For many of us, Black Friday has always been a big deal (literally). In an interview with Betway Insider, retail expert, Bob Phibbs, explains that we have 1960s Philadelphia to thank for that. Apparently, that is when and where holiday shoppers were first able to enjoy Black Friday. “The streets and department stores of downtown Philadelphia were mobbed,” Phibbs says to … [Read more...] about How to Enjoy Black Friday
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Avoid the Shipping, Supply-Chain Crunch
If you haven't completed your holiday gift shopping, you're screwed. Limited product supplies and slow-as-molasses shipping delays are threatening the joy of the holidays. Retail experts are constantly reporting on a looming shipping, supply-chain crunch. If you have not taken measures to avoid it, I have some ideas for you to start now. Shop In-Store Give up on online … [Read more...] about Avoid the Shipping, Supply-Chain Crunch
L’OCCITANE Opens Holiday Pop-Up Shop in Las Vegas
Celebrate the holidays with L’OCCITANE and their first-ever Las Vegas Pop-Up Shop at The Forum Shops at Caesars. Opening today, November 1, 2018, the L’OCCITANE Pop-Up Shop is your one-stop destination for radiant beauty products including skincare, body care, and hand care products. Spread holiday cheer with ready-to-gift packaging and stocking stuffers. The L’OCCITANE … [Read more...] about L’OCCITANE Opens Holiday Pop-Up Shop in Las Vegas
9 Tips for Surviving the Holidays Alone
This is a difficult post for me to write, mainly because even though I'm single and not in a relationship, I don't suffer from sadness or loneliness, not even during the holidays. However, most single people do. It's a fact that depression increases during the holidays. And single people, especially, seem to struggle during this time of the year. I don't. So, who better to … [Read more...] about 9 Tips for Surviving the Holidays Alone
Black Friday 2017
How we shop the day after Thanksgiving is not what it used to be. Online shopping is taking over and Black Friday 2017 is destined to exemplify that. Here are some things to keep in mind as you prepare for your holiday gift shopping and dealing with Black Friday. Some retailers have already begun their Black Friday deals. That's the glory of eCommerce, isn't it? Why put … [Read more...] about Black Friday 2017
Turn Your Loose Change into No Fee eGift Cards! Here’s How
The holidays are expensive. There are parties to attend, goodies to make (and ingredients to purchase), gifts and fancy outfits to buy, presents to ship, and not to mention the travel. Wow. It really adds up, doesn't it? That's why during the holiday season, average people like you and I try to find the best ways to save and ease the burden of expenses. We clip coupons, take … [Read more...] about Turn Your Loose Change into No Fee eGift Cards! Here’s How
Bright Eyes for the Holidays
“We have all heard the saying ‘eyes are the windows to our soul’ which I believe wholeheartedly,” says Shannon Liberty, skincare expert and owner of Shannon’s Serendipity Skincare. “But what if our eyes don't reflect the way we feel inside? No one wants to hear ‘you look tired’ when we aren't! Tired eyes makes us look older, no doubt about it.” The skin around the eyes is … [Read more...] about Bright Eyes for the Holidays