Our Story

Christmas 2023 hit us with a realization — the majority of our holiday shopping came from big box stores and Amazon. That didn’t sit right with us.

So for Christmas 2024, we decided to shop local, and honestly? The local businesses here in the Pasadena area blew us away. The products, the passion, the people — we're very lucky to call this area our home. But finding everything we wanted meant hours of research and racing around town trying to hit every shop.

We figured there had to be a better way. And if we are feeling this way, chances are other people are too. That’s why we started PORCHLIGHT, to bring the best local products to you in a way that’s easy, fun, and meaningful.

Our goal is simple: make it effortless to shop small, support local makers, and discover the hidden gems in your own backyard. Because when you buy local, you’re not just getting something unique, you’re investing in our community.

We’re kicking things off with hats because we want to showcase the pride we have for our great city but surprisingly there aren't many good options for Pasadena hats out there.

But we’re just getting started. Keep an eye out as we roll out new products from some of your favorite local businesses. We’re building a marketplace that celebrates the best of our area, one drop at a time.

Welcome to PORCHLIGHT.