Uniquely Long Beach Stocking Stuffers
Let’s face it–presents are nice, but if you’re looking to win Christmas this year, you really need to find some amazing stocking stuffers. Fortunately, Long Beach offers a great mix of small-but-mighty gifts, many of them big on local charm and hometown pride. Whether you’re shopping for the foodie, the fashion fan, the art lover or the die-hard LBC loyalist, these spots deliver unique gifts–many locally made–that make it easy to stuff a little bit of Long Beach into every stocking.
LB SWAG
LB Swag (5304 E 2nd St) LB Swag has a whole bunch of LBCentric stocking stuffers. Known for its cherished “Trees on the Bay” ornaments celebrating the city’s floating wooden Christmas trees, the shop also carries hyperlocal favorites like “Long Beach Vs. Everybody” tees and hoodies, Junipero shirts and “Traffic Circle Survivor” gear. With candles named after spots like Belmont Shore and Horny Corner, plus art and accessories from local makers, LB Swag delivers fun, creative gifts bursting with true local cred.
BETTER HALF BOUTIQUE
Better Half Boutique (3803 Atlantic Ave) offers a chic mix of women’s fashion, accessories and lifestyle goods that, like Long Beach, blends coastal ease with urban sophistication. Alongside standout clothing and handcrafted bags made from repurposed materials, you’ll find the likes of Bourbon Whiskey Brew Candles. And they offer on-the-spot custom engraving on pretty much everything, so you can personalize picture frames, cutting boards, drinkware, making every gift feel one-of-a-kind.
JOE JOST’S
Joe Jost’s, Long Beach’s oldest and most iconic tavern, is famous the world round for its classic blue T-shirts. But Joe’s has an entire line of apparel–men’s and women’s–featuring not only the famed overflowing schooner and “Est. 1924,” but other tees, tanks, keychains, caps, even a root beer onesie for infants. You can also flavor your stuffing with Joe Jost’s legendary pickled egg dry mix to create three batches of its famous tangy eggs served over pretzels at the bar.
ROMANCE ETC.
Romance Etc. (5407 E Village Rd) is not only a full-service florist but also one of Long Beach’s most distinctive gift shops. Alongside its event-worthy blooms, you’ll find standout stocking stuffers ranging from jewelry and home decor to books, bath and body goodies, stationery, even temporary hair-color gel sticks, because why not? With many items crafted locally, it’s a perfect spot to pick up thoughtful treats that will make anyone look, smell and feel fantastic.
LONG BEACH CLOTHING COMPANY
Beyond its standout city-proud apparel, Long Beach Clothing Co. (4218 Atlantic Ave/5308 E 2nd St) you’ll find fun, affordable accessories like Long Beach stickers, magnets, license plate frames, and drinkware for coffee or cold pints. Their “Long Live the Queen” can holder—foldable, retro, and celebrating the iconic Queen Mary—fits any stocking with ease. And could there be a better year for someone to find their awesome, “562” Dodger-inspired jersey (Go Blue) rolled up in their stocking?
PIXIE TOYS
Pixie Toys (3914 Atlantic Ave) is a wonderful spot to shop for the young people on your gift-giving list, with lots to choose from for all ages. This Bixby Knolls landmark is like taking a charming step back in time while still being able to enjoy and purchase the latest cool things, whether it’s card games, figurines, plushies, stickers or countless other soon-to-be treasured items.
LONG BEACH MUSEUMS
If you're stuffing a smart stocking, check out the gift stores of Long Beach’s many exceptional local museums. From the Aquarium of the Pacific to the historic Ranchos to world-class art galleries, they offer fun, creative items that turn gifts into little masterpieces.
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