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Support your fellow alumni—and find great gifts—with our third annual showcase of Cornellian-owned online retailers!

By Cornellians staff

In advance of Cyber Monday 2024, Cornellians debuted a feature devoted to spotlighting alumni-owned businesses that sell merchandise suitable for holiday gift-giving. The aim was to create a win-win: not only to showcase Big Red retailers, but to give Cornellian shoppers some novel ideas for holiday gifts while supporting their fellow alums.

And when we set about gathering online stores to include, we were blown away by what we encountered: dozens upon dozens (upon dozens!) of thriving retailers founded by alumni entrepreneurs, selling everything from tasty treats to high-end fashions.

The following year, the Holiday Marketplace grew even larger—and in 2026, we're pleased to present our biggest version yet, with more than 140 entries!

Note: Each retailer’s heading is a hyperlink to its website or sales portal. Some sellers have opted to provide a Cornellians discount code, which appears at the end of its listing; these may offer cost reductions or free shipping under certain circumstances. (We are unable to specify the details of each discount code, but please note that exclusions, terms, expiration dates, order minimums, or other limits may apply to them.)



SusieCakes

Susan Sarich ’91

Holiday marketplace Susiecakes red velvet cake image

Made from scratch, these baked treats start with traditional core ingredients (butter, flour, sugar, and eggs), forming the basis for desserts like red velvet, classic marble, and the bestselling Vanilla Celebration cakes.


Banannelies Bakery

Annelies Bergmann ’27

gift pack sampler from Banannelies

Run by a current undergrad, this Ithaca-based bakery ships homemade banana bread, offering a variety of flavors including brown sugar crackle and chocolate chip—plus kits for baking at home. Discount code: GOBIGRED15.


Smiley Cookie

Jeff Broadhurst ’91

Holiday marketplace Smiley Cookies image

These brightly decorated sugar cookies come in a wide variety of styles, including for many holidays.


Junior’s Cheesecake

Alan Rosen ’91

Holiday marketplace Junior’s cheesecake sampler image

Junior’s has been a beloved New York dessert staple since its founding in Brooklyn in 1950, famous for its New York-style cheesecakes in flavors like raspberry, strawberry, pumpkin, pineapple, and devil's food.


Baked in Color

Julie Waxman ’91

Four red and green Christmas themed cookies and four white and blue Hanukkah themed cookies stacked next to each other.

This business creates vibrantly colored chocolate chip cookies, “brookies” (a brownie-cookie mash-up), and cookie cakes in a variety of customizable shades including rainbow; colors representing universities and sports teams; and traditional holiday hues. Discount code: CORNELL.


Vegan Confectionaries

Carina Miranda Davis, MPS ’91

a sliced loaf from Vegan Confectionaries

The retailer offers easy-to-prepare vegan baking mixes, in varieties like banana, pumpkin, and chocolate chip bread and muffins. Discount code: ALUMNI10.


Staccato Bakery

Saleem Ahmed, MBA ’11

gift pack of a selection of cookies from Staccato Bakery

Gift boxes of cookies are available in tried-and-true flavors such as chocolate chip and oatmeal raisin, as well as more unusual ones like matcha and red velvet. Discount code: CUHOLIDAY.



Dang

Vincent Kitirattragarn ’06, MEng ’07

product image of selection of Dang Thai Rice Chips varieties

The chips are made from toasted coconut meat or sticky rice and come in flavors such as caramel sea salt, lightly salted, Thai chili and lime, sriracha spice, and original.


Jamie’s Farm

Jamie Kim ’19

product image of a package of Jamie's Farm granola surrounded by a bowl of the granola, a mug of coffee, and several separate ingredients

Originally started on the Hill and sold at pop-up markets, these granolas are made in small batches using ghee, honey, oats, nuts, and seeds to make the base. Discount code: CUHOLIDAY.


Jack & Friends

Jessica Kwong ’18

Jack & Friends vegan jerky bags on a table with vegetables and other ingredients

The company offers a vegan spin on beef jerky that is made from shredded jackfruit, a food popular in Southeast Asia that has a neutral flavor and meaty texture.


Big Spoon Roasters

Megan Lynam Overbay ’97

An open jar of pistachio crunch almond butter with toast spread with the butter on a wood cutting board.

Specializing in small-batch nut butters and snack bars made with sustainably sourced ingredients from around the world, the brand offers creative flavors such as bourbon pecan, lemon cookie, Thai curry, and chocolate sea salt. Discount code: CORNELLIANS26.


Boichik Bagels

Emily Winston ’00

Bagels with everything seasoning

Made in the San Francisco Bay Area and shipping nationwide, these New York-style bagels (plus bialys) come in traditional flavors like everything, sesame, and cinnamon raisin.


House of Mana Up

Meli James ’00

a product image showing a selection of food items in a basket from the House of Mana

This retail platform supports small businesses and entrepreneurs in Hawaii while providing authentic products from the Islands nationwide. Discount code: CORNELL10.


