ADORE, Cary's newest designer resale boutique & consignment shop & newest sponsor & local supporter of TheShoppingMemo.com, officially opened it's doors last week!

With an assortment of designer clothing and accessories that are fabulously affordable, ADORE is the place where designer samples, overstocks and resale reside in a glamorous and hip atmosphere. We want our customers to enjoy fashion, shopping, and a great bargain as much as we do. ADORE offers consignors and suppliers the utmost in services.

Coach, Prada, Armani, Nanette Lepore, Burberry, Dolce & Gabanna, Juicy Couture, Manolo Blahnik, Michael Kors, Gucci as well as a few very vintage items. The list goes on and on. Every fashionistas dream, but all without the high prices!

Resale at Adore equals stylish recycling!

ADORE carries a variety of sizes and high-end styles, even Plus-Sizes. Adore Boutique is currently accepting ladies designer clothing & accessories for consignment! Contact Adore today to consign your designer goods.

Special Offer for "Pink Perks" cardholders - Receive 15% OFF your total purchase! Be sure to present your card when visiting Adore!

Adore Designer Resale Boutique
4226 NW Cary Parkway, Cary, NC
(near Preston Corners & next to La Farm)
919.481.3400
www.adoreboutiques.com

Store Hours:
Mon- Friday - 9-6
Thursday till 8pm
Saturday 9 -5
Sun 12-5

We may be going through tough times, but that doesn't mean the closets of all of us shoppers & fashionistas alike need to be anything less than full. Here's another reason to fall in love with more of what local shopping opportunities exist in our area.


Gigi's Boutique is an upscale boutique for women that focuses on the latest fashions, versatility and customer service while offering great looks and price points that will allow you to build back up your fabulous wardrobe! With all items in the store under $100 and clothing that fits a variety of shapes and sizes, Gigi's Boutique is every shop-a-holic's dream!


With cute trendy dresses, flowery, patterned & plaid tops, casual wear, work attire, Miss Me denim jeans, Silver Denim Jeans, Bobi Tees, Karlie, Hanky Pankies as well as chic accessories, everyone will be sure to find something they'll like, all at affordable prices. The racks are organized by color and complete outfits are on display, so shopping is a breeze.

Most items carried, arrive in a limited amount available which means, you'll be styling the latest looks that won't be seen all over town!.


Gigi's opened their first location in Raleigh's Stonehenge Market a few years back and now you'll be able to enjoy twice as much "Low Budget, High Style" with the opening of their 2nd location at Crescent Commons in Cary - NOW OPEN! Crescent Commons is located at the corner of Tryon Rd & Kildaire Farm.

Now there's no excuse to a "half full" wardrobe closet. Go ahead. Splurge at Gigi's Boutique and tell them TheShoppingMemo.com sent you!

Gigi's Boutique
Stonehenge Market
7428 Creedmoor Road
Raleigh, NC 27613
919-846-0014

Crescent Commons
2068 Kildaire Farm Road
Cary, NC 27511
919-851-5232
www.shopgigisboutique.com

Store Hours:
Mon-Fri 10am-7pm
Sat 10am-6pm
Sun -Closed

When they say they are a full service boutique, they mean it!

bevello is offering a two hour event Wednesday, October 21st, from 7-9pm at their Cameron Village location and YOU"RE INVITED! Focused on all things hair; they’ve got their in house stylist, Emily Robbins, available to answer your questions and show you simple tricks for your tresses.

Enjoy wine and hor d’oeuvres as you browse the latest fall merchandise. And as an added feel-good, 10% of all purchases during the event will be donated to MorLove, a fashion-forward, global-reaching charity. Find out “mor” online at morlove.org.


Reservations are preferred. RSVP by email to attend at cameron@bevello.com with your name, phone number and number of guests. Space is limited; early arrival is recommended.

bevello boutique
2010 Cameron Street
Raleigh, NC
919.821.0884
www.bevello.com

These are the latest offers for "Pink Perks" VIP Cardholders Only....Present your 2010 "Pink Perks" VIP Shopping Memo card at the following locations to receive the latest EXCLUSIVE offers, discounts and other perks! TheShoppingMemo.com will donate $5 for each card purchased to The Pretty in Pink Foundation of Raleigh.

*Note*: You must be a "Pink Perks" cardholder member to receive these discounts and some restrictions may apply to these offers. Offers are subject to change without notice.


*NEW* - Gigi's Boutique - 15% OFF TOTAL Purchase (Excludes Miss Me & Silver Jeans, Spanx and Hanky Panky) Expires April 15th.

