With their big day just around the corner, you may be looking for the perfect wedding gift for Rhode Island's own style queen, Olivia Culpo and her football fiancé, Christian McCaffrey. You're in luck! Rhode Island is packed with awesome local businesses that are just brimming with unique and thoughtful gifts. Browse through cute boutiques and artisanal shops to find everything from handmade housewares to gourmet doggy treats for their pup. We've rounded up some of the best local spots where you can score a gift that's as chic as the bride herself!
We hear that Olivia loves a good tablescape. And really, who doesn't? From Wendy Brown Home and Stewart House in Providence to Noon Design Shop in Newport, there are plenty of great houseware options. Peter Pots Pottery in West Kingston has been making handcrafted stoneware for more than 75 years and their inventory runs the gamut from table settings and baking dishes to cookie jars and napkin rings.
Try Brown & Hopkins Country Store in Chepachet for some unique decorative touches. The oldest, continuously operating store in the state features two floors of cute home decor, locally made candles and more. (Be sure to pick up a treat for yourself at the candy counter while you're there.) Or for something really unique, check out the RISD alumni collection for pieces designed by former students.
Since they'll be spending a good amount of time in San Francisco, Olivia will probably appreciate a reminder of home. We adore the "I Love You to Block Island and Back" pillow from Block Island Trading Company. Or check out Frog & Toad and Rhody Craft in Providence for Little Rhody details like dish towels, oven mitts, coaster sets and even a Rhode Island shaped cutting board.
How about a fun gift the happy couple can take with them on the honeymoon? You can't go wrong with some wine from Newport Vineyards, paired with an adorable set of Mr. and Mrs. shirts from Up2 Our Necks in Fabric in East Providence.
And let's not forget their super-cute goldendoodle, Oliver Sprinkles. (Rumor has it he might be making an appearance as ringbearer at the wedding.) We suggest a Block Island leash or bandanna from the Mutt Hutt, but he'd probably prefer some "pupcakes" and "barkscotti" from East Providence's Power Pup Treats!
If you're lucky enough to have scored an invite to the wedding of the summer, we hope we've steered you in the right direction, no matter what corner of Rhode Island you call home.
