Adamson-Duvannes Galleries 484 South San Vicente Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90048, 323-653-1015, This art gallery specializes in investment-quality 19th and 20th century American and European art with a focus on genre paintings. They also offer paintings of the American West, its history, and settlement. more... 

Backstreet Galleries 11618 Exposition Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90064, Located in West Los Angeles, 310-479-6262, Comprised of two galleries that highlight the works of recognized artists, this gallery offers creative and holistic art works. They also, along with various consulates representing cultures throughout the world, present cultural festival of art, music, film, and foods. 

Bedlam Art 1972 Hillhurst Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90069, Located in Los Feliz, 213-924-9000, A private, by appointment only, art gallery which is owned by legendary party-giver James Fittipaldi and features works by innovative, contemporary artists. 

Jan Baum Gallery 170 South La Brea Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90036, 323-932-0170, A diverse gallery which contains many rooms filled with all styles and forms of art, including contemporary and tribal arts. 

Between the Sheets 370 North Robertson Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90048, 310-854-0001, Visit a world of beautiful bedding in this marvelous shop which offers exquisite linens for the bed, bath, and table. The store specializes in 600-thread-count-per-inch Egyptian cotton sheets, as well as European towels and bath accessories. more... 

Amazon Shop for all National bestsellers, bargain books, and all fiction and nonfiction titles at incredible prices on Amazon.com.

Asahiya Bookstores U.S.A. 333 Alameda Street, Suite 108, Los Angeles, CA 90069, 213-626-5650, Originally a bookstore chain in Japan, this unique shop specializes in books from Japan, as well as magazines, music, and PC software. 

Children's Book World 10580 1/2 West Pico Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90064, 310-559-2665, This children's book store offers the best in children's literature with over 78,000 titles for children through age 14 available. more... 

Dawson's Book Shop 535 North Larchmont Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90004, 323-469-2186, Specializing in antiquarian books, this book store also offers selections in the history of photography, California history, and Western Americana. more... 

Eso Won Books 3655 South La Brea Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90016, 323-294-0324, This book store features over 17,000 titles of books and a large selection of audio and video products relating to African Americans. Local and worldwide shipping is available. 

Hollywood Bookstore 5225 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90069, 310-399-6699, The leading film, theater, and arts bookstore in the world, this store carries sections on producing, acting, directing, screenwriting, financing, moviemaking, and Hollywood. 

Occidental College Bookstore 1600 Campus Road, Los Angeles, CA 90041, 323-259-2630, Serious readers can find non-mainstream fiction, poetry, new titles, art, and media books at this bookstore that also carries an unusual and intriguing critical theory section. more... 

Storyopolis 116 North Robertson Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90048, Located in Plaza Level A, 310-358-2500, 800-95-TALES, Fine books and original art by over 40 renowned children's book illustrators and editorial artists are available at this unique book shop. more... 

Traveler's Bookcase 8375 West Third Street, Los Angeles, CA 90048, 323-655-0575, This travel theme bookstore offers a great selection of travel-related books, guides, maps, magazines, mysteries, histories, memoirs, biographies,best sellers, accessories, and more. more... 

Arias International 404 Figueroa Street, Suite 201D, Los Angeles, CA 90071, 213-687-4406, This clothing boutique offers men's and women's coats, jackets, outerwear, accessories, lingerie, and handbags. 

Betsey Johnson 8050 Melrose Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90046-7015, 323-852-1534, This clothing shop exclusively sells Betsey Johnson Clothes, ranging from innovative designs to more conservative apparel. 

Kitson 115 South Robertson Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90048, 310-859-2652, The finds here are endless. Everything you could possibly want in a boutique for men, women, children, your home, and even that cute four-legged friend. Clothing, accessories, shoes, home furnishings, and beauty products may all be found here. 

Moda & Moda 404 South Figueroa Street, Suite 206, Los Angeles, CA 90071, 213-622-6966, Specializing in Italian women's clothing and men's sportswear, this clothing store carries a wide range of beautiful clothes, as well as many accessories. 

