From classic elegance to high-end fashion, Los Angeles. stylish retail centers ensure that brand enthusiasts and smart bargain hunters are delighted. We discover the best 4 places to shop in Los Angeles.
1. Two Rodeo
Enjoy a European-style shopping center in Bel Air, Los Angeles, complete with Old World cobblestones and street lamps. Located at the northeast corner of Wilshire and Rodeo, Two Rodeo almost looks like a film set with its winding faux street, piazza and balconies. High-end brands like Versace, Jimmy Choo, Judith Ripka and Tiffany & Co. are here. The center also has three upscale restaurants including the acclaimed sushi spot Urasawa. The busy patio makes for prime people-watching. Tourists regularly pose for photographs in front of the Spanish steps and fountains. In the heart of Beverly Hills’ world-renowned shopping district, Two Rodeo remains the highlight of Rodeo Drive with its boutiques offering luxury-life wares and distinctive haute fashion. Luxury brands include Lanvin and Gianfranco Ferre. You will love being here to browse, buy and pick something you like.
2. Santee Alley
Located near the Fashion District this huge outdoor bazaar in timeless tradition provides a definite experience. Find countless vendors selling cheap merchandise between Santee Street and Maple Street starting at Olympic Boulevard. Prices are low and you can always bargain for less. Get brand name perfumes, sunglasses, jewelry and clothes galore. It’s a great place to buy bargain outfits and costumes. The place may require a full day jaunt to explore all you want. With lots of men`s, women`s clothing stores you get accessories, bags, shoes and toys. Come on weekdays or you’d be fighting the crowds on weekends. Even though it may all be low-quality stuff you`ll enjoy walking down the alley to browse through jeans, heels, perfume, pets, make up, MACS, DVDs and much more. Go for the fun, crowds, cheap finds, and variety of food carts.
3. Citadel Factory Outlet
This is a wonderful outlet shopping center in the heart of Los Angeles. The Citadel looks like a museum from the outside with its sandy Egyptian fortress façade, but inside it is a shopper`s heaven. Featuring largely apparel it is also has specialty shops selling everything - kitchen supplies to toys. As Los Angeles` only outlet center within city limits, it has at least 85 brand-name stores with 30 to 70 percent off regular prices. A fairly large shopping complex with most top names in retail clothing, books and more the Citadel Cafes food court is exciting too. With adequate parking the Metro is also a good option. It remains Southern California’s larger factory store malls where shoppers can find bargains at Ann Taylor, Calvin Klein, Guess, Levi`s, OshKosh, Tommy Hilfiger and many more. With numerous other outlet shops there are eateries including Ruby`s, burger joints and a 1940`s-style diner.
4. The Grove
Providing wide selections of retail stores satisfying discerning shoppers, The Grove also has higher-end shops like Barneys New York, L`Occitane, Michael Kors, M. Fredric, Nordstrom and Theodore. And also regular affordable options like Chico`s, Forever 21, Gap and Guess. Girls will love American Girl Place while boys may spend hours at the Apple store. Bookworms will enjoy Barnes and Noble. Best of all is the Farmers Market directly adjacent to The Grove. This Original Farmers Market offers fresh produce with a huge selection of farm-fresh provisions in more than 70 stalls and stores in the market. For shopping, dining and simply loving life, The Grove is the ultimate shopping destination. From favorite boutiques and restaurants to dancing fountains, free live concerts in the park and the historic Farmers Market -- you have an experience like no other in Los Angeles.