Shop locally -- shop online

Can't stand the crowds but want to support the local economy? Then shop online with a hot-buttered rum in hand from the comfort of your own home. There's something for everyone on your list here; just click and buy.

Nearly all the Web sites mentioned below have brick-and-mortar locations, in case you're a more tactile shopper. Some offer merchandise from local designers and locally made products. Most are small, independently owned shops, and the national stores have their roots in the Northwest. It's a great way to support what's unique about Seattle during this season of giving.

Accessories

Laura Bee Designs
Custom and ready-made fabric and vinyl handbags, totes and wallets; jewelry, belts and hair accessories.
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Pare Umbrella
Cute or cool, these imported umbrellas are anything but boring, with pretty prints to brighten rainy days.
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Crystalyn Kae Handbags
Crystalyn Kae's latest collection features hobo bags, totes and shoppers constructed with her signature glaze-coated fabrics lined in microsuede and embellished with contrast stitching, metal hardware, pin tucks and vintage-fabric pleats.
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Hitchcock
Accessories include jewelry, handbags, hats and belts. Since so many pieces are one-of-a-kind, browse the Web site, then call for a product consultation.
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Tom Bihn
Stitched up right here in Seattle, these durable bags will accompany you around the world or to the office and back.
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R.E. Load Baggage Inc.
Custom and ready-made Cordura messenger bags, backpacks, handbags and laptop cases. Order early to get them custom-made.
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Books

Elliott Bay Book Co.
Tomes of every genre can be found at this Seattle favorite.
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Queen Anne Books
An institution on the hill, this bookshop has a well-rounded collection of books.
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East West Bookshop
Philosophical, spiritual and metaphysical books and gifts.
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Wide World Books & Maps
Where do you want to go today? The knowledgeable staff will point you in the right direction.
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Metsker Maps
For the directionally challenged and just plain curious, you'll find guidebooks, maps, globes, posters, navigational aids and children's books and activities.
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Bath & beauty

La Creme Beauty
Looking for hard-to-find perfumes, gorgeously scented candles and all sorts of decadent lotions for the body? This is the spot.
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Sweet Petula
Bath salts, lotions, body and hand butters and body washes in attractive packaging and yummy scents.
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Passion Flower
Handcrafted perfumes, aromatherapy natural fragrances and custom natural perfumes by Paula Moreschi.
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Beauty.com
This locally based Web site is the mother lode for beauty products, including skin care, makeup, hair care and men's products.
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Dandelion Botanical Co.
Along with the herbs, tinctures and essential oils, you'll find tea, bath salts and candles.
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Clothing - women's

Olivine
Girly-in-a-good-way Ballard boutique Olivine has finally brought its feminine wares to the Web. You'll find designer denim, dresses from Alula, Bailey 44 and Ella Moss, Michael Stars sweaters and tees, and much more. Shipping is free on orders of $50 and more.
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Petaline
This local Web site focuses on Pacific Northwest artists and craftspeople. You'll find, apparel, accessories, handbags, jewelry, fine art, photography and much more.
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Tweed
Denim (up to size 36), locally made jewelry and apparel from Ben Sherman, Ivana Helsinki, Skunk Funk and many more.
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Sway & Cake
Ultratrendy and sexy clothing, including denim, jackets, dresses, sweaters, T-shirts and handbags.
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Ericcé
Contemporary clothing from designers such as Louis Verdad, Milly, Tracy Reese, Trina Turk and Velvet.
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Clothing - men's

Filson
This purveyor of traditional men's clothing has been turning out quality duds for more than a century. They have a large selection of outerwear, sweaters, shirts, footwear, luggage and even items for the home and your dog.
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Marqsmen
The Bellevue Square shop sells upscale men's accessories, from Jack Spade bags and Billy Kirk handcrafted leather goods to silk robes and cuff links.
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Food & drink

Chocolate Box
Give a gift of local chocolate. Choose from confections, sipping chocolate, bars and ganaches from Theo Chocolate, Chocolate Vitale, Oh! Chocolate and Fiori Chocolates, to name a few.
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Oh! Chocolate
Fabulous handmade chocolates from this family-owned business. They have French butter creams, truffles, caramels and all sorts of decadent goodies.
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Seattle Caviar Company
Indulge yourself and gift recipients with caviar, foie gras, truffles from France, oils, capers and caviar spoons.
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The Teacup
Tea is a welcome hostess gift. It's also a great break during the holidays -- sit back, relax and sip a cup. They have all varieties available including green, oolong, white, black and herbal.
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Fran's Chocolates
Dark chocolate truffles, caramels with gray sea salt, chocolate dipped fruits and nuts, dessert sauces, coconut Gold Bars – need I say more?
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World Spice Merchants
Foodies will enjoy a selection of spices, herbs or chilis from this spice emporium. They also have teas and tea ware.
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Dan the Sausageman
He's been making great sausages for decades. Order up a gift box with sausage and all the fixings.
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Gifts

