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The holiday season is here, and Tupelo is ready to help you cross every name off your list. Between the historic boutiques and the classic small-town Southern charm, the birthplace of “The King of Rock and Roll” is the perfect place to knock out your holiday shopping.
Hop in the car, cruise down the Natchez Trace Parkway before the fall leaves are gone (luckily they linger longer in the South), and spend a day or two finding meaningful, one-of-a-kind gifts for him, her, home, and more.
For Him:
Reed’s
Start your holiday shopping trip at Reed’s, a family-run business that’s been in town for 120 years. With quality apparel brands and dapper accessories filling the store, you’d be hard-pressed to leave empty-handed—and if you’re not sure what to get, the staff knows their stuff and will help you find something even for the fella on your list who’s impossible to shop for.
MLM Clothiers
If someone on your list enjoys fine haberdashery, hit MLM Clothiers next. Their motto is “dress better than you have to,” and the holidays are a perfect excuse to go all-in. They stock some of the finest brands on the market and serve as one of the largest men’s traditional specialty stores in all of Mississippi, even offering on-site tailoring. MLM Clothiers knows exactly how to flip and fix an outdated wardrobe or spruce up and properly complement what’s already there.
For Her:
The Vine Collection
This elegant retail space has a little bit of everything to create the perfect shopping experience for a special lady in your life (or yourself—we won’t tell). Get lost in hand-selected apparel options, fashionable yet classic interior design items, and perfect holiday tablescapes to get you ready for the season. Best part? When you need a mid-shopping spree pick-me-up, Sweet Tea & Biscuits Café is located right inside The Vine Collection.
L.A. Green
This fashion-forward boutique franchise has several locations sprinkled around the South, and L.A. Green Tupelo is nestled off Main Street in a charming historic building. When you step inside, you’ll find plenty of timeless classics and trendy styles to choose from, all sourced with value, integrity, and purpose in mind. From clothes to accessories, sorority merch, and home decor, there’s sure to be something for every lady on your list.
For Home:
Blair Haus Interiors
From holiday party hostess gifts to practical presents for anyone on your list, Blair Haus Interiors offers fashionable, hand-picked home decor items in their Tupelo showroom and shoppable online. There’s everything from Art Deco champagne glasses and coffee table books to beautiful pieces of furniture depending on your budget, plus the team offers interior design services if you’re looking to gift a full experience.
Elizabeth Clair’s
Elizabeth Clair’s is an anomaly: boutique-meets-department-store-meets-antique-mall where everything is curated and quality, brimming with the best brands – Lenox, Waterford, Estelle, and plenty more. They’ve got departments for games and toys, dining and entertainment, kitchen, and holiday-specific gifts, so there are options for anyone and any age. As an added bonus, the store is a delightful shopping experience during the holidays.
For The Old Soul:
Presley Heights Antique Mall
Nothing feels quite as heartwarming as receiving an antique gift someone picked out especially for you. At Presley Heights Antique Mall, you can easily spend hours perusing the aisles and booths filled with antique glassware, hand-carved furniture, vintage artwork, and so much more. Pay them a visit and give yourself plenty of time to sort through all the historic Southern gems you’re sure to find.
Relics Antique Marketplace
Relics Antique Marketplace is housed in the old Tupelo Garment Factory–where Elvis Presley’s mother once worked. The building has 16,000 square feet of stalls and booths, so there’s as much history in the space as there is in what you’ll find inside. Whether you’re searching for the perfect quirky gift for a loved one or are eager to walk through a little piece of rock and roll history, let this Tupelo gem help you find what you need.
This article is presented in partnership with Tupelo CVB, a Modern South Founding Partner.
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