10 Super Cool STL Small Businesses You May Not Have Heard Of
Happy Small Business Saturday!
Here at Spotlight On St. Louis, Small Biz Saturday is a holiday in and of itself! It’s the perfect day to get all of your Christmas shopping knocked out in one fell swoop, boost the local economy, and help your neighbors all in one fell swoop!
Local businesses generate 70% more local activity per square foot than a big box store, and return 52% of their revenue back to the local economy, versus only 14 % for national chain retailers. When we spend locally it generates three and a half times more wealth for the local economy compared to chain-owned businesses, and this year, in particular, our local businesses really need our help. There are some really great locals that you’ve probably already heard of, but here are 10 other fantastic businesses that you may not be familiar with.
Whenever Bonboni Mercantile Co. is open you can’t go wrong taking a visit, and a number of her well-crafted stock can be found online too. From holiday items to accessories, clothing, baby, home goods - she’s got it all and it’s super cute. Absolutely a perfect place for those people you’re not quite sure what to get and are hoping inspiration will strike. Just like Union Studio. Plus, have you seen Lauren’s holiday windows at Bonboni? Phenomenal.
First things first, Lux & Nyx is having a fabulous Small Biz Saturday sale right now, and you should care because Lisa’s bags are fabulous. The brainchild of the delightful Lisa Hu, Lux & Nyx has created the perfect everything bag for the working woman on the go. And several more you’ll dream about. Plus a portion of proceeds goes to building schools and supporting female empowerment organizations around the world, plus she’s keeping sustainable fashion in mind.
Kerry Cottage - this adorable shop on Big Bend just up the street from the main drag of Maplewood is your source for all things Irish - from Waterford Crystal to wool scarves to McVities and so much more!
Chick’s Craft Company - love your fur baby? Think they’d look even cuter with a bow tie or a bandana? Chick’s Craft Company has you covered with her Etsy store - the best part? Cause she’s a local she’s got local options like the St. Louis Flag, Billikens, Mizzou, Cards, and Blues among her many fabulous designs.
Dottie’s Flour Shop - Tucked away in a not so obvious corner of Ladue, this super cute shop will have you dreaming of a storybook kitchen. Seriously, they have the coolest serving dishes and the prettiest kitchen gear you can find anywhere. Plus they sell pie. Beautiful instagramable pies that include vegan or dairy-free options as well as traditional pies.
With Simple Space St. Louis Erin Raynes blends interior design, functionality, and coaching for design projects in your home big or small.
Paintings, ornaments, stickers, events and more, Dionna Raedeke has a wide range of colorful artistic options for you.
Hygge may be all the rage nationally, but did you know you’ve got a local source right here? Bee Hygge offers handmade quilts, wall hangings, pillow covers, candles and bags, plus face masks, mugs, stickers…everything Hygge!
On a similar note, we have a ton of beautiful local candles to choose from. You may have heard of GLOW and Twinklebrews, but have you heard of Virago Candle Studio? She offers all the smells of the season such as blue spruce and peppermint & hot chocolate, but also has a Gooey Butter Cake candle and any candle accessories you may need.
Soaplife360 isn’t just soap. We’re talking a whole wellness line here. Everything is made with a botanical base and it’s a wide ranging line from hydrating masks to acne treatment to lips to natural deodorant.
You didn’t think I could leave you with just 10 businesses did you? Here’s a list of some more fabulous St. Louis small businesses as a bonus! Happy Small Business Saturday!
Alice Blue Collective, Arden Starling, Artisans In The Loop, AUDRA, Baked T’s, Beltshazzar Jewels, Big Heart Tea Co., Big River Running, Butter Love by L.C., Byrd Designer Consignment, Cheree Berry Paper, Civil Alchemy, Claire Flowers Shoes, Componere Gallery, BUDS Florist, Daph, Dakota Grizzly, Descendant, Elleard Heffern Fine Jewelry, Feeling Moody Goods, Forsyth, Goebel & Co., Golden Fig, Golden Gems, Greetabl, Happy Up, Imagination Toys, Ivy Hill, Joya, K.Ferrara Color, Kate Pollmann Jewelry, Korédé, Lark Skin Co., Left Bank Books, Lola Ogbara, Lorraine STL, Lusso, Mahnal, May’s Place, Millbrook Pharmacy, MOModerne, Paperdolls, Parker’s Table, Place Value Pottery, Praxis Design Studio, Provisions STL, Sammy Soap, Series Six, The Silver Lady, Subterranean Books, Summersalt, Sutton Lasater, The Normal Brand, RF Home Co, Your Coach Meg, Unbounded Goods, Urban Matter, The Vault, Vintage Vinyl, Wizard’s Wagon