New England Cranberry

Allison Goldberg ’88, BS ’89

A platter of charcuterie with a jar of jelly in the middle

The Massachusetts-based business makes cranberry jellies, chutneys, and jams that come in classic and unique flavor combinations that pair with charcuterie boards and cheese platters.


Hernán

Isela Hernandez ’95

image of several serveware items from Hernán Mexico

This specialty brand focuses on authentic Mexican flavors as well as a variety of artisanal products like cookware, kitchen tools, and serveware. Discount code: CORNELLMARKET.


The Bone Sauce

Joe Johnson, GR ’19–20

wings covered in sauce in front of product images of The Bone Sauce offerings

Created by a professional chef, this chicken wing sauce—which has won top honors at the National Chicken Wing Festival—is made with real butter and contains no corn syrup, fillers, or preservatives.


ThunderFlash Hot Sauce

Kayla Gordon Aulenbach ’19

a variety pack selection of drink bottles from Thunder Flash

This family business offers a wide range of hot sauces in various flavors and heat levels, featuring peppers including jalapeño, habanero, ghost, and Carolina reaper.


Beal's Lobster Pier

Russel Bernard ’80

Beals lobster rolls

This seafood business based in Maine ships fresh lobster, lobster meat, lobster roll kits, and oysters nationwide.


OvaEasy

Hernan Etcheto, MBA ’75

product image of OvaEasy egg in a cup

This company produces shelf-stable egg crystals—including individual portions of scrambled eggs in a cup—that can be prepared by adding water, using a low-temperature drying process to preserve flavor and nutritional value. Discount code: CORNELL25.


Grow the Earth

Caroline Feldmeier ’04, BS ’05, MBA ’26

product image showing sliced salami on a charcuterie board from Grow the Earth

Partnering with small, local farms that emphasize responsible practices and humane animal care, this New England company offers specialty salamis. Discount code: CORNELL.


Coditos

Rodolfo Saccoman ’99

product sample shot of packs of CoDitos

Inspired by a family recipe, this Miami-based company makes crunchy macaroni snacks that are vegan, nut-free, and dairy-free.


Queens

Clara Lee ’12

Queens Jang Club monthly items sample

This San Francisco-based business makes traditional Korean fermented foods like kimchi and gochujang. Discount code: BIGRED15.



Harney & Sons

Michael Harney ’77

Holiday marketplace Harney and Sons tea chest gift box image

This multi-generation Cornellian company is a leading purveyor of high-quality teas—including oolong, black, organic, white, green, matcha, herbal, and decaf.


Saxbys Coffee

Nick Bayer ’00

Saxbys Coffee two-pack sampler

The chain has an unusual business model: its more than two dozen stores are run completely by students at local colleges and universities; products available from its online store include single-serve packets for steeping.


Tinker Coffee

Stephen Hall ’06

a bag of coffee sitting on top of other bags of coffee from Tinker Coffee Co.

This specialty coffee roaster sources high-quality beans from around the world, partnering directly with farmers to ensure fair and ethical practices. Discount code: BIGRED27.


Puro Coffee

Tim Moran ’89 & Kartini Collier Moran ’90

A bag of Puro coffee with beans and a cup

Puro promotes its products’ sustainability as well as their taste: its coffee beans are fair trade, organic, and roasted using green energy, and its teas are organic and portioned in plastic-free bags.


Imunika Coffee

Jinhu Park ’09

A box of Imunika coffee

This Seoul-based brand sells coffee infused with fermented mushrooms—which, according to ancient Korean practices, are believed to strengthen the immune system and offer other health benefits.


Bean Box

Matthew Berk ’92, BA ’93

A selection of coffee beans sold by Bean Box, with two cups of coffee

Coffee lovers can explore freshly roasted specialty beans from more than 60 independent roasters through curated subscriptions, gift boxes, and individual purchases. Discount code: CORNELL-HOLIDAY-2026.


A Pensive Man’s Coffee

Grace Guichardo Watkins ’10

A bag of Pensive Man's coffee with a lion image on it

Sourcing specialty beans directly from farmers, this company roasts its coffee in small batches and offers light, medium, and dark roasts, available as individual purchases or subscriptions. Discount code: BIGRED.


Fieldcraft Coffee Roasters

Eric Dever, MBA ’26

image of a bag of coffee and a mug with Fieldcraft Coffee Roasters branding balanced atop a wooden fence with tree branches in the background

This small-batch coffee roaster offers specialty coffees that are available through monthly subscriptions, individual bags, and single-use pour-over packs designed for camping and other outdoor activities. Discount code: BigRed.


Iron Dome Coffee

Justin Yehuda ’24, BS ’23

Iron Dome Coffee gift pack product image

This company offers a variety of medium, dark, flavored, and decaf coffees—available as whole beans, ground coffee, Keurig-compatible pods, and cold-brew packs—with a portion of profits donated to organizations supporting Israel.



