Gift ideas Martinique

Tilo remains the largest souvenir store in Martinique. Why Tilo? Simply because the owner's name is Laurent, hence his nickname of Ti-Laurent. You can find a wide range of madrases, the most important collection of T-shirts with Caribbean designs, children's clothes, caps, postcards, and hammocks. You can even have your T-shirt personalized because the workshop has its own screen printing equipment. Not to mention many local handicrafts, liquors and pareos for your souvenir gifts.

Located in the heart of the city center, facing the sea, Tilo remains the most iconic souvenir store. Why Tilo? Simply because the owner's name is Laurent, hence his nickname of Ti-Laurent. You can find a wide range of madrases, a large collection of T-shirts with Caribbean design, children's clothes, caps, postcards, and hammocks. You can even have your T-shirt personalized! And don't forget the many local handicrafts, liqueurs, and pareos for your souvenir gifts.

In this unique place, everything is thought to extend your Creole journey… In a decoration worthy of the small grocery stores of yesteryear (oil lamps and rustic furniture), a whole world of spices, delicacies, fine chocolates, delicious candied fruits, exceptional coffees or vintage rums opens up to you. Tableware and rare objects complete your gift desires. The Boutique is approved for the sale of products that conform to flight cabin regulations. A seductive address that may well charm you.

Just a stone's throw from the Village Créole, the Hôtel la Pagerie has just opened a pretty lifestyle boutique filled with unusual objects to find the perfect gift to bring back in your suitcase. This contemporary and chic concept-store houses natural products and local crafts. Cosmetics for men and women, decoration, childcare accessories, jewelry, bags, local delicacies, gourmet food (cola flakes, breadfruit flour), Peyi herbal teas, fine books…, this store is full of ideas that emphasize craftsmanship.

For more than 40 years, Fleurs Lointaines has been producing exotic flowers and delivering them to France. In 1976, Edouard des Grottes, a banana grower, wishing to promote the wealth of his island, planted all sorts of varieties at the foot of Mount Pelee: anthuriums, heliconias, alpinias, ginger flowers… From the cutting to the reception of the flowers in mainland France, in less than 24 hours! The flowers are harvested the same day they are shipped and taken to the airport. The company, led by Edouard's grandson, delivers throughout France.

While strolling in downtown Fort-de-France, visit Boutique Saturne on Victor Hugo Street. It has been a prestigious boutique of wines, spirits, and gifts, and for several years now. You will surely find the ideal gift, a wide range of wines, spirits and especially prestigious Martinique rums. In addition to the reception, wise advices will allow you to choose the perfect gift, also among the gift boxes, tableware, cigar humidors, accessories for men and women, decorations…

La Boutique Saturne de la Pointe du Bout is a reference in Martinique and has been for several years. When you enter this elegant boutique, you will find a wide range of exceptional products: a large selection of wines, spirits and especially prestigious Martinique rums. But also champagnes, large choice of chichas and hookahs. The managers' advice will help you choose the ideal gift among the panel of boxes, art of the table, cigar humidors, accessories, decorations… An Ali Baba's cave!

Sandra warmly welcomes you to her charming little boutique, nestled in the heart of the Trois Rivières distillery. A passionate craftswoman for over 20 years, she lovingly shapes coco, gourds and bamboo. The shop opens its doors to a variety of delights, from exquisite confections to refreshing punches and tasty ice creams. Tasting on site. A must-stop!

After twenty years in marketing, Natéa left everything behind to pursue her passion: illustration. What she loves: revisiting Martinique's landscapes, giving them a neo-retro look, mixing modernity and cheerful colors. Under her pencil strokes, the Anses d'Arlet pier, the Balata church and Anse Michel are adorned in cameos of green, blue and orange. Her style is so successful that Natéa has just opened its first point of sale. Her mythical illustrations can be found on posters and mugs.

In her store nestled in the enchanting setting of the Villa des Lucioles, Suzanne offers unique products made by designers from all over the world. In this Ali Baba's cave, worthy of the most beautiful bazaars of the Thousand and One Nights, we take pleasure in hunting down things that are out of the ordinary in this boutique that is resolutely atypical. Bags, cushions, jewelry, but also decorative items (beanbags, stools), and of course clothes, swimsuits…, all unique!

This brand-new concept store aims to promote the culture and know-how of pan-African artists and craftsmen. You'll find original, one-of-a-kind pieces made from bogolan (a Malian fabric dyed using a specific technique), indigo earrings, copper and cowrie shell rings, bags, jewelry... The boutique also offers a small selection of delicatessen products sourced directly from fair trade producers in Africa: coffee from Ethiopia, baobab powder... Workshops on pan-African culture are organized on a regular basis.

After Dillon, the concept store opens a second boutique in Trois-Ilets. To find it, go to the end of the main alley, in the last store on the left. Here you'll find a host of gift ideas for the whole family, men, women and children: clothing, swimwear, fashion accessories, decorative items... And that's not all: here, we give your jewelry a second life by repairing it. Worn cords, broken clasps, oversized bracelets... You can drop your jewelry off at the boutique or book an appointment for an estimate.

At the end of the Village de la Poterie, this concept store is a veritable Ali Baba's cave. Dare to step through the flashy pink front door and you'll enter Stéphanie's colorful world. You'll find all kinds of colorful, casual and trendy clothing and accessories, to suit all shapes and sizes, made from quality fabrics perfect for the Caribbean climate: dresses, light tunics, fashion accessories (wax clutches...). You'll also find Swarovski crystal jewelry, quartz jewelry, steel jewelry, wax jewelry..

This concept-store, invented by Créole Arts Café, is a showcase for local producers, offering nuggets from the northern Caribbean, in both crafts and groceries: kako sticks from Valcaco, delicacies from Conserverie Créole, healing infusions from Herboristerie Créole, cookery books, jewelry and local arts and crafts. In short, a veritable Ali Baba's cave 100% made in Martinique.

Deena has created a brand of handmade candles made in Martinique. The candles are made from soy wax, to which a few drops of local essential oils are added. What makes them special is that they combine the skills of several local craftsmen: artisan potters and essential oil distillers. To make her candles truly decorative objects, Deena adorns them with semi-precious stones with various virtues (comfort, concentration, emotional balance). Magnificent creations!

This store is undoubtedly unique in Martinique. Le Paradis du Bakwa has a whole collection of hats and accessories made from bakwa leaves, a tropical tree whose dried leaves are ideal for weaving, mainly for basketry. Sandra sells her creations and even takes commissions. She is a true artist with nimble fingers. In her store, you will find traditional hats as well as original creations and more. Go and have a look!