"But despite those concerns, shoppers hit the stores in full strength on Black Friday, with some even sipping champagne as they searched for discounts on the day that traditionally kicks off the holiday shopping season. Just outside New Orleans, shoppers flooded Lakeside Shopping Center to see what deals they could find. The mall offers champagne to Black Friday traditionalists while they shop, as long as they have a receipt of at least $50."
"Both the massive Mall of America in Bloomington, Minnesota, and Westfield Garden State Plaza in Paramus, New Jersey, reported strong customer traffic on Friday and said Black Friday would once again rank as their busiest day of the year. "We are off to a great start," said Jill Renslow, Mall of America's chief business development and marketing officer. The line to enter the shopping and entertainment center started forming at 3 p.m. on Thursday, Renslow said."
Shoppers filled stores on Black Friday, pursuing discounts and maintaining holiday-shopping traditions even amid economic concern. Lakeside Shopping Center near New Orleans served champagne to shoppers with receipts of at least $50, supporting local traditions despite shrinking budgets. Shoppers emphasized celebrating within personal financial limits while seeking bargains. Major malls including Mall of America and Westfield Garden State Plaza reported strong customer traffic and anticipated their busiest day of the year. Mall of America noted lines forming Thursday evening and significant early-morning foot traffic. Consumers appeared more discerning and deal-focused yet remained willing to splurge for important occasions.
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