Hej Sarasota!

IKEA Is Coming to Sarasota This Summer

The Swedish home-furnishings giant plans to open a 48,000-square-foot store at University Town Center, bringing flat-pack furniture, meatballs and one of the world’s most recognizable retail brands.

04/10/2026 By Kim Doleatto

Pop and shop

A Luxury Pop-Up Is Testing Sarasota’s High-End Retail Appeal

With Balmain, Miu Miu, Prada and Valentino on offer, the event also offers a glimpse into the kind of retail Waldorf Astoria Sarasota’s developers think could have a home in downtown Sarasota.

04/10/2026 By Kim Doleatto

Tea-Riffic

Tuck Into the Perfect Cup of Tea From the Rosemary District’s TeBella Tea Company

TeBella, which opened in 2010 in Tampa’s Davis Islands neighborhood, has grown to four stores, and the company services more than 140 cafés, restaurants and hotels throughout the country.

04/01/2026 By Lauren Jackson

Hop To It

Rabbit Rabbit Owner Amanda Gilliland Hand-Selects Each Item for Her Rosemary District Eco Gift Shop

“At its core, Rabbit Rabbit is a gift store, but one that prioritizes healthy production practices. It’s about thinking about what we are buying, why we are buying it and where it is coming from.”

11/04/2025 By Lauren Jackson

What's In Store

At Simply Jo’s Boutique, Joanna Brewer Stocks Designer Items Tailor-Made for Coastal Living

Brewer says she looks for “breathable, lightweight, good-quality fabrics” for all age ranges.

06/01/2025 By Elizabeth Djinis

What's in Store

Chloe Canterbury’s Surge Style Stocks Beach-Friendly Looks at Wallet-Friendly Prices

Surge’s style is “beachy chic,” with women’s clothes and accessories that can be taken from dunes to dinner.

05/05/2025 By Elizabeth Djinis

Who's In Store

Lindsey McDaniel of Laura Jean’s Consignments Shares Three Favorite Recent Finds

In 1992, McDaniel's mother, Laura Jean, decided to open a consignment store. Thirty-three years later, it's still going strong.

03/06/2025 By Elizabeth Djinis

The Nose Knows

Urthy Scents Opens in Lakewood Ranch's Shoppes at Market Square

Ali East and Jen Rotondo believe in the power of scent.

02/06/2023 By Heather Dunhill

Retro Cool

A New Midcentury Modern Furniture Store Opens in Gulf Gate

A local couple breathes new life into the local vintage furniture market at the newly opened Retro Revival SRQ store.

12/26/2022 By Laura Paquette

Beachy Keen

Where to Find Florida-Themed Gifts That People Will Actually Want

These four shops cater to the Florida fanatic in your life.

12/13/2022 By Lauren Jackson

priceless

This Year, Give The Gift of Experiences or Helpful Services

Ditch the holiday wrapping paper for memory-making activities they'll love.

12/06/2022 By Kim Doleatto

Openings

A New Furniture Store is Opening in Gulf Gate

A local couple is taking The Woven Home, their online thrift shop, to a brick-and-mortar storefront.

12/01/2022 By Kim Doleatto

Surf's Up

The Best Rash Guards for a Day at the Beach

Heading to one of our amazing beaches? Get extra protection from the sun's rays with these stylish rash guards.

07/29/2022 By Allison Forsyth

Hair Health

The Best Hair Products for Florida's Heat and Humidity

Sarasota-Manatee is experiencing a major heat wave—and with that comes frizz. Here are some of the best products to protect your locks.

07/25/2022 By Allison Forsyth

What's Cooler Than Being Cool? Ice Cold!

The Best Beach Coolers of 2023

Stow beer, wine and your Pub subs in one of these bad boys for the perfect Sarasota beach day.

07/21/2022 By Allison Forsyth

You're Invited

DutchCrafters Has a New Sarasota Showroom

"You can certainly find what you found at your grandma's house, but it's not what most people buy here."

05/24/2022 By Kim Doleatto

Gift Guide

Father's Day Gifts For the 'Do-Gooder' Dad

This year, we've put together an extra special gift guide for the Sarasota dad who wants to give back.

05/24/2022 By Elizabeth Djinis

Gift Guide

Best Gifts For High Schoolers

Finding the best gift for a high schooler is always a gamble. Here are some gifts that are sure to excite without fail.

04/12/2022 By Elizabeth Djinis

Gift Guide

Best Gifts for the Over-65 Sarasotan

These gifts will be the perfect surprise for the Sarasotan that is over 65 in your life.

04/12/2022 By Elizabeth Djinis

Gift Guide

Best Gifts For the Outdoorsy Sarasotan

If you are looking for gifts for the outdoorsy person in your life, these gifts might be just up their alley.

04/12/2022 By Elizabeth Djinis