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10 Places to Get Your Last Minute Shopping Done

Visit these stores to grab the last minute gifts you need to celebrate the holiday!

If you do not have all your holiday shopping done, you are not alone. For you all you fellow procrastinators out there here are a few ideas for last minute places to shop before gift exchanging commences.

 

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No one likes to be the smelly one in the group. Perfumania offers designer perfumes, colognes, lotions, hair products, make up and gift baskets. You can easily find something for those last few people on your list here. It is conveniently located within the Tanger Outlets so you can stop in a few other stores if you need as well. 631-369-6394.

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This outlet stores features Timex watches at discount prices. In an age where most people use their cell phones to tell time, there is something nice about having a classic watch to wear and rely on. They carry men's, women's and children's watches. Here you can pick up one for each of the people left on your list! 631-208-1616.

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If you're running low on time a stop off at a bookstore will only work best if you know who you're buying for. The right book is a perfect gift, but if you're on the fence about what you think your friend or family member might like, go for the gift certificate.

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This local business carries soy candles and bath and body products. Right now they are featuring their Christmas tree candle! Some products cost as little as $4.50. For the cold winter months these candles will keep homes fragrant and cozy! 631-727-6506.

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This store is a great stop to grab a few gifts for all of the remaining people on your list. Here you will find glass ware, coffee mugs, decorations, wall art, candles, jewelry and more. Reasonable prices make it easy to get your shopping finished. 631-369-0215.

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This store offers many options to make your last minute shopping simple. Choose from picture frames, posters, kitchen ware, wall signs, globes and even pet collars. They even feature gifts under $25! 631-727-4813.

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Since they are open 24 hours every day through Christmas Eve, you should have no problem finding the time to grab some gifts. Besides the endless amount of toys that you can find here for kids, board games make for good adult or family gifts. You can also find books, video games and memorabilia. So, don't grow up, and go be a Toys R Us kid. 631-369-2649.

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Everyone needs to stay warm and Old Navy makes that easy with their affordable winter apparel. Select sweaters are $10. Pick up a scarf, sweater or hoodie for each of the last people on your list. They carry men's, women's and children's clothing and accessories. 631-369-5719.

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Everyone can use some creative in their life. Even if the people on your list aren't artistic, there are many crafts and kits that can be purchased and easily put together or done as a family. In addition, Michael's features wall art, frames, scrap booking materials and other miscellaneous home décor items. There is something here for a person of every age! 631-284-2201.

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Choose from movies, music, video games, iPhone accessories, phone accessories or gift cards. Best Buy offers items that will make your last minute attempt to finish shopping easy. Grab a movie for each person on your list or get a few iTunes gift cards! 631-369-4150.

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