Small Business Saturday is just around the corner! This year, let's unite to support our local businesses and make a difference in our community. From cozy boutiques to delicious eateries, Lafayette is filled with unique shops with a Cajun accent waiting to be discovered. Let's explore the heart of our community, support the local economy and check people off of our shopping list. That's giving you can feel good about.

Coffeeweed Cottage

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Coffeeweed Cottage

The coziest coffee shop in town, Coffeeweed Cottage, combines plants, books, locally made jewelry, home decor, and furniture with fresh-made beverages and bagels. Pull up a plush sofa seat, sip on a warm latte, and browse their curated selection of mid-century-inspired pieces.

Preservation Press

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Preservation Press

Does your mom love to garden? Is your sister-in-law hanging on to flowers from her wedding? Get them preserved and pressed into a beautiful piece of artwork by Preservation Press. They can create custom prints for you made from your own flowers or purchase from a collection of their own designed presses.

Hub City Cycles

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Hub City Cycles

At Hub City Cycles, you can find used and new bicycles and anything related to them. Does the person you're shopping for already have a bike? No problem! The shop has accessories like cup holders, bells, lights, and more. Their staff is excellent at helping you find the right bike for you, and they also repair and service bikes.

Book Rack of Acadiana

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Book Rack of Acadiana

The Book Rack of Acadiana is an eco-friendly option for the bookworm in your life. They buy and sell used books, so there are some rare and unique finds. Have a stack of books to get rid of? Bring them in a trade for a new stack to read or gift.

The Pink Paisley

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Pink Paisley

From home decor to candles and baby items, the Pink Paisley has a little something for everyone. They have a variety of clothing for men, kids, and women, bath and body products, fun knickknacks, fragrances, drinkware, and jewelry. Whatever you find, you can bet it will be cute.

Graze Acadiana

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Graze Acadiana

Graze Acadiana has infused oils, cheeses, fruity jams, and premium nuts and crackers for the foodie in your life. Create a custom flavor box with various pairings of flavored oils for the perfect gift for the hostess with the mostest.

Magnolia Collective

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Magnolia Art Collective

For the artist and crafter on your list, Magnolia Art Collective sells art, sculpture, jewelry, and pottery made by local artists in Acadiana. Here, you can find fun and unique items that you can proudly say were made by hand.

Renaissance Market

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Renaissance Market

Renaissance Market is an old-world-style gift shop offers something for the traditionalist on your list. The walls are lined with antiques, including mirrors, Parisian-inspired pieces, and pottery. You can also find fun accessories, stationary, religious relics, and fragrances.

The Kitchenary

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The Kitchenary

For those on your list who love to cook, check out the Kitchenary for all your gourmet cooking supplies. Register for a cooking class or try it at home. If your best friend who loves to cook has been looking for that perfect knife or mixing bowl - you will find it here.

Geaux Run

Geaux Run by Fleet Feet offers running and cycling gear for the athlete in your life. With a wide selection of running shoes, active wear, and other accessories, they will surely have something for fitness nuts.

Lolli's Chocolates

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Lolli's Chocolates

Who doesn't have a sweet tooth? If you have a sugar fanatic on your list, Lolli's Chocolates can create a custom box of beautifully wrapped treats catered to your theme. Think chocolate dipped pretzels to Oreos covered in milk chocolate. Perfect for teachers, accountants, and travel blog freelance writers.

Embark Fine Jewelry

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Embark

If I end up on your list, please go here. If not, there are plenty of things for the special someone in your life at Embark. They even offer personalized jewelry like a gemstone necklace with their name on it. It will make a lasting impression.

Le Femme Lingerie

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Le Femme

Make a new breastie and get a custom bra fitting at Le Femme lingerie shop. Holiday parties and shopping will be so much more enjoyable with a well fitting bra! They offer pajamas, lingerie, bras and panties, swimsuits and fashion tape for those backless party dresses.

Caroline & Company

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Caroline & Company

Walk out of Caroline & Company with gifts wrapped and ready to go. They offer complimentary gift wrapping. Find luggage, clothing, outerwear, Louisiana Crafts Guild items, child and baby, and home decor.