L’Uva Bella Winery

Marisa Sergi-Schumann ’15

bottle of Luva Bella Winery wine on a holiday themed charcuterie plate

The company produces a variety of wines and juices such as a bourbon-barrel-aged Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, as well as fruitier options like blackberry wine and sangria.


Sovi

Julia Eklund Littauer, MBA ’20 & Alexander Littauer, MBA ’20

Holiday marketplace Sovi wine image

Sovi caters to people seeking the taste of a fine wine without the alcohol: its products include a red and sparkling rosé made with California-grown grapes and de-alcoholized to retain flavor and aroma.


FernCrest Winery

Jan Olson ’76

FernCrest wine bottles with medals

This award-winning North Carolina-based winery makes libations ranging from dry to sweet and incorporates organic blackberries and blueberries into some offerings.


Silver Trident Winery

Bob Binder, MBA ’90

a selection of wines and glasses by Silver Trident Winery

Located in the Napa Valley, this boutique family winery produces 3,500 cases annually, including Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir, and Sauvignon Blanc. Discount code: BIGRED15.


Dr. Konstantin Frank

Frederick Frank ’79

Vinifera Revolution Pack of three wines from Dr. Konstantin Frank Winery

Overlooking Keuka Lake in New York’s Finger Lakes Region, this family-owned operation produces more than 30 wines, with individual bottles, gift sets, and club memberships available.


Tierno Wine Merchants (HEC Champagne)

Andrew Salamida ’15, MPS ’16

"C"-labeled bottles of Dominique Boulard and Filles Champagne extra brut in honor of Hotel Ezra Cornell's centennial year

Although this wine supplier doesn't sell directly to the public, it has produced a special extra-brut Champagne to celebrate the centennial of Hotel Ezra Cornell that is available through a partner.



Berri Organics

Jerome Tse ’13

Berri Fit active hydration product image

These plant-based, organic drinks are packed with electrolytes and contain no artificial flavors, colors, or preservatives.


Fruitations

Allison Goldberg ’88, BS ’89

A bottle of Fruitations cranberry mixer and a glass

Fruitations offers all-natural fruit mixers designed to elevate drinks with flavors including cranberry, tangerine, grapefruit, cherry, and ginger.


Smart Cups

Chris Kanik ’05

Smart Cups energy shots product image

The company’s innovative technology prints flavors inside the cups; its "shots" for energy and focus come in flavors such as tropical punch and blue raspberry.


Recoup

Susan Buckwalter Hartman, MBA ’12 & Siwat Siengsanaoh, MBA ’15

3 cans of Recoup beverages with fruit

Recoup makes sparkling probiotic drinks infused with ginger, electrolytes, and fiber for hydration and digestive support, offering products that are low in sugar and caffeine free.


Sayso

Alison Nathanson Evans ’14

a product image showing a SAYSO margarita drink mix being poured into a glass

These low-sugar cocktail and mocktail mixers come in single-serving sticks that can be combined with water or spirits to make drinks like margaritas, palomas, and espresso martinis. Discount code: CORNELL20.


Jous

Camilo Ortiz ’25

image of a hand squeezing an orange above a can of Jous orange fruit drink which is atop a pile of oranges

Made with real fruit juice and no added sugar, these canned drinks come in orange and lime flavors and contain added magnesium and electrolytes. Discount code: Cornell25.



Farmstead 1868

Monica Cody ’05

product image of a sampler gift pack of items from Farmstead 1868

Located in Upstate New York, this fifth-generation family farm produces small-batch skincare, candles, culinary goods, and home fragrances using lavender grown in its own fields. Discount code: CORNELL.


Potential Power Nutrition

Mary Dellavalle Balliett ’76, Brendon Horigan ’17 & Elizabeth Freeman Omeltchenko ’17

Holiday marketplace Potential Power Nutrition breakfast blend image

This supplement company makes products like a vitamin-filled chocolate shake that can act as a low-calorie meal replacement, with offerings that are hypoallergenic, vegan, and safe for diabetics.


Seen

Adrienne Bitar (lecturer and former postdoc)

Bags of Seen calcium supplements with some of their ingredients

These chews—which taste like caramels but contain no added sugar—are designed for women over 40 who have higher daily calcium requirements due to increased risk of bone loss.


Plant People

Gabe Kennedy ’14, BS ’13

Plant People's mushroom gummies product sampler image

These plant‑based supplements—for stress reduction, gut health, and more—in gummy form are made with mushrooms and other botanical ingredients while also being vegan, gluten free, and zero sugar.


Brelixi

Breanna Neff ’16

Brelixi's blue and purple and orange and yellow powder drink mix products with a glass of purple and yellow juice next to them.

Made with a blend of electrolytes and other ingredients found in wellness supplements, this brand (for customers aged 21 and older) offers powdered drink mixes infused with THC or CBD.


Vermont Pure CBD

Jon Namanworth ’15

a selection of products from Vermont Pure CBD

Made with hemp grown on the company’s certified organic farmland in Vermont, these CBD products include tinctures, capsules, lotions, salves, and bath bombs, as well as chocolates, honey, and pet treats. Discount code: cornell25.