Watson Kennedy
If you can't make it to one of Ted Watson's three beautiful stores, check out the Web site, where he offers candles, bath and body care, French linens and glassware, special salts and vinegars and fabulous vintage finds.
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Poggi Bonsi
All things Italian are available at this Web site, including pottery, ceramics, olive wood, glass and linens.
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Bumble B Design
This gift basket Web site offers innovative and thoughtfully assembled gifts for everyone and every occasion.
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Portage Bay Goods
This Web site has an eclectic variety of gifts that range from useful to wacky. Choose from candles, bath products, wooden toys, Uglydolls and baby clothes.
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Glassybaby
These addictive votives/vessels/vases come in 53 rich colors to complement any decor. They're great hostess gifts, too.
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Fireworks
Around for more than 20 years, this shop showcases local and national artists. They have a wealth of jewelry, glassware, clocks, string lights and Judaica.
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Romanza
This palace of girly gifts, barware, pillows and decorations has a Web site that offers loads of candles, handbags and clocks.
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Click! Design That Fits
You'll find modern gifts and jewelry at this Web site, including Frances Smersh's handcrafted jewelry made with colored concrete and pearls. Other gifts include tableware, table lamps, clocks, vases and handbags.
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Made in Washington
It's all made here: smoked salmon, Seattle Chocolates, jams and syrups, glassware, ceramics, cookbooks and Walla Walla Sweet Onion Mustards.
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Buyolympia.com
This trove of handcrafted gifts by Northwest artists includes cards, baby items, jewelry, T-shirts, music and more at reasonable prices.
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Home, etc.

Sur La Table
Everything the practiced or aspiring chef could want is available here.
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Bitters Co.
This Web site offers an eclectic array of goods from around the world, such as mats, baskets and boxes made from leftover flip-flop remnants. They also have Guatemalan tea towels, Abaca placemats (made from leaves from the banana-tree family), ceramics, glassware and cork flower vases.
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Zanadia
You'll find a huge array of gifts here, including candles, jewelry, handbags, baby items, picture frames, pillows and furniture.
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The Spanish Table
This Web site offers edibles such as olives, capers, oils, vinegars and chocolates, as well as table decor, cookware, music, cookbooks and wines from Spain and Portugal.
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Velocity Art and Design
Everything here is hip, with an emphasis on conscious design. They have great pillows, paper goods, pet accessories, clocks, frames, barware, pottery and ceramics.
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Chartreuse International
It's a mod, mod world at this Web site, with Alessi's whimsical kitchen and bar accessories. They also have vintage and new furniture, storage and lighting.
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Jewelry

Magnotti Antiques & Jewels
Fabulous cocktail rings with vintage settings by Bruce Magnotti.
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Fancy+Pants
Sally Brock designs modern and often whimsical sterling silver jewelry.
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Something Silver
Tons of sterling silver jewelry of every description.
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Twist
Carefully culled jewelry from national and international designers.
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Schwa Designs
Beautiful semiprecious stone jewelry in luscious color combinations by Lauren Schwartz.
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Kimberly Baker
From mod to rock 'n' roll, Baker's sterling silver and gold jewelry brings out the punk girl in all of us.
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Sophie Gardner
Lustrous gold pieces, from simple charms to ornately carved rings.
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Juliet Roger
Distinctive semiprecious and precious gemstone jewelry.
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Roundtree & Richardson
A modern collection of reinvented vintage pieces make up this line.
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Leilani Jensen
Vividly colored glass and sterling silver pendants, rings and earrings.
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Christa Hope
High quality semiprecious gemstones in feminine designs.
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Regina Chang Fine Accessories
Big and bold, Chang's designs make a statement.
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Jill Renae
Simple, geometric and modern sterling silver jewelry.
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Kids

Flora and Henri
Classic, upscale children's clothes at grown-up prices.
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These Two Girls
Blankets, burps and bibs in the softest fabrics, with reversible, water-resistant fabric. The best baby gifts!
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Bootyland
Baby wear for hip babies, including rock-star T's, locally designed infant and kid clothes, organic and hemp clothing, and toys.
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Lingerie

Nancy Meyer
Exquisite, luxe lingerie. This is the place to splurge on fine European lines.
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Charme
You'll find everything from plain panties to very sexy chemises at this Web site.
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Music

Support your local music store and indie bands at these two Web sites.

Sonic Boom Records
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Easy Street Records
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Sports gear

REI
All the gear you need for every sport, plus loads of apparel.
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Outdoor Research
Outerwear, packs, sacks, sleeping bags and more from this local manufacturer.
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The North Face
Clothing, footwear, packs, tents and sleeping bags for trekking around town or extreme weather.
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Lucy
This Portland-based company has workout wear for women who walk, run, train and do yoga.
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