Wrap up the holidays and explore local businesses for gifts that capture the vibrant spirit of the Peach State.
For the skincare aficionado: Frankbody
Why you should support this business: Frankbody started as a happy hour conversation between five friends about coffee scrubs. Years later, Frankbody offers vegan, cruelty-free skincare products with the intent of making skincare for every type of skin and budget.
Potential gifts: The Pore-ifics Kit, Glycolic Body Scrub, Original Coffee Scrub
Check out Frankbody’s website here.
For the socially aware shopper: Flourysh
Why you should support this business: Flourysh is uniquely dedicated to spotlighting brands from women and BIPOC business owners, with a special focus on Black-owned brands, ranging from apparel to beauty care to food products.
Potential gifts: Never Fit In Vintage Crewneck, Clarence Claus Coffee Mug, Heard It All Before: A Game of Hip-Hop Samples
Check out Flourysh’s website here.
For the homebody: YOUNG BLOOD
Why you should support this business: From jewelry and ceramics to accessories and fragrances, YOUNG BLOOD has curated an array of carefully handcrafted, beautiful goods to beautify yourself and your home.
Potential gifts: Moonflower – Botanical Perfume Oil, Go Pouch Set, Scarlet Studs
Check out YOUNG BLOOD’s website here.
For the floral fiend: Foxgloves & Ivy Floral Design Studio
Why you should support this business: Foxgloves & Ivy has been curating floral fantasies for Atlantans since 1997, and is committed to only providing flowers and plants without pesticides or harmful chemicals, as well as ensuring their suppliers support fair working conditions.
Potential gifts: Holiday Plant Composition, Potted Amaryllis, Blooming Orchid Plant Composition
Check out Foxgloves & Ivy’s website here.
For a taste of the Mediterranean: Kitty Dare
Why you should support this business: Kitty Dare — named after the owner’s late friend, Kitty Dare Ethridge — is more than just food: It’s about giving customers a taste of different Mediterranean cultures.
Potential gifts: Take your friend out to a Mediterranean-inspired holiday dinner with tunisi eggplant and a lamb burger, or perhaps a brunch with shakshuka, gazpacho, and barbari toast
Check out Kitty Dare’s website here.
For the foodie: Food Tours Atlanta
Why you should support this business: You’ll get the true taste of Atlanta in this tour around locally-owned restaurants and cocktail stops.
Potential gifts: Modern Southern Food and History Tour; Ponce City Market Food, Art, and History Experience; Atlanta Beltline Craft Cocktails and Bites Experience
Check out Food Tours Atlanta’s website here.
For the green thumb: Garden*Hood
Why you should support this business: Whether you’re a novice or a plant pro, Garden*Hood is a Grant Park-located haven for gardeners in A-Town.
Potential gifts: Christmas trees, wreaths, and garlands from the plant nursery; Wreath Decorating Workshop
Check out Garden*Hood’s website here.
For the confident young girl: Beautiful Curly Me
Why you should support this business: With help from her mom, 11-year-old Zoe serves as the CEO of Beautiful Curly Me, a company dedicated to encouraging other little girls to love and be confident in who they are.
Potential gifts: Beautiful Curly Me Bella Doll, 100 Piece STEM Puzzle, Book and Coloring Book Set
