15 Companies to Support this Small Business Saturday
For up-and-coming entrepreneurs, Small Business Saturday is not just another day of the Thanksgiving weekend – it is a day to celebrate their hard work every day of the year! It takes a lot of time, energy, perseverance, and a whole lot of bravery to start a business from scratch, which is why small business owners are always some of my favorite people.
Back in 2015, Kenny Flowers was created in Kenny’s grandma’s guest room in Bali. Over the years and despite all odds, Kenny worked to grow the business into an internationally-known luxury resort wear brand (you can read more about the origin story and how KF has grown here!). As you guys probably know, I joined that journey with Kenny back when I moved to Bali to pursue my dream of running Jetset Christina full-time and expanded Kenny Flowers into women’s swim and resort wear for all of you! From there, we’ve continued to grow into Kids, and Golf, and we know this is just the beginning for our small but growing family biz.
Both Kenny Flowers and Jetset Christina have been through trials and tribulations as businesses, and at times, we didn’t know if they would survive. Starting and running a small business is not for the faint of heart. But it is SO worth it. On Small Business Saturday, it is so important to Kenny and me that we not only celebrate our own small businesses, but that we celebrate you and yours. So, this year, I decided to feature some of your businesses here on the blog in hopes that you will gain more traction on Small Business Saturday!
15 Companies to Support on Small Business Saturday
1. Gus & Ruby Letterpress
Started by two best friends and named after their dogs, Gus and Ruby, Gus and Ruby Letterpress is a custom design and print studio located in historic, coastal New England. They specialize in creating one-of-a-kind pieces of art in the form of wedding and special event invitations, birth announcements, and more! You might recognize the above photo… it’s my wedding invitation!!! I personally used Gus and Ruby for my dream wedding in Maui, and they did such an amazing job.
Website: www.gusandruby.com
Instagram: @gusandrubyletterpress
2. Walker Zabriskie Furniture & Home
Walker Zabrieske Furniture & Home is located in Palm Beach, Florida on historic Worth Avenue. They are known for their custom furniture, but they have a lot of unique items in their inventory for those who love luxurious living! One thing I love about this company is that their furniture is inspired by Bali. Bali is near and dear to Kenny and I’s hearts as it is a huge part of our companies’ origin stories!!
Website: www.walkerzabrieske.com
Instagram: @walkerzabrieskefurniture
3. Styled in White Events
If you are planning your wedding, and want it to feel timeless with a modern twist you have to check out Styled in White Events! Styled in White is a luxury wedding and event planning company with locations in Texas and Nebraska, but they travel all over the U.S. to make wedding dreams come true. They produce some seriously stunning weddings, but my favorite thing about them is their love and passion for their clients!!! I cannot recommend them highly enough!!!!
Website: www.styledinwhite.com
Instagram: @styledinwhite
4. Cozy Cute Knits
Cozy Cute Knits makes handmade items for babies and toddlers, and they are soooo cute! The little hooded sweaters are to die for. I love stuff like this!
Instagram: @cozycuteknits
5. Shop Southern Goods
Shop Southern Goods is located in our hometown of Charleston, South Carolina! They have home decor, greeting cards, ornaments, and more. All of their items would make great gifts or stocking stuffers!!!
Website: www.shopsoutherncities.com/
Instagram: @shopsouthergoods
6. KOALA
KOALA’s goal is to make resort travel easier and more affordable, which is something I think everyone can get on board with! It’s kind of like an Airbnb for timeshares.
Website: www.go-koala.com/
Instagram: @stay.koala
7. The Catered Coconut
Kenny and I used The Catered Coconut in Maui for our wedding, and it was such a hit!!! If you are planning an event in Maui, you NEED these coconuts, run by the sweetest husband-and-wife team!
Website: www.thecateredcoconut.com
Instagram: @thecateredcoconut
8. Good Morning Chickadee
Good Morning Chickadee makes handmade, upcycled tees, towels, totes, sarongs, and more!
Website: www.goodmorningchickadee.com
Instagram: @goodmorningchickadee
9. Salt and Wilde
Salt and Wilde is a boutique with feminine, romantic styles! As an added bonus, they are running a 20% off Black Friday sale right now, so be sure to check them out!
Website: www.saltandwilde.co
Instagram: @saltandwilde
Hotel Lobby Candle
Started by luxury hotel connoisseur Lindsay Silberman, Hotel Lobby candle should be on everybody’s holiday shopping list this year – they make the perfect gift for friends, bosses, hostess gifts and more! And they smell SO GOOD!
Website: Hotel Lobby Candle
Instagram: @HotelLobbyCandle
10. Lost Weekend Co.
Lost Weekend Co. just launched their super chic planners, and I’m obsessed!! These planners are not only helpful in planning out and reaching your goals, but they are also absolutely beautiful and make great coffee table books after you’ve finished using them.
Website: www.lostweekendco.com
11. The Cold Cork
Have you ever grabbed a bottle of wine that isn’t quite chilled enough to drink? Then you need the Cold Cork! The Cold Cork funnels your wine through a stainless steel coil surrounded by a food-grade cooling medium, making your wine drinkable in seconds!
Website: www.thecoldcork.com
Instagram: @thecoldcork
12. Bloom Bath Co.
Bloom Bath Co. is a Michigan-based company that creates 100% natural, vegan personal care products! Not only do their products sound dreamy, but they are also aesthetically pleasing and would look create on your bathroom counter!
Website: www.bloombathco.com
Instagram: @bloombathco
13. Rich & Kitch
Rich & Kitch can help you plan your wedding or vacation in one of my all-time favorite places, Cabo San Lucas! If you are looking for a destination wedding planner in Cabo, I definitely recommend checking them out.
Website: www.kithensinkit.com
Instagram: @kitchensinkit
14. Esplanade Brand
Esplanade Brand creates everyday essentials for life in the sunshine (sign me up!!). They are located in sunny California, which is what their designs are inspired by.
Website: www.esplanadebrand.com
Instagram: @esplanadebrand
15. Caitlyn Motoycka Photography
Caitlyn is a Charleston-based photographer who has done all of our newborn and family photos, and I absolutely adore her!!! If you’re a Charleston local, you need to check out her work!
Website: www.caitlynmotyckaphotography.com
Instagram: @caitlynmotyckaphotography