West Hollywood & Mid-City
Upscale bags and bathing suits, sun hats and wallets, pearls and leather gloves, suit jackets and dresses, all of which would make Audrey Hepburn blush…
Must-see shopping in Southern California
Orange County
Among the many antique malls in Old Towne Orange, this one stands out for its 125 vendors over two floors, selling everything from estate jewelry and fine…
West Hollywood & Mid-City
A concrete-floor emporium of quirky cool, OK has art and cookbooks, bar kits and paper lanterns, glass radiometers (measures light), pens and notebooks –…
West Hollywood & Mid-City
This wide-ranging shop is worth a stop for vintage shoppers. There’s specs and hats, sun dresses from the ‘60s, some groovy tweeds and ragged old army…
The Deserts
This nicely curated store run by the nonprofit Anza-Borrego Desert Natural History Association specializes in desert-related books, publications and gift…
Santa Monica
This ‘cathedral to outdoor gear’ makes it easy to stock up on everything from wool socks to speed-dry underwear, rolling backpacks to Everest-capable…
Disneyland Resort
Behind Sleeping Beauty Castle, kids can get a full makeover as princesses, knights and more, though (fair warning) the full treatment – including…
Venice, Marina Del Rey & Playa del Rey
One of our favorite shops on Abbot Kinney deals in quality aromatherapy candles, art books, a smattering of boho-chic attire for ladies, fair-trade beach…
Beverly Hills, Bel Air, Brentwood & Westwood
Black Market stocks an eclectic selection of cool, casual threads, from Pendleton knits, Obey sweat tops and Nudie jeans, to an especially kicking…
Beverly Hills, Bel Air, Brentwood & Westwood
A long-running, barn-red complex filled with high-end boutiques such as skincare emporium Space NK, unisex LA fashion brand James Perse and independent…
Greater Palm Springs
Bargain hunters, make a beeline for dozens of outlet stores: Gap to Gucci, Polo to Prada, Off 5th to Barneys New York. Wear comfortable shoes – this mall…
Laguna Beach
Decorated in big, bold colors, this offbeat craft gallery is the place to fill your bags with California-inspired pieces like a miniature ‘woody’ wagon…
Hollywood
Woodblock stacks are packed high with used fiction, while crude plywood bins are stuffed with vinyl soul, classical and jazz. The real gems (the rare…
West Hollywood & Mid-City
An essential shopping destination for LA women who move seamlessly from casual days to glitzy nights. It stocks denim from Current/Elliott and Rag and…
Downtown Los Angeles & Boyle Heights
This Fashion District showroom hosts sample sales on the last Friday of the month (every Friday in December). Sales are cash only and usually take place…
Beverly Hills, Bel Air, Brentwood & Westwood
Anime fans can browse and bag original artworks and prints from prolific and emerging artists at this gallery space. Expect work from the likes of LA…
Silver Lake & Echo Park
Free-spirited Clover stocks an eclectic mix of fashion, accessories and gifts. Head in for outstanding, locally designed jewelry, boho-chic threads,…
San Diego
Organic, modern and homegrown gifts and home items, from obscure books like How to Stay Alive in the Woods and Cabin Porn to wooden water bottles, locally…
Los Angeles
Since the early '90s this store has been dealing in African textiles – kente, mudcloth, kuba, indigo and more – as well as posters, dolls, bowls and…
Santa Barbara
Are you ready to take home a handcrafted, Southern California–born surfboard? Down in the Funk Zone, this surf shack is the place for innovative pro…
Greater Palm Springs
It's a trek from central Palm Springs (about 12 miles), but this two-story shop is oh so worth it for its bevy of antiques, vintage clothing, jewelry and…
West Hollywood & Mid-City
LA’s kingdom of kinkiness is filled with sexual hardware catering to every conceivable fantasy and fetish. Please, who doesn’t need a penis beaker and a…
San Diego
Like a miniworld unto themselves, the 70-plus merchants here offer a supremely eclectic selection of clothing, jewelry, wraps, handbags and semiprecious…
Disneyland Resort
Pirates and princesses are hot at this minimetropolis of mouse-related merchandising. Don’t miss the special room dedicated to Disney’s villains – gotcha,…
Huntington Beach
Thrift and vintage hounds check out the beautiful displays in this store: jeans to vintage Mexican surf hoodies, boots, rock T-shirts, earrings and loads…
Los Angeles
This giant mall between Leimert Park and the Expo Line station looks ready to revitalize the neighborhood. It's anchored by Macy's department store, with…
West Hollywood & Mid-City
Freaky, funky Vivienne Westwood is the UK designer credited with mainstreaming punk and new-wave fashion then building it into an empire. This is her LA…
Downtown Los Angeles & Boyle Heights
One of several venues used for the Fashion District's popular sample sales, held on the last Friday of the month (every Friday in December). Sales are…
Santa Monica
Get your kicks at this slammin’ sneaker store specializing in vintage and limited editions, hand selected from the manufacturer by the manager. When new…
Joshua Tree National Park
On Yucca Valley's vintage row around the Pioneertown turnoff, this cute boutique sells immaculate hand-picked preloved clothing from campy to classy along…
Santa Barbara
Stock up on fresh fruits and veggies, cheese, nuts and honey at the Tuesday Santa Barbara Farmers Market, which also happens again on Saturday morning at…
Santa Ynez Valley
Long-running, independent bookshop carrying antiquarian and Scandinavian titles and children's storybooks. The Hans Christian Andersen Museum is upstairs.
San Diego
Neither seaport nor village, this 14-acre collection of novelty shops and restaurants has a faux New England theme. It’s touristy and twee but good for…
Venice, Marina Del Rey & Playa del Rey
Organic, intoxicating perfumes crafted from wild and natural ingredients, with names such as Aquarian Rose and Fair Verona, although some are gender…
Los Feliz & Griffith Park
An artful boutique stocking everything from handwoven silk and linen scarves to hippy-chic earrings, ceramics, novelty items, even place mats and coasters…
Santa Monica
It sells the art, folk art and crafts from a cooperative of 21 (it used to be 10) female artists. Always changing, but look for works in ceramic, wood,…
Joshua Tree National Park
Great assortment of recycled clothing and accessories, including cowboy shirts and boots, along with some neat accessories (belts, sunglasses, hats) plus…
Downtown Los Angeles & Boyle Heights
Yes, it's an actual alley, open every day and packed with solid bargains spanning everything from on-trend threads and kitschy gowns, to kicks, bling,…
Venice, Marina Del Rey & Playa del Rey
Alternative built its name on organic cotton and recycled poly hoodies and tees, but has expanded its collection to include beachy, hip flannels,…
Long Beach Outdoor Antique & Collectible Market
Long Beach & San Pedro
Bargains abound at this sprawling market with more than 800 stalls hawking everything from vintage postcards to pottery, and fur to furniture near the…
