Online Shopping
I’m a big advocate of shopping locally or shopping during your travels, however, we all have friends and family that live far away that we want to remember at different times throughout the year. Plus sometimes we can’t find what we want locally, so we often shop online for ourselves.
I’ve surfed the Internet and have found some of the most alluring shopping Web sites around. I invite you to browse through the lovely online boutiques I often feature in blog posts under my Shopping category.
The below online boutiques figure among my favorites and even better, they are all offering a 10% discount to Bonjour Colorado readers. Be sure to enter Bonjour in the promo code or mention Bonjour Colorado to receive this added reduction. KNOW THAT IN SOME CASES THE CODE IS CASE SENSITIVE, SO BE SURE TO TYPE IN Bonjour CORRECTLY.
Come back soon to find more!
The Finest Chocolates and Other Irresistible Treats from Telluride Truffle
O.K., I hate to be boastful but I do know a thing or two about chocolate. I once conducted Chocolate Lovers’ Tours in Paris and chocolate shops have always been prominently featured in my books. Thank God I discovered Telluride Truffle just a couple of weeks after having moved to Telluride. These chocolates are extraordinary and in my expert opinion, rival those of Paris’s most renowned chocolatiers. Read Holidays and Every Day: Quality Not Quantity to find out more. Go to TellurideTruffle.com to begin your shopping now. Type in promo code Bonjour in the Redeem Coupon Box to receive your 10% discount on online orders.
Ruth’s Tempting Toffee
Extra-ordinary Toffee
Just outside of Telluride, there’s a little lady by the name of Ruth that makes the most mouth-watering toffee you’ll ever taste. Her crunchy almond confection, known as Ruth’s Toffee, has become a favorite of mine since I first tasted it some time ago. It’s easy to tell that it’s artisanally made and heaps of love are added to every batch. The price is right, too. Mention Bonjour Colorado to receive a 10% discount.
Henri’s Reserve Champagne Boutique
Henri’s Reserve
Henri’s Reserve is a curated e-boutique of impossible-to-find artisanal champagnes, creative gifts and first-time bubbly experiences.You may choose from Champagne Gifts, Tasting Gift Sets and Champagne Clubs at price points starting at $45. Their packaging is divine and they also offer complementary gift wrapping and free shipping on any twelve bottles. Vive Henri’s! Vive la France! Read more of what I have to say about Henri’s Reserve at Champagne Cheers from Henri’s Reserve. Use Bonjour code to receive your 10% discount.
Quel Objet for the Best in French Goods
Music Box Cookie Tin from Quel Objet
So by now you must know I love France and all its treasures. After having written four shopping and touring books on France, (three on Paris, one on the provinces), I think I can call myself an expert in French products. Shopping at Quel Objet is like taking a whirlwind tour through the best France has to offer. From vibrantly-colored linens to French market baskets to authentic espadrilles and butter biscuits from Brittany, you’ll find a plethora of alluring made in France goods at this bright and cheery online boutique. The owner of this fine emporium of French products has such lovely taste that she even features my new book, A Tour of the Heart! Type in Bonjour to receive your 10% discount.
Alpen Schatz Alpine Treasures
Alpen Schatz Swiss Dog Collars
Alpen Schatz started out by importing Swiss dog collars, beautiful handcrafted works that depict alpine scenes in brass and silver on leather bands. Men and women can also be a part of the 250-year old tradition from the Alps by donning a fashionable belt, also adorned with the same iconic images of Switzerland. You can find these along with Italian silk scarves, Edelweiss-inspired jewelry, imported felt hats and home furnishings such as hand painted Old World wooden wall plaques and traditional European arts and crafts including holiday table ornaments, both of which are pictured above. Mary Dawn DeBraie, a proud Europhile who lived many years in Germany and England, founded Alpen Schatz, the Web-based company and its showcase boutique. We’re friends and I’ve featured our travel adventures together (sometimes with her dogs) in several stories. You can also buy signed copies of my new book, A Tour of the Heart, from Alpen Schatz. The shop is located in Telluride, so stop by next time you’re in town! Alpen Schatz is offering BonjourColorado.com readers a 10% discount on online orders. Just type in Bonjour upon check out to receive your special price.
Autographs and Collectibles from The Autograph Source
Lincoln Document from The Autograph Source
If you’re looking for something truly unique and meaningful, check out The Autograph Source. This Aspen-based shop and online boutique sources investment-quality historic documents and sports, music and movie memorabilia from all over the world. There’s something for every collector in every price range at The Autograph Source. Type in Bonjour into the comments section to receive a 10% discount.
Cinnamon Wear
Soft Offerings from Cinnamon Wear
Ooooo baby, it’s cold outside. We know a lot about that here in Telluride, Colorado, a mountain town high in the Rockies where many of us don base layers from November through April. And we love it, especially when they’re made from bamboo fleece, a plant-based, breathable fabric that’s oh-so soft and comfortable. Based here in T-ride, Cinnamon Wear offers a variety of base layers that are so lovely you’ll want to wear them “for show.” You’ll also find lots of cute tops—many of which are hand-stenciled—in this homegrown online boutique. Call Susan, the owner, to discuss your shopping needs and be sure to mention Bonjour Colorado to receive your 10% discount.
The Best Toys and More for Cats and Dogs from Purrfect Play
Hours of Play with Purrfect Play
Who doesn’t want to spoil their pets? If you (or your friends and family) have a cat you absolutely must order some of Purrfect Play’s organic cat toys. They are the best ever—I promise you. My two babies delighted in months of sniffing, snuggling and kicking with these products, all made from organic, natural fibers. I have not tested Purrfect Play’s dog toys but I can only imagine that they’re a big hit with the pups as well. Type in promo code Bonjour to receive your 10% discount.
Kim from Fresh Soap Company
Handmade Soaps and Other Gift Items from Fresh Soap Company
I discovered these lovely products during a trip to Breckenridge, Colorado. Kim Nieuwoudt bills herself as the owner/artist/ chief dish washer of Fresh Soap Company, a lovely little establishment tucked within this historic mountain town. Online shopping from Fresh Soap Company is almost as fun, so enjoy perusing Kim’s selection of delectable-looking handmade cold process and glycerine soaps. Her bath bombs and scrubs look and feel pretty zippy, too. Type in code Bonjour to receive an extra 10% off.