Aunt Flo’s Kitchen

Armita Jamshidi ’25

sampler back of Sheballs

Made with dates, nuts, and spices, Cramp Bites are vegan, gluten-free snacks inspired by a Middle Eastern recipe and designed to help alleviate menstrual cramps, with flavors including pistachio, rose, and sesame.


Twice

Julian Levine ’10 & Cody Levine ’13

product sample pack from Twice, a complete oral care system

Developed by a family of dental professionals, this oral care brand offers toothpastes, mouthwash, toothbrushes, floss picks, and whitening strips for a complete care routine.


Soulo

Jialin Ke ’20 & Joshua Zhu ’20

A person using a long-handled toenail trimmer

The long-handled toenail filer—with detachable extension arm, dual speeds, and interchangeable filing tips—is designed for seniors, people with disabilities, or anyone who has difficulty reaching their feet.


CheeZheng Himalaya

Miao He, MPS ’20

Holiday marketplace Cheezheng Himalaya bath therapy box image

The company produces a range of wellness products rooted in traditional Tibetan medicine by using natural ingredients combined with modern scientific approaches.


Snap Wellness

Kristen McClellan ’12

Snap everyday sunscreen product image

Typically found in luxury hotels, this brand makes environmentally friendly continuous-spray sunscreens and lip balms in various scents.


Soul Tara

Asmi Shah ’05

A blue journal titled Cosmic Starlight on a snowy background with flowers and a votive candle

The wellness company—whose founder grew up in a Gujarati Jain household—carries products like handcrafted aura sprays, infused bath salts, and a mindfulness journal. Discount code: Cornell15.



LogicMark

Chia-Lin Simmons, MBA ’02

product sample shot of two "Freedom Alert" items by LogicMark

Designed to help older adults and others stay safe while retaining independence, these personal devices include such features as fall detection, geofencing, and communication with emergency services at the touch of a button.


AirCaps

Nirbhay Narang ’25

A pair of the black, smart glasses sitting on a white surface.

This tech business makes lightweight eyeglasses that work with a smartphone app to display accurate, real-time captions viewable only by the wearer—offering a way for people who are deaf or hard of hearing to better understand spoken communication.


remMD

Susan Herson ’92

The Glow Guide product

The company’s product, Glow Guide, clips to mobility aids like wheelchairs, walkers, and canes—providing illumination in dark spaces to enhance safety and independence while lowering the risk of falls. Discount code: GRAND50.


Runbell

Kevin Nadolny ’04

a hand with a small bell on one finger with out-of-focus pedestrians in the distance

Runners and walkers are the target audience for these products designed to enhance safety, including a bright light for nighttime outings as well as a brass bell worn on the finger to signal presence in crowded or busy environments. Discount code: CornellLove.



Jiwya

Aishwarya Lahariya, MS ’19

image of four people at a table eating grapes and smiling

An India-based sustainable clothing business, Jiwya uses only natural fibers and dyes; its website details sustainability information about each piece of clothing, including how many hours it took to make.


Wool & Prince

Mac Bishop ’11

man wearing a travel hoodie and glasses looking into the distance

Specializing in merino wool apparel, this brand offers men’s clothing designed for comfort, durability, and ease of care; due to the fabric’s odor-resistance and breathability, it can be worn for weeks without washing.


Wool&

Mac Bishop ’11

woman wearing a jacket and leaning against a door

A sister company to Wool & Prince, it makes womenswear including dresses, tops, and leggings, all made from merino wool.


Proto101

Liyin Kok ’04

A man and a woman in white zip up athleisure wear

This clothing collection—made through eco-friendly means, with durability and comfort in mind—is designed for everyday wear.


Adam Lippes

Adam Lippes ’95

clothing designed by Adam Lippes on a model

The independent New York-based designer offers luxury womenswear, as well as a small selection of shoes and accessories.


Ruby Jones

Ruby Jones ’22

model wearing a knitwear hat

This clothing brand focuses on long-lasting, comfortable pieces made with natural and recycled materials—with the aim of minimizing environmental impact. Discount code: CORNELL10.


Sense-ational You

Julia DeNey ’20

A girl in a purple hoodie

The brand specializes in clothing and accessories that address special sensory needs and supports children and adults with autism, ADHD, and sensory sensitivities.


Detoure

Meghan McKenzie Russell ’19, BS ’18

jacket by Detour

This online marketplace sells secondhand clothing, shoes, handbags, and accessories from social media influencers—including popular brands like Reformation, Revolve, Lulus, and Princess Polly—at discounts of 40% to 60% off retail prices.


Teddie (Merch)

Jamie Hintlian ’82, MEng ’85, MBA ’86

two Teddie Peanut Butter merch shirts on a man and woman

While the century-old brand’s popular peanut butter isn’t sold via its website, fans can bedeck themselves in swag with its familiar bear logo.


