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Shop Fishers: A Gen Z-er’s Holiday Gift Guide

By HSE Public Relations Class

Supporting local businesses not only strengthens the community but also allows you to discover unique products and experiences. Whether you’re a lifelong resident or a newcomer, there are hidden gems waiting to be explored in Fishers, Indiana. Here are six local shops you absolutely need to visit this holiday season!

For Gen Z and Friends:

Rise n’ Roll

Located in The Yard, Rise n’ Roll is a local bakery with many treats that you and your friends can snack on. This local bakery offers a warm atmosphere and friendly service. They are known for their famous doughnuts, specifically their Cinnamon Carmel Donut. Come on down to Rise n’ Roll and enjoy the friendly atmosphere and amazing treats for you and your friends.

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Blush Salon and Boutique

Blush Salon is a chic local salon in Fishers, Indiana. This salon offers several hair coloring services, a simple wash and dry, or just a trim. You can also find jewelry, skincare, makeup, or hair care products here before your appointment. Come here to treat yourself or shop for your friend!

From Gen Z to Dads and Brothers:

Athletic Annex

For those who appreciate good quality sportswear, Athletic Annex has a surplus of high-end gear from Lululemon to Nike. You’ll find a diverse range of clothing that your dad or brother might like. Make your way on down to Athletic Annex and enjoy the amazing products they have to offer.

Play It Again Sports!

Right off 116th Street hides a local sportwear shop. Play It Again Sports offers affordable gear that you can shop for, whether it’s to get your dad a new golf club or your brother new running shoes, Play It Again has it all! Stop on by and find what you need at a great price.

From Gen Z to Moms and Sisters:

Wasson Nursery

Wasson’s is a large nursery in fishers that sells home decor, potted plants, and outdoor decorations. They have a greenhouse next to the store that changes with the seasons. It is a great place to come for pumpkins, Christmas trees, and seasonal decorations! Visit this beautiful nursery to buy something that adds life to your home and makes your mom happy!

Apricot Lane Boutique

Apricot Lane is a local boutique that sits next to Play It Again Sports. After buying for your dad or brother, come to Apricot Lane for the rest of your holiday shopping. They sell classy silver and gold jewelry, as well as semi-formal dresses and sweaters. They also have soothing candles to accompany the holiday season. Give your sister or mom some of Apricot’s stylish clothes and accessories to brighten their day.

Support Local, Spread Joy

We greatly appreciate all of these local businesses for allowing us to feature them in the Shop Local Campaign. Shopping locally is a great way to support the community during the holiday season. Fishers has many more businesses that are worth checking out. You can find more local businesses to shop and deals at FishersIN.gov/ShopFishers.

About Hamilton Southeastern High School Public Relations Class

This blog was written and produced by Hamilton Southeastern High School’s student Public Relations (PR) team, a part of the Southeastern Media Network. Established in 2023, HSE PR partners with school and community-based clients to provide hands-on, real-world learning opportunities. For this project, HSE PR partnered with the City of Fishers on their “Shop Local” PR campaign. The project was led by Allie Orr (Grade 10) and assistant lead, Emilie Dale (Grade 12). Team members Jacqueline Reilly (Grade 10) and Dylan James (Grade 12) captured photo and video used to support this campaign.