Must-see shopping in Southern California

  • Sunbeam Vintage

    Los Angeles

    Nirvana for fans of mid-century-modern design, Sunbean Vintage stocks an utterly fabulous collection of retro furniture and homewares. Dive in for…

  • Sika

    Los Angeles

    It would be hard to find a better collection of antiques, masks, clothes and jewelry outside of West Africa than those found in this owner-operated…

  • Hidden Treasures

    Malibu & Pacific Palisades

    This one-of-a-kind store pops from the Topanga Canyon roadside, thanks to skeletons and mannequins dressed like Egyptian eunuchs and Viking warriors,…

  • Arcana

    Los Angeles

    Set in the Helms Complex, this is the city's best visual-arts book depot, with new, fine and out-of-print titles on its shelves and in its cabinets. The…

  • Linus

    Venice, Marina Del Rey & Playa del Rey

    You've learned to eat, talk and appreciate art like a Venetian; now get around like one. The ultimate Venice bike shop assembles sturdy, steel-frame bikes…

  • General Admission

    Venice, Marina Del Rey & Playa del Rey

    A block from the Abbot Kinney strip, this shop sells coastal-cool clothing and accessories, from sage-green Converse sneakers to surfboards, sunglasses…

  • Eso Won Books

    Los Angeles

    Nearly 30 years in business and still going strong in an Amazon world, this store focuses on African-American literature, fiction and nonfiction…

  • Joy Ride

    Orange County

    The brother shop of Elsewhere Vintage, Joy Ride has a similar vibe, only with men's clothing: 1950s bowling shirts to immaculately maintained wool blazers…

  • Waraku

    Venice, Marina Del Rey & Playa del Rey

    Waraku is a compact, Japanese-owned shop for shoe-lovers. It blends Far East couture with mainstream street brands such as Puma and Converse. Some 60% of…

  • REI

    Santa Barbara

    If you forgot your tent or rock-climbing carabiners at home, the West Coast's most popular independent co-op outdoor retailer is the place to pick up…

  • Nomad Ventures

    Joshua Tree National Park

    Expertly curated store with brand-name gear for numerous outdoor adventures, especially rock climbing and hiking. Staff is expert when it comes to local…

  • Elsewhere Vintage

    Orange County

    A hipster's love affair, this ladies' vintage store hangs sundresses next to hats, leather handbags and fabulous costume jewelry, all with a special…

  • Shag Store

    Greater Palm Springs

    Nobody does art that epitomizes Palm Springs cool like Shag (aka Josh Agle). His sleek, sly, saucy and smart pieces portray poolside party people,…

  • Malibu Lumberyard

    Malibu & Pacific Palisades

    Steps from the Malibu Country Mart is this newer 'lifestyle mall' done up in teak and (elegantly) rusted metal. It's got upscale casual clothing stores…

  • Matoska Trading Company

    Orange County

    Everyone from Native American dancers to Hollywood costumers visits this one-of-a-kind shop selling supplies for Native American–inspired clothing, art…

  • Helms Bakery District

    Los Angeles

    From points north, this distinguished 1932 moderne-style former bakery complex is the gateway to Culver City. The warehouses and studios house one of the…

  • Topanga Mercantile

    Malibu & Pacific Palisades

    This rustic-mod shop showcases the work of some 25 artisans from artsy Topanga – jewelry, accessories, knitwear, metal work and more. Among the standouts…

  • Will

    Venice, Marina Del Rey & Playa del Rey

    A terrific leather-goods store out of Eugene, Oregon, and one of just eight nationwide. It sells fine leather bags, briefcases, backpacks, belts, wallets…

  • Midland

    Los Angeles

    Channeling a cool Southwest vibe, this gorgeous lifestyle store showcases a mix of local, American and international designers. Shop local with Saint Rita…

  • Matters of Space

    Los Angeles

    Both an interior-design firm and store, Matters of Space sells its own mid-century-inspired furniture and a sharply curated collection of homewares and…

