Holiday Gift Guide: Tectonic’s Favorite Boulder Brands We Can’t Live Without
Written By Alexandre Pinto
Artisan Goods
The New Local
A local nonprofit championing women and nonbinary artists in Boulder
An inclusive space where art, innovative design, and education connect the community
Kristin Abbott Art
A nature-inspired artist whose art brings life to every space
Her mixed-media original artwork draws inspiration from the scenic landscapes of Boulder
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See Saw Ceramics
Uniquely crafted ceramics made for the home
Colorful, handmade wares from a design-forward duo in Colorado
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Home & Living
The Refinery
A local nonprofit championing women and nonbinary artists in Boulder
An inclusive space where art, innovative design, and education connect the community
Mika Woyda Home
Your trusted design experts to improve the overall function and aesthetic of any space
Offering everything from full home renovations to simple kitchen spruce ups
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Boulder Furniture Arts
Our place for meticulously crafted, modern furniture
Built from unmatched American hardwood and designed for lifelong joy
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Sistain
Our fave non-toxic marketplace for the home
Providing products that are free of toxins and sustainably made for a better planet and healthier life
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Public Wine
A boutique bottle shop that carries a curated selection of retail wines from around the world
Old World selections focusing on natural wines from across the US West Coast and beyond
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Health & Wellness
Vasu Skin Solutions
The best Medspa offering custom solutions to your skincare problems
Using the latest technology, equipment, and products to target your unique skin needs
Little Yoga
Cultivating our healthiest selves at this beautiful Boulder studio
Building bridges in the community through meaningful yoga classes
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Boulder Pilates
Boulder’s best female-owned pilates studio
Group and private classes offered by experienced and dedicated teachers and coaches
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Portal
Your dedicated place for cold plunges, saunas, and fitness classes
Chill, sweat, and connect in this Scandinavian-inspired recreation space
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Outdoor Adventure
Satellite Boardshop
Fav outdoor retailer for all things snow and skate
Locally-owned skate and snowboard shop stacked with shoes, streetwear, winter apparel, boards for all seasons, and ski and snowboard wax and tune-up services
Amundsen Sports
Your premier destination for outdoor clothing and apparel for all four seasons
Norwegian technical sportswear made with the spirit of adventure in mind
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Sports Garage
Best place for mountain bikers to buy, rent, repair, and demo bikes
Specialty, full-service bike shop dedicated to alternative surface cycling
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Children’s Gifts
Into the wind
Best place to find the most beautiful, locally-made kites
Creativity abounds with the shop’s selection of kites to fly and stocked with classic and inventive toys
Grandrabbit’s Toy Shoppe
The iconic independently-owned stopover for kids’ books and toys
Get lost in the magic of their hand-chosen, educational, and fun toys for gifts, holidays, and birthdays
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Liberty Puzzles
Only place to find hand-crafted wooden jigsaw puzzles that expand the imagination
Heirloom-quality wooden jigsaw puzzles designed, manufactured, and distributed right here in Boulder
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The Read Queen Bookstore
Best independent, women-owned bookstore to find new and used books
Where community is built through a love for literature
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Fashion & Accessories
Eleanor
Premier place for classic and contemporary women’s fashion, jewelry, and apothecary
A curated collection of contemporary goods from well-known and local designers
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Jones + Co. Mercantile
Your go-to for thoughtfully selected collections of slow fashion, clean beauty, and ethically made home goods
Made by indie designers and artisans from around the world
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Acme Fine Goods
Your one-stop clothing store featuring brands selected for everyday wear and tear
Taking a modern twist on classic pieces from brands including Desert Dweller, Salt & Stone, and Topo Designs
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Walters And Hogsett
The premier destination for fine jewelry, wedding bands, and Swiss timepieces
Collections from the most prestigious brands including a range of Rolex watches
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Services
Be Boulder Photography Services
The best woman-owned and inclusive business for professional photo shoots
Creating safe spaces for their clients to express themselves fully and be captured authentically
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UnclutterCO
Our trusted luxury organizers who elevate spaces to be both beautiful and functional
Professional organizing service to unclutter and re-arrange for a more harmonious day-to-day life
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Willow Home
The best in the biz for home maintenance services and seasonal home care
Their high-end home concierge services include project management, access to reliable handymen, and home check-ins when you’re out of town
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Pet Lovers
Flatirons Natural Pet Market & Wash
Boulder’s beloved place for pet care and healthy pet foods
Their homegrown business offers expert insight to get your cat, dog, or small animal the most biologically appropriate pet products
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PC’s Pantry
The best spot for specialty pet foods free of artificial ingredients and preservatives
Biscuits and meatloaves baked fresh everyday with only human-grade and natural ingredients
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Woof Gang Bakery Boulder
Our fav neighborhood pet store with a full grooming service and exclusive gourmet treats
Expert groomers treat every pet as family, giving them the special care they deserve and leaving them looking fabulous
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