The locally-owned businesses of Oakmont and Verona are home to some great finds and bites. From thrifty antiques to luxury women’s clothing and artisan-made fine jewelry, shopping here is sure to turn up something unique for yourself or someone you’re gifting.
Shopping locally isn’t just good for the planet and local economy — it gives you a chance to find something different from big box stores while getting a more attentive experience.
Once you’ve finished your “nice list,” spots like Oakmont Bakery and The Lot make for a tasty meal or treat to fuel you up for or finish off a day of shopping.
Shop Oakmont and Verona
Carabella
Luxe sweaters from Lisa Todd and timeless coats from Cinzia Rocca are a good representation of what you’ll find at Carabella. This high-end shop curates women’s clothing by the season, so it’s a good stop if you need to add a staple to your wardrobe and want to invest in great quality. Find trendy-but-sophisticated pieces like “old money” cable knits here.
E. N. Miller Antique Mall
Antique and vintage lovers, this is a must-visit for you. Explore three floors of clothing, kitchenware, decor, books and comics, furniture, and more in this mall-style space. Oddities and obsessions of all kinds can be found among the many booth spaces that different curators and collection owners sell from. There’s one especially tasteful booth in the basement you’ll want to check out.
Urbanä Boutique
Whether you have a party or night out coming up, are a guest at a wedding, or just want to freshen up your brunch and office looks, Shop Urbana has pieces that cover any occasion. A thoughtfully selected range of prints and styles give you options. In addition to dresses, tops and sweaters, dresses, and jeans, expect to find jewelry, accessories, and bath and body products.
Roots to Petals
This isn’t your grandma’s florist. Local and women-owned, the store is also a workshop space that hosts events and teams up with other local businesses, like breweries, for collaborations. Think wreath workshops and plant bingo. Aside from all-occassion arrangements, shop house plants and consider their flower club subscription for fresh bouquets delivered regularly.
Oakmont Olive Oil Company
Foodies can upgrade some staples at Oakmont Oil, which carries high quality olive oils and balsamic vinegars. Their blends have won several awards in international competitions. This husband and wife venture is great for finding gifts for the culinary enthusiasts in your life or to mix up things in your own kitchen. Classics or infusions (bacon and smoked chili olive oil or blood orange balsamic) elevate traditional recipes or make for unique homemade dressings and sauces.
Precious + Posh
Modern whimsy lives at this kids clothing boutique with plenty of options for boys and girls of all ages. Think matching sets and cozy seasonal essentials as well as shoes, hats, toys, and swimwear. Everyday staples can be found here as well like hooded towels, meals, and book sets. It’s a great place to find gifts for to-be moms or the little one already in your life. If you’re looking for special occasions or niche finds, Precious and Posh can help you with things like christening outfits, birthday crowns, or ballet flats.
Mystery Lovers Book Shop
This multi-award winning book shop specializes in the mystery genre. 6,000 titles of children and adult books across an array of sub genres make for an ideal browsing experience for any book lover. Investigator classics or psych thrillers and sci-fi are shelved among nonfiction varieties. If you’re looking to fully lean into the theme, you can get a mystery book subscription, a surprise book sent to you every month. And if you want to further localize your subscription spending, go for their collection of audio and e-books.
Suma Jewelry Co.
Two experienced jewelers own and operate this shop which is a masterclass in modern metal and stone work. Suma Jewelry offers handmade fine jewelry, custom pieces, and repairs. The two artisans’ complementary styles and skills make for a delightful display of classic, clean options and organic nature-inspired pieces. Standout stones, uniquely shaped pearls, and engravable made-to-order signet rings are among the treasures you’ll find here.
Treat Yourself to Sweet or Savory Bites Along the Way
The Lot at Edgewater
However you indulge, The Lot is a place where you can find what you’re craving. This high quality American spot has breakfast, lunch, and dinner service along with a bar (alcohol and coffee) as well as treats like dessert and a cigar bar on the second floor. For breakfast we’re going for the crabcake benedict or exploring the list of savory and sweet toasts. For a light lunch, the kale caesar or the toast turkey club with crispy prosciutto. And for dinner, a daily selection of raw and baked oysters, a good steak, and brown-butter brioche beignets.
Oakmont Bakery
This bustling bakery with café service is one of the best known bakeries in the Pittsburgh area. National awards and many local “best of” appearances have put it in the spotlight, and for good reasons. It boasts a massive retail space with everything from pies, pastries, cookies, cakes, rolls, donuts, bagels, and pepperoni bread. Get a freshly made wrap from the café for a casual lunch stop and remember it for celebrations for sandwich rings or custom cakes.
Story by Samantha Leon
Photo Courtesy of Suma Jewelry Co.
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