The Economy Hits the Hampton

Edited by FashionIndie

“We’re making adjustments we’ve never made before,” said Billy Lawson, owner of Shoe Inn, which operates locations in East Hampton and Westhampton. “Our Hamptons stores used to be a way to extend our margins … [but] this year, we opened on Memorial Day with a sale. We [have to compete] with New York prices.”

I feel better knowing it’s not just me…