Feeling exhausted after endless entertaining and the flurry of holiday festivities? How about a luscious restoration with Destination Kohler’s Favorite Things Chocolate Shop & Spa Package. Available Sunday-Thursday from now through March 31, the daytrip special includes a $50 gift certificate for the Shops at Woodlake; a two-course lunch with non-alcoholic beverage and two Kohler Original Recipe Chocolates at the Craverie Chocolatier Café plus a 50-Minute Chocolate Pedicure at Kohler Waters Spa all for just $150 per person including gratuity and tax. Interested? Visit destinationkohler.com for more info.
Having trouble fitting into your clothes after hitting the holiday buffets? Lucky for you all four locations of Elite Fitness & Racquet Clubs are stepping up with a unique kick-start for fitness. Begin your regime with their January ‘Holiday Goodies Return’ special where a deposit of left over holiday cookies, chocolates or other goodies earns you a free fitness consultation and the chance to win a three-month family membership. Better yet, throughout the month of February, the clubs are offering anyone over 18 the opportunity to work out, take spinning, yoga, Pilates or step classes and enjoy club amenities including whirlpool baths, sauna and steam rooms for free during their Return to Fitness Fridays. Seriously, if this doesn’t snap you back on track – nothing will. For more info visit eliteclubs.com.
Utilizing ingredients like rose, pumpkin and cayenne to calm, soften, stimulate and pamper, Blush has designed a full year of monthly facial specials. Call or stop by to schedule January’s Deep Detox Facial intended to undo the havoc any recent cold weather, overindulgence, or long nights have wrought and receive a $25 value al la carte upgrade. Commit to a full Year of Facials of the Month and you’ll save $300, plus receive complimentary Eye Zone treatments. 249 N. Water Street, 414- 272- 1718, blushmilwaukee.com.
Resolved to learn more about the good life? Here’s an easy start. Educate your taste buds with a sampling of uncommonly good common wines at Waterford Wine Company’s Introduction to Wine Tasting onWednesday, January 14 at 7:00 pm, ($15 per guest). 1327 E. Brady St., 414-289-9463, waterfordwine.com.
Need some inspiration in turning over a new leaf? After years of frustrated fussing with the tangle of her ipod ear buds, Julie Barkley decided to try her hand at ‘building a better mousetrap.’ This week she debuts her Earbud Yo-Yo a simple idea
whose time has come. The unique gadget brings order to those pesky cords and comes in an expressive variety of colors ($10.99) and graphic designs ($15.99). Pretty tired of the tangle myself, you better believe I’ll be ordering one. Available at Covington-creations.com.
Smart shoppers are being showered with deals as stores continue to clear their shelves for spring merchandise.
In the Historic Third Ward, super cool shoes will be marked down 50 percent off during a one day only sale at (shoo) on January 10, the same day neighboring boutique Lela will be taking 50 percent off everything in store during their big Semi-Annual Brown Bag Sale. At the Floor Sample Sale going on through January 18 at The Home Market, find savings of 50 percent off select furnishings, case goods, lighting, home accessories and bedding while over at Flaire, men’s and women’s fashions are marked down 30 to 50 percent for their After Holiday Sale. Good Harvest Market also gets into the act offering 15 percent on health & beauty products every Tuesday in January. For more info visit historicthirdward.org.
Now through January 25, Luci Boutique cuts prices 25 – 50 percent on all sweaters, coats, dresses and accessories including new arrivals. Mention you read about the sale here o save an additional 10 percent on your purchases. 532 N. Water St., 414-226-0114, 1405 N. Oakland Ave., 414-967-1404, luciboutique.com.
At Faye’s Semi-Annual sale save 50 – 75 percent off cool winter clothing and select pieces of Kalibrè jewelry. In addition, the Mequon store will be holding Lafayette 148 New York Spring and Fall Trunk Shows through January 11. Women of all shapes and sizes will find the same gorgeous fabrics, expert tailoring, and delightful details celebrities like Meredith Vieira and Oprah appreciate. Appointments recommended but not necessary. 1505 W. Mequon Rd., 262- 241-8386 & 18900 W. Bluemound Rd., 262) 432-0070, fayes123.com.
Fans of Marimekko’s clean, contemporary and colorfully graphic prints will find select linens on sale at Crate & Barrel through February 2. 2450 N Mayfair Rd., 414- 258-9500, crateandbarrel.com.
And finally, looking forward sometimes means looking back so be sure to explore lots of popular 20th century design including new and vintage furniture, art, lamps, pillows, glassware and home accents priced 20 – 40 percent off during Modern-aire’s Clearance sale running thru February 1. 170 S. First Street (second floor), 414-223-0717.
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