Sene

Ray Li ’09

clothing by Sene Studio on a model

Specializing in made-to-order clothing, Sene offers custom-fit suits, jeans, shirts, and more, using technology that creates personalized measurements through an online questionnaire.


Hamilton & Adams

Andrew Addotta ’99

button-down jacket from Hamilton and Adams

A men’s and women’s clothing retailer based in the Hudson Valley that recently opened an Ithaca store, it carries brands such as Levi’s and Free People, along with its own Upstate & Chill collection. Discount code: McGraw20.


Devium

Steve Benjamin ’80, MEng ’81, MBA ’82

image of a man wearing sunglasses, hat and flannel shirt against a beach and ocean backdrop

Specializing in American-made men’s clothing, this company offers jackets, flannels, shirts, pants, and more that are produced in small batches. Discount code: BIGRED15.


Reunited Apparel

Terrance Caldwell ’25, BS ’24

A man wearing a T shirt with a slogan on the back that says "Pray about it more than you worry about it" Philippians 4:6

This Christian clothing brand, which donates a quarter of its profits to charitable causes, offers a T-shirt bearing an inspirational saying on the back.


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Harper Wilde

Jenna Kerner Barnes ’11

Three models wearing Harper Wilde bras and underwear.

Widely praised in the media, the brand offers comfortable, high-quality bras, underwear, sleepwear, and activewear for a variety of body types.


Zifan

Zoe Wang, MEng ’20

A model in a black lingerie teddy

The luxury lingerie brand specializes in ultra-feminine pieces handcrafted by artisans in Italy.


Tres Reinas

Valeria Ortiz Ocasio (MBA student)

Two models wearing bikinis

Inspired in part by Puerto Rico’s natural beauty, this swim- and resort-wear brand offers bold, elegant pieces with sculptural silhouettes that are designed and crafted in Latin America.



Katie Bartels Jewelry

Katie Bartels ’06

A collection of colorful earrings and a necklace

This collection features eye-catching designs, bright colors, and such gemstones as amethyst, turquoise, and rose quartz.


Emily Kuvin Jewelry

Emily Mathes Kuvin ’86, JD ’95

Holiday marketplace Emily Kuvin Kapow ring image

This high-end line features earrings, necklaces, rings, and bracelets, primarily in yellow or white gold with diamonds and other gems.


Dee Haze

Deirdra Hazeley ’04

beaded bracelet

This Etsy shop specializes in handmade jewelry, like colorful beaded bracelets, anklets, and waist beads crafted from glass, wood, and stones—as well as African-inspired ceramic wall art, decorative magnets, and graphic apparel. Discount code: CORNELL26.


Charmco

Lisa Feldkamp ’94

Holiday marketplace Charmco necklace image

This high-end brand offers personalized jewelry with charms—letters, zodiac signs, animals, cowboy boots, seashells, and much more—that let wearers customize pieces to reflect their personality.


Nunchi

Jane Park Dua ’10

A woman in profile with a silk flower over her eye wearing earrings

This jewelry and accessory brand boasts bold designs inspired by Korean culture, offering necklaces, pendants, earrings, bracelets, waist chains, and other items.


Down to Earth

Christine Koziol Watkins ’86

Copper and jade earrings arrayed on a fern leaf on a log

The brand sells one-of-a-kind, nature-inspired pieces made using hand stamping and metalsmithing.


Ring Concierge

Nicole Wegman ’08

diamond ring closeup by the Ring Concierge

Specializing in fine jewelry, Ring Concierge offers custom engagement rings and wedding bands, along with everyday pieces including diamond tennis bracelets, necklaces, earrings, and stackable rings.


Nigiste Saba

Fairuz Ahmed Zein, MS ’06, MBA ’22

watch with green, yellow, and red color band and Ethiopian characters with lion at its center

This African watch brand incorporates Ethiopian cultural elements on the faces, including numerals from the ancient Ge’ez writing system and traditional symbols like the Lion of Judah and Ethiopian crosses.


Black Creek Outpost

Danni DelConte ’22, MS ’24

handcrafted jewelry items made by Black Creek Outpost

Made by a plant scientist, this shop sells handcrafted jewelry that incorporates real flowers, natural stones, and organic textures pressed into metal. Discount code: CORNELL.



Birdie Blue

Kate Cornell Harvey ’03

A woman giving a dog a treat from a Birdie Blue bag with bright purple and blue coloring

This sustainable, women-owned and -operated business keeps broken ski and snowboard gear out of the landfill by upcycling it into sustainably created accessories: tote bags, fanny packs, travel bags, zip pouches, and more.


Jelynne

Jelynne Jardiniano Morse ’02, BS ’15

Holiday marketplace Jelynne Raffia travel bags image

Made from natural materials, these bags—each one custom-made and pre-ordered—are crocheted by hand from Madagascan raffia.


Kenya Arts

Margaret Higgins Bowker ’68

A stack of hand-woven baskets.

Representing a nonprofit benefitting women in remote villages in Kenya, the shop sells their handwoven baskets—made from sisal plants and natural dyes in a variety of patterns, sizes, and colors—as well as handmade jewelry.


