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The holiday season is the best time of the year to put extra thought into your gifting and give them something with a little extra meaning. Not only does shopping from small businesses make the gift a little extra special, it also helps to champion indie brands. We’ve tested and researched quite a few of them this year and have rounded up 12 of our favorites for 2024 below.
In our lineup, we’ve included small business finds from across all categories from fashion, to beauty and home as well. Whether you know a petite shopper who could use a new pair of jeans they know will always fit, a man in your life that could use a new wallet or someone creatively inclined that could use something new to hang on their wall, this last has got something for you! They come in at all price points, from premium to affordable, and even start at just $15. Happy shopping!
The 12 of the Best Small Business Gifts of 2024
$95
Know someone who’s always traveling around the globe to try new restaurants? They’re definitely going to love a print from All of the Restaurants, done by artist John Donohue. Each print features a restaurant from around the world, from Paris to New York, and is personally signed and numbered by the artist himself.
$188
A simple outfit can be made more luxurious in an instant with a statement belt from B-Low the Belt. The belt label is a woman-owned accessories brand that’s based out of Los Angeles that specializes in accessories and leather goods. They sell all kinds of statement belts that will be sure to wow the style icon in your life.
$60
Wanting to bring more silver into my jewelry collection, I tested out the Silver Based Studs from ALV Jewels. The small jewelry brand has tons of vintage-inspired styles for the retro-chic fashionista, including personalized engraving as well.
$70
According to Shop With Us Commerce Writer, Erica Radol, the Godinger cocktail shaker and glasses gift set is “a stunning present of Victorian pink crystal stemware.” “This is perfect,” she said. “And very Carrie Bradshaw! It comes with spirit-free mocktails, making it a universal gift for anyone on your list.”
$238
As Shop With Us Commerce Editor Samantha Sutton said, “Shopping for jeans when you’re under 5’4 is tough.” But Nelle Atelier’s styles make denim just for petites — no tailoring needed! “No need to hem or roll (or badly DIY and cut) these babies — they fit perfectly length-wise from the moment you put them on,” she said. “There are multiple styles to choose from, including trendy wide-leg and barrel options. The shorty in your life will love them!”
You save: 40%
$90$150
What I love about the Pacas solid throw blanket is that it’s lightweight and easy to travel with, yet still incredibly warm. This is because of its luxurious alpaca wool fabric that’s sourced from Peru. It comes in several modern colors, like cream, gray and light blue, and is even on sale now for 40% off when you use code STOCKING40.
You save: 11%
$33$37
Pet dog to cat lovers, the heart of any pet owner in your life will be warmed when they open up this mug with their furry friend’s face on it. I got my main coon kitty, Oliver, printed on mine and even got it with a cute blue floral background. It keeps my tea and coffee warm for hours and comes in 11 and 15 ounce sizes.
$275
My dad told me his old wallet was falling apart, which is why I’m gifting him the Ghurka Classic Wallet No. 101. The luxe wallet has a timeless style, a functional design and was handcrafted in Spain — all things my dad is looking for!
$189
Food is a gift you can never go wrong with, which is why any foodie or hostess in your life will be thrilled with the Charcuterie Kit + Handcrafted Wooden Board Bundles from Platterful. Shop With Us Commerce Writer, Savannah Born, thinks it makes a great gift this year since “charcuterie boards are trendy right now.” According to her, this spread comes with “a wooden board, tools, three cheeses, two meats, spreadables, nuts, crackers and more.”
You save: 9%
$175$192
According to Shop With Us Executive Editor, Tercius Bufete, the Crowd Cow Steak Sampler is “for the carnivore in your life.” The sampler includes New York strip, tenderloin, and rib steaks, which he said were “some of the best steaks I’ve ever made at home.”
$33
The Klean Kanteen 14 Oz. Rise Mug is for the new moms like Shopping Editor, Lauren Anderson, who thought they were “destined to never have hot coffee again.” According to her, it’s able to keep beverages “hot for up to four hours and iced beverages cold for up to 16 hours.” It’s also healthy for both humans and the environment, as it’s made with “certified 90% post-consumer recycled materials that’s free from aluminum, BPA liners, and other harmful materials commonly found in single-use plastics.”
$15
If you’ve got someone who’s always reaching fot their cup of tea, have them try the Full Leaf Tea Co. Organic Sleeping Tranquilitea. It comes recommended by Born, who says the brand “has a bunch of wellness teas” she loves, but this one is her “fave.” “Soothing and ultra-calming, this organic tea is my secret to better sleep,” she said.
