Live Local, Shop Local, Support Local.
Denver is full of awesome little boutiques, independently-owned restaurants, and plenty of opportunities to find the perfect locally crafted or sourced gifts for every special person on your holiday list. We asked Live Urban agents to share their favorite places to SHOP LOCAL:
Ryan said:I've got to send a shout out to Spruce Men's shop and Barbershop on Tennyson Street in Highlands. It's a great place to pick up a great men's gift AND get an awesome haircut at the same time!
Joy said:I love Mountain Moppets based out of Manitou Springs for baby toys and clothes! They are owned locally, and also sell locally made goodies. mountainmoppets.com
Sandi said:Tallulah Jones on 17th. Great gifts for all. I have purchased so many great gifts there, it's hard to name just one!
Michelle said:I likeJewelius on 32nd and Zuni next to Duo! The owner is extremely nice and she always has really cute clothes. I rarelyleave the store empty handed! Thegirls that work there are alsohelpful when it comes to style!
Dawn said:I love Bottle Shop 33 on S. Gaylord St in Washington Park. They have a great selection of local spirits, beer and wine. They also have vintage bar ware, interesting bitters, books about all kinds of libations and more.
Babs said:My awesome neighbor friend's Etsy shop, grapestreetgreetings.com! She'll do local delivery. Her greeting cards are en pointe and snarky and she had "Nasty Woman" dishtowels.
Katie said:Artisan Center in Cherry Creek has it all! Great local jewelry, local pottery, cards, kids books and clothing and much more! Also, their free gift wrap is simply the best! Lots of CO gear as well!
Doug said:The Horseshoe Market is a wonderful seasonal market featuring over 100 of the most talented vendors in Denver. Everything from jewelry to antiquities to clothes to food!Www.horseshoemarket.com
Kassidy said:I'm doing my Christmas shopping at the Denver Flea Holiday Edition popping up at the iconic Sports Castle on 1000 Broadway. This is your one-stop source to pick up locally-made goodsgifts for everyone on your list while enjoying craft cocktails. The market will be open Dec. 2-4 (Friday to Sunday). Everything you need to know is on their website:http://www.
Kelley said:Wish boutique and wish gifts!!
Amy said:I second Dawn's answer of Bottle 33 on S Gaylord. I also love Wish on University in Bonnie Brae. I can find any kind of gift there, whether it's a baby gift, girlfriend gift, or something for that difficult-to-buy-for guy in your life.
Emily said:One of my favorites is Pandora on 17th and Marion. Great unique gifts, lovely jewelry and all around fun stuff. My favorite thing I ever bought there was my "Emily the Strange" book...probably 15 years ago!
Jill M said:Not to suck up to Mic, but, I really love Ooh! Ahh! on Tennyson. They have great gifts for the hard to shop for, as well as myself and they not only gift wrap, they ship! Love the staff!
Rebekah said:I try to do all my holiday shopping at the Denver Art Museum Gift Shop. They also have a kid friendly shop on the North Building. I score big with ear rings for ladies on my list from local designers. Members Shopping Day is December 5 with a drawing for 20% off or more discounts. Gift wrap included that day. You will find me wrap station that day.
Kelly said:I love Wordshop in Highland Square. I go in for one gift and always buy 5 (with a few for myself). Just recently bought a pair of small, gold hoop earrings that have become my absolute favorites. Plus Jill gives amazing suggestions and helps with the hunt.
Alli said:For all things home, including organic home cleaners, I love River North Workshop Co inRino!For clothing & jewelry I loveJeweliusat 32nd & Zuni. She has beautiful jewelry that is well priced and super cute clothing!Yayfor supporting small and local businesses!
Do you have a favorite locally-owned place in Denver that you think should be included on our list? Let Stacie know, she will be happy to add it!
Happy Shopping!
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