Particolare

Whenever a guy friend asks me what to get for his girlfriend, I tell them to go to Particolare. The stuff in here is always lovely, unique, and tasteful.
(If only some kind woman would tell my boyfriend the same thing!!!)
UPDATE: This placed is closed.

If you are looking for something interesting, in a world of generic clothes, jewelry and home wear, this place is fantastic. They are really interesting clothes — very European so it’s more formal than the usual LA stuff. The jewelry is incredible — all one off and beautiful semi-​precious and precious stones — pieces that last forever — and the prices are reasonable for high end stuff. The homewear is cool too. They have a great sale in September each year. I love this shop, the people that own it, run it and design most of the things. They are one of those stores that make shopping interesting but although it is right on Melrose, their front display window is kind of dark, so it can be hard to find. They are next to the cool hat shop too. Really worth a visit.