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Five Worth Finding: Last-minute shopping
2020-12-16
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RuPaul Fan Favorites Gift (CannaBellaLux.com): Advertising itself as "a female-forward boutique + lifestyle brand," Chicago-based Canna Bella Lux has a lot of intriguing items, including this gift set. This set includes a RuPaul candle, a 5" x 7" tray and a pair of earrings. Canna Bella Lux also has items ranging from lounge jackets to LGBTQ-themed greeting cards.
Garrett Popcorn Shops bags: Garrett (not Garrett's) is now in Chicagoland grocery stores exclusively. These stocking stuffers (about $6.49 per bag) come in flavors such as Simply Matcha, Simply Cocoa, Simply Strawberry and S'mores. Of course, you can visit GarettPopcorn.com to order tins and even Frango chocolates.
Ballpark Blueprints (https://ballparkblueprints.com): Ballpark Blueprints captures the beauty of more than 140 iconic stadiums, arenas and ballparks across the countryincluding Wrigley Field and old-school Comiskey Parkon T-shirts, wall murals, blankets and much more. BONUS: Windy City Times readers can take 10 percent off (no restrictions) with the code "WINDY20."
Alpha Male Cosmetics (AlphaMaleCosmetics.com): A minority-owned business (as founder Anttoni Lopez is gay), Alpha Male Cosmetics is the first full line of U.S.-based, trademarked, male cosmetics designed exclusively for men and their unique skin types. The full line consists of nine water-based products that seamlessly blend with a man's complexion, covering blemishes while giving skin a glow.Additionally, the liquid foundations, concealer pot and liquid concealers come in 24 shades.
Workman calendars (workman.com): People seem to always appreciate calendarsand Workman has SO many themes and formats that you may spend a year trying to decide what to get. Themes include dogs and cats, trivia, inspiration, humor, sports, islands and many more. |
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