We want to celebrate all the businesses that make the Holy City so special.
In honor of our many movers and shakers, we’re asking readers to nominate small businesses they love so we can share them with the whole audience.
We’ll be here to share a new batch of small businesses every month, so bookmark this page to come back for more, especially if you’ve enjoyed our Small Business Week and Today’s Best coverage.
Editor’s note: Some quotes may have been edited for clarity and brevity.
Editor Callie’s Picks
Ladybird Books | Independent bookstore
“The goal from the beginning was to create a place that feels like an eclectic reflection of our community, where stories, ideas, and people come together in unexpected ways.” — Founder, Summer Anderson.
- The independent King Street bookstore features 1,760 sq ft of space, stocked with best-selling literary fiction, contemporary Southern fiction and nonfiction, culture-driven cookbooks, and a “How to be a Human” section for memoirs and thought-provoking reads.
Brackish | Apparel
“Honestly, humbled + flattered. It gives me goosebumps every time I see a customer wearing a piece we’ve created right here in Charleston out in the wild.” — co-founder, Jeff Plotner
- A Lowcountry brand celebrating fashion, beauty, nature, and hometown pride began in a Rutledge Avenue apartment. The idea for the company was sparked when co-founder Ben Ross made turkey-feather bow ties for his groomsmen, and later, he teamed up with Jeff Plotner to turn the gift into a thriving business.
167 Raw | Oyster bar + seafood eatery
“We are incredibly grateful for our new home at 193 King St. and for all of our guests who love to be there.” — Owner, Jesse Sandole
- This King Street oyster bar and seafood spot has grown into a large-scale restaurant that quite literally always has a line out the door. It specializes in seafood and offers a fun, lively atmosphere.
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