I am thrilled to announce No. 9, a unique new retail concept store in San Antonio.

Five years ago, my partner and I visited New Orleans for the first time together, and since that we trip we have been back many times. We have a love affair with the city, its people, its history, and its spirit. Every time we visit, we bring back a piece of the city’s soul and culture. No. 9 is a reflection of that.

When I started Statue of Design over 9 years ago, I never anticipated the growth we’ve experienced lately. But because of the love and loyalty our clients and others in the community have shown us, I decided to expand into retail floral and gifts.

No. 9 is a specialty shop focusing on unique retail floral, specialty gourmet chocolates from the Sweet Shop USA, with a focus on inspired gifts handcrafted and made in San Antonio and New Orleans. We’ve combined French Creole and Mexican culture to provide the San Antonio community with an array of products that can’t be found anywhere else. We are excited about this new venture and can’t wait to show you more!

– David Garcia, Rick Gipprich Jr., and the crew of No. 9