Holiday Gift Ideas 2018

By Joshua Beadle

​The holidays are fast approaching and there's so much to do... holiday parties, happy hours, working, happy hours, cooking, working out, and more happy hours... and dont forget about all the gift buying! We wanted to make sure that this holiday season you help support your community by shopping locally so SarasotaOUT.com gathered a list of gift ideas from local LGBT friendly and LGBT owned businesses! Check out our list below and make sure to tell them SarasotaOUT.com sent you! Happy shopping... and see you at the happy hours!

Custom Portraits

Idolize your furry friend with a pet portrait by local artists Herb Morgan. Prices vary based on size. He can also do people too. Including nudes!

Herb Morgan Art 
941-359-6585

Crystal Infused Water Bottle

$80 | A pure crystal stone firmly fastened inside a glass bottle to create an elixir that supports revitalization and clarification of the mind and body.

Boutique Lavina
1269 1st St suite 1, SRQ

Skinny Wallet

$15 | Save your friends and loved ones from fat wallet syndrome with a Southern Tide canvas card case.


Island Pursuit
357 St Armands Cir, SRQ

Roller Skates

$99 | Roller Skating is back and it's not just for kids! Get a pair of Holographic skates for anyone on your list.


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T. Georgianos
​1409-B 1st St, SRQ

New Divine AF Album

We got to preview their new album, "This Side of Desire," and it's really good! You can pick up a copy at the release party on December 14th or on their website.

Fogartyville Community Media and Arts Center | 525 Kumquat Ct, SRQ

Books

Stop by The Reserve and pick up a book or a few to give to co-workers or for your secret Santa this year and sip on a selection of beer and wine while listening to live music.

The Reserve​
​1322 N. Tamiami Trail, SRQ

Car Detailing

The CUTE guys over at Wergs Detail are offering 15% auto detailing use coupon code "Holiday18" at checkout. A great gift for a car lover or yourself!

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Wergs Detail
​4553 Northgate Ct, SRQ

Face Detailing

Some people, including myself, love the gift of beauty - and by beauty I mean fillers, botox, lip injections and more - OH MY! Visit our friends over at The Laser Lounge for all of the above. 

Laser Lounge
​4553 Northgate Ct, SRQ

Professional Portraits

Capture a moment of love, friendship, and family with a professional photography session with our friend Heather Lauren Photography.

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Heather Lauren Photography 
​941-549-0943

​Bath Accessories

Turn your loved ones bathing experience into a Spa Treatment! Visit our friends over at Spoiled Dirty Rotten near Siesta Key for a variety of handmade soaps, oils and bath accessories.

Spoiled Dirty Rotten Cosmetics, Soap & Bath Bakery | 5636 Swift Rd, SRQ

Adopt Don't Shop

This little guy, along with his many rescued friends are looking for forever homes. Nothing is more magic than adoption for the holidays. #adoptdontshop

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Nate's Honor Animal Rescue
4951 Lorraine Road, Bradenton

Toys...

Sorry, this picture had to be censored. What was shown in the pic was sex toys, lingerie, sexy men's underwear and whatever else your dirty mind can think of - All great gifts for your better half. 

Giggles
4407 S Tamiami Trail, SRQ

Riding + Dining Experience

Give something truly unique, like a half day trail riding experience on gorgeous kind spirited horses at beautiful properties with ecological wonders including homemade tantalizing meals and decadent drinks. 

Epic Equine Experiences
941.705.3884

Tickets to Drag Bingo

Beneva Fruitville is one of the hardest working women in Sarasota and you can watch her play with her balls at her Bingo Bonanza at McCurdy's Comedy Club. You'll laugh, you'll cry and everyone gets the free space! 

McCurdy's Comedy Club
1923 Ringling Blvd, SRQ

Tickets to Lion King

Giraffes strut.  Birds swoop.  Gazelles leap at Lion King coming to the Van Wezel next year! Get your loved ones tickets to one of the most breathtaking and beloved productions ever to grace the stage.

Van Wezel
777 N. Tamiami Trail, SRQ

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