2023 EDITION: ULTIMATE NASHVILLE HOLIDAY SHOP-LOCAL GUIDE!

Over 30 retailers, restaraunts and shopping districts listed. Mostly positive opinions about what I love in these Nashville stores. Links to their websites and address to their stores to show your support in our local community! Nashville is one of the most creative cities in the US (actual statistics from Homes.com). Because we are surrounded by such brilliant creatives and entrepreneurs, it’s no surprise that our list of local places to shop this weekend is so extensive.

BRICK AND MORTAR RETAILERS

Parnassus Books - Author Ann Patchett’s cozy local bookstore. Parnassus is located at 3900 Hillsboro, known as Greenbriar Shopping Center, where you’ll find other local favorites and the best donuts in Nashville I will fight you at Fox’s Donut Den.

Bella Vita - Fresh out of Memphis and New to Nashville, Bella Vita is delivering top notch home goods, cozy jammies and sweaters, and an amazing selection for wedding registry items. I’ve had the good fortune to meet the owners recently, and they are a fantastic addition to Nashville. You’ll find Bella Vita across from Bandywood Plaza at 2205 Bandywood Drive in Green Hills.

Hey Mavens - Lingerie, Gifts, and some apparel. FOR ALL. Their inclusive sizing never ceases to amaze. Hey Mavens could also qualify for local online retailer, I’ve honestly ever bought straight out of their instagram sales!

Apple and Oak in East Nashville has an endless array of gifts, home goods, cards, vintage and new rugs. Their inventory is absolutely delightful, and freshly stocked. You can find Hey Mavens & Apple and Oak in the Porter Rd shops at 727 and 717 Porter Rd, respectively.

Cumberland Transit is a Nashville Staple. “Nashvilles’ Oldest Outdoor and Bike Shop” carrying favorites for activities like Camping, Climbing, Fishing, Biking and more. Cumberland Transit still sits on West End near Vanderbilt University at 2807 West End Ave

Starland Vintage & Unusual Formerly Pre- to Post-Modern on 8th Ave, this shop is a Melrose Staple. Especially fun to shop during the holidays for vintage Santa blow-molds and other holiday themed delights. You’ll find Starland in 2110 8th Ave South.

Vinnie Louise is a Nashville based Boutique. The female owned business has a fantastic selection of affordable boutique clothing choices for women. They have two locations in Nashville on either side of the river! One location in 12th South and one on Gallatin in East.

Music City Golf for the the golfer in your life. In my life I’m the only non-golfer, but my family loves this store. Conveniently located in Belle Meade Plaza 5133 Harding Pike

Thistle Farms Total wiff if you’ve been in Nashville a while and don’t know about Thistle Farms! First of all, the cafe, is out of this world. Always a filling meal and good coffee. Their retail lines are developed and produced through their social enterprise program providing housing and community for women coming out of prostitution and sex exploitation. Retail includes oils, bath and body, apparel and more. You absolutely should shop in person, and grab a coffee this Saturday.

If you think I missed your favorite stops, check the Shopping Districts section below to make sure I covered all the bases!

ONLINE RETAILERS & MAKERS

N.B. Goods Hats, Pins, Pennants and more - oh my! You can also request custom orders. Nashville based with Nashville flair on many items. Brilliant for stocking stuffers.

Brownlee Luxury Terry clothing. Small batches and sustainably sourced, these terry garments feel great, and definitely can be worn outside the house. Totally fine if you want to be a lush around the house in them this holiday season, though.

Woven Together Handmade jewelry and “other fun things” out of Nashville. Their collections are fresh, innovative, and stylish in a most delightful way! Currently looking to add the “Nashville Dangles” to my shopping cart.

Nisolo A fashion retailer based in Nashville that is making huge strides to make consumers aware of the environmental impact of fashion. We can have fashion and not kill the planet at the same time, who knew. See their Sustainability Statement then uplift your wardrobe.

Daybreak Arts while you can shop in person on Studio days (highly recommend), you can browse online and support a local non-profit from the comfort of your office chair on Cyber Monday. We have partnered with Daybreak Arts a few times over the years, and had the opportunity to participate and get to know the artists. For the Art-Lover in your life, there is no gallery that can compete with the level of Social Impact and Joy that Daybreak provides for Artists and Patrons.

SHOPPING DISTRICTS

L&L Market - Located at 3820 Charlotte Ave, you’ll find more local shops and eateries here. Favorites include Happily Grey, Daphne, and This is the Finale featuring private shopping events - Shop with a Drag Queen. Absolutely, yes, sign me up.

Fatherland District A great retail hub in East Nashville (1006 Fatherland St) includes retailers and snacks! Don’t miss The Gift Horse, Guerilla Bizkits (vegan!), and Tenn Gallon Hat.

12th South - Just find a place to park and you’ll be set for the day. Some hyper local stops include coffee at Frothy, Imogene + Willie, Savant Vintage and more. You’ll also find brand name faves like Madewell, Marine Layer, and the Krewe permanent-pop-up trailer.

Hillsboro Village - another walkable district filled with local and brand names. Your coffee and snack stop here is absolutely Fido, For Shopping: The Impeccable Pig, Rebecca James Clothing, and UAL, fashion liquidators.

Downtown Franklin is my Black Friday Tradition. There’s a Frothy Monkey here too! Olivia Olive Oil with an extensive selection, Rock Paper Scissors, Hester & Cook, are my regular stops for stocking stuffers.

What did we miss? Tell us in the comments!