Elbows are furiously thrown; people are knocked to the ground by a herd of charging bodies; children can be heard crying in the distant background. No, this is not a battle scene from Apocalypse Now; it is Black Friday and for true shoppers it’s war! If you think your local department store is the place to be on this post-turkey shopping celebration, then you missed these huge Black Friday sale announcements taking place across the country. How can you thank us for this master list of shopping euphoria? Let’s just say that when we are both tugging at the same half-its-price cashmere sweater this weekend, we will be expecting you to take your claws off that sleeve.

Check out our list of Black Friday sales around the country. Many continue through next week. We’ll be adding to it regularly.

NEW YORK:

Shop

At Shop on the Lower East Side, all clothing is 40 to 75 percent off and boots, bags and jewelry are 20 percent off. Find lines like Splended, Velvet and Inhabit cashmere, plus a big selection of gifts for under $50.

I HEART

At I HEART in Nolita, find markdowns on almost everything, including Isabel Marant (save 25% on the entire line), Lover, Rachel Comey, Emma Cook and more

Plum and Pear

At sister clothing and shoe storesPlum and Pear, save 30 to 50 percent on all clothing and shoes. There’s also a big selection available on sale on the e-shop. These stores may be tiny, but the savings are huge.

BROOKLYN:

The Clay Pot

At Park Slope-based jewelry The Clay Pot, save 15 percent on any purchase over $100 (either online or in-store) through December 15th. Just bring a copy of this page or use code “15by15″ online. Find beloved and familiar lines like Becky Kelso, Alexis Bittar, and Jeanine Payer.

BOSTON AREA:

Lekker Home

At chic Scandinavian home store Lekker Home in the South End, Black Friday is Orange Friday. Save 15 to 50 percent on everything in store and 10% online using code “orange08.”

The Studio

This Boston wonderland of jewelry and accessories is slashing prices for one weekend only, and while we believe in the spirit of giving, it will be impossible to leave The Studio without a trinket for yours truly. This Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, stop by The Studio and take 10 percent off of Prairie Underground Hoodies, 20 percent off Foley and Corinna items, 30 percent off Sublet and Re:Sound NY dresses, 20 percent off Jonesy’s Jewels, and many more style steals! The Studio hasn’t forgotten all of you shoppers who are far from Beantown this season- this North Shore gem has a slew of Cyber Monday specials as well!

Lekker Home

At the South End’s chic Scandinavian home store Lekker Home, Black Friday is Orange Friday.

Queen Bee

The discounts at this Boston prep-proprietor are getting better by the day! Everything is now 50-70% off! Swing by this Newbury Street classic or shop online and receive free ground shipping when you snag Alice + Oliva, Dolce Vita, LaRok, and many more of your favorite names for a fraction of the original price.

PHILADELPHIA:

Third Street Habit

Known for the relaxed vibe, and a collection of merch perfect for a lazy Sunday in, Third Street Habit manages to thrown in a few show stopping numbers and work-appropriate pieces too. As if the blend of on-my-couch and out-on-the-town wasn’t fantastic enough, now this store’s fabulous Fall items are 40-50 percent off! Hurry in from November 26th to the 30th (closed on Thanksgiving) for a changing season charge to your wardrobe.

Topstitch

Topstitch in Old City is open ’til 10pm with a major sale on jewelry, select vintage and baby clothing. There will be complimentary beverages all day long.

Sugarcube

At Sugarcube, save 25% on everything on Thanksgiving Day until 3pm, and 25% on everything on Friday from 10am to 7pm. The offer excludes jewelry and accessories.

CHICAGO:

Strut

At Strut in Wicker Park, take 30 percent of all full-priced merchandise from 8am to 3pm. From 3pm through Sunday at 7, take 20 percent off everything, including rock n roll style boots, tees, and coats.

LOS ANGELES

Tres Jolie

Tres Jolie in Beverly Hills is offering 30 percent off everything through Saturday. Shop at the store or enter “jolie” online for your discount on beautiful jewelry and accessories you won’t find elsewhere.

WASHINGTON, DC

Dekka

From 9am to 9pm at Dekka on U Street, find great deals (up to 50 percent off) on jewelry, clothing, artwork and accessories made primarily by local designers. Te and cookies will be served in the morning, and margaritas will be on tap through the afternoon. On Sunday, the fun continues with a Sunday Triple Players event featuring three designers whose work will be on sale for 20 percent off.

ONLINE

Kep Designs

Preppy jewelry line Kep Designs is offering 20 percent off online through Monday, December 1st. Enter “Turkey2008″ at checkout and save on bangles and oversized baubles galore.

