If you’re local or visiting Monterey and Carmel area for the holidays, be sure to stop by some of these awesome local business for your holiday shopping!
Note: This is not a sponsored post, however a few of the businesses gifted me items in a giveaway but with no obligation to post.
Cute and trendy outfits from Shopping with Timi boutique in Carmel.
Timi stocks her boutique with really cute, contemporary outfits and accessories. Check out her instagram for how she styles her cute outfits.
She hosting a 2 day event on December 18 and 19, 2021 with 20% of purchases on those days will be donated to the Seaside Women’s Shelter. There will also be complimentary champagne served all day both days and a gift with purchase. (Photos via @shoppingwithtimi/IG.)
Pamper someone you love (or yourself!) with skin care and facial from Skin Care by Loty.
I recently had a facial from Skin Care by Loty and my skin was so soft and smooth the next day. I highly recommend her esthetician services. She also offers great skin care products as well.
Right now she is running a special, if you book an enzymatic brightening treatment and receive a travel size Age Reverse System kit. (Photos via @skincarebyloty/IG.)
Fabulous accessories, clothes and home goods from Franklin Street Collaborative.
Whenever I walk into Franklin Street Collaborative (FSC) I want to buy everything! They have a curated selection of clothes, accessories, beauty goods and more. Bonus – Nitrocycle 831 is often slinging coffee drinks here so you can get your caffeine fix while shopping. They have some fun popups in the works so make sure to follow their instagram @FranklinStreetCollaborative for updates.
FSC is also part of the Women of Monterey Winter Wonderland Event Dec 7, 2021) tickets are currently on sale and if you use code FSC10 you get 10%. (Photos via @FranklinStreetCollaborative/IG.)
Hand poured, all natural soy candles from Johnny Wicks.
Johnny Wicks candles smell amazing. He has an awesome collection of scents including seasonal ones and a Monterey California collection inspired by the area.
Johnny is hosting a Hot Chocolate Candle Workshop on December 11, 17 and 18, 2021 with hot chocolate, cookies and Christmas movies. Tickets are available at johnnywicks.com (Photos via @Johnny_Wicks_Candles/IG.)
Delicious treats from Elroy’s Fine Foods.
I love all of the food, wine and products offered at Elroy’s Find Foods, my favorite local gourmet grocer. Elroy’s focuses on featuring products from that are local, ethically produced and fair trade. You can even order Christmas Dinner from them. (Photos via @elroysfinefoods/IG.)
A gift card for a brighter smile from Teeth Whitening Monterey.
I know I’m guilty of drinking a lot of coffee and wine, so a gift card from Teeth Whitening Monterey is a great way to get a brighter smile. The before and after photo is actually of me!
They are currently running an instagram only promotion for a couple’s 45 minute session for $210. Message @teethwhitening_monterey on Instagram for more details. (Must be done before 12/24/2021 and only available via Instagram.) (Photos via @teethwhitening_monterey/IG.)
A new house plant from Dirty Girl Plant Co.
Who doesn’t love a house plant? They make great hostess gifts too. Dirty Girl Plant Co. offers beautiful plants and planters for sale.
Dirty Girl Plant Co’s new location on Del Monte Blvd opens on December 18, 2021. (Photos via @dirtygirlplantco/IG.)
Looking for more gift ideas? Check out my Shop Small Businesses and Amazon Gifts for Wine Lovers Gift Guides.
