Los Angeles Editor's Picks: Get Dressed

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Los Angeles Editor's Picks: Get Dressed

WREN
LA Designer We’re Excited About

Designer Melissa Coker’s label boasts a growing local following (including famous fans Michelle Williams and Zooey Deschanel) thanks to its lush modern prints and Lolita-esque retro silhouettes.

IN FIVE WORDS … Pretty and practical party looks.
DON’T MISS … The cropped jackets, which add a grown-up edge to the collection’s girly-girl pieces.
DID YOU KNOW … Before launching her label, Coker worked in Vogue’s editorial department.

Satine | 8134 W. Third Street, Los Angeles
wren-clothing.com

MR. TURK
Menswear Worth Noticing

Thanks to overwhelming fan demand, Trina Turk has launched Mr. Turk, a collection of menswear influenced by the 1950s and ’70s that features Turk’s signature vibrant, upbeat hues and patterns.

IN FIVE WORDS … Laid-back California cool for guys.
DON’T MISS … The fun printed shorts.
DID YOU KNOW … Turk has been busy expanding her lifestyle brand. In addition to Mr. Turk, she is also launching upholstery fabric and bedding collections for spring.

Trina Turk | 8008 W. Third Street, Los Angeles
323.651.1382 | trinaturk.com

SECRET SHOP
Hot Hidden Gem

Kitty Jensen’s personally curated treasure trove of unique vintage pieces, most priced under $50, is available for viewing by appointment only at an undisclosed Los Feliz location.

IN FIVE WORDS … Ageless, well-edited vintage cache.
DON’T MISS … The colorful ’80s prints decorating everything from prim blouses to irreverent rompers.
DID YOU KNOW … Secret Shop regulars include model Frankie Rayder and filmmaker Miranda July.

secretshopvintage.com

CLOVER
Coolest Boutique

This one-of-a-kind Silver Lake shop offers candles, design books, tea, soaps and children’s products alongside its fashionable selection of designer denim and accessories.

IN FIVE WORDS … A remarkably hip general store.
DON’T MISS … The tea room behind the register, for free samples of daily tea specials.
DID YOU KNOW … Clover also houses an upstairs gallery, which showcases works by local artists.

2756 Rowena Avenue, Los Angeles
323.661.4142 | cloversilverlake.com

KELLY COLE EXTRAORDINARIUM
A Unique Shopping Experience

Former Lo-Fi owner Kelly Cole has opened Extraordinarium, a unique spin on the traditional boutique. The space features handpicked vintage clothing, artsy books, accessories and a rotating gallery space.

IN FIVE WORDS … An art connoisseur’s retail paradise.
DON’T MISS … The one-of-a-kind recycled belts from Cole’s eponymous men’s accessory line.
DID YOU KNOW … Cole also moonlights as a DJ.

7934 W. Third Street, Los Angeles | 323.782.1400

ANI LEE
Fresh New Designer

The young designer is drawing attention with playful prints, ethereal vintage fabrics and unexpected details like metallics and lace.

IN FIVE WORDS … Romantic, feminine and subtly sexy.
DON’T MISS … The adorable pineapple prints.
DID YOU KNOW … An avid traveler, Lee embarked on a global fabric sourcing tour after she launched her collection in 2007.

310.666.9595 | ani-lee.com

LPLP BY LINEA PELLE
Covetable Collaboration

Luxury leather brand Linea Pelle has partnered with Target for LPLP, an affordable line of “casual chic” handbags, belts, wallets and jewelry with prices topping out at $35.

IN FIVE WORDS … Haute handbags at accessible prices.
DON’T MISS … The slouchy, studded drawstring pouches.
DID YOU KNOW … The Linea Pelle brand is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year.

Target | 20801 Ventura Blvd., Woodland Hills | target.com

FIVE VINTAGE FINDS

1/ DESIGNER ARCHIVES
For the best of the best in designer vintage, look no further than this Bel-Air haunt.
2934 Beverly Glen Circle, Los Angeles | 310.470.3388

2/ MS. VINTAGE
Venice’s Ms. Vintage offers an ever-changing selection of vintage pieces from standbys like Chanel and Yves Saint Laurent.
1508 Abbot Kinney Blvd., Venice
310.314.6999 | msvintage.net

3/ RESURRECTION VINTAGE ONLINE
Shop one of LA’s most talked-about consignment havens from home with the store’s brand new e-commerce site.
resurrectionvintage.com

4/ POLKA DOTS AND MOONBEAMS
This cute shop stocks fantastically feminine pieces from the 1950s and '60s.
8381 W. Third Street, Los Angeles | 323.651.1746

5/ SCOUT
Scout’s wares are vintage, but the look is ultra-modern, with slouchy rock 'n' roll separates and sculptural silver jewelry.
1646 N. Cherokee Avenue, Los Angeles
323.658.8684 | scoutla.net

One to Watch: JujuGold
Design Trailblazer
Julianne Waters founded JujuGold after a successful stint as a backup dancer to the stars. The bold costume jewelry collection incorporates edgy elements like studs, nails and even cigarettes, resulting in an out-there glam-rock look. Fans of Waters' signature spiky pieces include Fergie and Katy Perry.
jujugold.com


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