Hot spot: Los Angeles
POSTED 10.10.2011 @ 16:47
It’s not all Rodeo Drive and star spotting. This sunny city has the best mix of brands your credit card could ask for.
The Grove
If the shopping isn’t enough to tempt you to visit this open-air retail paradise, the chance to catch a glimpse of Katie and Suri might.
Anthropologie
“I finally get the hype. The homewares make me want to DHL a containership-full to redecorate my kitchen alone. Pick up a kitsch cookbook for your mum — even if she’s a great cook, she’ll love it.”
Suite J20, 189 The Grove Dr, +1 323 934 8433.
Nordstrom
“If you’re feeling cashed-up and want a David Jones-style department store spree, this is it. Fun fact: you can bring your dog shopping too, if you feel so inclined. Only in LA…”
Suite P80, 189 The Grove Dr, +1 323 930 2230.
Victoria’s Secret
“Sure, the brand is known for sexy little things modelled by some of the hottest winged women on the planet, but I was most impressed by their gym and sleepwear lines. Fun colours and prints will make exercise that little bit less arduous.”
Suite K10, 189 The Grove Dr, +1 323 634 9177.
Robertson Boulevard
Shopping at the West Hollywood hub is kind of a whole-day affair. A lunch break at The Ivy is a given – but be prepared to jostle for space with the paparazzi.
All Saints
“Singer sewing machines line the entrance to this unisex store. It might look raw around the edges but you’ll find designer-inspired pieces for girls who don’t wear frills.”
100 North Robertson Blvd, +1 310 432 8484.
Curve
“This hidden gem is filled with clothes so beautiful (and expensive) you’ll want to sell your plane ticket. There’s Isabel Marant, Balmain and Preen for a start…”
154 North Robertson Blvd, +1 310 360 8008.
Reiss
“The pieces are classic and made me feel instantly grown-up — but with a fashionable spin. Plus, Kate Middleton is a fan.”
145 North Robertson Blvd, +1 310 276 0060.
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