  • Platform

    Los Angeles

    Contemporary architecture, fashion and design collide at this mixed-use development. Eye up the street art and shop-hop its small, sharply curated booty…

  • La Arcada

    Santa Barbara

    Filled with specialty boutiques, restaurants and whimsical art galleries, this historic red-tile-roofed passageway was designed by Myron Hunt (builder of…

  • Alexis Bittar

    Venice, Marina Del Rey & Playa del Rey

    High-end women's jewelry known for Bittar's use of lucite, which is hand carved and painted in his Brooklyn studio. Some of it looks like stone. He…

  • Permanent Records

    Los Angeles

    Permanent's black crates are jammed with new and used vinyl. The Chicago import pays decent money for vinyl, which translates into a strong offering of…

  • Mindfulnest

    Los Angeles

    A quirky concept store dedicated to Stateside designers, artists and artisans. Stock up on contemporary photography and digital art, playful buttons,…

  • Galco's Old World Grocery

    Los Angeles

    You'll find around 700 small-batch and heritage sodas at this family-run grocery store, from botanically brewed British cola to American almond cream soda…

  • Mar Vista Farmers Market

    Los Angeles

    Mar Vista's weekly Sunday farmers market is one of LA's finest. Fill your bags with quality local fruit and vegetables, artisan breads, pasta, raw honey…

  • Avalon Vintage

    Los Angeles

    One the best-loved consignment stores in LA, known for stocking more unusual retro frocks and outfits. It's hardly surprising since store owner Carmen…

  • Destination PSP

    Greater Palm Springs

    This temple to Palm Springs style is situated among run-of-the-mill gift shops on busy Palm Canyon Dr. Eye-poppingly colorful mid-century-inspired…

  • Mystic Journey

    Venice, Marina Del Rey & Playa del Rey

    This spot serves all manner of spirituality, from Hindu to Wiccan, magic to no religion at all, with books, ritual objects, sound bells and bowls,…

  • Santa Barbara Public Market

    Santa Barbara

    Noodles, cupcakes, ice cream and Mexican magic from Corazon Cocina are just some of the tempting food options available at this central market, handy for…

  • Outlets at Orange

    Orange County

    Orange County's only outlet mall, formerly known as the Block at Orange, brings together factory stores from Banana Republic, Calvin Klein, the Gap,…

  • Adams Avenue

    San Diego

    This is San Diego’s main ‘antique row,’ featuring dozens of shops selling furniture, art and antiques from around the world; it cuts across some of San…

  • Room & Board

    Los Angeles

    One of the more popular stores at the Helms Bakery district, Room and Board showcases beautiful furniture and accessories crafted by mainly American…

  • Trina Turk

    Greater Palm Springs

    Trina makes form-flattering ‘California-chic’ fashions that are beautifully presented in her original flagship boutique housed in a low-slung 1960s Albert…

  • Aviator Nation

    Malibu & Pacific Palisades

    If you find yourself getting chilly at Malibu Pier, cross PCH to this chill shop for coastal-chic hoodies, T-shirts and more, made in LA and emblazoned…

  • Angel View Resale Store

    Greater Palm Springs

    At this well-established thrift store, today’s hipsters can shop for clothes and accessories as cool today as when they were first worn a generation or…

  • Chocolate Maya

    Santa Barbara

    Personally sourced, fair-trade cacao from around the world means the chocolates on offer here not only taste good but make you feel good about yourself…

  • Headquarters at Seaport District

    San Diego

    San Diego's fairly new shopping center (opened 2013) is also one of its oldest buildings: the 1939 former police headquarters has turned into some 30…

  • Aviator Nation

    Venice, Marina Del Rey & Playa del Rey

    Coastal-chic hoodies, tees and blankets, even guitar picks come emblazoned with the signature stripes of yellow, orange and red. Behind the store is an…

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