Thanh Truong / Eyewitness News
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METAIRIE, La. -- Despite slumping national retail sales figures, many local stores and stands at Lakeside Mall are thriving.
At Lee Michaels Fine Jewelry, a Louisiana-based jewelry company, a steady stream of customers was flowing on Christmas Eve. Henry Marquar doesn't consider himself a procrastinator; he said he's just been busy.
"I'm here for my girlfriend. I like the combinations they're showing. This is the year I'm splurging," said Marquar.
He was in good company at the jewelry store.