Shark Eyes 2240 East Washington Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90021, 323-589-7828, 877-405-3937, Shark Eyes is a distributor, wholesaler and importer of reasonably priced, quality sunglasses, reading glasses, costume eyewear, eyewear accessories and dry cell batteries. They provide the best selection from low cost bargain to upgrade quality line.  more... 

Tracy Ross 8595 West Sunset Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90069, 310-854-1996, This intimate boutique serves an elite professional clientele, including celebrities and movie executives, and it carries trendsetting N.Y. and L.A. designer fashions. 

Traffic Men 131 La Cienega Boulevard, Suite 654, Los Angeles, CA 90048, 310-659-4313, A high fashion men's and women's store that specializes in European and American designer label apparel. 

La La Ling 1810 North Vermont Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90027, located in Los Feliz, 323-664-4400, La La Ling is a contemporary baby lifestyle boutique providing L.A. with a unique, fresh, and different hub of fashion, acessories and furnishings for cool babies and kids. Since opening it's doors in July of 2004, La La Ling has earned numerous retail awards including "Best Baby Store" and "Best Children's Clothing". Magazines like InSyle, People, US, and L.A. Parent have all featured this one of a kind shopper's paradise. The hottest fashions, gifts and toys, nursery bedding and furniture and art. more... 

Chan Luu 112 South Robertson Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90048, 310-273-3527, For a soothing yet totally stylish shopping exhibition, Chan Luu is the place to go. Open and lively, this ladies' clothing store offers pieces that are known for their remarkable colors, fabrics, and intricate use of stones.  more... 

Curve 154 North Robertson Boulevard at Alden, West Hollywood, CA 90048, 310-360-8008, Ultra hip women's clothing, shoes, and accessories from up and coming designers such as Bella Freud and Alice Roiare are sold here. 

Lisa Kline 136 South Robertson Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90048, 310-246-0907, 800-LISAKLINE, Clothing, shoes, jewelry, and accessories by such designers as Rock Solid, Page Denim, Vince, and Ella Moss are sold here. more... 

Lisa Kline Men 123 South Robertson Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90048, 310-385-7113, Dedicated solely to men, Lisa Kline Men definitely diminishes the opinion that men cannot dress as well as women. Jefri Jeans, Cousin Johnny, and Autumn Cashmere are just some of the designers you will find here. 

UCLA Store 308 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, CA 90024, 310-825-6064, This college shop offers books, UCLA sportswear, and much more, including a free map available with the UCLA Walking Tour. more... 

CA Health & Longevity Institute at Four Seasons Two Dole Drive, Westlake Village, CA 91362, 818-575-3000, 888-575-1114, A menu of signature services and therapeutic modalities that involve combining ancient Eastern tradition with more contemporary Western styles is offered at the over 40,000 square foot Spa at the Four Seasons Hotel which is connected to the California Health & Longevity Institute. 28 treatment rooms, all opening onto private outdoor gardens; whirlpools, eucalyptus steam rooms, an outdoor serenity pool surrounded by cabanas and more can be enjoyed. Four luxurious suites, each with a fireplace, daybed, plasma television, private shower, soaking tub and a private plunge pool, are also available. more... 

Cosmetique Med Spa 10744 Washington Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90232, Located in Culver City, 310-837-5555, Los Angeles skin care, Cosmetique Med Spa offers day spa treatments for skin rejuvenation, laser hair removal, and Botox and Restylane services. more... 

Kate Somerville Skin Health Experts Clinic 8428 Melrose Place, Suite E, Los Angeles, CA 90069, 323-655-7546, "With an emphasis on clinical skincare and advanced technologies, unparalleled service and proven results," Skin Health Experts at Kate Somerville is "a result-driven, comprehensive, medi-skin clinic, designed to address the total health and welfare of the skin." Esthetic services are performed by certified estheticians, overseen and trained by Kate Somerville while all medi-based services are performed by nurse practitioners and registered nurses. Treatments include lip injections, peels, eye therapy, laser hair removal, facials and Titan, "the first non-surgical light-based system approved by the FDA for the safe treatment of lax skin of the face, neck and body." more... 

