If you’re like us, you might be starting to freak out that Christmas is just around the corner. Maybe you’re feeling like you’re behind on shopping and preparations? Don’t worry - you’re not alone! We’re right there with you. So, to make your life a little bit easier this holiday season, we’ve put together a list of our favorite local small businesses where you can do all of your last minute shopping!
At Ampersand Living Interior Design, we are all about collaboration. After all, the ampersand sign (&) signifies the connection between two or more things. So what better way to spread joy and share success this holiday season than to connect with other small businesses that make our local community so vibrant?
Here’s a list of our top picks for local businesses where you will be able to find fabulous last minute gifts for everyone on your shopping list. We’ve put the list in order from South to North, so you can knock everything out in one trip!
Shop/Good - Del Mar
Shop/Good provides beautiful gifts for the aesthetically-minded person in your life who prefers a holistic approach to wellness and beauty.
Here you’ll find clean beauty and wellness products as well as spa services - ideal for anyone in your life who deserves to be pampered. We highly recommend their incredibly relaxing facials and always appreciate the awesome & extraordinarily well-versed team...they will always point you in the right direction if you need assistance finding that perfect gift!
Van De Vort - Del Mar
It can be really difficult to shop for the woman who seems to have it all and always looks chic! But you can’t go wrong with Van De Vort’s highly-curated fashion finds from around the world. We love their bold apparel & accessory options and sweet selection of home goods too.
They’ve made gifting even easier this year by putting together a Holiday Gift Guide on their website.
Native Poppy - Solana Beach
Not only does Native Poppy create beautiful floral arrangements and daily bloom collections - they also have a curated shop of gifts and merch!
Consider this your one-stop shop for anyone who loves flowers and unique chotskies with a girly aesthetic. Consider gifting a Wild Flower Club subscription to a special someone- you can select options for floral deliveries weekly or monthly!
Solo - Solana Beach
The restored SoLo warehouse is a creative space where eight women have come together to sell unique collections of art, home furnishings, books, and other gifts.
Here, you’ll find something unexpected for the person in your life who values the one-of-a-kind. It’s our favorite haunt for beautiful coffee table books, display-worthy cookbooks, kitchen accessories and more.
Indigo - Encinitas
https://www.indigohomeencinitas.com/
Indigo Home + Dry Goods is run by a powerful mother/daughter duo with a passion for all things lovely.
You’ll find a little bit of everything in this quaint shop - from home goods to clothing, and more. We love this spot for on-trend decor options and unique textiles. When you visit, be sure to pop next door to Healthy Creations for a gluten-free treat!
Seaweed & Gravel - Encinitas
What do you plan to get the “non-conforming-never-grow-up-weirdos” in your life? They’re bound to love something edgy and vintage from Seaweed & Gravel.
The coolest, unique gifts for both genders can be unearthed in this Leucadia gem.
Baker & Olive - Encinitas
We’re already drooling just thinking about the artisan cheeses, unique vinegars, and rich olive oils in this flavorful boutique. Charcuterie boards hold a special place in our hearts, and this spot is the ideal place to pick up the perfect additions to gift (or use at your next holiday soiree!)
A classy gift basket is always a hit - you can’t go wrong here.
Landmark - Encinitas & Oceanside
https://www.landmarkplantco.com/
This plant shop has so much to offer for the Mother Nature lovers on your shopping list. A beautiful plant and pretty ceramic pot is a gift that keeps on giving. Check out the Leucadia or Oceanside locations for greenery, candles, accessories, yummy teas & oils, etc.
Green thumb (unfortunately) not included.
Rising Co - Oceanside
This blog post is all about celebrating our community, and no one on this list does that as well as Rising Co.! This community hub is lively with retailers, a coffee shop, a co-working space, and more.
Support local makers by checking out this fun collaborative.
Communal Coffee - Oceanside
https://www.communalcoffee.com/
When you’re really stuck for gift ideas, coffee and flowers are always a good idea! And this community-driven coffee shop has tons of locations, so it will make holiday shopping nice and easy for you. They have an adorable selection of home goods and accessories to create a complete holiday gift.
Plus, who doesn’t love coffee?
Shop small and support local businesses this holiday season!
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