Allégorie

Heather Jiang, MBA ’16

Cardholders from Allegorie made from apples in their "Puzzle" style in a variety of colors including mint and dark green, blue, orange, red, and tan.

Using apples, mangoes, and pineapples, this sustainable business crafts vegan leather wallets and bags from fruit, using vegetable-based dyes.


Bows and Brocades

Hilarie Sit ’18, PhD ’21

colorful handbag, clip and ribbon

This Etsy shop offers makeup bags handcrafted from eye-catching fabrics, including vintage and hard-to-find textiles. Discount code: TOUCHDOWN15.


Auri

Eliza Buddenhagen, MBA ’16

A clutch purse with black and white inlays

The luxury handbag and jewelry brand uses classic artistic approaches to create pieces with a modern edge.


Un / Done

Courtney Smith ’09, BS ’08

a handbag made from repurposed Levi's jeans

Giving new life to secondhand denim, this company creates one-of-a-kind handbags from repurposed Levi’s jeans—each one handmade with unique washes, stitching, and details.



Dauphines of New York

Summer Rej ’06

necklace by Dauphines

These luxury hair accessories—silver- and gold-plated bobby pins, barrettes, headbands, and tiaras—provide bling at those glittery holiday parties, as well as other occasions like weddings.


Boundary Layer Studio

Mattison Crowe ’94, MBA ’00

Holiday marketplace Boundary Layer watchbands image

These high-end watch straps and accessories are made from materials like merino wool and leather, while products for luxury watch fanciers include storage boxes and travel pouches.


Ithaca Sheepskin

Mark Leonard ’97 & Jessica Leonard ’12

selection of products from Ithaca Sheepskin

This Ithaca-based business crafts handmade sheepskin products like slippers, hats, mittens, wallets, baby booties, and earmuffs.


Vanessa Noel

Vanessa Noel ’84, BFA ’86

The "glam moire" open-toed heel

Using exotic leathers, gemstones, luxury fabrics, and other rare materials, this designer label creates glamorous footwear (as well as handbags, scarves, and other accessories) that has graced runways in Paris and New York for decades.


Sunrise Pashmina

Seth Sicroff ’72, BA ’73

a woman displaying a large dark-colored scarf with a rainbow design

This Ithaca-based business specializes in handcrafted pashmina shawls, scarves, and blankets that are made in Nepal.


Amberjack

John Peters ’14

legs wearing a pair of shoes from Amberjack

Combining the look of dress shoes with the comfort of sneakers, this men’s footwear brand also carries loafers, boots, and more.


Whiskers Laces

Kyle Groth ’09, BS ’10

sampler pack showing varieties of Whiskers laces

Offering a colorful selection of laces for dress shoes, sneakers, boots, and golf shoes, this company offers solids, stripes, and other patterns, along with matching lace-and-sock bundles and subscription boxes.


StringBling

Drew Filus ’95

A selection of String Bling designs including. tennis ball, a cassette tape, and a gear shifter

The site allows you to design custom decorations to be worn on clothing, lanyards, hoodie strings, and more—either a single one or in large quantities.



Foope

Femi Oloruntoba, MBA ’18

Holiday marketplace Foope Fragrances sample box image

These fragrances and scented candles—designed to be unisex—include whimsically named offerings like Cherry Wonderland, Grunge Rock Tuberose, and Girl Power; a scent quiz helps you decide which best suits you.


5 Sens

Divya Gugnani ’98

A collection of 5 Sens products

These vegan and cruelty-free perfumes are aimed at creating a layered sensory experience with notes including Tahitian vanilla, sparkling sugar, musk, blackcurrant, peach blossom, saffron, jasmine, and many more.


Sparx Premium Handcrafts

Jennifer Hu, MBA ’21

product shot of four perfume and fragrance samples by Sparx surrounded by citrus fruits and flowers

Specializing in fragrances designed for people who are sensitive to scents, this business offers vegan, non-toxic soy candles, perfume oils, and hand and body creams in scents such as osmanthus, yuzu, wisteria, and gardenia. Discount code: SPARXCORNELL.



Art by Anna Effenberger

Anna Effenberger ’22

Holiday marketplace Anna Effenberger art "Breakneck" image

The New York-based artist creates detailed pieces in such media as pen, charcoal, colored pencil, and acrylic.


Conversation Art Pieces

Donald McNerney ’88, BA ’91

Holiday marketplace Conversation Art sandy beach image

Nature themes dominate in these art prints and greeting cards—there are dogs, meerkats, elephants, birds, kangaroos, and other animals, plus beaches, sunsets, seascapes, and more.


Art by Lauren Knollmeyer

Lauren Downing Knollmeyer ’09

"Keep Exploring" a horizontal canvas print

The Engineering alum is a Seattle-based artist who sells prints of her landscapes in varying sizes.