Brocante Vintage Market

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Broncante Vintage Market

If all things vintage and antique perk up the ears of some on your shopping list, Broncante Vintage Market on the southside of town is your place to browse. Think cottage chic, rustic, and outdoorsy.

Pieces of Eight

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Pieces of Eight

This shop has lots to celebrate—it just moved to a larger, new location and is celebrating 50 years in business! For the newlyweds in your life, Pieces of Eight has traditional china and other high-end home goods. For the new parents in your life, they offer top-quality products for baby showers, baby and children's clothing, and furniture.

Sneaker Politics

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Sneaker Politics

Sneaker Politics was started in 2006 by Derek Curry. He launched the brand and the flagship store in his hometown of Lafayette, LA. There are seven Sneaker Politics stores in Louisiana and Texas, with Austin opening in 2018 and Deep Ellum in 2019. The brand, which sells casual apparel in addition to shoes, has grown year after year.

JC Kate Boutique

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JC Kate Boutique

JC Kate Boutique offers something for every age. From adults to tweens and children, this locally owned business will have that perfect item for everyone on your list.

The Backpacker

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The Backpacker

The Backpacker Lafayette carries hundreds of the most exciting adventure brands available for skiing, backpacking, kayak fishing, trail running, hiking, and travel. They offer over 10,000 outdoor products that ensure your adventure is done right! Some of their favorite brands include:  On Running, Hoka, Free Fly, Vuori, Arc'teryx, The North Face, Patagonia, Howler Bros, Marsh Wear, Duck Head, Mizzen and Main, Hobie, and more.

Parish Ink

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Parish Ink

Parish Ink began in the fall of 2010 in Lafayette, LA, creating a line of apparel, accessories, and other art-like products focused on our south Louisiana roots. Their designs express the cultural nuances of Louisiana through vibrant color and a whole lotta love.

F. Camalo

F. Camalo in Lafayette, LA, offers made-to-measure suits, jackets, formal wear, and other luxury clothing items. The store was named one of Esquire Magazine's 100 best men's stores in 2021. Carrying the best cashmere, silk, and wool since this local business has operated since 1977.

Wild Child Wine Shop

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Wild Child Wine Shop

Wild Child Wine Shop is your friendly neighborhood wine shop, and tiny bar focused on small-production wines and conserves. You can find natural and organic wine on their shelves. The shop has a full kitchen in the back and holds community events throughout the year.

Genterie Supply Co.

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Genterie Supply Co.

Genterie Supply Co. opened in June of 2011 as a men's store by two friends who appreciated a good story. In 2014, Genterie Supply moved and expanded to carry women's apparel in beautiful downtown Lafayette, LA. Genterie is for folks who choose to create with care and pride and who own things built to carry us confidently through the experiences that form the story we call life.

Louisiana Hot Stuff

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Louisiana Hot Stuff

Louisiana Hot Stuff is your one-stop Louisiana Shop. They specialize in souvenirs & local favorites, custom gift baskets & more. They also offer a large selection of UL, LSU & Saints gifts and apparel.

The Silver Suitcase

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The Silver Suitcase

The Silver Suitcase is a locally owned shop serving Acadiana since 2003. Whether you need a gift for a birthday, anniversary, wedding, baby, or just because, the staff can help you pick the perfect gift. They gift wrap too!

kiki

Check out kiki's inventory of designer clothing, handbags, jewelry, and gifts Monday-Friday from 10 am-5 pm and Saturday 10 am - 4 pm. Shopping available online.

The Velvet Monkey

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Velvet Monkey

Shop candles, gifts, jewelry, and more at the Velvet Monkey Monday-Friday from 9:30 am-6 pm.

Big Boy Toys

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Big Boy Toys

Big Boy Toys and Hobbies is a full line hobby and specialty toy store located in Lafayette, LA. Whether you are shopping for a specific product or browsing for new possibilities, discover the amazing fun by browsing our website or checking out our store in person. Store hours Monday-Saturday from 10am-6pm. They can ship specialty items and hobby parts by request.

The Royal Standard

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The Royal Standard

Shop their extensive inventory of housewares, clothing and gifts online at the Royal Standard. Store hours are Monday-Saturday 10am- 6pm or Sunday noon-5pm. Free local delivery and curbside pick-up available.