Holiday Party Shopping: Ethel and Romp, Two Fetes on West 3rd Street Tonight

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The holiday shopping parties are revving up around the city, filled with promises of merriment and good deals. And though holly is great and all, it's clear that retailers are hoping you'll deck the halls with new merch. We'll let you know about those of interest, and even if your pocketbook is not exactly overflowing, you can at least grab some spiked punch along the way.

Just a few blocks from each other, shops Ethel and Romp are both having holiday parties tonight. First up is women's boutique Ethel from 6pm-9pm (8235 1/2 West 3rd Street, 323-658-8602) offering 40% off everything in-store, plus champagne and truffles.

Then over at Romp from 7pm-11pm (7928 West 3rd Street, 323-944-0832), there will be 35% off, new Romp collections, vintage from London, launch of Mermaid jewelry, along with Mata Hari Absinthe bar, Charisma Cuisine and DJ. RSVP to Rompvips@yahoo.com. [RackedWire]