Happy Holidays y’all! Where are you doing your holiday shopping this year? We’ve got nothing against the mall but there are so many terrific shops that are owned and operated by folks right here in San Antonio; they’re ready to serve you and your loved ones. This year let’s shop local and support these amazing San Antonio businesses!
1. Feliz Modern
110 W Olmos Dr, San Antonio, TX 78212
Art, Life and Fun are the three categories of merchandise you can find at SA’s hip boutique Feliz Modern. The bright and quirky shop has something for everyone, seriously, everyone! There is an insane amount of products available in the Olmos Park brick and mortar (over 5,000 in store!) so this can be your one stop shop! Home goods, art, apparel (for humans and dogs), jewelry and general kitsch are all available at Feliz Modern—stop in for a bright and cheery shopping experience.
2. Karolina’s Antiques
1709 Blanco Rd, San Antonio, TX 78212
Family owned and operated, Karolina’s is an emporium of uniquely SA goodness. They’ve got everything from avocado purses and serape backpacks to Lotería t-shirts and Frida-inspired jewelry. PLUS, for all you medal maniacs out there, come Fiesta season you can find loads of Fiesta Medal exclusives at Karolina’s! Not to mention flower crowns, sashes and loads of other Fiesta gear. No matter the season though, Karolina’s is offering amazing locally inspired merchandise.
3. Maddie Mac’s Boutique
2607 Vance Jackson Rd, San Antonio, TX 78213
Maddie Mac’s Boutique is turning out locally made custom merchandise. You can get jewelry, purses, bows and even homecoming mums all at Maddie Mac’s! This is the perfect spot to search for Fiesta gear, home goods, apparel and more. The best part? If you don’t find what you’re looking for Maddie just might be able to custom make it for you!
4. Bexar Goods Co.
2202 Broadway St, San Antonio, TX 78215
Did you choose to #OptOutside this holiday season? If so, you will probably be a fan of local outdoor gear retailer Bexar Goods Co. These local retailers create artisan adventure and lifestyle products including wallets, hats, duffel bags, outdoor mugs and more. They have some big sales going on this holiday season so be sure to shop early –some of their most popular items will sell out quickly!
5. The Fiesta Store
2611 Broadway St, San Antonio, TX 78215
Shopping for a Fiesta fanatic? Search no further than The Fiesta Store. They’ve got all the official Fiesta gear you could dream of: hats, apparel, barware and all kinds of accessories. Plus it’s not only Fiesta merchandise available, there’s a lot of local flavor in this store. And who knows, maybe you’ll catch Garrett working a shift too!
I absolutely love the 2019 artwork from Los Otros! This Fiesta Medal is available now for $14.99.
6. The Twig Book Shop
306 Pearl Pkwy #106, San Antonio, TX 78215
Death of the bookstore? Not at The Twig. This little book shop is located in The Historic Pearl District and has everything you’re looking for in a local book shop –all the classics, new releases along with titles from local authors and poets too! Treat the bookworm in your life to a new title for the holidays.
7. Limatus Bespoke
311 Roosevelt Ave, San Antonio, TX 78210
Suit up this holiday season. Everyone needs at least one great quality suit and at Limatus Bespoke is providing a very high quality product. These suits are custom tailored and custom made for each and every customer. Whether it’s a men’s or women’s suit, you can trust Limatus Bespoke to get the best possible fit.
8. BarbacoApparel
Pop-Up and Online
Some of the most “Puro SA” products in the city come from the folks at BarbacoApparel. They’re making products that San Antonians just get. You can find these guys at local pop ups all around the city, at their online store and now at select H-E-Bs. Tortilla humor is right up our alley BarbacoApparel, never change!
9. Bird & Pear
418 Villita St building 10, San Antonio, TX 78205
Right in the heart of La Villita, Bird & Pear are turning old Mexican dresses into your new favorite pillows, koozies, laptop covers, purses and more! Looking for something custom? Get your order in early because they’re sure to get busy this holiday season! Head out to Bird & Pear’s brick and mortar in La Villita to see where these products are handmade and sold alongside lots of fun games for kids and carefully curated kitschy gifts.
10. SA Flavor Store!
Online
While you need to be sure to check out all these awesome local spots, don’t forget about our online SA Flavor store! We have some amazing zip around purses featuring tacos, paletas and even chicken on a stick! And with our awesome selection of stickets, lapel pins and Fiesta Medals, you will find the perfect San Antonio Gift! And stay tuned—Garrett even has a few more surprises that will hit soon!
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