The deadline for free shipping orders on Amazon is nigh. Still scrambling to get your shopping done? Don’t sweat it. These hometown boutiques have all kinds of cool stuff—and you won’t have to worry about porch pirates ruining Christmas and Hanukkah.
The Urban Farmhouse
Sarah Allen’s Bluemont shop is filled with giftable goods ranging from Dash & Albert rugs and holiday tableware to petite bud vases. The biggest hit this season are little shadow boxes made by local artists Caroline and Erik Hottenstein ($12 to $38) in a range of sizes. Tucked inside a 120-year-old farmhouse, the shop also stocks holiday sweaters, books, notepaper, wreaths and cute baby gifts. Check the website for extended holiday shopping hours. 5140 Wilson Blvd., Arlington (Bluemont)
Sassanova
This women-owned boutique opened its newest and largest store in McLean in mid-November, offering both women’s and men’s fashions under one roof, along with home accents and accessories. “We want people to feel welcomed, seen and inspired,” says proprietor Angela Tandy. “This new location allows us to bring that same personalized experience to even more customers just in time for the holiday shopping season.” Find Trudon candles (from the oldest candle maker in Paris), Lizzie Fortunato jewelry, Bedhead pajamas and Clare V or Loeffler Randall handbags. 6224 Old Dominion Drive, McLean (Chesterbrook Shopping Center)
Casual Adventure Outfitters
Now celebrating its 80th year in Arlington, this reliable gear shop promises to outfit you “from Great Falls to Nepal.” Pick up everything your loved ones need for their 2026 adventures, such as a full seven-layer winter wear Summit Series from The North Face. Fuzzy fleeces from Patagonia, and an array of cozy socks from Smartwool, Farm to Feet and Wigwam, are perfect for cozying up by the fire. Blundstone boots and a made-in-the-USA Benchmade knife will have outdoorsy types equipped for anything the wilderness may bring. 3451 Washington Blvd., Arlington (Virginia Square)
The Golden Fox Boutique
The merch at this boutique in The Crossing Clarendon includes everything from elevated apparel to home decor and accessories. Owner Paula Frishman curates the offerings with an eye toward supporting local artisans and women-owned businesses. Grab handmade, quilted cosmetic and toiletry bags featuring a variety of artisan block-printed fabrics, or a peppermint Candy Cane Sparkle cocktail or mocktail mixer with edible glitter. Make it into a martini, mix it up in iced tea or seltzer, or serve it over ice cream. 2700 Clarendon Blvd., Arlington (Clarendon)
Lemoncello Boutique
New shipments of holiday goodies are arriving daily at this boutique in the Lee Heights Shops, so the giftable offerings are eve changing. Bestsellers this season include “My Lucky Mahjong” socks, and toasty knit sweaters and beanies to keep you warm all winter long. Shop Dec. 15 and 16 and get a grab bag gift with a purchase of $200 or more. Check out Deb Fabian Jewelry at trunk shows Dec. 17 and 24, and on Dec. 18 get a free Nest candle if you spend $250 or more. 4518 Langston Blvd., Arlington (Waverly Hills)
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Covet
Betcha can’t choose just one of the Sydney Hale aromatherapy candles that keep Autumn Clayton’s enchanting shop smelling like heaven. (Pro tip: Stock up and keep a stash of them for any time you need the perfect hostess gift, pick-me-up or anytime mood booster.) The merch also includes hilariously on-point selections for bird-lovers, cat ladies, Swifties, pickle-ballers, children of the ’80s and other fervent subcultures. 5140 Wilson Blvd., Arlington
Apricot Lane Boutique
Two the Moon
This inviting little shop is chock full of seasonal gifts as it wraps up its 11th year in Arlington. For your favorite hostess, find mango wood serving trays and platters by My Casita in fun holiday designs, along with a bevy of other dishes, glassware, weatherproof yard decor, and stocking stuffers galore, including cocoa, tea and candles. 6501 N 29th St., Arlington (Williamsburg)
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Trade Roots
Shop Lisa Ostroff’s fair-trade emporium in Westover and the giving is twofold. The selection of global goods includes handmade serving bowls, linens, jewelry, knitwear and more, with proceeds directly supporting the artisan communities that created them, from textile collectives in Guatemala and Nepal to basket weavers in Uganda. Ostroff visits developing countries in person and works with makers around the world to source unique finds. 5852 Washington Blvd., Arlington
One More Page Books
Give the gifts that will get them off their screens. Eileen McGervey’s independent bookstore in East Falls Church is curating themed bundles this holiday, such as a Jane Austen bundle with a Pride & Prejudice candle, Jane Austen pin and adaptations of the author’s novels. Additionally, find games, puzzles and puzzle books, perfect for anyone who does their daily Wordle or wants to be the next Sherlock Holmes. Games from Brass Monkey such as Debatable: A Social Game, have been a hit this year. One More Page celebrates its 15th anniversary in 2026. 2200 N. Westmoreland St., Arlington (East Falls Church)