Your Local Holiday Gift Guide
Running out of time? Don't panic. Check out our guide to find gifts tailored to every personality type.
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By Natalia Madrigal
For the Spiritual Tia Who Puts Everyone Else First
Seguin Gardens & Gifts (Cicero): Plants, Candles, Cutesy Decor
5621 W 31st St, Cicero, IL 60804 | Website
Here, you can find everything from plants to candles to preserves to decor. The perfect treats to show your appreciation to the person who deserves something that finally brings a little care back to them.
Botanica Irma (Cicero): Spiritual, protection, self-care
2248 S Cicero Ave, Cicero, IL 60804
Discover oils, incense, protection charms and other items that honor the long-standing spiritual traditions of our community. Perfect for people who are constantly watching out for others but might want a little self-care and protection themselves.
(No website, the store offers traditional spiritual goods, candles, oils, ritual supplies, etc. Visuals include veladoras, statues of saints, incense, herbal blends, amulets, etc.)
Sól Nÿx Botanica (Berwyn): Crystals, balms, body care
6614 Cermak Rd, Berwyn, IL 60402 | Website
Find balms, crystals and small-batch body care products that help in restoring peace and balance after a demanding year. Ideal for the one who constantly devotes their own energy to others.
Physical location is in Berwyn Sprouts which will be closing down December 28, 2025.
For Your Hipster Primo
Old Fashioned Candies (Berwyn): Artisanal, Candies, Treats
6210 Cermak Rd, Berwyn, IL 60402 | Website
Handmade sweets to end every homemade meal on a sweet note. Ideal for the trendy cousin who enjoys artisanal flavors, nostalgia, and discovering the local hidden gems before everyone else.
Kribi Coffee Air Roastery (Oak Park): Gourmet coffee, roastery, gift sets
149 Forest Ave, Oak Park, IL 60301 | Website
Stop by for some roasted coffee beans and gift sets to elevate every breakfast. Ideal for the cousin who loves gourmet coffee, luxurious morning rituals and enjoying the latest local finds with loved ones.
For Your Mom Who Deserves to Treat Herself
Face2Face Spa Studio (Berwyn): Skincare, Spa-Treatments, Self-Care
6805 Roosevelt Rd, Berwyn, IL 60402 | Website
Spa services and wellness treatments meant to help relax. A perfect choice for the mother who is constantly taking care of everyone else and needs a moment to pamper herself.
Urban Unwind Wellness (Oak Park): Wellness, Massage, Self-Care
1100 Lake St Suite LL23A, Oak Park, IL 60301 | Website
Gift cards and certificates for wellness services are perfect for mothers who prioritize others and could use some well-earned relaxation and self-care.
For Abuela, to Celebrate Home
Encanto De Joyas (Cicero): Cultural, Jewelry, Accessories
2420 S Laramie Ave, Cicero, IL 60804
Mexican-made, one-of-a-kind jewelry! Ideal for adorning your abuelita, who loves to stay fashionable while carrying a little bit of home with her everywhere she goes.
(No website, but there is a Facebook page storefront jewelry shop offering Mexican-made accessories like necklaces, earrings, bracelets, rings, etc. Visuals include colorful jewelry, stones, trinkets, etc.)
Mexi-Stylo (Cicero): Cultural, Clothing, Accessories
2406 S Laramie Ave, Cicero, IL 60804
Traditional Mexican clothing, art pieces and decorative accessories are ideal for your abuelita who enjoys honoring her culture in style.
(No website, Facebook page, Instagram page, has traditional Mexican clothing, accessories, artisanal textiles, etc. Visuals include colorful/embroidered clothing and traditional handcrafted items, and accessories)
Berwyn Sprout (Berwyn): Handcrafted, Cultural, Artisanal
7129 Cermak Rd, Berwyn, IL 60402 | Website
Perfect for appreciating your abuelita who loves to surround herself with pieces that reflect her roots and bring a cozy touch of Mexico into her home. This lively shared retail space is loaded with artisanal home decor, handmade accessories, and skillfully created handmade goods!
