And check off your list at local holiday shopping events
Coastal Cool
Textile fans can now shop in person for designer Emily Daws’s pillows, wallcoverings, and fabrics with prints inspired by Lowcountry waterways and fauna at her first brick-and-mortar store on John’s Island. In the 600-square-foot space, customers can also find lampshades, table linens, and a collection of upholstered furniture made in collaboration with Coley Home, including stools, ottomans, chairs, and side tables. In addition, the former dress designer offers a curated collection of gifts, candles, and pottery. Look for Daws to host launch parties for new collections, sample sales, and pop-ups with other local creatives. Design consultations are available by appointment. [505 Hayes Park Blvd., John’s Island; emilydawstextiles.com]
Palm Beach Chic
After opening its Palm Beach flagship in 2022, women’s lifestyle brand Julia Armory has opened its second boutique in the former Amanda Lindroth space on King Street. The brand launched in 2017 with a blue-and-white floral print inspired by the founder’s wedding linens and has expanded to include women’s clothing and a children’s collection, as well as toiletry bags, tablecloths, place mats, and napkins in block prints. The clothing line is known for classic silhouettes and matching sets in colorful prints and rich textures, such as dupioni silk and velvet. [445 King St., juliaarmory.com]
Shop Small, Y’all
Shop more than 250 local vendors and small businesses during Park Circle’s 10th annual Holy City Holiday Market from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on December 21. A complimentary shuttle offers rides between shopping destinations at Firefly Distillery, Holy City Brewing, and The Station Park Circle. Look for Lowcountry Local First, which will be handing out “Buy Local” tote bags and showcasing the graduates of its Community Business Academy. Other holiday markets include Summerville’s Public Works Art Center Holiday Market on December 3, Isle of Palm’s Holiday Street Festival on December 7, and the Mount Pleasant Holiday Market & Craft Show on December 14. Check Lowcountry Local First’s website for their Pop-up Palooza! events and an updated list of December markets aimed at helping consumers shift their spending to local businesses. [lowcountrylocalfirst.org]
