A NATTY NUGGET: Something to be Thankful For

After you've stuffed your bellies with a Thanksgiving Feast - it's time to stuff your bags with holiday deals...or so says the retail industry.  Black Friday is one of the biggest shopping days of the year, and consequently one of the most nightmare-ish times to do any shopping.  However, lots of online sites offer deals without the hassle of battling crowds - and THAT's something to be thankful for.

If you must shop during this time of madness - and do decide to brave the brick and mortars this weekend, do your research beforehand so you don't waste any energy fighting through the crowds for nothing.  Here's a list of a few worthwhile sales on the street, and online...

BILLION DOLLAR BABES: Online gift shop begins Friday - choose from hundreds of lux gift-able items, all at discount prices

TOBI: 25% off all regular priced items with the code CHEERFUL25, now through Sunday

COUTURE CANDY: 20% off ALL regular priced AND sale merchandise with the code SHOP20, now through Sunday

HAUTE LOOK: Shipping for only $4.95 on ANY order, now through Sunday

ZOE: 30% off fall sale starts Thursday online, Friday in store.

ONE KINGS LANE: Enjoy a $10 credit just for signing up - now through December 1st.  Plus $25 for any friends you recommend!

NOS BOUTIQUE:  Fall sale begins Friday - up to 40% off shoes and other merchandise

HELIANTHUS BOUTIQUE: Up to 40% off select new arrivals!  30-70% off other fall merchandise.

HOMESLICE BOUTIQUE:  If you're willing to make the trip Hoboken, this place is divine - all shoes and boots are 30% off now through Sunday with the password "I Love Monty" and their selection of jewelry and home decor is worth every penny - even at full price.

JCREW: Extra 20% off all sale items using code EXTRA20.  PLUS FREE SHIPPING on orders over $150.  Online Only, now through Sunday.

BANANA REPUBLIC: 30% off all sweaters and outerwear - online only, now through Sunday.

GAP: Buy one GET ONE FREE sweaters and children's outerwear - in stores through Sunday, 50% off online, now through Sunday.

-Natty