Get your gifts here before they officially close down their storefront December 28, 2025.
For the Fashion-Forward Prima
Bellisima Fashion Boutique (Berwyn): Fashion, Trendy, Boutique Finds
6915 Cermak Rd, Berwyn, IL 60402 | Website
You'll find going-out outfits and unique pieces here! Ideal for your fashion-forward prima who enjoys turning heads at every holiday party and celebrating in style.
Campanita’s Closet (Cicero): Accessories, Fashion, Boutique
5201 W 25th St, Cicero, IL 60804 | Website
Here, you'll find fashionable accessories and one-of-a-kind finds that are perfect for the fashionista who loves trying out different looks and personalizing each outfit.
(No website, Instagram, store offers accessories, clothes, and miscellaneous one-of-a-kind finds and trinkets. Visuals include colorful clothes, accessories, quirky gifts, decorative items, etc.)
For your Sobrina Creativa
Dandelion Bookshop (Oak Park): Discovery, Books, Literature
139 S Oak Park Ave, Oak Park, IL 60302 | Website
Thoughtfully chosen books across genres. Perfect for la sobrina who enjoys getting lost in stories, exploring new worlds and discovering inspiration for her creative endeavors on every page.
Oak Park Records (Oak Park): Vinyl, Music, Collectibles
179 S Oak Park Ave, Oak Park, IL 60302
Discover vinyl records and carefully curated music for the niece who enjoys discovering new sounds, digging into albums and uncovering songs that fuel her imagination.
(No website, Instagram, store offers vinyl, CDs, and other music selections. Visuals include records, CDs, headphones, etc.)
AfriWare Books (Oak Park): Books, Art, Community
137 N Oak Park Ave UNIT 207, Oak Park, IL 60301 | Website
A mobile bookstore and community resource that features authors, artists and activists. Making it ideal for the thoughtful niece who enjoys exploring stories and art that encourage cultural pride and community (BY APPT ONLY PLEASE CALL/EMAIL FIRST)
For Your Sobrino Curioso
Berwyn’s Toys & Trains (Berwyn): Vintage, Toys, Trains
7025 Ogden Ave, Berwyn, IL 60402 | Website
Discover vintage toys and trains that ignite the imagination, allowing for hours of exploration, tinkering and nostalgic fun for your nephew, who gets lost in his hobbies.
Top Cut Comics (Berwyn): Pop Culture, Comics, Collectibles
7122 Ogden Ave, Suite B, Berwyn, IL 60402 | Website
A vast collection of comics and collectibles. Perfect for your nephew who likes digging into fascinating stories and immersing himself in his favorite universes.
Bead in Hand (Oak Park): Beads, Kits, DIY
145 Harrison St Ste G, Oak Park, IL 60304 | Website
Beading kits and classes are a fun option for your nephew who loves handy hobbies, making one-of-a-kind creations and has fun learning new skills.
For your Suegros That You Want to Impress
Sea Love (Oak Park): Artisanal, Candles, Classes
121 N Marion St, Oak Park, IL 60301 | Website
Handmade candles and candle-making classes that provide a special touch to a warm winter afternoon. Products are wonderful to impress your suegros! Provide them with a thoughtful, classy and interactive gift they'll love.
Needful Things (Oak Park): Home Goods, decor, gifts
6926 Roosevelt Rd, Oak Park, IL 60304
Curated home goods that enhance daily life. Great for wowing the in-laws with chic, thoughtful items that demonstrate your appreciation for quality and style.
(No website, Facebook page, store offers curated home goods and decor. Visuals include homey/kitschy decor, kitchenware, trinkets, candles, etc.)
Natalia Madrigal is a freelance writer and journalist based in Chicago whose work spans culture, entertainment, and community storytelling. As a graduate from the University of Illinois at Chicago, she has written for university, local, and independent media publications, covering stories which encourage diverse voices and creative communities. Fueled by her love for film and music, she offers a narrative-driven approach to the stories she shares.
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