Shopping in la can be an experience. While the retail landscape is changing rapidly right now, one thing is sure – we all love an experience. We’ve handpicked some of our favorite boutiques in Los Angeles that’ll inspire you just for stepping through their doors and might just help you find the perfect holiday gifts too…

RAQUEL ALLEGRA | 8372 W 3rd Street

Raquel Allegra‘s clothing is entirely manufactured in Los Angeles, which is also where their first Flagship store is located. Raquel Allegra initially started off as a small collection of vintage shirts and has grown into a full womenswear collection. The brand’s mission is to support women and help them feel confident. Additionally, Allegra contributes a portion of their proceeds to the CanopyStyle campaign, which aims to protect endangered forests.

Tortoise general store | 12701 Venice Blvd

Tortoise General Store is a locally owned store in Mar Vista, run by husband and wife duo, Keiko and Taku Shinomoto. TGS contains a collection of curated Japanese household goods including ceramics, furniture, clothing and more. This store’s philosophy is that of a slow and steady life, now thats a message we can get behind.

ROLLING GREENS | 7505 Beverly Blvd

Rolling Greens is a Southern California home and garden shop. They have three locations in Los Angeles and their retail stores display an array of unique containers and planted arrangements. Not to mention, they have a wide assortment of  unique objects, candles, antiques, and other home decor items. This one-stop shop will fulfill all your holiday gifting needs, we promise.

THE ROW | 8440 Melrose Pl

The Row is the flagship store for the fashion line created by the Olsen twins in 2006. This luxury boutique recently won an American Architecture Award for their stunning interior design. The shop carries designer brands such as Helmut Lang & Rick Owens, and mixes in tasteful vintage jewelry and antiques. This modern and chic retail home will provide you with a one of a kind shopping experience.

midland SHOP | 8634 Washington Blvd

Midland Shop was founded by best friends Paige Appel & Kelly Harris. Their store is filled with SoCal inspired home goods, shoes, clothing, & perfumes that are all ethically produced. A great shop to stop by to pick up last minute gifts or find curated items for your own home.

BLDWN | 8424 Melrose Pl

BLDWN is a contemporary lifestyle brand that opened up their first flagship store located in the heart of melrose. This sleek and modern retail space was designed by Montalba Architects and was meant to celebrate American design. BLDWN showcases a curation of furnishings by well known American designers & ceramicists, as well as up and coming artists.

iNDIVIDUAL medley | 3176 Glendale Blvd

Individual Medley is a stylish boutique located in Atwater Village. Their goods are carefully selected and made by artisans from all around the world. They also carry designers who are local and you can often find a selection of vintage apparel on their rack. Individual Medley is community driven and they often hold workshops and other events in their shop. We are lucky to have such a charming store right here in Los Angeles.