Spa Mystique 2025 Avenue of the Stars in Century City, Los Angeles, CA 90067, Located in The Century Plaza Hotel & Spa, 310-551-3251, 877-544-CALM, A 35,000 square foot resort & spa that specializes in Asian services such as Thai and Shiatsu massages and scrubs. A beauty salon, fitness center, and cafe are also available on site.  more... 

David Jones Florists 450 North Robertson Boulevard, West Hollywood, CA 90048, 310-659-6347, A veteran florist, David Jones, who has lectured at the Smithsonian, lists the Bloomingdales, Mehtas and Annenbergs among his clients. David Jones seeks to offer the best in artistic and creative design.  

Downtown Florist 404 Figueroa Street, Suite 201A, Los Angeles, CA 90071, 213-627-3222, A full service florist which offers an array of fresh and silk flowers, cards, balloons, plants, and many types of floral arrangements. 

Tic-Tock 1603 North La Brea Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90028, 323-874-3034, 800-893-6688, This full service florist creates impressive floral arrangements, award-winning gift basket designs, and much more for any occasion. Many celebrities use this florist in Hollywood. more... 

Antique Guild 3225 & 3231 Helms Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90034, 310-838-3131, This 32,000 square foot is "Southern California's most famous location for antique furniture and collectibles" and it offers the best collection of American and European antique furniture in Los Angeles, as well as a store full of collectibles. more... 

Best In Beds Your best source for great savings on high quality adjustable beds, sleep sets, bed linens & the most effective magnetic sleep pads and more.  more...

French 50s - 60s 1427 Abbot Kinney Boulevard, Venice, CA 90291, 310-392-9905, Owner Michele Sommerlath has accumulated a wonderful selection of modern French furniture from the 1950s and 60s. more... 

H.D. Buttercup 3225 Helms Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90034, Located in the Historic Helms Bakery Building, 310-558-8900, H.D. Buttercup's 100,000 square foot building hosts more than 50 furniture manufacturers to produce a "manutailing" business where the savings of direct manufacture to store pieces is seen in the price.  more... 

Surfing Cowboys 1624 Abbot Kinney Boulevard, Venice, CA 90291, 310-450-4891, Purveyor of "California beach culture," Surfing Cowboys features an interesting mix of items, including mid-century and modern home furnishings and vintage surf memorabilia, which are reminiscent of a California home in the 60s or 70s. more... 

Victory Furniture 9040 West Pico Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90035, 310-276-4272, Custom furniture orders, shop form their large brand name selection.  

Hammocks Rada If you are looking for great quality hammocks at the lowest possible price, you have come to the right place. They offer Mayan style hammocks in every size and price range with extensive and varied colors, patterns of color and different weaves. They also stock spread bar hammocks and chair hammocks in a variety of styles, colors and cord thicknesses. Distributors wanted.  more... 

Colgin Winemakers P.O. Box 491848, Los Angeles, CA 90049, 707-963-0999, Enthusiastic fine wine customers must place their names on a waiting list to purchase this fine wine product which is high priced, yet excellent vintage and well worth the wait.

Exposition Park Gift Shop 700 State Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90037, 213-744-7422, This shop offers a wide selection of unique educational gifts, toys, books, apparel, and science kits. 

Opera Shop of Los Angeles 8384 Beverly Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90069, 323-658-5811, Experience a touch of Vienna in Los Angeles at this wonderful gift shop that offers a huge collection of videos, CDs, tapes, and books plus musically themed porcelains, bronzes, jewelry, and Mozart & Tosca chocolates. 

J.H. Minassian and Company 8687 Melrose Avenue, Suite B139, Los Angeles, CA 90069, Located in the Pacific Design Center, 310-657-7000, Established in 1905, J.H. Minassian and Company's showroom includes antique, custom and re-edition carpets and tapestries. more... 

Jean's Accents 128 1/2 North Larchmont Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90004, 213-467-6565, This unique shop specializes in unusual accessories for the home and complete delivery and shipping services are available. 

