Take Home a Piece of St. Louis

From crop tops to crewnecks and beanies to stickers, Arch Apparel puts a local spin on quality clothing. At its brick-and-mortar location in Ballpark Village, shop the best-selling City Circle collection, get a new tee for your next game or grab a gift for beloved little ones.

At this boutique gallery in the Delmar Loop, creative hands come full circle. Shop for unique pieces from more than 80 local and national artists, who don’t adhere to a particular theme or practice. Here, the theme is art.

Assassin Vintage owners Tammy Heet and Kay Miller curate a killer collection of men’s and women’s clothing from the Victorian era to the 1980s. Inspiring sustainable, unique styling, they strive to make every piece like new, so it’s ready to wear when you leave the shop.

Cute and cuddly, Build-A-Bear Workshop’s stuffed animals add a little more heart to life. At the World Bearquarters at St. Louis Union Station, the experience isn’t only about building new friends; it’s about making memories, creating connections and letting your imagination run wild.

La’Crassia Wilderness, the mastermind behind Butter Love Skin, is committed to clean, nourishing skincare products – that work! Having suffered from chronic dryness until she discovered the power of shea butter, Wilderness helps people feel confident in their own skin.

Linen scarves, platform slides, leather totes, bone frames, birdhouses, cookbooks, local spirits – Civil Alchemy boasts an eclectic collection of functional, quality and inspired goods. Products continually change, and workshops showcase their possibilities.

Sold in major department stores nationwide since 2016, Collections by Joya opened its flagship in Webster Groves in 2023. Selling distinctive necklaces, earrings and rings, the brand is also known for its custom charm bar, where you can choose from chains, clasps and more than 100 charms.

At Dead Wax Records on Cherokee Street, owner Jeremy Miller says that customers buy a wide range of records, but popular vinyl albums, including Fleetwood Mac’s Rumours, Billy Joel’s The Stranger and The Beatles’ Abbey Road, are difficult to keep in stock.

Among the curated boutiques in Ladue, Missouri, Ellie Viv delights kids and tweens with high-end clothing, accessories and gifts. From bubble dresses to tweed jackets, the styles here bring serious drip.

At this small business in Webster Groves, owner Amy Kuntz sources handmade pieces and vintage treasures from global makers. Art and accessories, stationery and stoneware – every item emanates beauty, hospitality and joy.

This lifestyle brand inspires customers to live unapologetically with bold mantras that decorate everything from keychains to notebooks to T-shirts. Sisters Amanda Helman and Susan Logsdon design all the products, and they make many of them, including banners that empower readers.

In the heart of Webster Groves, Green Door Art Gallery sells an array of art from 36 local and regional artists, including Mary Engelbreit, whose original drawings are only available here. Smaller budgets will appreciate the prints, ceramics and jewelry throughout the gallery.

A home away from home, this specialty boutique offers a unique shopping experience in Ladue. From modern light fixtures to vintage area rugs and feather earrings to chocolate tins, the carefully curated collection will warm your heart and feed your soul.

Want to pamper yourself? Shop Herbaria’s selection of all-natural, handcrafted soaps, shampoos and conditioners. From almond-aloe to saffron-gold and lavender-oatmeal to rosemary-mint, the bars are aromatherapeutic, hypoallergenic, moisturizing and eco-friendly.

Named one of the 150 bookstores you need to visit before you die, Left Bank Books offers a diverse selection of titles in a soulful space. When buying books for the store, owner Kris Kleindienst considers popular culture, current events and new trends.

Devoted to the preservation of historic and contemporary furniture, MoModerne Design Shop is a treasure trove of unique pieces for your home. The store at City Foundry STL features hand-picked, thoughtfully sourced, one-of-a-kind objects, each of which tells a story.

Along a bustling strip of businesses in Webster Groves, Paisley Boutique offers impeccable fashion for a wide range of occasions, including date nights and wedding receptions. Here, you’ll find top brand names such as FARM Rio and Lilla P – plus, in-house stylists to meet your needs.

A vibrant fixture at City Foundry, Procure specializes in St. Louis-themed gifts that celebrate iconic aspects of the city. The singular products range from custom stickers to vintage tees to art prints. A new line of neighborhood candles also makes for a cute keepsake of your trip.

Necessary luxuries fill this gift boutique, which emanates a sophisticated yet playful air. As 1960s folk rock plays in the background and eucalyptus incense burns in the corner, customers can peruse whimsical décor, festive barware, engaging books and brilliant accessories.

Classic but never boring, this independent women’s clothing store in the Central West End has found the sweet spot between casual and caring. The friendly staff love to share confidence-boosting style tips, which will help you feel great in the outfit you choose.

Reflecting the character of the city, STL Style creates some of the most original products in town – think tees, totes, umbrellas and magnets. If you’re shopping for itty-bitty babies, the onesies featuring toasted ravioli soaking in a bathtub of marinara sauce are downright adorable!

Nestled in the Webster Groves neighborhood, this independent bookstore has been a labor of love for Holland Saltsman for almost a decade. Highly regarded as a bastion of culture, a source of inspiration and a warm welcome to all, it’s the perfect place to find your next great read.

If glass fascinates you, head to Third Degree Glass Factory, where you can see glassblowing demonstrations while you shop. If you’re nervous about transporting fragile art, check out the online store, where all the pieces are handmade locally.

A women-owned gift shop on South Grand Boulevard, Urban Matter delights customers with handmade jewelry, sustainable notebooks, contemporary planters, diverse cookbooks and beautiful hats, to name a few bestsellers.

A legendary record store in the Delmar Loop, Vintage Vinyl was ranked as one of the 10 greatest record stores in the country by USA Today. For a record with St. Louis flair, look for Chuck Berry’s Live From Blueberry Hill or The Welders’ Our Own Oddities 1977-81.

Accessible, inclusive and effective, the plant-based, cruelty-free skincare products from Whip It Goods on Washington Avenue promise to heal, nourish and revitalize your skin. Owner Ashley Morgan’s best-selling whipped body butter has a lightweight texture for long-lasting hydration.

Offering socially and environmentally conscious gifts from around the world, this ethical retailer has a story for every planter, purse and pillow. “After you spot a product, learn the story behind its creation and fall in love with it, you can’t help yourself,” founder Julio Zegarra-Ballon says.