Earlier this week, I offered up a few creative ideas for GIVING BACK this holiday season.
One very informative and fabulous SENSECHARLESTON reader posted a suggestion of her own:
is a prepaid gift card that enables the recipient to donate 10% of the total value to a charity of their choice, selected from a long, loooong list of important causes.
SO - the beauty of this gift is that everybody GIVES!
And, for those of you who might get one of these rockin' givin'backgiftcards this year,
or if you just CAN'T resist the urge,
here's a list of local musts where you can shop and spend to your heart's fluttering delight!
(Call me if you hit up Lesesne - it's one of my favorites!)
KING STREET SHOPPING SURIVIVAL GUIDE
1. Start at Calhoun and King - there you will find Starbucks...this will get your motor running.
*Note: Comfortable shoes can be cute - don't be afraid of flats...you can pick up those red patent stilettos at Bob Ellis, but refrain from wearing until your company's holiday mixer.*
*Note: Leave your husband at home, but remember to pack his credit card!*
*Bring your friends for support and added coverage.*
2. Neander down Lower King for the upscale boutiques and specialty shops.
*Beware - drivers, cyclists, and spaced-out college students show little concern for roadside safety!*
3. Check out all the amazing boutiques and shops....here's a quick hit list:
*I suggest visiting these and any other stores that look appealing...just hit all of 'em!"
Bob Ellis
Buckar
*Make sure to hit up these stores early in the day...afternooning should be spent on Upper King!
4. Upper King St. is one of my favorite strips of shopping, dining, and people watching in the world. It's an up-and-coming, emerging energy, so keep checking in and passing through!
For your day of shopping, check out a few of these eateries and boutiques as the afternoon ticks away:
Lesesne (fine stationery, modern handmade furniture, fabulous home decor)
The Trusted Palate (stop by for a tasting and snack!)
B'zar (stylish and funky duds for the totally hip)
Global Awakaning (unique and authentic products from around the world)
Magar Hatworks (hats, hats, hats - handmade, exquisitely designed)
Basil (yummy eats!)
Juantia Greenbergs (my favorite casual eatery - don't forget to order a 'rita!)
Cupcake (because sometimes shopping deserves a prize!)
52.5 Records (you'll need tunes for the ride home!)
Rue de Jean (a bit off the path, but a delightful place to dine and plenty of room under the table for all your bags and finds!)
WELL, my fanciful holiday shopping friends...
That should be enough to keep you rockin' one very stylish city street this weekend!
...Do me proud and support local economy...
CHEERS, OH HOLIDAY SHOPPERS!
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