Love it or hate it, chances are you will need to be purchasing some gifts this year to celebrate the holidays. It’s easy to order everything online, but there are so many wonderful small businesses around Long Beach that sell really unique gifts you won’t be able to find on Amazon or Etsy. Take a look and then head out to show them your support.
MERRY’S ON BROADWAY
For over a decade Merry’s has been Long Beach’s premier sweatshop-free “multicultural bazaar.” They carry clothing, scarves, bags, statues, jewelry, decor, and so much more from all around the world. 2747 E Broadway Ave., Long Beach.
CITYOLOGY
You can shop for artwork, journals, novelties, candles, souvenirs, lotion, and kid’s items. 4718 2nd St., Long Beach.
SONGBIRD BOUTIQUE
You will find a “fine selection of zany and unique gifts, for that “impossible” person to shop for.” 2240 E 4th St., Long Beach.
MADE BY MILLWORKS
This is the quintessential place to go to fully support Long Beach and our local artists & artisans. Everything in the store was made and/or designed within a 25 mi radius. 240 Pine Ave., Long Beach.
MIYAMO
They make an intentional effort at searching for items that give back in one way or another. 80% of what they carry in the store is fair trade, or has a charity closely associated with it. 4105 N Bellflower Blvd. #B, Long Beach.
THE BETTER HALF
They have unique, fun gifts and home decor, all at a reasonable price. 3974 Atlantic Ave., Long Beach.
IGUANA IMPORT GALLERY
They describe themselves as “celebrating humankind with culturally related arts to inspire curiosity, understanding, and harmony.” When you walk in you really feel like you are in a different country. 3440 E Broadway Ave., Long Beach.
