by Cameron Rudder

In case you missed it, E Martini has moved! Not to worry…they’re just across from Capitol in a brighter new space that suits them well.

If you’re planning an island Christmas, or happen to get a surprise vacation for your gift this year, E Martini has some beautiful new swimsuits in for your sunny get-away.

So, what has moved into the previous E Martini space?

A Bruce Julian menswear & furnishings Pop Up Shop.  The owner of Bruce Julian sums it up by saying “Everything I love in life is here at the store.”  Originally located on Providence Road, this men’s store now has a Pop Up shop conveniently located in Morrison for the Holidays.  Right across from Earth Fare and next to winestore.

The Bruce Julian Pop Up Shop is offering suits at two price points: 2 for $595 or 2 for $995.   Filled with jackets, suits, scarves, dress shirts, messenger bags and great small accessories, this store has something for every Man on your list this Christmas.

Dapper Plaid Jacket - $295

Messenger Bags for $195 and Scarves for $55 (with a few marked 2 for 1)!

Dashing Charcoal Top Coat - $312

If you need a few small gift ideas, we loved these two for stocking stuffers.  And did I mention there is wine and beer to sip while shopping?

Powerstays for Dress Shirt Collars - $40.00

Demitri’s Bloody Mary Seasoning - $9.95

While you’re at Bruce Julian, be sure to stop by The Winestore next door for this amazing deal:  2006 Falcor “Le Bijou”  Winestore’s Price: is $24.99 (net)  SAVE 44% over the winery price.

Falcor has a cult-like following in Charlotte, and for good reason…the wines are amazing. Given it is the Holiday Season, and in the retail business the Holiday Season means “lets break out some of our best deals”, winestore tells us they are super psyched to be able to offer you the 2006 Falcor “Le Bijou” Bordeaux Blend for only $25. This blend of Cabernet, Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Petit Verdot is sure to please, and may just be the bottle you were looking for to send the boss, or that wine lover in your family who has tried everything (but maybe not this!!).

Bah humbug indeed. Hotham in the Morrison shops announced it is closing. Discounts start this week – everything in the store is 20-30% off.

Here’s what we know about stores staying open longer during the season and / or open for Sunday shopping. (more…)

Winning!  Starting at 10 am when they open their doors, Guliani’s Fine Jewelry in Blakeney will give the first 50 people through their doors a $150 gift certificate to use on holiday shopping at Guliani’s.  Now that’s a deal you can be happy about!  Find them on FACEBOOK here and check out our recent post on their gorgeous diamond pendants here.

This Friday, 11/18 and Saturday 11/19, you’ll get 20% off everything you buy in store at Bedside Manor. (in store & reg prices only).

Bedside Manor SALE with 20% OFF EVERYTHING this Fri & Sat 11/18 & 11/19

Bedside Manor is a home goods and gifts shop in The Specialty Shops on the Park – on Morrison across from the Macy’s side of South Park Mall.  (They used to be in Phillips Place but moved a while ago).

They carry luxury sheets and gorgeous bedding, and absolutely lovely pillows, lamps, furniture and table top.  But this time of year, we love to shop Bedside Manor for their GIFTS selection – perfect presents, hostess and thank you gifts.  They’ve brought in lots of gift items, over 40, priced at $25 or below just for the holiday season.  This weekend 20% off sale is your signal to head over there, stock up and save on gifts, decor and scented candles by Nest, Illume, Et Al, Aquiessence, Voluspa, Lollia, and Seda France.  AND Bedside Manor offers complimentary gift wrap.  Get. It. Done.

Pics below of a few hostess gift ideas under $25 we liked: (more…)

Join the girls in the newly opened Boulevard at South End for a Friends & Family night on Thursday, November 17 from 6-9 pm.
You can see and shop a few of your favorites from the NoDa location such as ManTown, Meow & Fetch, Natural Luxe, Clover Leaf Creations, Green Market Girl and Uptown Uniques, along with new shops & vendors including Mere Jewelry, Moondoonie, Pretty Bird Papers and Marthe Pinaire.

That night, Vault Denim Charlotte will host a private trunk show – current designer denim at up to 50% off.

Swing by to see the new shop and enjoy a glass of wine from Common Market, along cold beer, munchies and of course shopping.

The Boulevard at South End has parking in a lot on Summit Street behind the store.  You can find them on Facebook here. (more…)

Annie Griffin is a newly found favorite designer of ours – only carried at CORAL in Dilworth.  Fresh, silky pieces, with an understated elegance and mostly in solid colors so you can wear them with anything, to anything.   (more…)

Beginning Friday, October 21, through Sunday, October 23, The Limited will host a grand opening celebration by offering 40% off everything, including the latest fall fashions. A percentage of the proceeds from the three-day event will be donated to the Ronald McDonald House of Charlotte.