It’s no secret that COVID-19 related closures and restrictions have impacted our country’s small businesses in numerous and challenging ways. This pandemic has thrown hurdles in the path of nearly every small business owner, constantly testing their ability to profitably adjust their business model and stay afloat. Although all business and economic stimulation are positive during this time, small businesses offer a crucial aid to local, state, and national economies.

With the holiday season now in full swing, it’s more important than ever to keep our small businesses top of mind when tackling our shopping lists and here’s why. According to the American Independent Business Alliance (AIBA), when you shop local, approximately 48% of the cost of your purchase is recirculated back into the local economy. When you shop at a chain store, that number drops to only 14%. Instead of taking your hard-earned dollars to a billion-dollar chain store, think about how beneficial it would be to invest them in your local economy and help support a small business owner’s family. We can all agree that every dollar helps, especially around holiday time during a pandemic.

With that in mind, here is a helpful guide of local stores in Southeast Michigan that are having terrific sales this Black Friday. Happy shopping and Happy Thanksgiving!

 

Women’s Apparel & Shoes

• Bivouac, 336 S State St, Ann Arbor

Bivouac is a top shopping destination in Ann Arbor and offers a wide selection of clothing, accessories, indy designer pieces, and popular street brands to outfit your life for the great outdoors (or indoors).

Black Friday: Surprise in-store deal from 8:30-11:30 a.m., plus receive a free coffee before or after you shop.

• Capricious, 74 Kercheval Ave, Grosse Pointe Farms

Located in Grosse Pointe, Capricious is a women’s retail boutique for the latest clothing, shoes, handbags, and accessories.

Black Friday: Shop 20% off on most brands.

• Ceresnie & Offen Furs, 181 South Old Woodward Ave, Birmingham

Ceresnie & Offen Furs showcases the finest products from around the world. Every item is custom made or hand chosen for that unique fashion experience. We specialize in restyling, alterations, repair, secured cold fur storage, cleaning, glazing, and conditioning.

Black Friday: Receive up to 50% off starting Black Friday through Cyber Monday.

• Closet NV, 745 East Maple Rd, Birmingham

Luxury consignment shop with everything from handbags and shoes to clothing and other accessories.

Black Friday: Shop 50% off most clothing, 10% off designer handbags and enter the raffle to win a $100 gift certificate all on Black Friday.

• Coup Dètat,  3044 W. Grand Blvd, Suite L-460, Detroit

Indie shop that sells a variety of clothing, accessories & handbags.

Black Friday: Shop 20% off online and in-store November 26th through November 30th.

• Deviate, Online

Deviate is a Detroit-based fashion label designing womenswear, menswear, and unisex collections situated at the intersection of art and fashion.

Black Friday: Shop 30% off select products online.

• Guys N Gals, 6353 Orchard Lake Rd, West Bloomfield Township

Contemporary clothing and accessory store for children and adults.

Black Friday: Shop 50% off blouses and blazers, 30% off outerwear, 40-75% off jeans, 30% off cashmere and 20% clothing and accessories.

• Hersh’s, 6895 Orchard Lake Rd, West Bloomfield Township

A small family owned boutique that sells high end dresses, sweaters, knits, pants, shoes, purses, bags, home goods and more.

Black Friday: Shop items up to 30% off starting November 23rd until November 30th.

• Jarbo, 203 East Maple Rd, Birmingham

Timeless, luxurious, sophisticated clothing for women who appreciate quality fabrics and a thoughtful fit.

Black Friday: Double-breasted peacoat marked down to $698 (originally $998) and up to 70% off select items.

• Kiloh & Co, Online

Kiloh + Co. is a small batch boutique focused on the local lovin’ and ambitious woman.

Cyber Monday: Receive a free tumbler with purchase over $30 + free shipping.

• Lola B. Couture, 568 North Old Woodward Ave, Birmingham

Your exclusive designer women’s boutique in Birmingham, Michigan. Bringing you hot trends at the perfect prices to keep you in style for all seasons!

Black Friday: 30-60% off entire store Black Friday through Cyber Monday.

• Sundance Shoes, 235 S Old Woodward Ave, Birmingham

Family owned and operated with two locations. Come in to shop a wide selection of shoes and accessories from designer brands.

Black Friday: Shop 15-30% off the entire store until November 30th.

• TruBlue Boutique, 201 N Riverside Ave Unit C5, St Clair

Small boutique with a variety of carefully curated, high quality clothing items.

Black Friday: Starting November 22nd through November 29th, all BB Dakota merchandise is 20% off. All tops are BOGO 50% off on Cyber Monday.

Children’s Stores, Apparel Toys & Books

• Adventures In Toys, 250 West Maple Rd, Birmingham

For over 30 years this toy and book store has sold a wide variety of items for children of all ages. It is a wonderful, magical store!

Black Friday: Shop 10-15% off select items starting Black Friday through Cyber Monday.

• Lil’Rascals, 580 N Old Woodward Ave, Birmingham

Trendy Apparel and accessories as well as personalized gifts for children.

Black Friday: Shop 30% off fall apparel and 20% off the rest of the store with no exclusions.

