NRF projects that holiday retail sales in November and December this year will be up between 3.6 percent and 4 percent for a total between $678.8 billion and $682 billion. Consumers say they will spend an average $967.13 this year, according to the annual survey conducted.
Here’s five small businesses that you can visit for your holiday shopping this year:
1. For the guy with style: Brim
"We believe in the power of a good hat. We believe that somewhere out there there is a hat just right for you and it's our job is to help you find it. To help in this mission, Brim offers a wide selection of hats for ladies and gents from major brands to small artisan makers. Our accessories collection is based around small makers and unique finds, with a strong focus on American made." SEE BRIM'S FACEBOOK
Address: 464 E. 5th St., Dayton
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