Artwork by Tiny Toes Design

Brett Blumenthal ’95, BArch ’96, MBA ’04

A painting of a fox, owl, raccoon, porcupine, deer, and mouse

Blumenthal creates watercolors, many of them on natural themes, with some designs offered with inspirational sayings. Discount code: CORNELL15.


Artwork by Rich Cavanagh

Rich Cavanagh ’78

A photo of a raptor bird on a branch

Birds and other animals in nature are showcased in photographs that are available as canvas, framed, or metal prints, or printed on gifts like throw pillows, yoga mats, and ornaments.


Brett Blumenthal Art

Brett Blumenthal ’95, BArch ’96, MBA ’04

illustration of several horses running in shallow water

The artist creates watercolors that depict animals and landscapes; a portion of profits are donated to global wildlife conservation efforts. Discount code: CORNELL10.


Mandy Warhol Fine Art

Mandy Nalevanko Settembre ’99

An image of an orange cat lying in the sun

This company offers colorful prints, note cards, jigsaw puzzles, and framed pieces featuring playful animals, nostalgic scenes, and other designs, achieving its unique look through hand-painted papers, tiny scissors, and glue.


Agrisculpture

Amy Lewis Sweetman ’08

metal sculptures of bluebirds by a lake

This art studio transforms old farm machinery and virgin steel into sculptures, fountains, decorative objects, and more.


Art by Andrea Strongwater

Andrea Strongwater ’70

a Cornell campus puzzle image based on a painting by Andrea Strongwater ’70

From floral paintings and animal illustrations to Cornell-themed artwork, this NYC-based artist sells original works, art prints, puzzles, greeting cards, and more.


Posteries

Elyse Richardson ’06

detail of wall art created by Posteries

This business turns your favorite photos into personalized wall art designed to look like Netflix movie posters or Spotify album artwork, with optional frames. Discount code: BIGRED26.


Fine Art Photography by Robin Schwartz

Robin Schwartz ’79

an image of shrubbery, plantings, stone railings and lampposts

Captured through the lens of a holistic health and wellness coach, these photographs explore people, places, and everyday objects through portraits, landscapes, and abstract compositions.



Plum Print

Meg Feury Ragland ’94

Holiday marketplace PlumPrint kids art book image

This company lets customers preserve memories by transforming photos, artwork, family recipes, mementos, and more into a custom-printed book. Discount code: CORNELL.


YS Notes

Ingrid Su ’10

Holiday marketplace "YS" notes item image

This card and stationery business specializes in unique designs combining art, textures, and text. Made of high-quality paper, they also feature themed collections geared toward groups like mothers and music lovers.


Amethyst Papercrafts

Jen D'Amato-Anderson '07

image of a sample of greeting cards on a light wood-paneled surface

This Etsy shop sells handmade greeting cards that combine high-quality cardstock, decorative paper, and 3D embellishments like bows and glitter. Discount code: CORNELL10.


Planet Wobot

Cass D’Amato (staffer in the Bowers College) & Anthony D’Amato (former postdoc)

A collection of stickers and cards

This online stationery shop offers a variety of items including stickers, pens, tape, and greeting cards.


Designing Moments

Rodney Martin ’02, BA ’13

a personalized notecard by Designing Moments with a floral design and text that reads "The only thing better than having you as my stepmom"

From personalized stationery and thank-you notes to pregnancy announcements and wedding cards, this Etsy shop creates customizable paper goods for a wide range of occasions.



Barrick Design Candles

Rick Faulkner, MBA ’79

Holiday marketplace Barrick Candles image

These contemporary candles—which come in a teardrop shape in a variety of sizes and colors—are as much sculpture as they are sources of light.


Dovecote Home

Karen Lazar ’91, MBA ’92

three green tumbler cups arranged in a product display

It offers a curated collection of home décor and accessories including colorful glassware, table linens, handmade rattan pieces, throw blankets, and candles. Discount code: BIGRED15.


Candles Bakery

Kateryna Khalandach (MBA student)

Two candles made to look like fruit parfaits

Based in Ithaca, this brand offers hand-poured candles made from soy that feature whimsical 3D designs on top, such as roses, fruits, and Christmas trees, as well as candles shaped like teddy bears, hearts, and presents.


Rarify

Jeremy Bilotti ’17, BArch ’18 & David Rosenwasser ’17, BArch ’18

Holiday marketplace Rarify vester chair image

This designer-led marketplace carries investment-quality furniture and lighting; its ever-evolving inventory includes seating, storage, tables, lighting, rugs, and more from unique and niche makers in Europe and the U.S.


Expand a Bed

Will Conway ’27

product image of Expand a Bed in place on a dorm bed mattress and frame

Created by a current senior in the Dyson School, this mattress topper-extender is designed for college students sleeping on dorm-room beds, which are typically XL-twin sized.


Scrub Be Love

Dominique Pastorello ’07

a selection of sponge and loofah product offerings and packaging by Scrub Be Love

The cleaning products company specializes in eco-friendly sponges that can replace single-use and disposable products. Discount code: Cornell15.


