Hometown Shopping
Shopping local is easy when you have great options to choose from. This month, instead of products, I’m sharing some of my favorite boutiques for holiday gifting (and special treats for me, too) in the Huntington, Greenlawn, and Northport areas.
Here are some of my favorites…
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Elyse Boutique
Elyse Boutique in Greenlawn is a treasure hunt in the best way—jewelry, bags, vintage, all of it beautifully curated. And the back room? It feels like a modern apothecary-meets–tarot den, filled with niche fragrances you have to smell. Every shelf has something you want to pick up, try on, or take home. It’s gifting gold.
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Vavra New York
Vavra New York in Huntington is a luxury-lover’s dream: vintage jewelry, designer bags, and rare accessories curated by fashion industry insider Dianne Vavra. Every piece feels handpicked from a chic Paris closet. Plus, there are niche beauty brands you can’t find anywhere else on Long Island. It’s the spot for elevated, exclusive, and unforgettable gifts.
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Lulu Frost & Co.
Lulu Frost & Co. just opened in Halesite, bringing Lisa Salzer’s mix of vintage and vintage-inspired jewelry—including the iconic Plaza Letter charms—to a beautifully curated neighborhood boutique. You can build a custom charm necklace, shop one-of-a-kind pieces, and discover local designers and ceramics.
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Kate & Hale
Kate & Hale is a go-to for contemporary, wearable clothes. I rarely leave empty-handed. The shops, located in Huntington and Port Jeff, also have great jewelry and fun little finds like makeup pouches, candles, and easy grab-and-go gifts. It’s an effortless stop for holiday shopping (and self-gifting).
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Nest on Main
Nest on Main in Northport is a community-driven marketplace filled with local makers, artisans, and small businesses. You’ll find home décor, vintage, handcrafted jewelry, pottery, teas, books, and even vegan treats. It’s a great stop for unique, meaningful gifts this season.
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Madison's Niche
Madison’s Niche nails the boutique experience: beautifully styled displays, and shelves filled with home décor, apparel, accessories, and baby gifts. You’ll find luxe, of-the-moment pieces alongside elevated basics. Shop the stores in Huntington, Sayville, Stony Brook, Garden City, or Woodbury.