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Where to shop in Dallas right now: 10 must-hit stores for November

It's a busy time of the year for shopping. There are the people who are already knocking out Christmas gift-buying, and then there are those who are just getting around to purchasing their fall and winter wardrobe because the hot weather has finally ended. Whatever camp you fall in, Dallas has lots of options for great shopping this month. Here are some of the best ideas.

Amazon 4-star
Now open at Stonebriar Centre in Frisco, this store is one of only six locations of its kind in the United States. The store offers some of the most popular items on the Amazon website, including Dallas-specific products. Think everything from Echo dots and small appliances to board games, books, games, and everything in between.

Bell'Invito
It's time to start putting together your family holiday card, and there is no better place in Dallas to pick up high-quality paper products than this luxurious Design District boutique. Whether you want photo-mounted cards, gift tags, stationery, or monogrammed thank-you notes, this one-stop paper shop is the GOAT (greatest of all time, of course).

Emma Kelly & Me
Longtime KISS-FM radio host Kellie Rasberry and her 13-year-old daughter, Emma Kelly, have teamed up for a new fashion collection and e-commerce retail site, Emma Kelly & Me. The site launched in late October with a well-edited selection of handbags and "elevated basics" that are high quality, functional, and versatile — all picked by Rasberry herself and all under $100. Since the site's roll-out, they've added a number of new pieces, including a denim jacket, a versatile lace blouse, and an "everyday glam" pleated skirt. Look for even more to come soon, they promise.

Hush Puppies
Could the Bailey Chukka Boot be the official shoe of the fall? This beautiful boot comes in 17 "Worry-Free Suede" colors, which means you don't have to worry about scuffs, stains, or water. They also are super comfortable, made with "Bounce technology" that allows for the show to retain 97 percent of its cushioning after 250,000 steps. They retail for $109.95 are can be purchased online at Hush Puppies, Nordstrom, Amazon and Zappos.

JCPenney
A new format of the beloved department store has debuted at Northeast Mall in Hurst and features a coffee shop, fitness classes, and high-tech dressing rooms. The store — which even has a sleek new "Penney's" logo — is organized in a new way that caters to how people spend their time. Categories include All Day, On Point, Move, Chill, and Shine. To showcase the new store, events are being held in store through November 24.

La Ligne Pop-up Shop
Now through Christmas, enjoy the brand's first physical presence in Dallas at Market in Highland Park Village. The company, which was founded in 2016 on the universal appeal of the stripe as a timeless wardrobe staple, offers luxury, high-quality products without exorbitant prices. The pop-up will sell the newly launched Fall 2019 collection consisting of leopard, floral, and lace dresses and separates and cozy knits, as well as perennial styles. Prices range from $65 to $595. The pop-up will be open from 10 am-6 pm Monday through Saturday and 12-5 pm on Sundays through Christmas.

Max Mara Pop-up
The beloved brand is popping up to showcase its ready-to-wear and accessories collection at 100 Highland Park Village for a very limited time. Located on the second floor, the pop-up takes place from November 20-23 only. It will house classic garments including cashmere knits, silk blouses, and tailored suiting options, in addition to a selection of elegant eveningwear options and standout handbag and footwear styles. It also will feature the iconic Max Mara Teddy Bear Coat. New for Fall/Winter 2019, the Teddy Bear coat is reimagined in a bold color palette of turquoise, coral, and cornflower blue, the brand says.

Nickel & Suede
Leather earrings are set to make their Dallas debut at the end of the month. This husband-and-wife-run company is coming from Kansas City and opening a boutique across from J. Crew in the West Village. Gone are the days when quality craftsmanship in the jewelry arena has to revolve around heavy metals. These chic statement pieces are made of leather and offer a gorgeous option for those who want a quality earring without the weight. The earrings come in a variety of colors and sizes and range in price from just $25 to $35.

