Dan's Papers - October 12, 2007 -Shop 'til You Drop... With Maria Tennariello

While I was at the beach this weekend, I couldn't help but think of all the stores displaying not only Thanksgiving merchandise, but Christmas and holiday merchandise as well...Kmart wins the prize on that one, as the store is filled with Halloween costumes and accessories, Christmas trees, lights, reindeer displays - you name it, it's there. And shoppers are actually buying early this year. Let's do some shopping!

Congratulations to all the shops and stores that won Dan's Papers "Best of the Best" awards this year. And I would like to thank all my readers who voted me "Best Columnist" this year. This is my 13th year writing this column for Dan's Papers, and I enjoyed every shopping experience and the reporting I did on them.

Once Upon A Time In The Hamptons, located at 485 Montauk Highway in East Quogue (next to the Shoe Vixen), will be donating a portion of the proceeds on every sale to the South fork Breast Health Coalition for breast cancer awareness during the month of October. The shop has plenty of fall and winter inventory to choose from, including vintage, home and accessories.

Get yourself in shape before you pack on the pounds eating your way through the holiday season at Gym Source on Windmill Lane in Southampton. There is a fitness equipment clearance extravaganza happening that will save you up to $2,500 off the latest fitness equipment (not combined with any other offers), 30% off the new Cybex residential ARC Trainer and floor models and demos are reduced drastically. Visit www.gymsource.com for more information.

Black Swan Antiques, "Best of the Best" winner this year, has a tremendous amount of new inventory in a very large newly added space on Hampton Road in Southampton. There is something for everyone here and the service is amazing. Shop seven days a week here and have a really enjoyable experience.

One of my favorites for casual and comfy cottage furniture and accessories Casual Home, nicely located in the Home Furnishing Center at 375 County Road 39 in Southampton and winner of the "Best of the Best" again this year, has it all going on, as usual...Check out the new inventory that is arriving just in time for a re-do this holiday season that is right around the corner. This is a no hassle establishment and I love everything in the store, not kidding! And the best part, it's really affordable.

While the summer season winds down and fall has begun, Waterstone Pottery at 76 Mariner Drive (631-283-5747) in Southampton is celebrating their giant end of season sale and is planning to move to another location by the spring 2008...All pottery must go at cost or below. There are savings from 50 to 70% off all the pottery and great deals on cement, terracotta, fiberglass, metal and glazed items. Don't pass up the 26" double wall fiberglass containers in yellow, green and blue, they are spectacular! This is a one-time deal, so get going, there is plenty to choose from. I will keep you posted on the move...

Go West! Western Outlet located on Montauk Highway in Water Mill has great western clothing and boots for men and women. Stop in and check out the new arrivals and walk out singing "These boots are made for walking!" If you love the Western fashion look, look no further than Water Mill.

Brand new collections have arrived at Loaves & Fishes Cookshop on Main Street in Bridgehampton, all ready to go for upcoming holiday season entertaining and gift giving. Stop in and see what has just arrived and you should know that the gift registry is now available.

In Sag Harbor Village at Around Again located on the Long Wharf, check out new arrivals for the fall/winter season. Look for men's and women's wear, junior fashions, intimates, furs, handbags, shoes, jewelry, accessories and trendy new designer vintage. Vintage seems to be the most sought after shopping favorite this year.

ON THE NORTH FORK: Enjoy the end of summer sale at the 1670 House on Route 48 in Southold where there are over twelve fully decorated rooms on display and friendly, warm and personal service for your shopping pleasure. Stop by and browse brand names that include Harden, Sherrill, Barcalounger, Nichols and Stone, Lexington, Chelsea Home, Decorative Crafts, McKinley Leather, Main House, just to name a few.

Until next week. Ciao and happy early fall shopping!

If your shop is having a sale, has new inventory or if 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 Newkids@danspapers.com or via fax at 631-537-6755. I would love to hear all about it!