It's crunch time for holiday shopping,
and we'll be the first to admit, we're not
quite done yet. While normally we would
resort to the ease of Amazon.com's "one-click"
shopping and two day shipping,
this year we are on a mission to slow down,
take more time, and be a little more
conscious and thoughtful of the gifts
we purchase.
Luckily, we live in a city of sprouting
local businesses where the options
for gift shopping are endless. While
some find shopping a pain, there is something
to be said about the tradition of
hand picking gifts.
Today we gathered a list of our favotie
local St. Louis shops to finish all of your holiday
shopping. Don't worry, we are adding some
online ones as well in case we didn't
quite convince you of the joys of
holiday shopping!
1. Bowood Farms
This family-owned garden housed in a renovated
warehouse offers an array of gifts, from plants, to candles
to cards! Not to mention they have an AMAZING cafe
where you can grab some lunch before or after your
shopping.
Address: 4605 Olive St, St. Louis, MO 63108
www.bowoodfarms.com
2. May's Place
This unique shop offers unique gifts of quality
vintage and antiques. You'll find a little bit
of everything here for just about everyone!
Address: 3249 Ivanhoe Avenue, St. Louis, MO, St. Louis, MO 63139
www.maysplacestl.com
3. Revive Thrift + Boutique
Similar to the unique findings of May's Place
at Revive you can find a plethora of unique vintage
and antique gifts while enjoying the eclectic atmosphere
of the shop!
Address: 2202 S Vandeventer Ave, St. Louis, MO 63110
www.revivethrift.org
4. Fauxgerty
Still looking for a gift for the uber chic special
someone on your list? Look no further than Fauxgerty.
Fauxgerty is focused on sustainable fashion through cruelty
free, vintage, or natural fabrics, and everything
is fabulous! You can find anything from
jewelry, to coats, to super comfortable
tees and sweatshirts (our personal favorites!).
Address: 228 N Euclid Ave, St. Louis, MO 63108
www.fauxgerty.com
5.Lemon Gem Kitchen Goods
Lemon Gem is a kitchen supply store
"where the morning news goes hand in hand
with hot coffee, and wine and conversation flow as
the casserole cooks." Whether your a new-bee
in the kitchen or a master chef, Lemon Gem has
everything you need! Cool Kitchen gadgets
ALWAYS make for great gifts. Not to mention,
how cute is their shop?!
Address: 4180 Manchester Ave, St. Louis, MO 63110
https://www.lemongem.com/
6. Urban Matter
Urban Matter is a home accessories and gift boutique
in the heart of South City. This shop features local makers
and artisans hand made goods. Every gift from
here is sure to be a true treasure!
Address: 4704 Virginia Ave, St. Louis, MO 63111
www.urbanmatterstl.com
7. Koho Boutique
Or as we like to call it, "that store with
the angle wings mural." From fresh trends, STL t shirts,
to fun stocking stuffers, Koho boutique is
your one stop shop for gifts sure to excite.
Throwing a holiday party? Koho also has
fun glassware that will spice up the party
and strike a few conversations.
Address: 5433 Hampton Ave, St. Louis, MO 63109
www.kohoboutiquestl.com
8. Maven
Maven is an ultra unique bath and body
products and soy candle shop handcrafted
in the heart of Maplewood. It's a true scent
lovers dream! You will get lost in all of the fun
smells in this shop, and will surely find something
for just about anybody on your list. Also perfect
for stocking Stuffers!
Address: 7290 Manchester Rd, St. Louis, MO 63143
www.mavenstl.com
9. Spotted Pig
Spotted Pig Boutique features beautifully unique accessories, gifts, furniture
and home décor for the free spirits and rustic Bohemian souls!
Their large selection of products will keep you in
the store for hours! They have so many cool
things!
Address: 9218 Clayton Rd, St. Louis, MO 63124
thespottedpigstl.com
10. Local Breweries
Got a beer lover to buy for? Perfect! St. Louis
is a gold mine of amazing local breweries, each with their
own craft beers, and giftshops. Stop by any of
the STL Local breweries to spread a bit
of Holiday BEER this year. Some of our favorties
include: Urban Chestnut, Civil Life, Four Hands,
The Side Project Cellar, Schlafly, 2nd Shift, and Center Ice.
If you're not interested in shopping the stores,
check out some of our favorite online shops!
Happy Shopping!
fox + gypsy