Mish Outlet 224 East Olive Avenue #210, Burbank, CA 91501, 818-729-7900, Mish Outlet provides the best selection of home and garden decor. They are proud to offer prices and service that take the worry, regrets and hassle out of shopping. Their staff is sincerely helpful and dedicated to solving our customers problems and exceeding their expectations during every contact.  

Alvarado Paint & Hardware Inc 915 S Alvarado St, Los Angeles, CA 90006, 213-382-1305, What makes Ace Hardware stores special is the people and the local owner. No hunting around cavernous aisles looking for someone to answer your questions. For all your local hardware needs Ace Hardware is the place for you.  more... 

Lumber Liquidators 2310 Cotner Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90064, 213-785-3456, Lumber Liquidators offers quality flooring at affordable prices. You can find name brand flooring like Bella Wood and all varieties of hardwood flooring. Solid hardwood flooring, eco-friendly bamboo flooring, laminates, and hand scraped hardwoods are all available.  more... 

Lumber Liquidators 6548 Telegraph Road, Los Angeles, CA 90040, 323-721-0800, Lumber Liquidators offers quality flooring at affordable prices. You can find name brand flooring like Bella Wood and all varieties of hardwood flooring. Solid hardwood flooring, eco-friendly bamboo flooring, laminates, and hand scraped hardwoods are all available.  more... 

Lumber Liquidators 6548 Telegraph Road, Los Angeles, CA 90040, 323-721-0800, Lumber Liquidators offers quality flooring at affordable prices. You can find name brand flooring like Bella Wood and all varieties of hardwood flooring. Solid hardwood flooring, eco-friendly bamboo flooring, laminates, and hand scraped hardwoods are all available.  more... 

Paintcraft Ace Hardware 2620 Crenshaw Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90016, 323-733-9157, What makes Ace Hardware stores special is the people and the local owner. No hunting around cavernous aisles looking for someone to answer your questions. For all your local hardware needs Ace Hardware is the place for you.  more... 

Shubsda Dist Co Inc 1669 E Florence Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90001, 323-587-8532, What makes Ace Hardware stores special is the people and the local owner. No hunting around cavernous aisles looking for someone to answer your questions. For all your local hardware needs Ace Hardware is the place for you.  more... 

Eldorado Watch Company 8522 Beverly Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90048, 310-659-5525, The official authorized retailer of fine Swiss timepieces, this lovely store carries a wide variety of watches and fine jewelry. 

Eli's Jewelry 607 South Hill Street #200, Los Angeles, CA 90014, Located in the Downtown Jewelry District, 213-623-1611, Features diamond wedding rings. 

Erica Courtney 7465 Beverly Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90036, 323-938-2373, Seen in countless movies, television programs, and magazines as well as on many stars, Erica Courtney is a fine jewelry line composed of breathtaking pieces with diamonds, pearls, and semi-precious stones in gold or platinum. more... 

Miseki Jewelry 404 South Figueroa, Suite 308, Los Angeles, CA 90071, 213-680-0060, This jewelry shop specializes in fine jewelry, gold, cultured pearls, opals, watches, and gift items. 

French Kitchen 404 South Figueroa Street, Suite 416, Los Angeles, CA 90071, 213-629-5280, Find a full supply of gourmet kitchenware and foods, plus gifts, wines, and liquors, while at this eclectic store. 

Colton Pianos 737 West Artesia Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 92882, 909-825-5537, This piano shop carries fine quality name brand pianos and it offers complete piano repair services. 

Grand Central Market 317 South Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90013, 213-624-2378, Established in 1917, this market offers more than 50 food stalls selling fresh produce, seafood, spices, meat, and more products, all representing the city's cultural diversity. more... 

Original Farmers Market 6333 West Third Street, Los Angeles, CA 90036, 323-933-9211, This historic landmark and world famous attraction is open from September through May and it offers a variety of produce and goods. more... 

Eagle Rider 11860 South La Cienega Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90250, 310-536-6777, 800-501-8687, This shop provides individual motorcycle rentals, complete with unlimited free miles and helmets with any Harley-Davidson rental. Guided tours are also available. more... 

Beverly Center 8500 Beverly Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90048, Located in Beverly Hills Vicinity, 310-854-0070, This shopping area features over 160 fashion stores and restaurants, as well as a 13-screen movie theater. more... 

