The past few years in Austin have brought a ton of new businesses to our city, and many of them of mega brands with chains of stores around the world. We are still trying to wrap our heads around there being an Hermes store on South Congress!
That’s why we are launching a guide to the local shops we really love—as a resource for Austinites and visitors to find what’s truly unique in Central Texas. Just in time to get a jump on the holiday shopping season, check out our list of places where you can shop smaller and invest in pieces you can’t find everywhere else.
Gifts
Uncommon Objects
UO was born in 1991 as the brainchild of current proprietor, Steve Wiman, and his business partner at the time, Ed Gage. Steve and Ed grew the business from its original small location which housed 5 dealers to the larger space that the shop occupies today where 24 hardworking antiquers currently show and sell their treasures.
1602 Fortview Rd.
Austin Gift Company
The Austin Gift Company was started at the turn of the century to provide Austinites, tourist, movie sets and the occassional politician a store for one stop shopping. With over 150 booths stocked with merchandise provided by locals you will get a taste of all of what Austin has to offer. From handmade jewelry, stained glass, and soap to Longhorn, Keep Austin Weird and Texas souvenier merchandise. If you don’t need it, they probably have it!
Atown
Owned by true locals, this super fun shop on Burnet has a handpicked selection of unique goods. Shop Austin-themed gifts, novelty items, and T-shirts in the same space as local artwork, jewelry and accessories, and an assortment of playful novelty and gift items. They are proud to offer an array of items made in the USA and we support many locally made goods.
Sweets and Treats
Big Top Candy Shop
Big Top Candy Shop has been a South Congress staple since October 2007. Decked out in antique circus memorabilia and dubbed “The Most Amazing Candy Store the World has Ever Known,” Big Top boasts a fully-functioning old-fashioned soda fountain and ice cream case, specialty chocolates and fudge, over 400 bulk candies, and over 3000 wrapped candies – from nostalgic favorites to new creations from across the globe. Satisfying the sweet tooth of kids of all ages, Big Top invites everyone to step right up and join our sugar-filled world!
1706 South Congress Ave.
Lammes Candies
The fifth generation of the Lamme family continues the legacy of world famous confections with this full-line candy company offering more than 1,000 items. With seven stores throughout the Texas Hill Country, Lammes employees are willing and able to go the extra mile to deliver excellence and mouth watering confections to their customers. Keep a look out for their chocolate covered strawberries—seriously the best you’ve ever had.
5330 Airport Blvd.
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Wildflower Organics
Wildflower Organics is a well-known Austin shopping destination. Located downtown, the store offers high-end furniture, accessories, gifts and a full line of natural bedding products. Masters of organic luxury, Wildflower Organics are retail pioneers with the foresight and integrity to keep it green without compromise to luxury, comfort, or style.
524 North Lamar Blvd.
Feather Your Nest
Feather Your Nest has been serving the ever-growing and expanding Central Texas Area for over 30 years. Conveniently located in Central Austin, they have grown to become the standard of excellence, not only in luxury linens, but also in bath products, home décor, and accessories to dress your home from start to finish. They are proud to be unique in our designer relationships and custom ordering.
3500 Jefferson St., Suite 300
Apparel
ByGeorge
ByGeorge is an independent fashion and lifestyle boutique established in 1979. Headquartered in Austin and serving an international client base, we offer stylish and colorful customers a thoughtful curation of the world’s best brands. Rooted in the belief that great style can be both sophisticated and effortless, our stores are comprised of the distinctive perspectives and uncompromising quality of both established and emerging designers.
524 North Lamar Blvd.
1400 South Congress Ave.
Jewelry
Eliza Page
Eliza Page has been showcasing curated, designer jewelry from select artists since 2004. Our luxury jewelry collections emphasize quality, sustainability, and craftsmanship, and include custom pieces designed & finished by artisans from Austin, Texas and around the world.
229 W 2nd St.
Korman Fine Jewelry
Locally owned and operated since 1973, Korman offers an Austin jewelry buying experience like none other. Immerse yourself in luxury with one on one consultation and on trend styling for everyday and special occasions.
5011 Burnet Rd., Suite 100