Dan's Papers -January 9, 2009 -

Now that 2009 has officially arrived - and it sure did, everything that could go wrong so far, has - going forward is the answer. Sales are going forward, that's for sure. Let's do some New Year shopping.

A "January Jeans Event" is happening for this the entire month of January at Nancy & Co. at all three locations: Jobs Lane in Southampton, Newtown Lane in East Hampton and on Lexington Avenue in New York City. Buy one pair of jeans and get the second pair of jeans (of equal or lesser value) at 50% off! (Resort styles are not included in this deal.) Also, fall and winter merchandise is discounted up to 70% off to celebrate the New Year. This is a first time offering and it's a huge sale that shouldn't be missed.

In the Bridgehampton Commons you should step into Payless Shoe Store and take advantage of the 60% off select merchandise sale and the "Clearance Sale" of $10 and below priced items. This is a goodie. Don't pass it up.

Look for a bright and shiny sale at The Sunglass Hut, also in the Bridgehampton Commons. They are having a "Semi Annual" designer sale with up to 50% off. Now is the time to get those shades that have been on your wish list forever.

At Talbot's, also in the Commons, you will find a "winter sale" with up to 65% off select ladies clothing and accessories.

My favorite sale of the year is the "Semi-Annual Sale" at Victoria's Secret, also located in the Bridgehampton Commons. This sale includes almost everything in the store including pjs, nightshirts, robes, slippers, lingerie and so much more. Stop in and do your thing, and stock up for the entire year.

Williams-Sonoma, in the Bridgehampton Commons, is having their annual "Winter Sale," saving you up to 75% off. They have lowered their prices on over 100 items in order to offer this sale to you at their stores and online. I have been there and back twice already! This is a real goodie. Trust me on this one.

Owners Allison and Louis of Maison 24, located on Main Street in Bridgehampton, are making life easier by adding a new Web site in order to shop online at www.Maison24.com. Maison 24 is a mix of traditional and trend-setting merchandise that include home furnishings, men's and women's accessories, music, art, decorative objects, books, children's accessories, collectible toys and so much more. Whether it's a new find, a product of their very own design or bringing in something they have coveted forever, their hope is to create a unique and, above all, fun shopping experience for all who are able to join them at the first location in Bridgehampton and now via shopping on their new Web site. Stop in and see what's in the house!

At Gems of the Past on Newtown Lane you will find the last dog days of their "Closing Sale" that is still in progress. For beautiful vintage jewelry and more, this is the place to shop and the sale allows you to shop a little bit more here. Get going, when the merchandise is gone, it's gonesville!

Scoop into your pockets for the sale of the year at Scoop on Newtown Lane, East Hampton look for up to 75% off select merchandise and accessories for everyone on your belated gift list.

For one of the best after holiday sales, stop in at Around Again on the Wharf, Sag Harbor where they are celebrating their "20th year sale" with up to 80% off clothing and accessories. Look for overstock merchandise and all major designer labels including Fendi, Prada, Gucci and more. There is also vintage jewelry for ladies and men that you cannot resist. Stop in. Gayle and the staff will be more than happy to assist you. For information call 631-725-4067.

Until next week, Ciao and happy winter shopping!

Having a sale, getting new inventory, new kid on the block? Comments or questions? Please e-mail me at shoptil@danspapers.com or via fax, 631-726-0189, my readers would love to know all about it.