City Weekly Staff
Small businesses are the backbone of our local economy. Supporting them means you’re supporting your neighbors, not some giant faceless conglomerate. There are quirky shops, cutesy spots, and mom and pops stops all across the city. Walking into their storefronts makes their day and can truly enhance yours. We traded community for online convenience, it’s time to take that back.
Here are a few ideas for you as you start up your holiday shopping.
Image Eyes Optical
Image Eyes Optical is a family run eyewear shop that brings together the coolest independent brands with friendly, personal service. They make it easy to find frames that fit your style and your life, with a relaxed vibe and a curated selection you won’t see anywhere else. Whether you’re picking out your first pair or your fiftieth, we’re here to help you look and feel your best.
It’s not too late to use your HSA and FSA funds before the end of the year! Sunglasses make great Christmas gifts!
Lovebound Library
Lovebound Library opened in February 2024 as Utah’s first romance only bookstore. They aim to provide a safe and empowering place for all to explore the romance genre, regardless of where you’re at in your reading journey. Lovebound sells bookish merchandise and gifts from vendors across the country – 95% of their vendors are other women or queer owned small businesses. They also source from local small businesses when we’re able to!
Jolley’s Corner
Jolley’s Corner has been a local, family run business since the 1950’s. Nestled in the beautiful Yalecrest neighborhood, they have been serving the Salt Lake community for decades as a pharmacy, full service florist, women’s clothing, home, gift, holiday, baby and candy store. They strive to delight our customers with beautiful, thoughtful, high quality products. They love building community and friendships with everyone who comes through our doors. Everyone is always wanted and welcome at Jolley’s Corner!
QEJA
QEJA is a Utah family brand designed for movement. They create the most versatile, durable, and comfortable socks for sports and your active lifestyle. Made in Italy with OEKO-TEX and organic materials, made to wick moisture, prevent blisters, and regulate temperature while being safe for skin contact (no toxic materials or dyes here!). Check out their Black Friday sales and biggest discounts through the holiday shopping season and get your feet into these top-selling ski socks.
Lone Pine Gear Exchange
Lone Pine Gear Exchange is your one-stop shop for new & used ski & snowboard gear from top brands, winter gear consignment, ski trade-ins, expert bootfitting, tuning services, and gear repair. Lone Pine’s Black Friday Sale is running 11/21 – 12/2/25 with up to 75% off winter gear. More holiday deals to follow!
Koodegras
Koodegras is a family owned and operated CBD specialty store. Founded in 2015, it was the first of its kind in Utah. Their mission is to help as many people live cleaner, healthier lives through the absolute best, locally sourced organic CBD products. Maybe this is what you or a loved one has been looking for. Enjoy our annual BOGO* sale this Holiday season. Applies to the entire store!
*can’t be combined with any other offer
Hearth on 25th
Hearth on 25th is your one-stop-shop for holiday gifts this year! Visit Hearth25.com to shop a selection of 50+ flavors of extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar! Gift a custom sample pack of 4 or 6 flavors to your loved ones this holiday season. Or, gift a Chef’s Tasting date night! Digital gift card sale: Buy a $100 gift card and get a bonus $20 gift card FREE! (gift cards not valid for online oil and vinegar orders).
Commerce & Craft
Commerce & Craft is filled with objects of art and interest. They specialize in handmade, local, and fair trade goods! The shop is stocked with over 70 different artists and makers from all over the country bringing unique, original and well-made products to Salt Lake City.