The Fill Club

Gwen Whiting ’98

Cleaning products from the Fill Club

This membership-based line of high-end cleaning products offers refillable dispensers that cut down on container waste.


FELCO Tools

Ryan Amberg ’13

"The Gardener's Workshop" gift box from Felco

The multi-generation family firm, founded in 1945, is a global leader in precision cutting tools, specializing in pruners, loppers, gardening tools, power tools, and more for both professional and personal use.


Official

Karen Wynne ’99

translucent lighting fixture globes arranged on a tabletop

This collection of 3D-printed LED lighting features sculptural designs—available in wired and wireless versions—that can be displayed on a tabletop or mounted on a wall.


The Happy Kangaroo

Harvey Stober, MBA ’85

two inlaid wooden trays from Happy Kangaroo

Offering a wide selection of home décor, furniture, and tabletop accessories, this NYC-based boutique also carries games like mahjong and canasta.


Kitchen Conversation

Rodney Martin ’02, BA ’13

two kitchen towels by the Etsy shop Kitchen Conversation with pickleball-themed designs that read "Stay out of the kitchen" and "Dink responsibly: don't get smashed"

This Etsy shop sells decorative kitchen towels, wall art, and tote bags with dozens of themes and phrases to choose from, along with personalized options.



Shinie Smooch

Lauren McEnery ’04, MBA ’10

Holiday marketplace Shinie Smooch image

These natural and gluten-free treats are meant to curb “dog breath” and support healthy teeth and gums.


Brutus Bone Broth

Kim Moffitt Hehir ’94

image of a dog licking a package of Brutus Bone Broth product

The company, which started with a bone broth intended to enhance canine nutrition and make kibble more tempting, has since expanded to include treats, sachets of "broth on the go," a doggie cookbook, and more. Discount code: CORNELL.


Sundays for Dogs

Tory Waxman ’10

dog eating from a bowl with a package of Sundays for Dogs product next to it

Made with human-grade ingredients, this veterinarian-formulated dog food is air-dried to preserve flavor and nutrients, with several recipes available through customizable subscriptions. Discount code: GOBIGRED.


Wild Birds Unlimited Ithaca

Lorraine DeLorenzo Treacy ’81 & Dave Treacy ’81, MEng ’82

a bird on a suet feeder

The outpost of the popular bird supply store at Cornell’s Lab of Ornithology carries a wide variety of avian-themed items, in addition to supplies like feeders and seeds including puzzles, jewelry, home décor, and stuffed animals.


Sunday

Coulter Lewis ’03

garden sampler fertilizer product sampler image by Sunday Organics

Offering a range of lawn- and garden-care products, Sunday also delivers customized lawn care packages based on customers’ soil conditions, local climate, and yard needs.


Mehrabyan Nursery

Lusiné Mehrabyan ’15, BS ’14

closeup of yellow-green apples growing on a branch of a tree in a nursery

Based in Ithaca, this family-run nursery offers more than 100 varieties of flowering, fruit, and shade trees that ship in the spring for planting.



Lovevery

Jessica Crolick Rolph ’97, MBA ’04

"The Helper" Lovevery play kit

This award-winning brand taps principles of pediatric development to curate its toys, books, and other age-appropriate offerings—delivered at intervals to match a child's growth.


XOX! Games

Tyler Etzel Jr. ’78

Holiday marketplace XOX game set image

This colorful game and piece of statement art is similar to tic-tac-toe—except the board is bigger and it involves the awarding of points.


Yard Games World

Matthew Grear, MHA ’17

The book "The World's Greatest Backyard Games," featuring a globe with yard games like horseshoes and spike ball floating around it, set on a tree stump with a woodsy background

This online store sells classic and unique games—as well as a book that covers pastimes from bocce and badminton to less familiar ones from around the world. Discount code: Holiday10.


Five Sisters Farm

Dan Falcone ’94 & Meg Nalevanko Falcone ’95

3 skeins of yarn in shades of tan and brown

Based on a family farm in New Hampshire that raises Shetland sheep, the online store sells yarn, knitting kits, felted cat toys, and other wool-related products.


The Tufted Titmouse Book Club

Carol Anne Barsody Adams, MA ’25

A gift box themed around the book "Little Women"

The small company offers a curated book-box experience: each box includes a collectible edition of a book, a reading guide with historical context, immersive “open-as-you-read” gifts connected to the story, facts about the author, and a travel itinerary for places to visit related to the book.


Life Is Balance

Sheryl Checkman ’77

mug with owl on it

This Etsy shop offers gifts, apparel, and accessories with designs featuring nature, inspirational sayings, and other themes. Discount code: CORNELL26.


Hyperdreamers Collection

Lisa Jane Evanson Celestine, MBA ’12

image of a laptop screen showing the website for the Hyperdreamers Collection

This platform allows families to create registries where friends and relatives can gift experiences—a trip to the zoo, for example—rather than physical items.

(Top: Illustration by Ashley Osburn / Cornell University. All product images provided.)

Published November 10, 2026


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