My favorite go to for fabulous vintage finds is Denise Brain Vintage. Oh how I wish I still lived in NYC and had more occasion to wear her fabulous finds. I treated myself to a fabulous clutch last year and get many compliments whenever I use it. Her finds are in tip top shape and her customer service cannot be matched

Looking for luxury and something personal?
I have recently discovered and fallen in love with The Lux Puff. Oh no, this is not your ordinary loofah. The Lux Puff is no joke - a delight to my skin. It's genius. It's not the normal $2 puff I used to get at Target. This one is luxury and has a wash cloth side that exfoliates my face. I've been using it for about a month now and already notice a difference. Feels super clean too.  I got one as a gift and am in love and have already purchased several more to go into stockings and gift baskets.

It’s that time of year again. Every retailer on the planet is clamoring for your hard earned dollars. Steals and deals abound. Stores open at all hours to serve up holiday shopping splendor. That’s all fine and good, hey I won’t knock capitalism at it’s finest. But I will take this platform and opportunity to encourage you to consider shopping small, handmade and even local this holiday season. Here are a few of my personal faves:  

Need something for your gals ... or even yourself? KEEPsakes by Katie has become my go to gift spot! I have several styles myself and simply love them. Not your traditional charm or bangle bracelets. These are really personal, easy to interchange and mix up style and simple my fave accessory. I have a couple that I wear every day and a few with sparkle for special occasions. I have personalized several as gifts for myself, my mother in law, and some of my friends. Check them out here.

Do you have a favorite small business you would like to share? Use the comments below to tell us about them and let's help keep Small Business Strong this holiday season, and always!

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