After the big retailer Black Friday madness, Small Business Saturday provides holiday shoppers with a valuable opportunity to invest their dollars in the community they love. Local business in Savannah is booming, and several homegrown stores are offering door-busting deals this Saturday. If you want to support the local economy while finding unique and quality gifts for everyone on your nice list, head to these Savannah-based shops on Small Business Saturday.
Photo courtesy of 37th @ Abercorn Antiques
37th @ Abercorn Antiques is a prime destination this Saturday for exclusive antique gifts. Their growing collection includes artworks, jewelry, furniture and clothing in impeccable condition. You’re sure to find a one-of-a-kind piece for the ones you love at this unique antique house.
Photo courtesy of Chocolat by Adam Turoni
Make the holidays a little sweeter with a decadent box of chocolates from Adam Turoni. This Savannah chocolatier has been serving sweet teeth across the nation with his saccharine creations for years. Stop by either The Dining Room on Broughton or The Chocolat Library on Bull Street this Saturday to purchase a beautiful gift box of his award-winning bars and exquisite truffles for the chocolate lovers on your shopping list.
Photo courtesy of Diaspora Marketplace
Find a unique gift on Small Business Saturday at the Diaspora Marketplace on MLK. This marketplace is Savannah’s epicenter for African art, clothing, accessories, instruments and home décor. The Diaspora Marketplace vends original craftworks from various regions of the African continent. You’re sure to find an inimitable gift that your intended recipient will cherish for years to come.
Photo credit courtesy of Midge Clothing & Goods
Got a special lady on your list this holiday season? Keep her looking prim and polished with a beautiful garment from Midge. This Broughton street boutique is the place to be this Saturday for the latest in women’s clothing and accessories. All of the garments at Midge are made and manufactured in America, so your dollars will support local economy to the fullest extent.
Photo courtesy of Bottega Bellini
If you want to support a local business while securing a worldly gift, head to Bottega Bellini. Located in the heart of Savannah’s downtown design district, Bottega Bellini is a must-stop shop for Small Business Saturday. Their collection of high-quality Italian housewares includes hand-painted ceramics, hand-loomed linens, fine leather goods and so much more.
Photo courtesy of Lettees
Who doesn’t love a gift with their name on it? At Lettees, you can get a personalized tee, towel, tote and more for every member of the family this holiday season. Choose one of their original designs, customize it to your – or your recipient’s – liking and place it on any item you choose. Make sure to pay this creative community business a visit on Saturday.
Photo courtesy of La Paperie
La Paperie has everything you need to earn you the title of best gift-giver this holiday season. With an alluring collection of stationary, journals, candles, books, fragrances and more, you’re sure to find the perfect gift and beautiful paper to wrap it in at La Paperie. Head to Whitaker Street on Small Business Saturday to find this special shop. You won’t leave empty handed.
Chantel Britton is a Savannah native with a knack for writing and a passion for food, fun and people. She recently received her BA in English and Professional Communications from Armstrong State University, and when she’s not writing she’s serving in the US Army Reserves as a Human Resources Officer. She loves NPR and is interested in food justice, sustainability, travel and international affairs.
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