Buy Local for the Holidays

Rhode Island offers a great mix of traditional retail and unique, locally owned businesses, perfect for all your holiday shopping needs.

You'll find an assortment of independent shops in Providence, including specialty stores filled with fun gifts you never knew you needed. Craftland is a quirky retail gallery specializing in crafts made by independent artists. The store carries a wide selection of merchandise, from jewelry to housewares and clothing to gifts. Rhody Craft is another fun, colorful shop showcasing a mix of locally handmade art, crafts and carefully curated brands.

If you're shopping for a fashionista, the city also features incredible fashion boutiques. Drop into Marc Allen Fine Clothiers for the ultimate selection of menswear. Or take a quick trip over to Federal Hill and browse the dazzling womenswear collection at Garbolino Boutique.

Need a last-minute gift? Who doesn't love a nice bottle with a bow on it? The great folks at Campus Fine Wines will help you find an excellent wine or spirit to wow anybody on your shopping list.

The Providence Flea at Farm Fresh RI Market Hall offers the perfect one-stop-shop on select Friday evenings and Sunday afternoons from October through December. Discover dozens of local artisans and vendors catering to every taste and preference.

Don't fret if you've combed through every store in Providence but still haven't found the ideal gift. The Ocean State is filled with small businesses just waiting to inspire you with the gifts on their shelves.

Travel back in time while exploring the alluring vintage finds at Carmen & Ginger or browse through the wide selection of books and gifts at Ink Fish Books, both in Warren. Sort through the modern garden and home must-haves at Groundswell's multiple Tiverton locations.

Discover even more eclectic shops from all corners of the state. Find cool gifts, jewelry and more at The Purple Cow in Wakefield. Check out Cumberland's Pine Swamp Place or choose from the wild array of plants at Jordan's Jungle in Pawtucket.

Author

Greg Desrosiers

Greg Desrosiers is a freelance content strategist that loves sharing unique stories with his audience almost as much as he loves exploring the area's craft beer scene. Though he now resides in southeastern Massachusetts, Providence is forever in his heart. When he's not writing, you're bound to find him spending time with his wife Lindsey, and their son, Leo.