Hayden Harnett

At Hayden Harnett’s Thankful Sale, find prices reduced from 30 to 70 percent through Monday. Throughout the day, certain items will be reduced even further for just a few hours. This mini clutch is reduced to $66 from $220 and comes in a bunch of sweet colors. Plus, enter code “STOREADORE1″ at checkout for free shipping on orders over $100.

GOOD \’gud\
–adjective: 1. excellent, 2. high-quality, 3. favorable
–adverb: 1. done well
–noun: 1. a valuable item, 2. a charming Boston shop filled with well-designed and desirable gifts, homeware, and personal accessories

From cleverly decoupaged tabletop treats a la John Derian to universally elegant Beth springer leather totes, to bewitching cuff links made from antique European currency, Good is a treasure trove of only the best…which is why it’s a no-brainer that jewelry artist Melissa Joy Manning will be joining the Charles Street boutique to present both her best-selling handmade designs as well as her new line of re-purposed pieces created exclusively for Good.

Join Good on Thursday, November 13th, from 5:00pm-9:00pm for wine, light snacks, and one-of-a-kind jewelry.

RSVP by calling 1-866-426-GOOD, and see what’s good.

Hey girls! Get some shopping in for yourself before all your time and resources go towards holiday gifts (for other people). Here are the hottest sales happening in Boston in early November:

“The Weekly Green” at Envi
A new sale each week!
164 Newbury Street, Back Bay, 617-267-3684
Eco-chic shop Envi introduces “The Weekly Green,” a rotating online sale boutique featuring the best of eco-fashion. This week’s theme is handbags. Save 25 percent on all of them; no code needed! Click here “the weekly green” sale boutique. (Photo: Long Cloak Hoody by 12AM, regularly $248, on sale last week for $186.)

Breathe-in-Style at Shake the Tree
Thursday, November 6th, 6pm to 8pm.
67 Salem Street, North End, 617-742-0484
Meet the Breathe-in-Style T-shirt designers, local gals Tonya Rockett and Sara Brogna, who will showcase their super soft printed cotton tees, hoodies, dresses and wraps. Tees are silkscreened with their signature icons, including lotus flowers, skull, butterflies and more. (Photo: Gold Girl Skull on Burnout Black, $48.)

Mid-Season Madness at Dress
Starts October 31st.
221 Newbury Street, Back Bay, 617-424-7125
More markdowns on impeccable styles. Greater reductions have been made on already marked-down fall 2008 items. In addition, new styles are being added to the sale. All sale items will be 50-75% off!. While you’re there, have a look at new holiday arrivals from Twelfth Street by Cynthia Vincent, 3.1 Phillip Lim and Adam. (Photo: Twelfth Street by Cynthia Vincent Silk Slip Dress, $189

Jacket Sale at Mint Julep November 2nd to 8th.
6 Church Street, Harvard Square, 617-576-6468 and 1302 Beacon St., Coolidge Corner, 617-232-3600 As the days get colder and darker, brighten them a bit with a new jacket. All jackets are 20% off, including styles by Beth Bowley, Odd Molly, Free People, Ben Sherman, Shoshanna, Ted Baker and Tibi.

Two for you at In.jean.ius
Throughout November.
441 Hanover Street, North End, 617-523-JEAN
Hot date Saturday night? Buy one pair of jeans at full price and get 20% off a second pair. Fave brands include Kasil, Denim for Immortality, Meli Melo, Goldsign, Anlo, Paige and Rock & Republic.

Birthday Party and Sale at Jean Therapy
Friday, November 14th, 7pm to 10pm.
524 Commonwealth Avenue, Kenmore Square, 617-266-6555
Celebrate Jean Therapy’s 4th birthday with cocktails and cake, plus 30% off jeans purchased that evening. They’re only allowing 40 people in for the evening, so RSVP ASAP to info@jean-therapy.com.

Voters in swing states are reporting that one of the biggest deciding factors in this election is the economy - and The Studio is planning on rocking the vote with its Economy Buster special!

Spend $100 (trust us, it’s easy) at this hip Newburyport eco-boutique, and you’ll get $25 store credit you can use to stock up on darling handmade Jonesy’s Jewels accessories, elegant outerwear from Re:Sound NY, and colorful leather Orla Kiely bags.

Also, between now and election day, you can snag this organic cotton “Every Vote Counts” long-sleeve tee at 30% off so you can take to the polls in style!

Store Adore Shoppers get 20% any purchase at The Studio!

