By Cate Jensen
This Friday marks the biggest shopping day of the year. For those who know and love Old Town Alexandria you might know about these steals but if you don’t, we are here to provide you with the ultimate guide on Small is the New Black Friday. We are in the know of where to go, how to get there, and to look good doing it.
Where to Go
1) Current Boutique: 30% off entire purchase for the early birds from 6–8 a.m., 20% off entire purchase all day.
2 ) Bellacara: 20% off 6-8 a.m., 15% off 8 – 10 a.m., 10% off 10 a.m.– 6 p.m.
3) Bloomers: Opening at 8 a.m. instead of 11 a.m., offering 20% off entire purchase.
4) Bishop Boutique: 30% off from 6-8 a.m. with call-in orders available for those shoppers who aren’t morning people. Finally, 20% off for the rest of the day, 8 a.m.– 8 p.m.
5) Mint Condition: 20: off from 8–10 a.m, 10% off from 10 a.m. till closing. Fall refreshments will be served to customers
6) 529 Kids Consign: 20% off of retail gifts, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m., 10% off 12 – 6 p.m., 50% off Fall and Winter Sale items
7) Hysteria: 30% off 6 – 8 a.m., 20% off 8– 10 a.m. , 10% off , 10 a.m.– 7 p.m
8) The Shoe Hive: 30% off 6 – 8 a.m., 20% off 8 – 10 a.m. , 10% off , 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
9) She’s Unique: 30% off 6 – 8 a.m., 20% off 8 – 10 a.m. , 10% off , 10 a.m. – 9 p.m.
10) Coco Blanca: 30% off 6 – 8 a.m. , 20% off 8 – 10 a.m. , 10% off , 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
11) Duchess M: 30% off 6 – 8 a.m., 20% off 8 – 10 a.m. , 10% off , 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
What to Wear
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Just because it is frigid doesn’t mean you can’t be stylish while up and down King Street. Here are some great local finds to wear for help keep you stylish during Black Friday experience.
Where to Eat
Don’t forget to start your day off right with “The Breakfast of Champions” starting at 5:30 a.m. right out front of the Old Town Theater, brought to you by Bittersweet, Bishop Boutique and Duchess M before making the rounds. If you aren’t an early bird here are some other local places to grab a bite during the day.
For a quick snack: Alexandria Cupcake, 1022 King Street
For lunch/dinner: Virtue Grain & Feed, 106 S Union St (at King Street)
For dinner (post shopping): Flying Fish, 815 King Street
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