2023 Gift Guide

'Tis the Season to Shop Local

It's officially the season of GIVING. Shop local, support Saint Paul businesses and find the perfect products, experiences, and so much more for everyone on your list. We’ve taken local boutiques and have highlighted gift ideas that can be shopped at each one to make gifting easy as pie. Whether you're shopping for a fashionista or the kiddos, these Saint Paul businesses and their teams will ensure that your holiday season is merry and bright.

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Gifts for the STYLE ICON

There's a FASHIONISTA in every family and every friend group. The pressure may feel like it is on, but at these Saint Paul boutiques, it won't be. The smaller you shop, the more personalized the experience is. Shop intentionally for the trendsetter in your life.

Heimie’s Haberdashery

Heimie’s Haberdashery is a cornerstone of St. Paul’s retail that specializes in tailored clothing. From their selection of Ready Made garments and Made-to-Order programs, they pride themselves on traditional classic attire with…

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Scout | Handsome Gifts & Apparel

Scout is a handsome apparel and gift store located in the Twin Cities that carries a variety of planet-positive casual outdoorsy brands with a focus on environmentally conscious materials, manufacturers, and contributors.

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Enchanté and Garçon

Enchante and Garcon brings fun and feminine fashion to Grand Avenue. Enchante is dedicated to providing customers a thoughtfully curated collection of wearable fashion that is unique and expressive.

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Spoils of Wear | Sustainable Boutique

The products you'll find at Spoils of Wear on local production, organic textiles, and fair trade practices, among other socially and environmentally sustainable qualities, compared to products that are considered "fast fashion"…

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Landmark Jewelers

Landmark Jewelers is the place to shop when looking for fine jewelry, estate jewelry and fine giftware. Whether you're splurging on yourself for a day with diamonds, or handpicking an engagement ring…

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Leather Works Minnesota

Each and every item from Leather Works Minnesota are made by hand and inspected at every phase of the process. From cutting and imprinting, to piecing, sewing, and burnishing, their team of…

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Gifts for the BEAUTY ENTHUSIAST

Find the perfect gifts for the beauty enthusiasts on your list. Shop skincare, makeup, hair care and more from local shops right here in Saint Paul.

StormSister Spatique

StormSister Spatique is a woman-owned and operated beauty shopping experience to shop lotions, potions and serums for hair, skin and body. Learn More

Lip Esteem | Plant-Based, Gluten-Free Lipstick & Lip Care

Lip Esteem is a plant-based, gluten and cruelty-free lipstick company located in Saint Paul. They are also a beauty bar with over 20 years of makeover experience. Learn More

Gifts for the KIDS & KIDS AT HEART

With kids in the mix, the holiday season is a time of joy and delight. Though we live in a world of YouTube sensations and TikTok stars, the classics are always appreciated and can be found in Saint Paul.

Red Balloon Bookshop

Located on historic Grand Avenue in Saint Paul, Red Balloon is an independent, woman-owned children’s bookstore with a wide selection of books, toys, and gifts for all ages, from infants to adults…

Teeny Bee Boutique

Teeny bee is a boutique for baby & toddler clothing, toys, books & other items. It's a baby-proofed space where you can feel free to let your little one roam around and…

Mischief Toy Stores

Mischief is a toy store for all ages, featuring a rebellious selection of games, books, comics, toys,pop culture memorabilia, gifts, adventure gear, jewelry, candy, and kinetic toys.

Gifts for the EXPLORER

Shop specialized gifts for the explorers on your list. Shop everything from unique specialty bikes to travel lifestyle products and luggage for those who are looking ahead to their next adventure.

DG Pilot Aviation Collectibles & More

DG Pilot specializes in aviation and travel art & decor, travel lifestyle apparel & gifts, model planes, travel guides, puzzles, travel accessories and more.

Lowertown Bike Shop

Lowertown Bike shop is a non-profit bicycle shop located in Union Depot in Saint Paul. At Lowertown Bike Shop, they understand that a bike can be more than a vehicle to get…

The Explore Store at the Science Museum

100% of Explore Store proceeds support our mission to advance science education and equity. That means gifts from the Explore Store are a formula for exponential impact!

Gifts for the HOMEBODY

The weather outside is frightful and tis the season for homebodies. We've rounded up some cozy gift ideas that will help warm up their space as the cold weather rolls around.

Cooks of Crocus Hill

Cooks of Crocus Hill is a Saint Paul-based gourmet food store/cooking school/culinary retailer. They are also first retail store to offer cooking classes, team-building events and more while being the first to…

Petek Trading

Petek Trading Co. offers ethically sourced and carefully curated handmade goods from Turkey. They work with small businesses and artisans in Turkey and bring their goods here to the US while sharing…

Roseline’s Candles

Meet Roseline's Candles - made sustainably from start to finish, and created with the highest quality ingredients—including 100% soy wax and the safest of scents. Not only do they burn cleanly, they…

Gifts for the HOST/HOSTESS

Holiday parties are in full swing and we've rounded up some ideas in case you don't want to show up empty-handed. From artisan chocolates to locally distilled liqueurs for cocktails, bring a smile to the hostess with the mostest.

Legacy Chocolates

Legacy Chocolates makes fresh, from scratch chocolate truffles, barks, sauces, drinks, and other baked goods in their kitchen each day. All of their products are carefully handmade, and do not use any…

11 Wells Distilling

11 Wells Spirits has been distilling in East Saint Paul since 2013 using Minnesota grains, as fresh as they can get. From prohibition-style corn whiskey to aged molasses rum to smooth, botanical…

GoodThings

GoodThings is a multi-store and family-owned boutique retailer that focuses on finding trends before they appear in the mass market and strives to ensure the purchases its customers make are treasured for…

Gifts for the FOODIES

We know shopping for foodies can be tough. What kitchen gadgets or classic cookbooks don't they have? Our list includes gifts for those who love to cook, have a sweet tooth and for those who simply love to eat.

Candyland

Experience old-fashioned, sincere service, quality candies and gourmet popcorn at Candyland. You're in for a treat when visiting Candyland! Fresh hand-dipped delicacies, delicious popcorn popping all day long. Stop by today as…

Golden Fig Fine Foods

Golden Fig has what you need to create a unique gift, make dinner fantastic, impress party guests, or simply tempt your taste buds.From fine chocolate and caramels to jams, salsas, and sauces…

Penzey’s Spices

Penzey's Spices carries products from all across this planet and their seasonings are inspired by all regions. The team at Penzey's Spices make an effort to spread love and positivity through the…

Surly Bottle Project: FOUR SEASONS COLLECTION

Surly has introduced the Surly Bottle Project which a quarterly subscription service to gift your Surly diehards, local beer geeks, and connoisseurs of ale excellence friends and family. Give the gift of…