FOURTH WATCH: Independence weekend sales!

Once a year, we like to pretend that grilling hot dogs, watching fireworks and driving five hours in traffic is what it means to be truly American. But let's be honest: there's nothing more patriotic than consumerism.

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FOURTH WATCH: Independence weekend sales!

POSTED: Friday, July 1, 2011, 3:00 PM

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Sunny romper from Arcadia Boutique

Once a year, we like to pretend that grilling hot dogs, watching fireworks and driving five hours in traffic is what it means to be truly American. But let’s be honest: there’s nothing more patriotic than consumerism.

That’s why this weekend we should all quit the act and take advantage of the sales that make this country so great — just tell yourself you’re stimulating the economy. Here’s a rundown of what's not-to-miss this weekend.

Arcadia Boutique sells eco-friendly fashion, including delicate jewelry, feminine dresses and even some items for men and children but for a price — which is why I’m looking forward to the 20-percent discount off everything in-store and online, plus a $50 and under rack. Use code FIREWORKS at checkout at both store locations. 819 N Second St. and 265 S 20tt St.

After visiting Eastern Europe, I’ve come to appreciate the many opportunities that abound in America—and by that I mean the thirty-plus brands of jeans made in the USA available at Charlie’s Jeans. This weekend, everything in the store will be 25 to 50 percent off. Just don’t go overboard and try to pull off the whole jeans and jeans jacket look. 233-237 Market St. and 1735 Chestnut St.

Another beautiful thing about my country—when we get sick of our stuff, we import. Omoi is adorable, chalk full of Japanese pop-culture clothing, accessories and wacky home goods like surfboard-shaped incense burners and shot glasses shaped almost too realistically like wild moose and rabbits. The summer clearance lasts through this weekend, with 40- to 70-percent off many items. 1608 Pine St.

To feel a better connection to our forefathers (or, rather, our fore-fashionistas of the 20^th century) check out the carefully chosen vintage selections for men and women at Sugarcube. If you haven’t yet been to Sugarcube or you have and already love it, the 30-percent off sale on everything other than denim and accessories will be a good reason to sneak away from another performance of “Yankee Doodle.” 124 N. Third St.

To redeem yourself after the matching flag-print outfits you and your brother sported four Independence days in a row, this year try a tie-dyed red, white and blue maxi dress or a striped dip-dyed boyfriend tee from Lucifer — 15 percent off your purchase. 350 S 15^th St.

If you must go to one barbecue this weekend, let it be Reward Boutique’s barbecue today from 5-9 p.m. for free hot dogs and beer. The store’s unique clothing and shoes for men and women will be 60-percent off all weekend. 55 N. Second St.

No Philly boutique better typifies the American dream than Joan Shepp¸ the place we’d all shop if we were as rich as George Washington. Find up to 50-percent off pieces from designers including Comme des Garcons, Givenchy and 3.1 Phillip Lim. 1616 Walnut St.

After you’ve made off with some great deals, be sure to say a quick thank you to the Founding Fathers. If it weren’t for the American Revolution, we still might be wearing petticoats and breeches.

(grace.ortelere@citypaper.net)

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