• Toyology Toys, 119 S Main St, Royal Oak

Family owned and operated with three locations around metro Detroit. Come shop their fabulous assortment of toys-many of which you may have never seen before.

Black Friday: Receive 20% off your total purchase starting November 22nd through November 28th. *Excludes Lego, Pokemon, Beyblades (other exclusions may apply)

 Men’s Apparel

• Untied on Woodward, 223 S Old Woodward Ave, Birmingham

Making men feel confident and comfortable.

Black Friday: Shop 30% off in-store and online starting Black Friday through Cyber Monday.

• Claymore Shop, 908 South Adams Rd, Birmingham

The Claymore Shop is a men’s clothing retailer renowned for having the most discerning selection of menswear from the world’s top designers, including custom-made clothing, ready-to-wear sportswear, season-specific clothing, shoes and accessories.

Black Friday: All in-stock suits are 60% off.

• Gettees, 2461 Russell St, Detroit

Come shop luxury basics all made and manufactured in the USA.

Black Friday: Shop 30% off sitewide with code “Black30” starting Black Friday through Cyber Monday.

• Good Neighbor, 1435 Farmer St, #115, Detroit

Good Neighbor gives customers a place to connect with brands that have a purpose and offer quality, effortless styles. They exist to be a good neighbor and to make a positive impact on the community.

Black Friday: Receive 20% off purchases of $100 or more, or  30% off $200 or more, in-store and online from 9am-3pm with codes “BF2020” and “BF3020.”

Shop 50% off select items November 27th until November 29th

•  Lawrence Hunt, 801 W Eleven Mile Rd #100, Royal Oak

Known for their “professional performance” clothing come shop their famous “NO SWEAT” dress shirts and more.

Black Friday: Shop 50% off all shirts until November 30th.

Home Goods & Beauty

• Ilera Apothecary, 5203 Loraine St, Detroit

ILERA Apothecary was launched in 2015 with the values of creating plant-based skincare products with the highest quality and ethically sourced ingredients.

Black Friday: Selects items are 25% off starting Black Friday through Cyber Monday; releasing a new line with a non-profit, donating 50% of the proceeds to them.

• Scandia Home, 237 Pierce St, Birmingham

Full service European style bedding, home goods, and gift boutique.

Black Friday: Receive $100 off purchases of $500 or more.

• Delicate Beauty, Online

Take the NATURAL approach and obtain the skin you deserve! We pride ourselves on creating all natural products, which are vegan, gluten & cruelty free.

Black Friday: Shop 50% off sitewide and receive free shipping on all orders over $75. Cyber Monday: Shop 25% off sitewide and receive  free shipping on all orders over $75.

•  Talulah Belle, 307 S Main St, Rochester

Talulah Belle offers a curated selection of noteworthy designs in fashion-forward apparel, home accessories, and gifts for all occasions.

Black Friday: Receive a free gift with a $100 purchase, two gift card drawings of $100 and 10% off holiday ornaments November 27th and 28th.

Jewelry & Acessories

• Barbara Boz Boutique, 205 East Maple Rd, Birmingham

Artisanal casual-luxe jewelry and accessories.

Receive 25-75% off storewide November 23 through November 27.

• Elaine B Jewelry, 22961 Woodward Ave, Ferndale

Handmade, geometric inspired jewelry. Lightweight wearable pieces for all ages and price ranges.

Shop 20% off the Everyday collection, 10% off select fine jewelry and enjoy free shipping over $100 starting Black Friday through Cyber Monday.

• Mend on the Move, Online

Jewelry created from auto parts by abuse survivors in Detroit.

Shop She Inspires Gift Sets and Safe Keeping Wraps on sale for $25 (originally $45) and enjoy BOGO $5 sales on select necklaces starting Black Friday through Cyber Monday.

• MGDY Design, Online

Handmade jewelry with a variety of styles.

Black Friday: Receive 20% off jewelry purchases with code “20JEWELZ”.

Cyber Monday: Receive 25% off all clothing purchases with code “MGDYMONDAY” and free shipping on all orders.

• Tappers, 6337 Orchard Lake Road, West Bloomfield

Family owned and operated fine jewelry store with locations in West Bloomfield, Orchard Mall & Twelve Oaks Mall.

Shop 20% off sitewide with a few exceptions listed on the website.

 Pet Supplies

•  City Bark, 1222 Griswold St. Detroit

CITY BARK is an independent locally-owned pet supply store located in Detroit’s Capitol Park, focused on the best in natural cat and dog foods, treats, toys, and accessories.

Black Friday: Shop 20% off all holiday items, 15% off all outerwear and 25% off the treat bar in-store or online starting Black Friday through Cyber Monday. Additional sales on the most popular dog and cat foods will be available in-store only. Choose curbside pickup and get a gift card. Enjoy free shipping on orders $50 or more.

• Pet People, Online and locations across Michigan

The best foods, natural products, and an educated, passionate, dedicated and pet-loving team of associates come together to make the lives of our four-legged friends the best they can be.

Black Friday: 25% off Pet Beds, 25% of Cat Trees & Scratchers, 30% off 14oz Primal Freeze Dried Food and 5 Self Serve Washes for $50 and MORE.