2020 Southside Holiday Gift Guide

We reached out to our Southside community business owners and asked for some inspiration on what to get your loved ones this holiday season. Here are their suggestions:

Mission Shoppe – Mission Shoppe carries exclusive gifts inspired by our beloved Missions of San Antonio, Texas. Where luxury aromas and home décor meet, Mission Shoppe is known for its high quality, hand poured,100% natural soy candle collections and customized candles. You can find their Mission Trails candle collection  at Wong’s Bodega, The Rose Boutique or by ordering online. Inquiries for custom candle orders can be sent to missionshoppe@gmail.com. Website: www.missionshoppesa.com. Social Media: Facebook: @missionshoppesa & Instagram: @MissionShoppe.

Body Contour by Lilianna offers Non-Surgical fat reduction services with same day results . Our state-of -the-art machines provide effective treatment without the expense and risks involved with surgical treatments. Website: slimdowsa.com. Facebook: @bodycontourbylilianna. Instagram: @bodycontourbylilianna. Wax in the City –  With the holidays just around the corner, we want to spread a little warmth and good cheer — and what better way to do it than with a gift of Scentsy. Their 2020 limited-edition holiday release, it’s sure to be on everyone’s wish list. To order your Scentsy, contact Jan Ortiz at mrsandmro@yahoo.com. Website: scentceuticalsbyjanortiz.scentsy.us. Social Media: Facebook: scentceuticalsbyjanortiz. Instagram: @waxinthescentsysa.

Are you loco for Fideo Loco? Due to COVID-19, the 4th annual Fideo Loco Festival that takes place in November will be postponed till next year. That didn’t stop the festival founder Roxanne Quintero from raising funds to donate to the non-profit organization USA Bully Free this year. In celebration of the festival, love for Fideo, and to support anti-bullying and cyber-bullying, the fest has launched, “Fideo Merch”! Website: FideoLoco.com. Social Media: Facebook: @FideoLocoFest. Instagram: @fideolocofestivalsatx.

Gabriela Cadena can help you plan and strengthen your financial strategy for various stages of your life: employee benefits, insurance and retirement planning/distribution. Give your family peace of mind. Website: reps.modernwoodmen.org/gcadena.

Que Retro Arts is a local artist known for one of a kind Latino pop art. Visit their online store at where you can find our original artwork, prints, stickers, painting party kits to go, art T-shirts, tote bags and so much more! Online Store Link/Website: que-retro-arts.com. Social Media: Facebook: @queretroarts. Instagram: @que_retro_arts.

Morpho Style Boutique provides unique handcrafted jewelry. Our eco-friendly jewelry and accessories come from Colombia, South America. Each unique handmade piece is handmade with recycled real butterfly wings and natural flowers. All butterflies are provided by different botanical gardens and farms in Colombia, once they have ended their life cycle in a natural way. NO butterflies are harmed in the making of this jewelry. Flowers are cultivated at our artisans’ own garden; they are carefully picked, preserved, and arranged into beautiful creations to be worn as jewelry.  You can purchase our products on their website or at several markets throughout the city. Website: morphostyleboutique.com. Social media: Facebook: @morphostyleboutique. Instagram: @morphostyleboutique.

Zen, Sweat and Cheers Your Virtual Yoga and Fitness Studio For everyone and every BODY!  We offer a wide variety of classes to suit your needs and a brand new apparel line sizes Small to XX Large.   Our motto is we meet you where you are on your fitness journey, no judgement and no competition. We are a community of individuals that are striving to improve our health, qualify of life and have some fun. Website: zensweatandcheers.com. Social Media: @zensweat. Instagram: @zensweatandcheers.

Handmade clay creations by Eriston & Emm are made with love and sold at local markets and/or can be ordered on through their Facebook or Instagram page. Social Media: Facebook: @eristonemm. Instagram: @x.eriston_emm.x.

Magnetic Eyelashes by Tori Belle Cosmetics are easy to apply, long wearing and travel-ready. They are designed to make everyone feel capable and beautiful – with an eye toward innovation, ease of use and versatility. All Tori Belle Cosmetics are designed with high quality ingredients that are hypoallergenic, sustainable, beautiful and luxurious. Website: shop.toribellecosmetics.com/aprilmaemedia.

WAPA is an online store dedicated to empower WOMEN by WOMEN from the Wayuu Colombian Community, and also to highlight the work of other artisans in Colombia. Their accessories are 100% handmade from indigenous, and some of them are transformed and mixed in a FASHIONABLE way to provide exclusive and unique products. Website: wapahandmade.com. Social Media: Facebook: @WAPA.CC. Instagram: @wapa.cc.

Coffeecionado is the one of the best coffee houses in San Antonio. They’re always in search of the perfect cup of coffee – and, of course, great company to share in the experience of coffee! You can purchase your own bag of coffee and enjoy it in the comfort of your own home. Website: coffeecionado.coffee. Social Media: Facebook: @coffeecionadoLIFE. Instagram: @coffeecionadolife.

Carol’s Creations is a family supported business specializing in wreaths, screen print and heat transfer vinyl tshirts, hand sewn aprons and wooden home decor. We also offer unique handmade jewelry and items embellished with permanent vinyl such as acrylic keychains and drinkware. Facebook: @carolscreations00.