Have you been picking and choosing your purchases more carefully these days? Things just got easier because Boston’s best boutiques are offering all sorts of deals.

Mint Julep: 6 Church Street, Harvard Square—Wednesday, October 22, 5-9pm

Take 25% off any item that bewitches you at this adorable Harvard Square boutique as you feast on festive treats and sip cider. With dresses by Tibi, jewelry by JoJo, handbags by Orla Kiely and denim by Joe’s, you’re sure to find something to boost your fall wardrobe.

Initimacy: Copley Place—October 2 -November 6

Intimacy owner Susan Nethero will be appearing on Oprah on October 29th to offer tips on “How to Get Your Sexy Back.” In honor of Tip #4—”always wear matching panties”—you can score a Hanky Panky thong. Just set up an appointment for a complimentary fitting. If you buy a lace, plunge, strapless or demi bra, the shop will throw in a matching Hanky Panky panty for free.

X-Hale Boutique: 25 Lincoln Street, Newton Highlands—October 18-October 22

Still wearing your lightweight summer jeans? The season calls for a heavier denim. Buy a pair of jeans at full price, and receive 40 percent off a second pair. All full-price jeans are included in this deal, and they’ve got your favorites: True Religion, Goldsign, RIch & Skinny, Red Engine, Joe’s Jeans, Volta, Dylan George, Kasil, Pure Color, Fortune and more.

Dress: 221 Newbury Street, Back Bay—Begins Saturday, October 18

Find markdowns of 30 to 70 percent at this can’t miss boutique on early fall designs by 3.1 Phillip Lim, Adam, Lyell, Shipley & Halmos, T-Luxury, Vanessa Bruno, Vanessa Bruno Athe and Vena Cava. The pieces are stunning and will mix well with anything in your closet.

Main Image: Vanessa Bruno Athe Round Neck Short Sleeve Dress with Front Pockets $315, at Dress.

You’re an “It” girl - simple, sweet, relatable - everybody’s best friend.  Whether you’re a Lauren Conrad, an Ashley Tisdale, or a Hayden Panettiere, designer Andrew Cotton knows that an It Girl’s most reliable friend is her handbag, which is why he chooses the finest (and softest!) Italian leathers, solid brass hardware, and gorgeous seasonal color palettes for his world-famous bags and belts.

Come to Luna Boston on Friday, September 19th from 6:00PM-9:00PM to meet the hometown superstar whose designs are as beautiful as the people who wear them!  Feel like a celebrity with mini-manicures, martinis, and the famous Dylan collection - just in time for fall!

Can’t make it to the event?  Store Adore Shoppers get 20% off when you shop at Luna Boston Online!

They just won’t stop. But I’m not complaining. Boston boutiques are clearing out their summer stock. And with summer just halfway over, I plan to scoop up all sorts of deals.

GOOD Bi-annual 50% off sale starts August 1st at Good in Beacon Hill. We’re hoping for deals on gold rings and earrings by Melissa Joy Manning and Satya, not to mention unique hostess gifts, since our travel plans are hardly at a standstill. While you’re there, check out their new lines, including PATCH NYC.

IN.JEAN.IUS It’s been three years since Alison Barnard opened her revolutionary denim haven, Injeanius, in the North End; one of the first hip boutiques to hit Hanover Street. In honor of their anniversary, for the month of July, Injeanius is offering 15% off all leather belts, including handmade couture examples by L.A. designer D.L. Rhein.

MAHRI There’s a one year anniversary bash at Mahri, a not-so-new-anymore to Newbury boutique that grew up on the North Shore. On Thursday, July 31st, from 7pm to 9pm, Aimee Bode is staying open late to serve fantastic food and intoxicating cocktails, not to mention sophisticated fashions.

MINT JULEP The annual end-of-season sale at Mint Julep, starts Monday July 14th. Stop in to their Coolidge Corner or Harvard Square boutiques for 25% o 75% off spring and summer dresses, tops, skirts, shorts, jewelry, and bags from designers like Tibi, Milly, Beth Bowley, Alice and Olivia, Orla Kiely, and JoJo.

MATSU For artistic fashions, from scarves woven in Italy to fluttery blouses by Rozae Nichols and off kilter tailored pieces by Comme des Garons, plus custom monogram and birthstone jewelry designs by Heather Moore and romantic baubles by Jeanine Payer, Matsu always offers that special find. Treat yourself at their 50% off summer sale, happening right now.