Ciao Bella - 20% OFF your total in-store purchase

Adore - Designer Resale Boutique - 15% OFF your total in-store purchase

*NEW* - Blue Water Spa - 10% off all Spa (skin care treatments, massage and laser services)

*NEW* - Joint Venture Jewelry - (New Customer Bonus Packet) - $50 off your $250 or more purchase and Complimentary Notepad, Pen, Emery Board & Jewelry Cleaning Cloth

*NEW* - Revamp Clothing - 20% off any purchase of Clothing or Accessories (enter code: "pinkperks")

Kristen's Shoe Boutique - Receive 15% OFF any one In-Stock Item

The Pink Alli - 20% OFF purchase

Martin & Mary's - $25 off your $100 in-store purchase

NEW! - Cute Buttons - 20% OFF any one in-store item (excludes custom stationery, invitations and designer stamps)

Beanie + Cecil Baby - (enter code "theshoppingmemo" in the notes)
Spend $100 ONLINE, & receive a $20 Beanie + Cecil Baby gift certificate
Spend $150 ONLINE & receive a $30 Beanie + Cecil Baby gift certificate
Spend $200 ONLINE & receive a $40 Beanie + Cecil Baby gift certificate
Spend $250+ ONLINE & receive a $50 Beanie + Cecil Baby gift certificate

ClothesHound (online shop) - 25% OFF your total purchase - (enter checkout code " pink perks ")

Lather Hair Salon - Raleigh - 20% OFF your first visit & 10% OFF future visits

L & C Designs - (online shop) 20% OFF total purchase

The Smitten Boutique - 10% off entire in-store purchase ( excludes Pandora ) .

Fifi's Fine Resale - Durham- 20% OFF total in-store purchase

B Roman Day Spa - 10% OFF any single priced in-store Spa Service

RainyDay Bridal Wear - FREE Upgrade to Priority Shipping

Southern Charm - 15% OFF in-store Purchase

Calm & Sense - Receive a FREE Shower Steamer

Blue Tiger Gifts - 15% OFF total in-store purchase

Miss Taffy's Cheesecakes - 15% OFF your order

Good Girls Studio - (online shop) - 25% OFF total ONLINE purchase ( enter code "shoppingmemo" )

additional offers & discounts coming soon!

(If you are local boutique, salon, spa, gift shop or other retailer and would like to add your discount or special offer to our readers thru our "Pink Perks" program, please email us your details at info@theshoppingmemo.com) or submit your offer here.


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**These offers cannot be combined with any other offer, special, or discount unless otherwise stated. All current offers are valid until December 31st, 2010 with your 2010 Pink Perks Card**

Due to the increase in demand for our Boutique Web Design services, and with over 10 years web design experience, We decided it was time to OFFICIALLY launch a separate online Boutique Website Design dept based right here in Raleigh, North Carolina!

PoshePixels is our NEW sister company to TheShoppingMemo.com, where we specialize in hip, trendy, stylish & professional boutique logo design, boutique web design & boutique e-commerce websites, all at affordable prices.

Check it out at www.PoshePixels.com and let us know what you think!

Congratulations and Happy Birthday to Ciao Bella Boutique of Cary, who has just turned 3! And guess what? They want to give you a gift!!

Stop by their store located at The Arboretum of Weston, Wednesday, Oct 15th thru - Saturday Oct. 17th and Receive 15% OFF All Coats and Jackets.

Even though it still feels like summer with all the warm temperatures we've been having, you'd better check the local weather forecast, it seems it's going to get chilly in the next few days. So now is the perfect time to cover up! Fashionably, of course.

Happy Shopping and most importantly, Happy Birthday, Ciao Bella!

As always, don't forget to tell them TheShoppingMemo.com sent you.

Ciao Bella Boutique
The Arboretum at Weston
2055 Renaissance Park Place
Cary, NC 27513
919.678.8320
www.shopatciaobella.com

Store Hours:
Monday – Saturday 10 AM – 6 PM

COMING SOON! Have your chance to showcase your style in our NEW upcoming "Style Stock" section that will be an Regular feature on TheShoppingMemo.com.

Think you have great style? Want to be in the spotlight on TheShoppingMemo.com?

Want to show off your latest style or your kids latest style with the fabulous new outfit, shoes or accessories you recently bought from one of our local boutiques/retailers or maybe something from your own collection or designs?

We want to see them! We are looking for local readers to send in their photos or personal videos wearing or showcasing their latest style selections chosen from our fabulous retailers or styles from their own "latest" collections on our new "Style Stock" feature! Be creative. You just might see your submission on TheShoppingMemo.com! Also have a chance to Win a $25 Gift Certificate to your favorite local boutique to shop just by showcasing us your style!

(Some restrictions may apply. We may not accept all submissions. Accepted submissions will become the property of TheShoppingMemo.com and will be published on a regular basis. We will not accept anything deemed inappropriate.)

Stay Tuned.

