We understand the tribulations that come with squeezing in holiday shopping in between micromanaging the kids, work and all in between. If you’re anything like us, you still have a few gifts left to put under the tree this year… In order to make life easy, why not stop and shop local on the way home this week? We’ve put together a list of unique shops around town that offer something for everyone on your last minute gifts list.
Last Minute Gifts For the Little Princesses:
This unique boutique, located in St. James is every little girls fantasy shop. Buttons and Bows is an adorable couture dress shop, offering personalized apparel for both Boys &Girls. However, if you’re looking for a special dress for New Years, an upcoming occasion such as a holy Communion, Christening or a wedding, this is the place to shop. In addition to offering the most stunning dresses and suits, Buttons and Bows offers unique gifts for young children and infants that will dazzle parent and child this holiday season.
Buttons and Bows is located at 415 N Country Road in St. James. Call (347) 267-8059 for store hours and information.
Last Minute Gifts For Children
Cottontails, located in the Stony Brook Village Center, is the place to shop for the highest quality in children’s apparel and toys. This family owned boutique, has been in business for over twenty-five years for a good reason. Their selection of unique apparel and gifts for baby, toddler, children and tween is carefully curated. Shop for educational toys and books or make your special little ones wardrobe extraordinary. The shop owner and employees are personable and will work with you to help pick out the perfect holiday gift for that special little Angel (or devil) you can’t say no to.
Cottontails is located at 113 Main Street in Stony Brook. Call (631) 689-9147 for store information and hours.
Last Minute Gifts For the Host/Hostess
It’s bad form to come to a holiday soiree empty handed… Hither Brook Floral & Gift Boutique on Lake Avenue in Saint James offers a unique selection of seasonal ornaments, embellishments and Home Accents. They also offer a Bouquet of the Month membership, that is perfect for the year round gardener. Hither Brook’s store mascot, Jameson, an adorable little pug is also offering free kisses and cuddles when you shop local at his boutique store!
Hither Brook Floral & Gift Boutique is located at 438 Lake Avenue in Saint James
Last Minute Gifts For the Fashionista
This years hottest trends include some of the best hits from the nineties, like Chokers and Cold Shoulder tops! Mint Clothing Boutique, in Stony Brook Village shopping center, offers a hot mix of the most current, stylish fashions. Select the perfect dress, trendsetting apparel, handbag or accessory for the woman in your life who lives for style. We highly recommend choosing from Mint’s gorgeous collection of druzy gem necklaces, earrings and bracelets.
Mint is located at 119 Main Street in Stony Brook. Call (631) 675-0263 for store hours and information or visit www.ShopMint.com
Last Minute Gifts For the Fellas
The Smithtown Running Company is a specialty shop offering activewear, health and nutrition gadgets, sunglasses and electronics. Weather your special guy loves to tailgate or run in the cold winter months. Layering up in sweat-wicking shirts and pants will keep the cold out. The specialty store also offers expert shoe fittings, GPS and Heart Rate monitors and a wide selection of high-end products from all the major running brands. Smithown Today recommends compressions sleeves, pants or socks.
The Smithtown Running Company is located at 91 E. Main Street in Smithtown.