Planet Blue
New location, same great boho brands from this California-based boutique. They're known for laid-back yet luxurious clothes for the girl with Malibu on her mind. The new, 2,400-square-foot Dallas flagship store is now open in its new digs at 3699 McKinney Ave., between Abi Ferrin and Kendra Scott in West Village. The company also plans to introduce a new loyalty program that rewards shoppers for their holiday purchases.

Sandro
Located in NorthPark Center on level one between Neiman Marcus and Nordstrom, this Parisian brand is sure to be a big hit this holiday shopping season. Founder Evelyne Chetrite is on quest to offer clothing for women and men that is on trend yet sophisticated. The Fall/Winter women's collection shows that tweed is a popular pick here, and there's nothing not to like about that.

Variety is the spice of life, and these Bailey Chukka Boots by Hush Puppies come in 17 "Worry-Free Suede" colors.

Photo courtesy of Hush Puppies

Variety is the spice of life, and these Bailey Chukka Boots by Hush Puppies come in 17 "Worry-Free Suede" colors.

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New giant Quge-tip from Dallas-based Q-tip sells out in 24 hours

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Q-tip's Quge-tip

A giant version of an everyday product has sold out in 24 hours: Called the Quge-tip, it's a 6-foot version of the iconic Q-tip, the beauty staple that's been around for more than a century.

Measuring nearly six feet from tip to tip, Quge-tips feature enlarged swabs and a sturdy stick modeled after the original Q-tips swabs design.

The Quge-tip was released on December 9 and sold exclusively online in limited quantities for $35. Alas, according to a spokesperson for Dallas-based Elida Beauty, the parent company of Q-tip, the product flew off the virtual shelf.

"Now that they’re sold out, Q-tips is surprising fans with social giveaways," the spokesperson says.

The Quge-tip is one of two products just released by Dallas companies — both of which feel like they could be April Fools Day jokes — except that both are for real.

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Dave & Buster's Claw Purse
The Dallas-based eatertainment chain is leveling up holiday gifting with the debut of the Claw Purse, a limited-edition purse designed by Chain. The Claw Purse is inspired by one of the brand's most iconic games — the claw machine — and according to a release, is "the season's most unexpected fashion statement" for anyone who loves bold style, nostalgia, and a little bit of play.

To mark a milestone for the brand, the Claw Purse launches alongside the expansion of Dave & Buster's Human Crane, a viral, full-body game experience that turns guests into the claw — where they are lowered down into a bin of huge prizes to grab whatever they choose.

Beginning in December 2025, the Human Crane will appear in over 112 Dave & Buster's locations with additional stores rolling out nationwide throughout the season.

But back to the purse: It made its debut at Chain's Holiday House, an event at the company's HQ in L.A., where "it quickly became a crowd favorite among creators, stylists, and culture icons," or so says the release. Which also calls this "the first creative collaboration" between Dave & Buster's and Chain, bringing together Dave & Buster's beloved gameplay with Chain's signature culture-forward point of view. So maybe there will be more collaborations in the future.

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Q-tips Quge-tips
The Quge-tip is a nearly six-foot supersized version of the "iconic" Q-tip cotton swab, first invented in 1923 and the go-to for beauty, baby care, first aid, cleaning, and everyday moments that call for a gentle, precise touch.

The six-foot Quge-tip features enlarged swabs and a sturdy stick modeled after the original Q-tips swabs design — offering a new way to experience an iconic tool at a dramatically large scale, designed as a playful, oversized tribute.

The release nots that Quge-tips tap into a rising trend of consumers using Q-tips swabs for alternative tasks, which now make up a meaningful share of cotton swab use: From dusting high shelves and cleaning hard-to-reach corners to large-scale art projects.

The six-foot Quge-tip features enlarged swabs and a sturdy stick modeled after the original Q-tips swabs design — offering a new way to experience an iconic tool at a dramatically large scale.

The company insists it's a real thing — they do a very funny video mocking late-night ads for cheap products — and that after debuting at qugetips.com on December 9, they sold out of their initial run. One note: They do not reveal how many Quge-tips were sold. It could just be, like 10 that were for sale.

There's a chance they'll be doing another issue, and they encourage interested shoppers to diligently follow their social media.

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