‘Tis the season to start shopping! Whether you’re searching for the perfect gift for your friends, family, or just looking to treat yourself this Winter, we’ve got a nice lineup of small businesses, new books, and creative ideas for the fans of film and vintage culture in your life!

Books

So many incredible books have been released recently! You can never go wrong with such a timeless gift. See our favorites below!

Blu-Ray’s and Records

Ella Fitzgerald

The “First Lady of Song” is ready to be your Christmas morning soundtrack! Visit her official shop for vinyl pressings of all your favorites!

Newly Restored Mary Pickford Films

The Mary Pickford Foundation has worked incredibly hard to restore beloved Mary Pickford films and there are quite a few options out to choose from!

Criterion - Newly Released Tod Browning's Sideshow Shockers

Freaks, The Unknown, and The Mystic have all been beautifully restored and will make the perfect gift!

Fragrance and Makeup

Ava Gardner Signature Fragrance

Authenticity is the most important thing to the Ava Gardner Trust and this is a very well done example of that. Any Ava fan would be thrilled to receive this fragrance!

Natalie Wood Signature Fragrance

Beautifully executed and crafted while maintaining the respectability of Natalie Wood’s legacy as the priority, which is so important.

Ella Fitzgerald Makeup Collection

Stunning lipsticks and an eye palette to match. Gift the perfect shades for a night on the town. (Bonus gift points if you’re pairing this with “The Jazz Club Blend“)

Home Goods, Apparel, & Misc.

'50s Vintage Dame

Old Hollywood-inspired tarot cards are a thing! Can you believe it?! This talented illustrator has decks for sale alongside various tee shirts featuring her vintage-esque designs on her website.

Lauren of Palm Springs

If caftans are your thing, you’ll adore this small business. Lauren handcrafts everything on her website to bring bold, glam, fun back into your wardrobe.

Elle Rebel

A clothing line full of glamour and class. If you’re shopping for a fashion-loving special someone, you’ll love this brand!

MISE EN SCÈNT

Created in Brooklyn, NY, these gorgeous candles are created for the avid film-lover!

Carmine & Hayworth

One of our stockists has a website full of one-of-a-kind vintage items and fun gift items. Take a look around and support a fellow small business!

You Can’t Forget the COFFEE!

Feeling Charitable?

Hounds in Pounds

A fantastic dog rescue that says “yes” when others say “no.” We support this organization through two of our current coffee releases – “The Unchained Blend” and “The Boy’s Best Friend

Healthy Humor

An arts organization whose professional performers create moments of joy, wonder, laughter and comfort for hospitalized children and all others who are most in need. We support this organization through “The Big Top Blend

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