Women's Clothing
A Pea in the Pod
352 N. Beverly Dr., Los Angeles, CA, 90201
310-273-3522
The best selection, though, is at A Pea in the Pod, where gowns and cocktail dresses in lace and satin, some with spaghetti straps, make you a MILF before you’re even a mom…
Website: http://apeainthepod.com/
Neighborhood: Beverly Hills, Los Angeles
Category: Shopping, Women's Clothing
American Rag Cie
150 S. La Brea Ave., Los Angeles, CA, 90036
323-935-3154
At American Rag Cie’s cavernous WORLD DENIM BAR , dark wood paneling and dim lights conjure a speakeasy vibe…
Category: Men's Clothing, Shopping, Women's Clothing
Beckley
8128 W. 3rd St., Los Angeles, CA, 90048
310-652-3500
Along with her own line, Beckley by Melissa, Melissa Akkaway carries brands that are about to hit—such as Australia’s buzzy Camilla and Marc—and off-the-runway, ready-to-wear pieces from the likes of Rick Owens.
Website: http://www.beckleyboutique.com
Neighborhood: West Hollywood
Category: Children's Clothing, Shopping, Women's Clothing
Bucks & Does
3906 W. Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, CA, 90029
323-515-7385
The men’s and women’s store is a study in casual wear that’s high-end without trying too hard.
Website: http://www.bucksanddoes.com
Neighborhood: Silver Lake
Category: Men's Clothing, Shopping, Women's Clothing
Camille
1516 Mission St., Los Angeles, CA, 91030
626-441-7868
Sharing an open wall with Rue de Mimo and Marz, Camille offers retro-inspired cocktail dresses, shoes, and shrugs from small European labels.
Website: http://www.camilledepedrini.com
Neighborhood: South Pasadena
Category: Shopping, Women's Clothing
Camille Frances DePedrini
1516 Mission St., Los Angeles, CA, 91030
626-441-7868
If a summer wedding is more the celebration of a union than the making of one—as in, you’re just a guest—choosing the right dress can be a festive event unto itself…
Website: http://camilledepedrini.com/
Category: Shopping, Women's Clothing
Canyon Beachwear
106 Entrada Drive, Los Angeles, CA, 90402
310-459-5070
At Canyon Beachwear, moms and daughters can get suited up in classic silhouettes from Anne Cole…
Website: http://www.canyonbeachwear.com
Category: Clothing, Shopping, Sporting Goods, Sports & Recreation, Women's Clothing
Casa Bernal
23 Olvera St., Los Angeles, CA, 90012
213-687-4568
Where better to find one than in our own pueblito, Olvera Street?…
Website: http://www.calleolvera.com/
Neighborhood: Downtown
Category: Men's Clothing, Shopping, Women's Clothing
Curio
125 W. 5th St., Los Angeles, CA, 90013
213-293-7068
Free-spirited style mavens seek out this boutique for clothing inspired by desert sunrises, city sunsets, and the all-seeing eye.
Website: http://www.curiolosangeles.com
Neighborhood: Downtown
Category: Shopping, Women's Clothing
David’s Bridal
Long Beach Towne Center, 7621 Carson St., Los Angeles, CA, 90808
562-377-5755
Brides-to-be queue up before opening time on weekends for gowns of satin, taffeta, organza, and chiffon…
Neighborhood: Long Beach, Los Angeles
Category: Shopping, Women's Clothing
Elyse Walker
15306 Antioch St., Los Angeles, CA, 90272
310-230-8882
The retail pioneer opened her shop in 1999 so that locals would have an alternative to schlepping to Beverly Hills.
Website: http://www.elysewalker.com
Neighborhood: Pacific Palisades
Category: Shopping, Women's Clothing
French Lessons
1327 Montana Ave., Los Angeles, CA, 90403
310-451-9090
The allure starts with the Montana Avenue locale—the backyard of arguably the Westside’s prettiest neighborhood. Celebrities might stroll the street, but this dress shop has no pretensions, just smartly chosen pieces from Trina Turk, Rebecca Taylor, Diane von Furstenberg, and others.
Website: http://www.frenchlessons-boutique.com
Neighborhood: Unincorporated Santa Monica Mountains
Category: Shopping, Women's Clothing
FrontRunners
11620 San Vicente Blvd., Los Angeles, CA, 90049
310-820-7585
Because angeleno women wear workout clothes everywhere—the gym, the opera—a great fitness clothing store should stock chic, practical outfits for every day of the week…
Website: http://frontrunnersla.com/
Neighborhood: Brentwood
Category: Shopping, Women's Clothing
Gaucho Pants
357 N. Beverly Dr, Beverly Hills, CA, 90210
(310) 734-3472
The pants-meet-skirt hybrid is notoriously difficult to pull off: Too often it can appear wide and bulky. Not so at COS, where the cuts are right (flattering) and the fabrics seasonally appropriate (cotton, denim, leather, wool). The styles range from tailored office-ready to laid-back pull-ons
Website: http://www.cosstores.com/us/
Category: Best of LA, Best of LA 2016: Shop, Best of LA: 2016, Best of LA: Shop, Clothing, Shopping, Women's Clothing
General Store
1801 Lincoln Blvd., Los Angeles, CA, 90291
310-751-6393
Indigo Jewelry from Cave Collective, handmade leather moccasins by Beatrice Valenzuela, tie-dyed scarves, blankets, children’s clothing from Lookout & Wonderland: These are but a few of the standouts at this tribal-chic outpost
Website: http://www.shopgeneralstore.com
Neighborhood: Venice
Category: Best of LA, Best of LA 2015: Shop, Best of LA: 2015, Best of LA: Shop, Gifts, Housewares, Men's Clothing, Shopping, Women's Clothing
Goodwill
1218 Vine St., Los Angeles, CA, 90038
323-469-2357
You would think all L.A. thrift shops would be wiped clean by rag pickers. They’re not…
Website: http://www.goodwillsocal.org
Neighborhood: Hollywood
Category: Clothing, Men's Clothing, Shopping, Vintage & Resale Shops, Women's Clothing
Gratus
427 N. Canon Dr., Ste. 209, Los Angeles, CA, 90210
310-276-8200
The low-key boutique has a decidedly un-90210 vibe, with its complimentary soft drinks and baked goods, not to mention an in-house stylist who doesn’t intimidate.
Website: http://www.gratus.com
Neighborhood: Beverly Hills
Category: Gifts, Men's Clothing, Shopping, Women's Clothing
Gregory’s
147 N. Robertson Blvd., Los Angeles, CA, 90048
310-288-0275
Celebrity stylists come to score crystal-covered fringe booties for Lady Gaga or red leather platforms for Kelly Clarkson.
Website: http://www.gregorysshoes.com
Neighborhood: West Hollywood
Category: Men's Clothing, Shopping, Women's Clothing