Note: If you are interested in sending in your most recent photos or videos to be selected to participate in our new "Style Stock" Showcase before we officially "launch" our regular feature, email us at info@theshoppingmemo.com:

Please include your name, email address, website or blog address, details about what you are wearing and where you purchased it, tell us your favorite style and your favorite local store to shop.

It's time for the gals at The Pink Alli gift boutique in Cary to start making room for all of their Holiday goodies so they are saying goodbye to their Switchflops selections for this year but will have them back around March 2010.

All Switchflops and Straps are 50% off! Once they sell out they will be gone for the season! So hurry because they will not last long!

As always dahlings, The Pink Alli always has the most-diva-worthy gifts, accessories, bath & body products, & home accents for all!

Don't forget to mention TheShoppingMemo.com to enjoy 20% OFF any ONE Regular Priced item in the store and FIRST TIME CUSTOMERS receive 15% OFF your ENTIRE purchase!. ( excluding jewelry and monogramming)

The Pink Alli
406 Ledgestone Way
Cary, NC 27519
919-460-2554
www.thepinkalli.com

Store Hours:
Monday-Saturday: 10:00am-6:00pm
Sundays: 11:00am-4:00pm

Beanie + Cecil Baby has recently re-launched it's newly re-designed website that is completely adorable and must be checked out! The newly launched website features a wide selection of stylish baby furnishings, baby gear, room décor & bedding, clothing, accessories & toys as well as a fabulous selection of unique gifts complete with a new online Gift Registry.

Beanie + Cecil Baby is a local children's boutique located in Cameron Village of Raleigh, carrying the cutest designer items from brands such as Wall Candy, Netto Collection, Little Merry Fellows, Oscar & Belle, Chase 'n Sky, Okkies, Petit Bateau, Baby Bonkie, Luxe Baby, Serena & Lily and much more!

Beanie + Cecil Baby prides itself on great customer service, strives to keep the newest lines and latest products in stock as well as ensures the safety of all its' products while keeping in mind the aesthetic desires of style-savvy customers.

You can now shop online with their new website and receive FREE Shipping on orders of $75 or more, but of course they would still love to see you at the shop too! Check with www.beanieandcecilbaby.com often, as you will find the latest product arrivals, sale items and hip happenings all in one place!

Be sure to stop by and visit their store and tell them TheShoppingMemo.com sent you!

Also, In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month, Beanie + Cecil Baby will be donating a percentage of sales for anything PINK purchased on their website this month (donation will go to a local organization at the end of Oct.)!

Beanie + Cecil Baby
Cameron Village
400 Daniels Street
Raleigh, NC 27605
919.821.7985
www.beanieandcecilbaby.com

Store Hours:
Mon-Sat 10-6
Sun 1-5

October 1st officially kicked off Breast Cancer Awareness Month and there are several local ways to make a huge difference in the fight against the disease with the things we're already doing - like shopping at your favorite local shops and donating to charity!

Here are some great savings & events to enjoy while supporting a great cause:

Scout & Molly's (North Hills) -Today through Sunday, October 4th, EVERYTHING PINK Will Be 20 % Off! (North Hills Raleigh Location Only)

Monkees (North Hills) -Car decals with the “We Wear Pink” design can be acquired and proudly displayed with a minimum donation of $2.

Monkee’s T-shirts with the official “We Wear Pink” design will also be available with a minimum $12 donation. (100% of all decal proceeds, and $8 of every shirt donation will go to Passionately Pink for the Cure, a program of Susan G. Komen for the Cure.)

Charlotte's of North Hills - Charlotte's Gift Boutique will be serving pink lemonade and offering all customers 25% off anything pink.

There's also a great locally-based Breast Cancer Foundation, the Pretty in Pink Foundation that also accepts donations anytime! Pretty In Pink Foundation is a great organization that serves people diagnosed with breast cancer who have limited health insurance benefits, or in many cases, no health insurance at all. Be sure to show your support and contact the Pretty in Pink Foundation today.

White Pear Shop, an all-natural bath and body products store in Wake Forest, has created a special “Pamper Me Pink Keepsake Box” that includes a body scrub, a Shea soufflé, and a shower gell, all made of fine essential oil blends that are gentle on the skin. The products in the box feature the Pretty In Pink Foundation logo, and 25 percent of the revenue from the sale of these gift boxes is donated to Pretty In Pink Foundation.

Swagger Gifts, an upscale boutique in Cary’s Lochmere Pavilion, specializing in personalized gifts, has added Pretty In Pink Foundation to its Community Giving Program. When a customer mentions Pretty In Pink at checkout, Swagger will donate five percent of the sale (excluding tax) to the Pretty In Pink Foundation.

If you are a local retail shop owner and want to spread the word on what your doing this month to help raise awareness on Breast Cancer, email us at info@theshoppingmemo.com and we will add it to this list!

Thank you for your support and think pink!