Dan's Papers - February 22, 2008 - Shop 'til You Drop with Maria Tennariello

Now that Valentine's Day is over, the stores are gearing toward Easter/Spring merchandise. The shelves are filled with colorful items that will surely brighten your day. While taking a stroll through Southampton after a doctor's appointment, I couldn't help but check out all the sales going on there, so I am devoting this entire column to Southampton shopping.

Kim & Me on Main Street in Southampton is having an early spring sale with 30% off select merchandise. There is quite a selection of adorable children's dresses, shoes and plenty of accessories. In the mix are Queen Bee, Chipie, Firefly Vintage, Psketti, Tea, and so much more. A great place to shop for that special Easter bonnet.

Don't forget to stop in at Hildreth's on Main Street in Southampton and Pantigo Road in East Hampton for their absolute lowest prices of the year. This sale will save you 40% off all teak and wicker currently in stock. Get your home ready for the busy upcoming spring/summer season in your backyard - don't laugh, it's almost here!

Nearby at Hatchlings, also on Main Street in Southampton, look for luxury in children's clothing. There are special silver gifts for the little ones on your gift-giving list. There is a sale going on, so stop in and check it out.

Brambles on Main Street in Southampton is having a 40% off sale on Baker Furniture. There is much to see here. Look for a nice selection of rugs, furnishings and accessories.

Renaissance on Main Street in Southampton is a great source for contemporary clothing, gifts and unique jewelry. If romance is in the air, this is the place to shop. Look for the sale rack that holds no punches - it is filled with very special buys.

Marie Chantell is causing quite a commotion with the 70% off sale that is in progress right now. Located on Main Street in Southampton, there is plenty to choose from in fine and luxurious clothing and accessories for the fussy woman.

Nancy & Co. is sitting pretty on Main Street in Southampton with a sale that will save you from 30% to 75% off select merchandise. Look for fabulous fashions and accessories for women of all ages. Now that's a heck of a sale!

On Jobs Lane in Southampton at Calypso look for a blowout sale with 20% to 80% off on select fashions, jewelry and accessories. This shop fits everyone's fancy and pocketbook and the sale is an added bonus. There are great styles for everyone at every age here. Go for it!

Apricot Lane, located at the corner of Main Street and Hampton Road, is also having a sale on select merchandise that will absolutely bring attention to you when you stroll down Main Street. Look for great ladies fashions and accessories, for all occasions.

There are sales in progress at both J. McLaughlin stores on Jobs Lane in Southampton, on ladies and mens clothing and accessories. It's their "final markdown sale" so get going while the best picks are still there.

At TC Mens & Womens Wear, also on Jobs Lane, look for a fantastic sale on just that - men's and women's clothing and accessories at 50% off.

Right next door to the Lilly Pulitzer Signature Store is Splash of Pink where you will find a complete line of women's, men's and children's clothing, shoes and accessories that will knock your socks off. You will find kid's sizes from six months to age sixteen. The men's selections include bathing suits, polos and shorts just perfect for that getaway this time of year. The sale reflects a cool 60% to 70% off select merchandise.

Aunt Suzie's Clothes For Kids on Hampton Road in Southampton is having a sale just in time for the upcoming spring season. In Southampton almost 25 years, this cute children's boutique specializes in small town shopping for your little darling girls, boys, babies clothing and accessories. Look for a sale that is in progress right now. You will love this little shop of fine clothing for kids.

At Rumrunner on Hampton Road in Southampton there is a bedding sale going on right now. This shop offers an amazing selection of indoor and outdoor furniture that includes fine special collections such as Shabby Chic, Cavendish Watson Plantation Teak, Rachel Ashwell, Dino Mark Anthony, Southcone Trading Co, just to name a few. And they deliver anywhere in the United States. Log onto their website www.rumrunnerhome.com.

Until next week. Ciao and happy end of winter 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 and at Newkids@danspapers.com or via fax at (631) 726-0189. I would love to hear all about it!