Everyone has someone on their list who lights up when Sarasota comes up: the parents who winter on Longboat Key, the friend who still talks about her Siesta Key trip, the grandkids who learned to swim at Lido. This Sarasota holiday gift guide sorts our favorite gifts by who you're shopping for, and explains how shipping and pickup work so your gifts arrive on time.
Gift Guide at a Glance
- Best gift for most people: something with the logo of their island, like Lido Key, Longboat Key or Siesta Key.
- Shipping: we ship to US addresses only. Standard shipping is free on orders of $75 or more.
- Speed: orders ship within 2 business days. Delivery time after that depends on the carrier and where it's going.
- In town? Order online and choose free in-store pickup at 410 St. Armands Circle. Pickup orders are usually ready within 24 hours.
- Not sure what to pick? Gift cards are available online.
Start With Their Island
The best gifts are specific. Most people who love this area really love one part of it, and they'll tell you which. Before you shop, think about where they stay or which beach they talk about:
- Lido Key is the beach just past St. Armands Circle. Shop the Lido Key collection.
- Longboat Key is the quieter, longer island to the north. Shop the Longboat Key collection.
- Siesta Key is the one with the famous white quartz sand. Shop the Siesta Key collection.
- More than one? Our Keys collection covers them together, including The Keys Tee with a map of the keys.
Gifts for Snowbirds and Part-Time Locals
If they spend the winter here, they already know the secret: evenings in December and January get cool. The normal low at the Sarasota-Bradenton airport in January is about 52 degrees, so a good sweatshirt is the gift that gets worn all season.
- For her: the Longboat Key Mock Neck, a women's fleece that's just right for a sunset walk.
- For him: the Longboat Timber Crew, a crewneck sweatshirt for porch mornings and cool nights.
- For either: the Lido Key Johnnie-O 1/4 Zip, an easy layer for dinner out.
Browse all sweatshirts and hoodies for more.
Gifts for Beach Walkers, Golfers and Boaters
For the person who's outside every day, practical wins. Our performance shirts are light enough for a hot afternoon and add a layer of sun coverage:
- The Lido Key TASC All Day Long Sleeve for kayaking, fishing or long beach walks.
- The Longboat Short Sleeve TASC Tee for tennis, golf or the boat.
- The Sarasota Performance Keys Long Sleeve, a sun shirt with a map of the keys.
- A cap to go with it, like the Longboat Key Cap in navy or the Siesta Key Cap in sand.
Gifts for Someone Who Misses Sarasota
Some of the best gifts go to people who aren't here right now: the friend snowed in up north, or the couple counting down to their March trip. For them, think about things they'll use every day at home:
- A morning coffee reminder: the Sarasota Coffee Mug Diner.
- Something for the counting-down: a Sarasota Beach Towel to pack for the next trip.
- For the desk or gym bag: the Sarasota Water Bottle.
- Their favorite island on a shirt: the Lido Key Tee or the Longboat Key Tee.
Gifts for Someone Planning Their First Trip
Know someone with a winter or spring trip on the calendar? Give them the things they'll wish they'd packed. The sun here is strong even in January, and there's very little shade on most beaches, so a small sun kit makes a thoughtful, useful gift:
- Sunscreen: Sun Bum Mineral Sunscreen Spray. If they're flying with only a carry-on, remember liquids over 3.4 ounces have to go in a checked bag, so this one may be better waiting for them on arrival.
- Shade: the Sarasota Cool Fit Visor or a Siesta Key Cap Meshy White.
- A layer for the evenings: first-timers rarely expect how cool winter nights get, so a sweatshirt is the gift they'll thank you for.
Tuck in a note pointing them to our guide on what to pack, and they'll arrive ready.
Gifts for Kids and Grandkids
Grandparents who winter here shop for this list more than any other. Kids' tees make the trip feel like theirs too:
- The Lido Kids Key Tee and the Longboat Kids Tee.
- The Longboat Onesie for the littlest ones.
- Matching a grandparent's shirt is always a hit. Pair a kids' Lido tee with an adult Lido Key Tee.
See everything in kids and baby.
Stocking Stuffers and Small Gifts
For coworkers, neighbors, teachers and the bottom of the stocking, small and flat is best:
- Stickers: the Lido Key Sticker and Longboat Key Mini Sticker.
- Magnets: the Sarasota Wood Magnet.
- Drink huggies: the Sarasota Huggie Flat.
- Lip balm: Sun Bum Lip Balm SPF 30, for anyone heading somewhere sunny this winter.
- For the car: a Car Tag.
When You Don't Know Their Size or Their Island
A Sarasota Style gift card is the safe choice. It's available online, and it lets them pick their own island and size, either on our website or in the shop the next time they're on St. Armands Circle. It's also a nice gift for someone with a trip already booked.
How to Get Your Gifts There on Time
- Order early. We ship within 2 business days, but carriers get busy in December. The earlier you order, the less you'll worry.
- Bundle to $75. Standard shipping is free on orders of $75 or more, so it often makes sense to buy for several people at once and ship to yourself.
- Ship straight to them. You can send gifts directly to anyone with a US address.
- Visiting for the holidays? Use free in-store pickup. Order online, and your gifts are usually ready within 24 hours at 410 St. Armands Circle.
If you're in town in December, the Circle is a fun place to shop, with holiday decorations and evening strolls under the palms. Our guide to things to do in Sarasota in December has the season's events.
Sarasota Holiday Gift Guide FAQ
What is a good gift for someone who loves Sarasota?
Something with the logo of their favorite island, like Lido Key, Longboat Key or Siesta Key. If you're not sure which island or size, a gift card lets them choose.
Do you ship gifts anywhere in the US?
Yes. We ship to US addresses, and orders ship within 2 business days. We don't ship outside the United States.
Is shipping free?
Standard shipping is free on orders of $75 or more.
When should I order holiday gifts to arrive by Christmas?
As early as you can. Orders ship within 2 business days, but carrier delivery times stretch in December, so ordering in early December or sooner takes the stress out.
Can I send a gift directly to someone else?
Yes. Enter their US address at checkout and we'll ship it straight to them.
Do you sell gift cards?
Yes. Gift cards are available online.
Can I order online and pick up in the store?
Yes. Choose free in-store pickup at checkout. Orders are usually ready within 24 hours at 410 St. Armands Circle.
What's a good gift for a snowbird in Sarasota?
A sweatshirt or fleece with their island's logo. January nights in Sarasota average about 52 degrees, so a warm layer gets plenty of use.
What are good Sarasota stocking stuffers?
Island stickers, a wood magnet, a drink huggie, SPF lip balm or a car tag. They're small, flat and easy to mail.
Do you have Sarasota gifts for kids?
Yes. We carry Lido Key and Longboat Key kids' tees and a Sarasota toddler tee, which pair well with a matching adult shirt.
Shop in Person on St. Armands Circle
Want to see it all before you choose? Stop by The Sarasota Style at 410 St. Armands Circle, open every day from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Tell us who you're shopping for and which island they love, and we'll help you find it. For more ideas that travel well, see our guide to the best Sarasota souvenirs.