Bring the gift of New Orleans home for the holiday season. Local shops offer everything from art and clothing to one-of-a-kind experiences. We’ve got gifts for the fashionista, the homebody, the bespoke, and the child in your life, plus a little lagniappe.
Whether you shop on Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, Museum Store Sunday, or throughout the holiday season, shopping local is essential to finding the perfect New Orleans gift. Visit the stores in person or shop online and get a taste of New Orleans shipped right to your door.
For the homebody
Prints from Lyla Clayre – $20+
Capture the enchanting spirit of New Orleans with an original or print from Lyla Clayre. Her sophisticated artwork bottled the city’s magic in a style that’s sure to delight and inspire, making it the perfect memento for lovers of the Crescent City!
Bayou: Feasting Through the Seasons of a Cajun Life (Hardcover) – $35
Award-winning author of “Mosquito Supper Club,” Melissa Martin shares a year in the life of South Louisiana cooking and all the dishes that are eaten to celebrate life’s big and small moments. Purchase from a local book store, like Garden District Book Shop.
Tea Towel from Home Malone – $16
Enjoy a touch of New Orleans in your kitchen with tea towels from Home Malone. Prints vary with iconic New Orleans emblems, such as oysters, beignets, pelicans, and gumbo.
Wicks NOLA Candles – $25
With New Orleans-inspired scents like magnolia, jasmine, and chicory, Wicks makes the perfect gift straight from New Orleans.
The Chloe x Lekha Robe: Alligator – $190
Step into luxury with this cotton robe from The Chloe x Lekha. The Chloe, a hotel and restaurant along St. Charles Avenue, is known for its boutique feel. Each robe features either a custom alligator or palm pocket.
Jamboree Jams Fruit Season Calendar – $45
Add a uniquely New Orleans touch to your home with a calendar from Jamboree Jams. Stay in synch with what’s in season in the Gulf South with illustrations designed in house and printed by Constance Risograph. Order online, or swing by the Jam Shop at Bar Pomona to pick one up in person.
Hot Mallows from Ayu Bakehouse – $45
From local bakeshop Ayu comes the perfect holiday treat: a dozen individually wrapped Hot Mallows. Available in your choice of classic chocolate, pecan praline, and red velvet flavors, bring 8oz of milk to a boil, then pour over one Hot Mallow in your favorite mug to create the most delicious cup of hot chocolate ever.
For the fashionista
Hat from Dirty Coast – $38
Grab the Crescent City Collage Hat from Dirty Coast. This two-tone cap celebrates NOLA with its iconic bridge, state flower, and “504” spirit. Buy it for your loved one to complete the ultimate fit and never stray from Crescent City style – rock it with a sundress and denim jacket for an effortlessly cool weekend look.
Earrings from Mitzi Wear – $17.50+
Grab a pair of locally made earrings from Mitzi Wear. Everything from disco balls, goldfish, traffic cones, and frying pan eggs are sure to make a statement. Pick ‘em up online or locally at a store/ pop-up market.
Mr. Wolf Likeness Tee – $30
Available in sizes small to 4XL, everyone in your crew can be cute and comfortable in this t-shirt. Stop into Mr. Wolf Espresso located on the first floor of the Contemporary Arts Center to see what local art they have on sale.
Mississippi River Map Umbrella from The Shop at The Historic New Orleans Collection – $30
Add a little flair to your rainy-day outfit with this bold umbrella from The Shop at The Historic New Orleans Collection.
For the bespoke
Tickets to the New Orleans Ballet Association – price varies
Gift an experience rather than an item this holiday season. The New Orleans Ballet Association brings world-renowned dance groups to Mahalia Jackson Theater in New Orleans. This February, catch Ballet Hispánico “CARMEN.maquia”. Then in March, catch a special two-night Program from Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater which includes the masterpiece “Revelations” performed on Program A.
Really Really Nice Wine Club – $70+
Every month, owners of Really Really Nice Wines on Magazine Street Darrin and Miriam will choose two-to-four wines they’re psyched about with a specific theme. You’ll receive a handy insert with all the techie info, aromas + flavor profiles to identify, and food pairing suggestions you might ever want to supplement your sipping experience, including a spot for your own tasting notes. Choose an add-on option for the cheesemonger’s pick of the month.
Gift card to your favorite New Orleans restaurant – $25-$250
What better way to spread your love of New Orleans than with a gift card to your favorite restaurant? Gift the meal of your dreams to someone lucky this holiday season.
For the kiddos
Graphic tee from ZuperZoo – $24-$27
These animal-themed tee shirts from NOLA-made ZuperZoo are sure to delight any child—plus the adults too, with punny themes like “pandamonium,” “whoa there tiger,” and “koala-tee-time.”
Rainbow bracelet gift kit from Ogden Museum Store – $7.49-$8.30
This adorable bracelet-making kit from the Ogden Museum Store is plastic-free and has just enough beads to create a bracelet for the little one. This activity promotes fine motor skills and comes in varieties like mermaid, shooting star, and unicorn.
“One Noisy Streetcar” book at Magic Box Toys – $15.95
Featuring toys of all kind and books from local authors, you can’t go wrong shopping at Magic Box Toys. Browse their online store and filter by age group or category if you’re not sure what to get.
For the stockings
Stickers from Lionheart Prints – $3-$5
The stickers from Lionheart are ever changing and the perfect stocking stuffer. Scoop ‘em up before they’re gone.
Dog and cat toys from Vintage Green Review – $5-$14
Made with hemp and organic cotton, these toys are the perfect eco-friendly gift for Fluffy. They also don’t squeak, are completely biodegradable, and are made with zero toxic dyes.
Mini prints from Sam Nga Blum – $1 (four quarters)
This vending machine mini art print will bring the gifter just as much joy as the recipient. Punch four quarters into the vending machine to get a mini print of a New Orleans bar. The vending machine travels, so you’ll want to check here to see where it’s at now.
LAST MINUTE AIRPORT GIFT IDEAS
In need of a last-minute gift, but already in the airport? Luckily, New Orleans International is a shopping destination within itself. Fleurty Girl, NOLA Couture, Moisant Market, and Dirty Coast are a few local shops in the single main terminal. Pick up a sassy shirt, a NOLA-inspired bowtie, Coast Roast coffee, Central Grocery muffulettas, beignet socks, and more! Browse the list of shops here and plan to stop by next time you’re in the MSY.