Reviewed by: Patience Itson
Get a jump on holiday shopping + make it local with this new online platform
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We found the perfect way you can shop local from the comfort of your couch, Birmingham. Front Porch Alabama has all the goods you could need for the holidays and beyond (with ideas and gift guides included!). Keep reading to find out all about it.
Why Front Porch Alabama is exclusively Alabama
When Darcie Plowden, Director of Front Porch Alabama, and Scott Swoger, President of Due North Media (the parent company of Front Porch Alabama) saw a need for local retailers to be connected with customers across the state, they got creative.
Both Alabama natives, Plowden and Swoger know how many gems are hidden throughout our state. The fall foliage explosion in Mentone, the sunsets in Fairhope and the vibrant food scene in Birmingham are just a few examples. The thing that really caught their attention, though, is Alabama’s abundant list of local retailers and merchants.
While each retailer has something unique to offer, they are often limited by their location. A Birminghamian just can’t make it down to the charming Fairhope French Quarter whenever they want.
That’s where Front Porch Alabama comes in, providing local retailers an easy-to-use website to sell their offerings across the state and giving shoppers access to all their favorite Alabama shops.
Get a head start on your holiday shopping—head to Front Porch Alabama today.
Some of our favorite items for the fall, the holidays + beyond
If you need a little help brainstorming holiday gifts for everyone on your list (like me), Front Porch Alabama has you covered. Handpicked for various occasions and seasons, their collections will be your new favorite way to shop. Here are some to get you started:
- Women’s + men’s fall style
- Alabama + Auburn gameday
- Music festival style
- Gift ideas
- Outdoor party essentials
The best part? You can be assured you’re shopping local—even if you’re hitting “Checkout” from your couch.
My personal favorite category is the Alabama Made collection, featuring everything from home decor to skincare proudly made in Alabama.
Want to see more collections + keep an eye out for the holiday collection drop? Here’s where you can find it.
Why local businesses like State Traditions love Front Porch Alabama
State Traditions knew Front Porch Alabama was the perfect partner. (Ben Johnson / Bham Now)
We got to chat with John McElrath, President and CEO of State Traditions, about why Alabama merchants like him are all for Front Porch Alabama.
As a Birmingham retailer, State Traditions finds great benefit in having its state-inspired apparel offered so widely. Front Porch has shoppers from the Shoals down to the Gulf Coast and well beyond the state’s borders.
Front Porch Alabama was just what McElrath needed, and the partnership made so much sense. He’s one of the 90+ shops, artists and makers who use the website to send their products right to your front porch!
Ready to shop State Traditions + much more? Visit Front Porch Alabama now.
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