wood blinds, shutters and, of course, reupholstery. Give them a call at (631) 653-3900 for more information.

Windows & Walls Unlimited on County Road 39 in Southampton is having a big sale on Hunter Douglas products, drapery, slipcovers and cushions. Give Linda and Paul a call for more details at (631) 287-1515.

Bridgehampton's Country Gear Ltd. is filling the store with lots of new inventory that includes furnishings, lighting and accessories. You will be surprised when you step into this beautifully decorated shop to see pieces imported from Italy that will look absolutely smashing in your home!

Right across the street at B. Glorioso's new location, 2405 Main Street in Bridgehampton, you will step into an all- summer stock sale saving you up to 70% off ladies clothing and accessories. There are new fall fashions arriving weekly that include cocktail dresses, sweaters, t-shirts, hats, handbags, workout clothing and let's not forget owner Benita's handmade jewelry and specialty bridal and wedding party jewelry, that will knock your socks off.

Nearby at Blue Provence, also on Main Street in Bridgehampton, you will find bowls for every occasion. That's right, there are sugar bowls, soup bowls, French style breakfast bowls, rice, salad, cereal and pasta bowls, fiesta, batter, punch, mixing and even fish bowls. All of the above can be ceramic, pottery, wood, glass, brass, copper, silver, tin, wooden, bisque, enameled, wire and papier maché. Stop in and see for yourself.

At Beviamo Fine Italian Gifts, 2415 Main Street, Bridgehampton, look for exquisite style and quality of casual and elegant Italian lifestyle merchandise. There is Murano art glass, Tuscan crystal, decanters, vases, stemware, Tutti Giorni-everyday, break resistant crystal wine glasses and Busatti linens that are hand woven on shuttle looms in Tuscany. Take a little trip to Italy in Bridge!

Look for the grand opening of the newest location of White's East Hampton on Main Street, which is featuring a Clinique bonus of All About Eyes Rich, a new solution for dark circles and puffy puffs. Any Clinique purchase of $21.50 or more affords you this bonus. Stop in to see a complete line of products available with this special deal.

Now that we have all done the art show circuit this summer, I'm sure it's time to do some framing of those prints and special photographs that we have snapped. Stop in at V J S Studio, located at 24 Gingerbread Lane in East Hampton, for custom picture framing. A large selection of frames are available in gold leaf, traditional, one-of-a-kinds and more. Not to mention the friendly, knowledgeable service that you will get.

In Home on Main Street in Sag Harbor Village is a great source for fine furnishings, lighting and gifts for every occasion. The store is filled to the rafters, even on the second floor, with unique and comfy furniture in so many different styles and colors...new inventory keeps arriving so check in to find out what's new!

ON THE NORTH FORK: At 1670 Furniture House on Route 48 in Southold, look for the special handcrafted in New York State, Harden solid cherry furniture that is on sale and available in a wide selection of finishes. Interior design and window treatments are available for every room in the house. Open daily, except Wednesday, from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 5 p.m.

One of my favorites in Jamesport, Gloria Jewel, located at 1560 Main Street, has extended their special 20% off sale on denim throughout the month of September. Look for great ladies fashions and accessories and stock up for fall.

Until next week, ciao and happy end-of-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 shoptil@danspapers.com or via fax at (631) 537-6755. I would love to hear all about it!

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