Forget the mall! Shop local! Shop Southie! Pick up last-minute gifts and stocking stuffers or treat yourself to something nice! You’ll be supporting local businesses. So really, it’s a win/win! Check back as this list will be updated!
Booze + Blooms
Treat yourself to some fresh flowers at Love Child’s Bloom Bar. Or pick up a bottle of wine or craft cocktail. Book yourself a spot at one of their many workshops!
Home Decor
Deirfiúr Home has home accessories like pillows, artwork, pottery, rugs and unique gift items. Think cool picture frames, books, glassware, candles and cards!
Luxe Home Interiors has everything from small accent furniture to lamps, artwork, rugs and more!
BFD Hoodies, Hats + Beanies
Everyone on your list would love some Boston Fire swag! Follow Boston Fire Swag on Instagram and message for your purchase!
Food Lovers
Support our local restaurant scene by purchasing a gift card for a meal! Capo, Hunter’s, Loco, and Lincoln are offering a special Holiday Gift Card Special – for every $50 gift card you buy, receive a $10 bonus card!
Tuscan Kitchen is offering a $20 bonus card when you purchase $100 gift card! Also, many of our local restaurants offer swag which makes a great stocking stuffer or gift!
Shy Bird is offering 20% off virtual gift cards now through December 30th with promo code GCHOLIDAY22. You can purchase them here!
The Broadway is featuring a buy a $50 get a $10 bonus card!
Wine Lovers
Social Wines is one-stop shopping for the wine (and beer and booze) lover on your list. They have gift cards too!
Beer Lovers
Castle Island Brewing has Holiday Packs for $35
Coffee Lovers
Pick up a gift card for the coffee lover on your list! Here’s a roundup of our favorite spots to get some in Southie!
Fans of Fashion
Habit has plenty of fashionable finds!
4103 Designs has gorgeous handmade leather earrings and cuffs. Pairs perfectly with sundresses and they’re light as a feather!
Covet has unique consignment finds from vintage gems to classic staples like cashmere! They has have an impressive selection of designer handbags!
Luxe Leisure – a women’s and men’s contemporary fashion boutique have everything from apparel to accessories and more!
Bohdii Boutique features on-trend apparel, including dresses, rompers, tops, leggings and more.
The Kids are Alright
Born out of necessity, the concept for Bringing Up Baby is a fashion-forward boutique conveniently located in the heart of the neighborhood that’s warm and welcoming.
Southie Pride
Welcome to the neighborhood’s stop for original Irish imports and custom gifts – Southie’s Own. The store is family-owned and specializes in unique items including personalized wooden products, Irish emblems, Scally caps, Southie Sweatshirts and T-shirts and more.
Gift-a-Palooza
In Good Company – a new lifestyle and gift shop featuring local, handcrafted and small batch goods on East Broadway.
Neatly Nested is fully stocked with thoughtful gift ideas. From adorable mugs and wine glasses, to serving trays, tea towels, candles and picture frames, Neatly Nested has everything for home decor.
Philip’s Chocolates
Philip’s Chocolates have been around since 1952. They have a wide variety of chocolates that are perfect for mom! Some of our favorites include their “Build Your Own” 15 Piece Turtle Box or their Dark Chocolate Covered Cherries.
Top Shelf Cookies
Top Shelf Cookies features a cookie of the month club!
Say Cheese
American Provisions has locally sourced goods and natural wine and plenty of meat and cheese! Social Wines is full stocked and the wine experts can help you select your new favorite bottle!
Fitness Fans
Here’s a roundup of local gyms for those on your list who love to workout! Book a class for them or pick up a gift card!
TLC
From beauty drips to brows, our neighborhood is morphing into a beauty epicenter! We’ve rounded up some new services for those on your list that love a little pampering!
Love + Mercy has plenty of products for pampering! From luxurious hair mask to styling tools, treat yourself to some self-care!
Seaport Med Spa is offering special discounts and holiday deals, plus they are fully stocked with products perfect for gift giving or stuffing stockings!
120 Small Businesses in one Market
It wouldn’t be the holiday season in Boston without Seaport’s iconic winter experience, Snowport. Returning for the fourth year and serving as the ultimate holiday destination for Bostonians and tourists alike, Snowport will once again feature The Holiday Market at Snowport, created with The Makers Show. The luminous, open-air market, which debuted in 2021, returns in 2022 with over 120 small businesses to shop from, doubling last year’s lineup. Visitors will also find an expanded dining area and enchanting holiday décor throughout. In addition to The Holiday Market, Snowport will offer outdoor iceless curling, large-scale winter games, the Tree Market at Snowport and more! Get more details here!
Visit the Current
The Current in the Seaport has just launched the 10th edition of the wildly popular retail incubator! The Fall-Winter Current lineup includes handcrafted bite-sized cupcakes to jewelry + streetware. Get all the details here!
Did we miss your favorite small business in the neighborhood? Email us at [email protected] and we can add them to the list!
Maureen Dahill is the editor of Caught in Southie and a lifelong resident of South Boston sometimes mistaken for a yuppie. Co-host of Caught Up, storyteller, lover of red wine and binge watching TV series. Mrs. Peter G. Follow her @MaureenCaught.
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