Shopping Small for the Holidays
This year has been tough on all of us, but especially on small businesses. 62% of U.S. Small Businesses reported they need to see consumer spending return by the end of 2020 in to stay in business. We can make that happen by committing to support our local community by shopping SMALL this holiday season!
Downtown Ocean Springs is known for it’s many unique shops and boutiques! With such a wide variety of stores, you are sure to find the perfect gift for everyone on your list!
Check out a list of some of our favorite, local spots below:
For the Coffee Lover
Bright Eyed Brew Co. is local favorite! Located right in front of The Inn on Washington Avenue, this little establishment serves some of the finest nitro cold brew and espresso drinks in town! Gift the coffee enthusiast in your life bags of their favorite coffee or a gift card to fuel the start of 2021!
For Someone Who Is Really Hard to Shop For
What started as a family’s desire to promote the community they loved, Hillyer House has grown over the past 50 years to become a staple in the Ocean Springs’s Downtown scene. Featuring a showroom filled to the brim with beautiful art, one-of-a-kind jewelry, glasswork, pottery, and more, by artists both local and national. Hillyer House is a one-stop-shop for something truly special!
For the Person Who Loves Self-Care
Buff City Soap features a wide range of handmade bath & body products that are free of harsh ingredients and full of nourishing plant-based goodies to make your skin happy! Shop everything from bath bombs to shower fizzies, body butters to face creams, shave soaps to beard oils, all in a delightful collection of natural scents!
For the Person Who Never Has Enough Plants
“Where Nature Meets Art…” Ocean Springs's one-stop-shop for all things garden, Courtney Farms boasts an extensive selection of seasonal plants, shrubs, and perennials as well as unique home goods! Right now, they are decked head to toe with holiday favorites, including beautiful Christmas trees! Be sure to swing by to get this year's tree and unique trimmings!
For the Art Enthusiast
Realizations is a small shop run by the family of Walter Inglis Anderson, a renowned artist of the area. This little shop is dedicated to making his artwork accessible to more people. Realizations focuses primarily on the linoleum block prints created by Walter Inglis Anderson and carries a variety of items that have been silkscreened with those images such as clothing items, hand-painted card, prints, posters and books!
Another, fun artistic inspired gift could be a ticket or gift card to the Walter Anderson Museum of Art. The WAMA is the perfect place to discover more of Walter Anderson’s work and explore how the Coast inspired him.
For the Fashionista
We all have that one friend who loves setting trends and staying up to date on all things fashion! Whether you give them a gift card or those cute booties they had their eye on, there are so many boutiques dotting the downtown streets of Ocean Springs!
Charisma, Bella Rose Boutique, Love, Ivy, Lee Tracy, Bay Collection, and Moxie Shop, just to name a few, all boast unique styles and offerings, so there is truly something for everyone!
For Anyone Living on the Mississippi Gulf Coast
Coastal City Goods is a premium gift and apparel brand with curated designs that feature the Mississippi Gulf Coast. This business was founded just under two years ago by two military spouses who fell in love with Coastal Mississippi. They have plenty of quality items from unique glasses and tees to locally poured candles and hand-painted seascapes that make the perfect gifts for visitors and locals alike! While they operate mostly online, they do offer free pickup in Ocean Springs!
For the Foodie
We’ve got the perfect idea for the the food enthusiast on your list! Gift them a gift certificate to the amazing, local spot, Vestige! Vestige is a contemporary American restaurant in the heart of downtown Ocean Springs. Owned and operated by the incredibly talented Alex & Kumi, they strive to create seasonal menus that highlight local produce and ingredients. Each week, they introduce a new, multi-course tasting menu with each course being more delicious than the last!
For the Little Ones
We haven’t forgotten about those little babies on your list! Owned and operated by beloved, local duo, "Bubs" & John Miner, Miner's Doll and Toy Store has been a staple in the Downtown Ocean Springs community since 1968. This establishment has been promoting learning, inspiring creativity, and providing joy to the little children and families of the Coast through their thoughtfully curated selection of toys.
For Someone Who Needs a Vacation
Gift a little rest & relaxation (goodness knows we could all use some after this year) with a gift certificate to The Inn at Ocean Springs! Our two suites were designed for the maximum comfort of our guests! Complete with king sized beds, plush pillows and sheets, and a luxurious, spa-like bathroom our little bed and breakfast is sure to get anyone recharged to take on 2021!