THE ACHILLES PROJECT On Thursday, July 31, from 6 p.m. to midnight, The Achilles Project will hold its first “Shopping Under the Influence” party, with free food, complimentary cocktails, DJ-spun music, and major sale items at 50% off. Can’t make the soiree? Not a problem, enjoy sale items at 30% from now through the end of July. (PS- We promise to have a profile of this brand new, super hot spot on Store Adore VERY soon!)

HUDSON For all you planners who like to make the nest extra special, grab your calendar. Hudson, the South End home furnishings boutique (with a new outpost in Wellesley), will be hosting its semi-annual sale Saturday, September 13 to Sunday, September 21. Save up to 50% on selected items. There’s more… owner Jill Goldberg invites you to celebrate Hudson’s two-year anniversary with 20% off all special order catalogue items (upholstery and case goods) ordered online.

LAZULI Lazuli designer Lana Barakat is set on blowing out her inventory to make way for her new fall collections. From a chunky silver donut ring with an industrial sensibility ($20), to gold plated stylized leaf pendant necklaces ($65), to sterling Navajo earrings with a hot pink resin inset ($20), the pieces are available online and in her Back Bay showroom. We’re thinking of seriously stocking up on holiday presents.

FRENCH LESSONS From the western suburb of Wellesley to the quiet towns of South Hamilton and Winchester, to nautical Newburyport, French Lesson boutiques bring city style with pieces like DVF wrap dresses, Eberjay lingerie, designer denim, and Burning Torch tops. Lucky for you, spring and summer pieces are on sale now, from 30% to 70% off.

GLEE If you’re headed to the South Shore or Cape Cod, make a stop at the Derby Street Shops for lunch and some shopping. Summer and spring clothing at Glee is 30% to 50% off. They’ve got halter dresses by Trina Turk and Susana Monaco, a cotton maxi tank by LA Made, and hot prints by Joyous & Free. (Here’s a tip: If you’re going to the North Shore the weekend of August 7th, stop by the Beverly Farms location for the annual Glee Tent Sale.)

What: Jewelry, Sangria & Chocolate Tasting
Where: Shake the Tree, 67 Salem Street, North End
When: Thursday, June 19th, 6pm to 8pm
Preview jewelry from local designer Marissa Bethoney, whose collection ranges from chunky, semi-precious stone necklaces to delicate filligree earrings. The shop will be serving its fabulous Shake the Tree Summer Sangria. Enjoy a glass while sampling Vosges Chocolate, which mixes delights like gji berries, curry, and chilis with fine chocolate. And, of course, don’t forget to shop for summer tops and dresses as well as pretty papers and other perfect hostess gifts.

What: Home Decor Expansion Bash
Where: The Ruby Door, 15 Charles Street, Beacon Hill
When: Thursday, June 19, 5pm to 8pm.
Join Ruby Door owner Tracey Weiss for cocktails and snacks to celebrate the expansion of her Beacon Hill boutique. Now, in addition to jewelry both fancy and fun, the boutique will now offer antique and vintage home accessories, all hand picked by Weiss herself. All design genres will be represented, from primitive to traditional to contemporary, with inventory to include crystal chandeliers, original artwork, sterling silver, small home furnishings, sourced locally and internationally.

Store Adore made it official in Boston with a launch party co-hosted with Intermix. Boston’s most fashion-conscious flocked to the Newbury Street Intermix store to toast Store Adore with a 10 percent discount, champagne, and to-die-for truffles from Vosges. (What better combination than shopping, champagne, and chocolates?)

I spent the day in Boston scouting the local shopping scene and arrived on-site early to be there to greet our guests–and to get a little pre-shopping in before the good stuff was gone. Inspired by the fact that literally all of the sales girls were wearing them, I scooped up these Cynthia Vincent gladiator buckle wedges ($405), and have been living in them ever since along with this burnout tee from e.vil in my favorite anchor motif.

We were thrilled to see old friends and Store Adore shoppers and to introduce the site to new ones. Check out my party pics below, and look out for more news of upcoming Intermix and Store Adore shopping parties near you. In the meantime, don’t forget to take advantage of our exclusive offer of $50 off a purchase of $300 or more at Intermix online.

An Intermix Staffer and local Boston writer Erica Corsano. (I love the maxi dress and the long loose warm weather scarves.)

Nikki Baker and Jessica Naddaff.

Local shoppers–note the twin Gucci bags. Intermix staffers–in addition to ”

my” shoes, they all wore maxi or mini dresses in bold colors, and lots of ruffles.

Nick Russell, Hannah Breul, and me.

Store Adore Boston writer Ma

rni Katz and me.

My sister-in-law Corey Penn (center) with Chic and Charming blogger Meg Rush and her husband