Show Small Businesses Some Love!
Right now, a lot of businesses are struggling to stay afloat. As the months go by, more and more businesses permanently close. So, what can we do to help them out?!
First, of course, you can shop small! Whether you order takeout or shop online, you can still shop safely by simply switching to local, small business alternatives to major chains.
You don’t have to spend money to support small businesses either. Your words matter! A great, honest review means a lot to small business owners. Leave them a review on Google, Yelp, and Facebook!
Buy something great? Show the world! You can post about them on your social media. Maybe you grabbed a sweet treat from a mom and pop bakery. Snap a picture, tag them, and share it!
Online interaction is great too. Don’t forget to follow your favorite small businesses, and like, comment, and share their posts.
Recommend your favorite spots! Tell your friends and family about the cute, new boutique you love. You can even tell us on Instagram and we can add it to our SHOP SMALL story highlight!
We hope this inspired you to shop small!
Here are just a few of our favorite small businesses,
and some great resources to find more:
1. Capsule, custom coffee bar designers based in Costa Mesa.
Cory says, “They make beautiful and sustainable custom coffee bars!”
2. Paris in a Cup, a tea house in the city of Orange.
Taylor says, “It’s one of my favorite tea houses in SoCal! Sweet treats and a beautiful parlor. They currently offer takeout!”
3. The Fuel Shack, a coffee shop and bakery in San Clemente.
Aubree says, “You are always welcomed with a smile and a sweet conversation. The coffee and tea will make your day. It’s the BEST! They also offer homemade treats that are gluten free, vegan, paleo, and so much more!”
4. The TeaBook, tea storage and limited-run teas with awesome, themed designs.
Belinda says, “They have lovely teas and make me laugh! They also make great gifts.”
5. Linden Avenue, fun and colorful accessories.
Hope says, “I love the thoughtful design behind each piece at Linden Avenue. Hannah make the most creative and fun accessories that brighten the world!”
6. Bachmanville Photography, a natural light photographer specializing in newborn photography!
Matt says, “Shara Bachman is a baby-whispering, photograph-taking genius. Pay her all the money to take all the pictures and never look back.”
Resources
The OC Black Book, created by Young Black Professionals of Orange County, features Black-owned businesses for a variety of categories!
Black-Owned Businesses in Orange County, created by Reanna on Instagram, features a great collection of shops and restaurants!
LA’s Delivery & Takeout Options For Every Situation, created by The Infatuation, shows hand-selected favorites all over Los Angeles!