Century City Shopping Center & Marketplace 10250 Santa Monica Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90067, Located at Century City, 310-277-3898, An outdoor shopping center which is anchored by Bloomingdale's and Macy's and it offers more than 140 stores and restaurants, as well as AMC-14 theaters. 

Cooper Building 860 South Los Angeles Street, Los Angeles, CA 90014, 213-622-9441, This building is in the heart of the garment district and features over 30 stores offering a variety of merchandise, including apparel for men, women, and children, accessories, shoes, and tailoring. 

El Pueblo de Los Angeles 125 Paseo de la Plaza, Suite 400, Los Angeles, CA 90012, 213-485-6855, The birthplace of Los Angeles, this area contains 27 historic buildings with a traditional Mexican style where you can shop for souvenirs and handcrafted Mexican items. 

Fashion Square 14006 Riverside Drive, Sherman Oaks, CA 91423, 818-783-0550, Anchored by Macy's and Bloomingdale's, this shopping center offers over 120 specialty stores and restaurants. 

Glendale Galleria 2148 Glendale Galleria, Glendale, CA 91210, 818-240-9481, This shopping area offers over 250 specialty stores, five major department stores, and the "California Terrace Eateries." more... 

Little Tokyo 327 1/2 First Street, Los Angeles, CA 90069, 213-683-0080, This century old neighborhood is the cultural, social, business, and spiritual center of Los Angeles' Japanese American community. The twelve square block area offers small restaurants, retail shops, hotels, shopping plazas, cultural facilities, theatres, and religious temples with public art featured everywhere.

Macys Plaza 750 West Street Street, Los Angeles, CA 90017, Located in Downtown LA, 213-624-2891, Anchored by Macy's and the Hyatt Regency Hotel, this shopping area offers more than 30 fine boutiques and specialty stores.

Westside Pavilion 10800 West Pico Boulevard, Suite 312, Los Angeles, CA 90064, 310-474-6255, Enjoy over 165 specialty shops, cafes, restaurants, theaters, and departments stores at this shopping area that offers stores such as Nordstrom, Robinsons-May, Barnes & Noble, and Pavillions. 

Botanica Obatala 4142 Beverly Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90069, 213-389-7112, This spiritual shop offers an eclectic mix of religious articles, including Buddha statuettes, New Age crystals, Native American images, wooden African icons, and books in English and Spanish. They also offer incense, oils, perfumes, and a large assortment of candles. 

Dalmations Fire House 2900 West Temple Street, Los Angeles, CA 90026, 213-380-2900 ext. 264, Get official Los Angeles Fire Department merchandise at this store, including T-shirts, apparel, caps, accessories, and patches with all proceeds benefiting the LAFRA Widows, Orphans, & Disabled Fireman's Fund. 

Earthquake Store & Disaster Preparedness 3249 Casitas Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90039, 888-442-2220, Earthquake preparedness kits, survival kits and emergency disaster shut off valves are available at the Earthquake Store. more... 

Flower Market 753 South Wall Street, Los Angeles, CA 90014, South California Flower Growers Building, 213-627-3473, Established in 1923, this is the largest cut-flower market in the nation and it features more than 100 booths offering many types of flowers, including exotic flowers, perennials, California natives, and bonsai plants. 

Louis Vuitton 8500 Beverly Boulevard, Suite 774, Los Angeles, CA 90048, Located at Beverly Center, 310-360-1506, Established in 1854, this master trunk maker provides high quality trunks and luggage, all made with precise craftsmanship. more... 

Strange Invisible Perfumes 1138 Abbot Kinney Boulevard, Venice, CA 90291, 310-314-1505, 800-919-9472, Strange Invisible Perfumes' specialty is customized fragrances. Here you can select your favorite scents to concoct a perfume that is as unique as you are. more... 

20/20 Wines 2020 Cotner Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90025, 310-447-2020, Stocking many of the greatest wines ever produced, this place's list includes Bordeaux from the 1800's through the present. Expert personal service has won the firm plaudits from critics and customers alike.