Top Rated Shopping in Los Angeles

Some of the funkiest folks in town do all of their gift and holiday shopping at Wacko, also known as Soap Plant. One of the most notorious and eclectic shops in Los Angeles, it's a sure bet that you'll find things that you never knew existed. From Sumo wrestler lunch boxes to patchouli soaps and kiss "Psycho Circus" dolls, expect the unexpected. It's the perfect place if you want to take home a little bit of Hollywood hipster heaven.

If you're looking to join a spirited artsy crowd in a bustling and bantering wine-tasting, look no further. With reasonably priced and smartly grouped flights of three to five wines in generous pours, Silver Lake Wine hits the spot. Complementary bread-cheese-and-charcuterie baskets are passed around liberally. The warm wooden interior, washed in high-key lighting and lined with wines from every corner of the world, makes for a stimulating backdrop for the bohemian invasion taking place every Monday, Wednesday and Thursday night. Come and engage in unabashed libations and get your fill of Silver Lake people-watching and snippets of the latest scenester gossip. But note, Silverlake Wine is a well-stocked and personable wine store in and of its own right, open daily, albeit it shines brightest for its congenial weekly wine socials.

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.

When Vroman's Bookstore began to expand on Colorado Boulevard, the owners decided to start a different type of store. One of the nicer gift stores in Pasadena, the store also features large floor lamps and elegant chairs. Attractive globes mounted on elegant stands dot the store; handsome stationery adorned with paintings by famous artists are reasonably priced. A number of art and craft events take place here.

Als je in Pasadena bent voor de New Year's Day bash, ook wel bekend als de Rose Bowl, of je wil de Jet Propulsion Lab en Cal Teck bezoeken, zorg dan dat je naar Colorado Avenue gaat - Pasadena's grootste winkelstraat. Bekend als Old Town, vind je hier bars, restaurants, boekwinkels, kledingwinkels (een van de eerste J.Crew winkels is geopend in dit oude geld bastion) clubs filmtheaters en nog veel meer. Credit Cards worden bij sommige winkels geaccepteerd.

Montana Avenue Shopping District is, without a doubt, one of Santa Monica's best-kept secrets. When most people talk about Santa Monica shopping, they immediately think of the loud and raucous Pier or the bustling Third Street Promenade. This stretch (believe it or not) offers an upscale shopping alternative with a distinct neighborhood feel. The array of small boutiques selling clothing is punctuated by charming antique stores, cozy cafes, herbal goods outlets, salons, spas, eateries, florists and a few familiar franchises. Whether you're in search of designer clothing, artisanal jewelry, or stylish home furnishings, Montana Avenue has something for everyone.