It is no small feat for an independent bookstore to stay in business during the times when even giant chains have caved in. It is a downright marvel when a brand-new bookstore emerges and proceeds to forge upstream against the general trend of brick-and-mortar decline. One such miracle occurred in the midst of the Downtown Arts District in 2011 when The Last Bookstore opened its doors, dazzling eager bibliophiles and inquisitive passers-by with its spacious, beautifully laid-out interior packed full of new and used editions of every genre. With its affordable prices, friendly staff and a massive, continuously changing collection, the bookstore quickly claimed for itself a permanent place among the most popular destination of Downtown LA.
The Fashion District sprawls over 90 blocks of downtown Los Angeles, and is just the place to be if you are looking for bargains or wholesale material. This section of the city is absolutely crammed with stores selling designer clothing, shoes, accessories, textiles and even flowers at unbeatable rates. Other bric-a-brac on display includes toys, lingerie, CDs, prom gowns and kids wear. Over 1,000 such retailers show off their wares at a flea market, which always dons a festive appearance. Weekends are particularly busy, with great discounts of up to 30 percent. Hours of operation and credit cards may vary by store.
Natives in-the-know refer to this outdoor bazaar as The Alley and here is where you will find a quarter mile of goods of every description and wall-to-wall people in search of the perfect bargain. Here in Santee Alley you will find casual and chic day wear and evening wear. There are all kinds of jewelry concessions as well as menswear, children's clothing, lingerie and toys. If you like the idea of searching through piles and piles of merchandise for the best bargains, among throngs of other people who are doing the same thing, you won't want to miss cruising The Alley.
La célèbre ville de Beverly Hills est incontestablement synonyme de Los Angeles. Des opulents manoirs au glamour associé à Hollywood, Beverly Hills incarne l’essence du style de vie fantaisiste de Los Angeles. Il y a beaucoup à faire ici, assez pour justifier une visite d’une journée, voire plus. Vous pourriez commencer en explorant le cœur de Beverly Hills, la fabuleuse rue Rodeo Drive et les rues adjacentes, toutes bordées de certaines des meilleures boutiques de classe mondiale d’un bout à l’autres. Visitez ensuite quelques galeries d’art, comme la Gagosian Gallery et William A. Karges Fine Art, situées dans cette même zone. Mangez un morceau dans l’un des cafés ou boulangerie plus décontracté, ou faites-vous au plaisir au légendaire Spago. Des dizaines de spas de premier ordre sont également tout proches. En milieu d’après-midi, une promenade dans le luxuriant parc de Beverly Hills vous permettra de ralentir un peu la cadence et de profiter de la nature entre vos explorations urbaines. Les quartiers commerçants de West Melrose et Robertson sont des endroits incontournables pour les fans de shopping.
Ce n'est pas une éxagération que de dire que Rodeo Drive accueille les boutiques les plus chères de la planète. Souvenez vous de Julia Roberts dans le film Pretty Woman. Rodeo Drive Shopping District est l'endroit où elle fit ses emplettes. L'endroit est rempli de boutiques de haute couture, de restaurants et de magasins uniques. Faites attention cependant, car vous ne pouvez entrer dans certains magasins sans avoir réservé auparavant.
Possèdant des magasins très rares, ainsi que les grands classiques des galeries commerciales, c'est une des destinations shopping de Los Angeles. Sa structure en elle même est unique pour un centre commercial : deux étages de magasins, le troisième étage accueillant des restaurants et des cinémas, ainsi que cinq étages de parking. Parmi les grandes marques retrouvez Belgravia Collection, Betsey Johnson, Cabochon Fine Jewelry, Alexio, Club Monaco, Politix, Vertex et The Icing and Shauna Stein. Le paiement en carte bleue de crédit est accepté dans la plupart des magasins.
This jewelry store was founded in 1948 by David Webb and Nina Silberstein and is now one of the most respected jewelry stores in the world. The pieces are well-crafted and original, and feature a wide variety of colors and designs. All of the pieces are made in the shops in New York under watchful eyes of the owners who demand only perfection.Visit the website for information.
Rosemarie McCaffrey Antiques sells unique antiques from the 17th, 18th and 19th Centuries, with most of them handcrafted French Country items that you won't find anywhere else. The furniture here is elegant and timeless as well as eclectic and each exquisite piece is sure to add that alluring touch to your home. In addition to furniture, the shop sells paintings, pottery, collectibles and antique mirrors from the 18th and 19th Centuries to further enhance your interiors. Whether you are looking to redecorate your whole house or just want a decorative piece to accentuate your current decor, you will find what you need.
Timothy Jay Inc sells aromatic candles to liven up your home and your life. Timothy Sullivan and Jay Castellano began making candles in Tim's kitchen in 1996, and after much success selling their creations to Los Angeles stores, they opened their own shop. They specialize in creating candles filled with lots of rich perfume oil in scents of pine, orange, lilac, gardenia, roses and more. Many scents are fused together to create original scents that are unlike any other scented candles in the world.
This fine shop specializes in both traditional and modern invitations that will impress your invitees with their elegance and understated simplicity. Most of the invitations are created on handmade paper. Brenda Himmel Stationery store also carries stationery from names like William Arthur and Crane for business and personal purposes, picture frames, photo albums and a small selection of books.
For all of your wall decor needs, come to Canterbury Art Shoppe in Westchester. The friendly staff is knowledgeable and helpful and will assist you in choosing the perfect custom frame for your masterpiece. With a certified framer on the premises, you can be sure that your order will be treated with careful and individual attention. The shop also sells decorations for any wall, original art in the tiny gallery and graphics for home or business.
A popular chain of boutiques from Down Under, this branch in West Hollywood is famous for creating some unique fashion masterpieces as well. This place aims to mix contemporary urban style with girly glamor. It also offers the latest in beach wear; bold designs created by fashion gurus, such as Zimmerman, Leona Edmiston and Sunjoo Moon are available too. The clientèle includes the fashion divas of Hollywood, such as Tori Spelling, Nicky Hilton, Jennifer Love Hewitt and Marley Shelton. Just walk in and walk out with something unique that will not only make heads turn but make you feel like a million bucks.