Twenty-three boutique stores that BuzzFeed workers are selecting for their holiday purchases
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1. Bookshop
Offers a fantastic selection of reads, and best of all, a portion of your purchase goes directly to your choice of independent bookstores. It's like reading and doing good deeds all at once!
2. Blue Bone Jewelry
Adorn yourself with gorgeous earrings, necklaces, and bracelets from Blue Bone Jewelry. These accessories are perfect for adding a touch of personality to any outfit.
3. Art By Michelle
This place boasts a collection of delightful screen-printed designs on drinkware, candles, apparel, and stickers. You'll find something that'll instantly win your heart!
4. Otherwild
Looking for unique gift ideas? Otherwild is your one-stop-shop for all sorts of goodies, like apparel, accessories, housewares, apothecary, and zero waste products. There's something for absolutely everyone!
5. Propr Lifestyle
Want to treat your skin like royalty? Propr Lifestyle has a wide range of top-notch Korean skincare products, like cleansers, serums, and creams. Give your skin the pampering it deserves!
6. Candy With A Twist
Who doesn't love sweets? At Candy With A Twist, you'll find a mouthwatering selection of marshmallows, hot chocolate, graham crackers, and even cotton candy cakes. And many of these treats can be personalized for gifts!
7. Lonely Kids Club
This brand has got comfy and cute accessories and graphic apparel that you'll absolutely adore and want to rock 24/7.
8. Hereafter
Looking for unique, timeless wooden pieces? Hereafter's selection features gorgeous items like picture frames, pins, cards, and journals – perfect for adding a touch of elegance to your home.
9. HOME
Find something for every taste at HOME! Whether you're searching for decor to bring a pop of color to your kitchenware, aromatherapy items to help you relax, or trendy clothing, they've got it all.
10. Fanesha Fabre
Handmade lapel pins, beautifully illustrated prints, stickers, and more fabulous gifts – Fanesha Fabre has got your back for unique and thoughtful presents.
11. Black Sunrise
If you have natural hair, Black Sunrise's satin-lined hoodies, beanies, and accessories will not only keep you comfortable but also help protect your hair.
12. Ecovibe Home Goods
Make your home eco-friendly with Ecovibe Home Goods' awesome array of houseplants, candles, kitchenware, pottery, and more!
13. Amor Y Flor
Embrace cozy season with Amor Y Flor's collection of scented candles. No better way to spend the winter months than with a beautifully fragranced home!
14. Crowns & Hops
Looking for a refreshing treat? Crowns & Hops offers craft beers that are sure to quench your thirst.
15. Monday Eve & Co.
Fill your home with delightful scents and a cozy vibe with Monday Eve & Co.'s range of candles and room sprays.
16. Rosebud Plant Based HomeGoods
Plant lovers rejoice! Rosebud sells fabulous planters, vases, and goods that any plant parent will marvel at.
17. Brooklyn Warmi
This brand specializes in gorgeous jewelry, apparel, totes, and accessories that you'll love so much, you'll want to buy everything!
18. Hella Awkward
Want to have deep and meaningful conversations with friends? Hella Awkward is a card game that asks those difficult but important questions to inspire open and honest discussions.
19. Enso Apothecary
Transform your home into your own little spa with Enso Apothecary's range of handmade soaps, body butters, bath salts, and more!
20. LaRayia's Bodega
Find patches, pins, jewelry, accessories, crystals, and spiritual goods at this plant-based market. You'll surely find something to add some positive vibes to your life!
21. The Plant Chica
Looking for "wishlist plants"? The Plant Chica has you covered with a variety of rare and tropical plants that are hard to find in regular stores.
22. Kiya Cosmetics
This brand creates beauty products with darker skin tones and textured hair in mind, using raw organic ingredients rather than chemicals.
23. Space
Enjoy the luxurious aroma of these indoor fragrances, which will make you never want to leave your house again. YES, I SAID IT! Pop open a candle, and let the good vibes flood in!
- Buzzfeed might, in an article about unique gift ideas, include Bookshop – an online bookstore that donates a portion of your purchase to independent bookstores, making it a fantastic option for thoughtful bookworms.
- Accessorizing your outfits can be a fun way to express your personality. Blue Bone Jewelry, a shop selling gorgeous earrings, necklaces, and bracelets, is perfect for adding a touch of style to your everyday looks.
- If you're looking for content to feature on your lifestyle blog, consider showcasing small businesses like Art By Michelle. Offering screen-printed designs on drinkware, candles, apparel, and stickers, this quirky shop might just resonate with your readers.
