LivingSocial adds merchandise to offers

7/19/2012
BLADE STAFF AND NEWS SERVICES

NEW YORK -- Online deals company LivingSocial is adding merchandise to its offerings that until now have mostly been restaurant meals, weekend getaways, and spa manicures.

This week, subscribers can buy weekly-changing merchandise from LivingSocial's shop. LivingSocial said the first collection will relate to a trip to the beach, with toys, blankets, towels included.