Need a gift? Something new to wear? A little Dripping Springs spirit?
There's a store for all three right in the heart of downtown.
Starrs on Mercer is located at 209 Mercer Street and offers a broad mix of clothing, accessories, jewelry, gifts, and locally inspired merchandise.
Rather than specializing in only one category, Starrs has developed a shopping experience closer to a small modern-day department store.
Something for More Than One Person
One of the advantages of a store with a broad product mix is that you can shop for several people at once.
Starrs carries apparel along with jewelry and accessories, while giftable products and Dripping Springs-themed merchandise make it a useful stop when you're looking for something connected to the community.
That variety also makes it fun to browse.
Maybe you need a birthday gift.
Maybe you're looking for something to wear to an upcoming event.
Or maybe you just walked in because you were exploring Mercer Street and saw something interesting in the window.
Local boutiques are particularly good at turning that last scenario into a shopping bag.
Dripping Springs Pride
Community identity is a big part of life in Dripping Springs.
Whether it's supporting local schools, attending community events, or shopping at locally owned businesses, there are plenty of ways residents show their Dripping Springs pride.
Starrs carries locally inspired items, including Dripping Springs and school-spirit merchandise, making it a convenient place to look for something that feels connected to home.
The store has also been recognized by customers for supporting the local community and showcasing local artists.
A Perfect Mercer Street Stop
Starrs' location at 209 Mercer Street puts it right in the middle of downtown activity.
You don't need to plan an entire trip around visiting one store.
Instead, make Starrs one stop on a larger Mercer Street afternoon.
Grab coffee at Mazama, browse the downtown boutiques, stop by Starrs, and then head to Acopon Brewing or another nearby destination when you're ready for a break.
This ability to move between different local businesses is one of downtown Dripping Springs' best features.
Shopping in a Piece of Dripping Springs History
Mercer Street also comes with a history that newer shopping areas simply can't recreate.
The street was home to some of Dripping Springs' earliest commercial activity, and numerous buildings in the district date from the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries.
Those storefronts now house an eclectic mix of businesses serving modern Dripping Springs.
That's what makes downtown interesting.
It's historic without being frozen in time.
The buildings may tell the story of an earlier Dripping Springs, while the businesses inside them reflect the community today.
A Community Built Around Local Businesses
As Dripping Springs grows, maintaining a thriving downtown becomes increasingly valuable.
Local stores give residents places to shop close to home while creating an experience for visitors who want something different from national chains.
They also contribute to community events and help create the atmosphere that makes Mercer Street feel like a destination rather than simply another road through town.
The Dripping Springs Visitors Bureau specifically highlights Mercer Street as an area filled with boutiques, entertainment, food, and local businesses.
Starrs on Mercer is one of the shops contributing to that mix.
Spend an Afternoon Downtown
If you've lived in Dripping Springs for years but haven't explored Mercer Street recently, consider giving yourself an afternoon to rediscover it.
And if you're new to town, it's an excellent introduction to the community.
Stop at Starrs on Mercer, visit some neighboring businesses, grab a drink or a bite to eat, and take your time walking through downtown.
Because one of the best ways to get to know Dripping Springs isn't by driving through it.
It's by stopping, walking around, and supporting the businesses that give the community its personality.
