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Black Friday in Phoenix: So many ways to save
So, not only is Friday the infamous (famous?) Black Friday — day of deals, lines, crazy pre-holiday crowds — it is also the start of Local First’s Buy Local week (Nov. 26 – Dec. 5 ).
- Check out Local First deals from Frances, Smeeks, Urban Beans, Duck & Decanter and more…
- Jackalope Ranch’s guide to local Black Friday shopping
- Azcentral.com gives their suggestions for mall and local stores
- Black Friday ads from Target, Walmart, Costco, Best Buy and more…
- 50% off at Gap until 10 a.m.
- Download a list of local stores and their Black Friday opening/closing times
MY TIPS FOR BLACK FRIDAY
- Do your homework first
Do your eyes tend to glaze over when you see a 50% off sign? Make sure you don’t buy for buying sake by making a list of what you want/need — and stick to it!
- Is it really a deal?
My dad has a closet full of “amazing deals” he’s purchased over the years — and never worn. “But it’s Ralph and it was 50% off 75%!” he’ll say. It’s still $10 that could have been put toward something that isn’t just taking up room in your closet.
- Dress for the task at hand
Don’t put on your cutest outfit and heels to traverse the mall. You’ll want to wear something that’ll be comfy to walk (or run) the length of the mall — and easy to change in and out of. The name of the game on Black Friday is speed!
ONLINE DEALS
- Alloy
Everything is on sale plus an additional 15% off with coupon code AF15A. Ends Sunday.
- All Saints
25% off online.
- Banana Republic
25% off entire purchase through Sunday, November 28th using coupon code BRTHANKS.
- Couture Candy
20% off entire purchase with coupon code THANKS.
- Ebags
Take an extra 25% off plus free shipping on orders over $100 with code LINKBFCM25 from November 26-29.
- Le Train Bleu
Save 30% off your order through December 1st with coupon code Thanksgiving.
- Lulus.com
15% off entire site from November 23 – 27 with coupon code BLKFRIDAY.
- Madewell
30% off selected shoes & boots through Sunday, November 28th.
- Nine West
50% off Thanksgiving specials.
- Nordstrom
50% off selected items.
- Palmer Cash
20% off site through Black Friday with coupon code TURKEY.
- Scarpasa
50% off sitewide, now through Sunday, November 28th with coupon code Friday2010.
- Shopbop
Take $50 off orders of $250+, $100 off orders $500+ and on and on and on.
Phoenix Things to do: November 6-8
The weather’s cooling down, and our event calendar is heating up! There are so many things to do this weekend like…
FRIDAY
New Year’s in November @ Sutra Yoga
Join Sutra Yoga in celebrating their new expansion with live music, treats and prizes. If you’re interested in yoga, they’re offering a one-day-only deal of $99 for 2 month unlimited yoga.
Sutra Yoga
2317 N. 7th St.
Phoenix, AZ 85006
6 – 9 p.m.
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Blissfest Vintage Western Masquerade @ Domestic Bliss
Enjoy dancing, costumes, fashion shows and shopping…all with a vintage western theme. Inspirational blogger, Stephanie Nielson and her husband will be special guests of the evening.
Domestic Bliss
166 W. Main St.
Mesa, AZ
6 – 10 p.m.
$10 donation or free if you’re dressed in western-wear
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Finger Knitting Class @ Frances
Spend Fridays night quenching your creative spirit with a variety of classes at cool-stuff boutique, Frances. First in line, finger knitting.
Frances
10 W. Camelback Rd.
Phoenix, AZ
(602) 279-5467
6 – 8 p.m.
$40
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Scottsdale Fashion After Party @ Mondrian Scottsdale
If you like getting dressed up, sipping glamorous cocktails and hanging out with pretty people, but don’t really care about the already-available-in-the-mall fashions, then hit Mondrian’s Red Bar for the Scottsdale Fashion Week after-party sponsored by Phoenix Art Museum’s Arizona Costume Institute’s new younger chapter, ACI Nouveau.
Mondrian Scottsdale
7353 E. Indian School Rd.
Scottsdale, AZ
(480) 308-1100, mondrianscottsdale.com.
10 p.m. – midnight
SATURDAY
Certified Local Fall Festival @ Duck and Decanter
Support local businesses and get a jump-start on your holiday shopping at this local shopping bonanza. Shop Phoenix faves like Frances, Smeeks, La Grande Orange, Urban Cookies, Desert Song Yoga and tons more.
Duck and Decanter
1651 E. Camelback Rd.
Phoenix, AZ 85016
Located behind the Sports Authority and Copenhagen shopping areas
10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
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Blissfest Market @ Domestic Bliss
Shopping, artists & vintage finds and more.
Domestic Bliss
166 W. Main St.
Mesa, AZ
10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
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Crafty Chica products @ Michael’s
Our favorite local artist has a new set of glittery gear to decorate and inspire. Check out her new line at a participating Michael’s.
SUNDAY
Benefit for Cenpho.tv @ Stinkweeds
Local website Cenpho.tv recently became the victim of theft when their office was burglarized and their filming equipment stolen. Visit Stinkweeds, listen to a host of local bands, and donate a few dollars to help a local resource get back on its feet.
Stinkweeds Records
12 W. Camelback Rd.
Phoenix, AZ 85013
4 p.m.
$3 donation
