This month’s Local Love goes out to Strapping Store—an LGBTQ+ owned gift shop that’s bursting with personality, color, and community pride. Since it’s Pride Month, it felt like the perfect time to highlight a local favorite that not only sells Pride gear but lives it every day.

Strapping is one of those places that just makes you happy to be in Sacramento. They carry everything from hilarious greeting cards and enamel pins to funky home goods, snarky mugs, and some of the best stickers in town. Whether you’re shopping for a gift or just want to treat yourself, there’s always something you didn’t know you needed.

The shop is proudly queer-owned and was started by Susan Stewart, who first launched Strapping as a clothing line before expanding into gifts and home decor. Now with multiple locations, it’s become a go-to spot for folks looking for something playful, personal, and a little bit cheeky. The vibe is fun, the staff are warm and welcoming, and during Pride Month, the place goes all out—with rainbow merch, free events, and major community love.

If you haven’t stopped by yet, make this the month you do. Support local, shop queer, and celebrate Pride with a store that truly lives its values.