15 Local 'Cyber Monday' Deals
By Lisa White in Arts & Entertainment on Dec 2, 2013 8:00PM
Pine & Plastic Totes Sale
To pile on the already long weekend of shopping promotions, the day known as "Cyber Monday" started as a way to offer online deals after your feet are too tired from walking around shopping on Black Friday. Although we'd like to see a name change, "Cyber Monday" makes us feel a bit dirty like we're back in the old AOL chat rooms of yesteryear getting creeped on by older men.
Poor name choice aside, if you are wanting to do some more shopping with your feet propped up and pants optional on your laptop today, we've got some local businesses that are offering some sales. It never hurts to support local while getting a deal as well. We've even grouped them together if you are searching for a certain type of gift. Happy shopping!
For The Music Lover
Chirp Radio
Everyone's favorite local independent radio station is offering half off your entire purchase with the code CHIRP50 at checkout in their online store. Show your support of the station with a variety of cool branded gear.
Metro Chicago
Metro is offering 25 percent off everything (discount applied at checkout) in their online store this whole weekend. The offer concludes today, so go grab some tunes or a sweet poster from your favorite Metro show today.
For The Clothing/Accessories Hoarder
Sir & Madame
The local boutique is offering a variety of discounts depending on how much you purchase. Buy one item get 15 percent off, two items get 30 percent off and buy three or more items and get half off entire purchase (some exclusions may apply). More details on their site.
Pine & Plastic
Local designer Andrew Wayne is offering up his handcrafted totes for 30 percent off with code PINECONE1213. All bags are one-of-a-kind and eighty percent of his materials are sourced from local Chicago businesses. It's a stylish way to show your Chicago pride.
Threadless
The locally based t-shirt giants have a select group of styles for Cyber Monday. Some of the shirts start at $7 and include a wide range designs from the stylized to quirky. Check out the shirts included here.
For The Athletic/Outdoors Type
Uncle Dan's
Local outdoor store Uncle Dan's is offering 10 percent off your entire purchase today with the code CYBER13. It's a great way to stock up on winter gear and to pick up some active outdoor gifts for the adventurer in your life.
Divvy
Divvy has partnered up with Groupon to offer a wonderful deal on the local bike share program. You can purchase the annual "gear" membership for $65 or a pack of three 24-hour passes for $12.99. If you've been wanting to check out a Divvy bike and go for a ride, grab this deal here.
For The Design Fan
Delicious Design League
The local design and illustration boutique is offering 50 percent off everything in their webstore, no need for codes or any restrictions. If you or a loved one need some beautifully crafted new art, check out the wonderful selection they have here.
Shawnimals
The adorably crafted characters in the Shawnimals store are all 20 percent off today with the code SOFTERMONDAY. We might have to go pick up a few pocket pork dumplings for our desk, they are just too cute.
Sarah Becan
Local comic artist, illustrator and graphic designer Sarah Becan is offering up her book Shuteye for 25 percent off. Even better, the deal goes through the end of the week. We love the work Becan has done for local eatery Yusho, so grab Shuteye to check out more of her beautifully illustrated work.
The Local Option
The Art Institute
Today only, The Art Institute is offering 20 percent off all membership purchases. Given the usual price of admission, it is a great deal. Plus you get numerous perks and get to skip lines for certain exhibits. And the recently renovated members lounge is a wonderful place to kill time during a lazy afternoon. We think this is a lovely gift for someone and for yourself.
Chicago History Museum Photo Store
Save 10 percent off your purchase from the Chicago History Museum Photo Store with the code CYBER13. You can purchase a variety of items adorned with photos from the Chicago History Museum archives. Sure beats a coffee mug with an outline of the skyline.
Something Fun
BUCKit List Events
The local event company is offering 25 percent off their curling and "shootin' then drinkin'" events only today with the code cybermonday. They offer a variety of individual and group outings, from bar craws to target practice and group sport events. If you are looking for a more interactive holiday adventure, check out their deals here.
Next Dimension Games
This local store is offering a slew of different offers for Cyber Monday on tabletop games, books and card packs, some up to 50 percent off. Check their Facebook for a full list of all the deals they are offering today.
For Your Literal Lover
Early To Bed
Our favorite local sex positive and educational sex store is offering 15 percent everything (some exclusions apply) in their online store today. Stock up on toys, safe sex products and a variety of different gifts for your partner or yourself. It's a sure bet on a good way to keep warm during a brutal Chicago winter. For more info, check out their Facebook page.