H WESTFIELD AT LAXCL0000022215 Travelers flying out of LAX can enjoy some of L.A.’s top retail and dining, curated by Westfield, in the Tom Bradley International Terminal, as well as in Terminals 1, 2, 3 and 6. Shopping and dining options include Fred Segal, La Brea Bakery, MAC Cosmetics, Porsche Design, Rock & Brews, SeaLegs Wine Bar, Spanx, Tumi and Wolfgang Puck. 380 World Way, L.A., 310.646.1770, westfieldatlax.com
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H SOUTH COAST PLAZACL0000022212 International destination South Coast Plaza is a mecca of designer retail, from more affordable stores—Tory Burch, Lacoste, J.Crew—to some of the most exclusive brands: Gucci, Hermès and Balenciaga, to name a few. Amenities include personal shopper/stylist services. 3333 Bristol St., Costa Mesa, 800.782.8888, southcoastplaza.com SUNSET PLAZACL0000022212 “Chic” is the word at this upscale row of designer boutiques, sidewalk cafés and specialty shops. Browse high-end stores such as Calleen Cordero, H. Lorenzo and Wildfox, then get pampered at Ole Henriksen Face/Body spa, Eden by Eden Sassoon and Jessica Nail Clinic. 8600-8700 W. Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, 310.652.2622, sunsetplaza.com THIRD STREET PROMENADECL0000022203 The cobblestone pedestrian-only shopping zone spans three blocks, from Broadway to Wilshire Boulevard. Watch street artists performing with all
manner of talents, dine at a street-side restaurant and shop in stores including Zara, Anthropologie, Nasty Gal and Sephora. 1351 3rd Street Promenade, Santa Monica, 310.393.8355, downtownsm.com H TWO RODEOCL0000022214 In the heart of Beverly Hills’ worldrenowned shopping district is Two Rodeo, an ensemble of restaurants and boutiques offering distinctive dining, fine wares and haute fashion. Luxury brands include Lanvin, Versace, Tiffany & Co. and Jimmy Choo. 9480 Dayton Way, Beverly Hills, 310.247.7040, 2rodeo.com THE VILLAGE AT WESTFIELD TOPANGAC0000022215 This gorgeous open-air lifestyle destination directly across the street from Westfield Topanga shopping center (with trolley service connecting the two) offers trendy shops, restaurants with alfresco dining, a fullservice gym, a spa, a yoga studio, a weekly farmers market, a children’s
H WESTFIELD CENTURY CITYC0000022215 This pleasant open-air mall—already a fashion and dining destination, thanks to stores like Tiffany & Co. and Bloomingdale’s—is open for business while undergoing an $800 million redevelopment (set to open in phases in late 2016 and early 2017) that includes Nordstrom’s three-level L.A. flagship store, the first West Coast Eataly and 8 acres of manicured outdoor space featuring a new outdoor dining district. 10250 Santa Monica Blvd., L.A., 310.277.3898, westfieldtravelcollection.com WEST HOLLYWOOD DESIGN DISTRICT The epicenter of the West Coast’s design industry, this lively district boasts more than 1.5 million square feet of showrooms, shops and galleries. More than 15 art galleries, 100 antique and contemporary furniture stores, 25 restaurants and cafés, and 30 high-end fashion and lifestyle boutiques line the boulevards. Melrose Avenue and Robertson and Beverly boulevards, West Hollywood, westhollywooddesigndistrict.com
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A + RCL9000006283 Design products at A + R are functional, artful and heavy on wit. Owned by former film editor Andy Griffith and fashion journalist Rose Apodaca
(hence “A plus R”), the store offers internationally sourced home products, gifts and objets d’art, often high concept and always superstylish. 171 S. La Brea Ave., L.A., 323.692.0086, aplusrstore.com H ABUNDANCECL0000022217 This feminine, upscale boutique for women size 12 and up carries classic clothing with flair. Citron, Astarte and Tianello are among the featured designers. For dressy occasions, look for gowns and eveningwear from brands such as Damianou and Tadashi. 13604 Ventura Blvd., Sherman Oaks, 818.990.6128, abundanceplussizes.com ALEXIS BITTAR Alexis Bittar’s jewelry designs always make a splash, whether the statement is colorful and whimsical or minimal and practical. Two boutiques, opened simultaneously in L.A., illustrate his dichotomous design sense. Also find his designs at the Malibu Lumber Yard. 8383 W. 3rd St., L.A., 323.951.9803; 1612 Abbot Kinney Blvd., Venice, 310.452.6901. alexisbittar.com ACNE STUDIOS The arrival of this cult-favorite Swedish retailer in downtown L.A.’s historic Eastern Columbia Building— the brand’s largest store—signaled a retail renaissance along Broadway. Find accessories, denim staples and experimental fashions for men and women, plus an in-store Il Caffè coffee bar. 855 S. Broadway, downtown, 213.243.0960, acnestudios.com AMERICAN RAG CIE This legendary one-stop shop outfits men and women in complete L.A.chic ensembles. Clothing ranges from a carefully chosen vintage section to premium Levi’s Made & Crafted to the cult-favorite Japanese label Comme des Garçons Play. The wide range of designer denim, shoes, bags and sunglasses can be mesmerizing. Adjoining Maison Midi features French
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play area and much more. 6250 Topanga Canyon Blvd., Woodland Hills, 818.594.8732, westfield.com
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