With the convenience of online shopping, why should I get out and shop local? Online shopping is so easy today and it’s projected to grow dramatically over the next 5 years. Online shopping is great when you can’t find an item locally, or to research a variety of product options and compare prices.
Local retailers provide superior customer service, with a real person to answer your questions and help you with your purchases. An experienced, well-trained sales person can add value to your purchase, reducing the number of mistakes that are made when shopping online or impulsively.
In a store, you can see and try products before you buy them. In one recent survey, 85% of shoppers said they like to shop in stores because they like to “touch and feel” products before deciding what to buy. We take it a step further, allowing customers to take lamps and shades home to try them “On Approval”. This is definitely a plus when decorating a home or office. Lamp size, shape and color all contribute to the overall look and feel of a room.
So do your research online, but please shop locally as much as possible. Open the door of a local small business and see what they can do for you. Supporting these unique stores will help keep our local economy strong. To all our loyal customers, we appreciate your ongoing support. Thanks much! Marianne
