This place has literally anything you want. Each booth is highly curated with unique vintage pieces…read moreor one of a kind, hand made garments. I came in looking for a wedding guest dress for my friend's wedding in Cabo. I told the owner, Analise, about my situation and was on it immediately. She gave me so many different options tailored to my size and style, totally understanding the vision I had while showing me pieces I wouldn't always go for. I eventually chose a piece from the vendor "Baby Bong Rips" and I would go back just to look through her booth for any special event. I also LOVE By B. Every drop she does is available in store at Obscura Collective and whenever there is a drop, she can count on me to be excited for it. I started my own By B collection and love adding new pieces. Britta has a vision. Whenever I get asked where my clothes are from I always respond excitedly, "it's BY B!!" As a person of color, I love to shop small, independently owned, Latino owned businesses. They highlight the vision and voices of the diverse community around downtown LA and I am proud to spend my money here. Whenever I walk in I feel welcomed, safe and respected. I love Obscura Collective!!!!

Always love stopping by here when I'm in the area. There's an amazing selection of unique clothes…read moreand accessories curated/made by local creatives and designers. Not to mention, friendly and helpful staff as well! Definitely recommend visiting!

Loved browsing this fun little shop! They have fun and unique items and I especially loved their…read moreselection of greeting cards! I can't wait to go back and explore again.

I have spent so much of my money on ornaments here and they are currently doing a 50% of all of…read morethem sale which I think is an amazing deal because they are actual little treasures. Love everything here.

MuMu Mansion is pure magic. It's one of those rare places where you walk in and immediately feel…read morelike you've discovered something special. The shop is incredibly body-positive and truly size inclusive, which makes it feel welcoming to everyone. The racks are full of amazing vintage clothes, unique accessories, jewelry, and the best little knickknacks -- the kind of unexpected treasures you didn't even know you needed until you see them. What I love most is that the store is always changing. Every visit feels like a new adventure because there's always something different to discover. The vibe is relaxed and friendly -- the kind of place you want to wander around for hours. There's absolutely no pressure to buy anything. You can just enjoy the space, chat, try things on, and leave with a smile on your face and maybe even a new friend. MuMu Mansion isn't just a vintage store -- it's an experience. I can't recommend it enough

I've been shopping with Mumu Mansion since the very beginning, and it has truly been an amazing…read moreexperience from day one. Mumu Mansion is more than a boutique--it is a creative partner. Every time I share my vision, Melinda and her incredible staff bring it to life! They consistently put together something so special and beautifully curated that hits the mark every single time. If you want personalized service and pieces that feel meaningful and unforgettable, Mumu Mansion is the place. I'm forever a loyal customer and can't recommend them enough!

The word wow comes to mind!!!!…read more I would encourage anyone to at least go inside this store and ask a few questions. You will be pleasantly surprised by all that you can learn in such a short time. If you're passionate about ink, calligraphy, anything that has to do with writing, specialized, stationary, cards made by local artists may be even by one of the employees for a variety of occasions. This is the place to come. My description is only a brief list of the Services and products that they offer. Fernanda it's not only knowledgeable, but definitely the pen expert in the building. She kindly and patiently explained to me the differences between length, width, color and materials when it comes to penmanship. I had the pleasure of also utilizing their gift wrapping services, which is also something I highly recommend. They have some wonderful choices in the store, but you can also bring your own, which I definitely did. I love how all the prices are clearly labeled for every item even the smallest of attachments. This let someone immediately know the value of an item and what is required to obtain the goals for a project that someone is pursuing.

Can I just buy everything in this store? The selection of stationery, paper pads, organizers, pens,…read morepencils and cards is over the top amazing! I love that the beautiful store is organized by color (I'm very type A) making it so easy to find exactly what you need. Prices are comparable to other high end stationers and the quality of the paper goods are outstanding. I was helped by Fernanda, who was so lovely and went out of her way to find me the perfect lined pad for every day use. I'll definitely be back!

This very cute store, just off of the Third Street Promenade, is absolutely the kind of gift shop…read moreto find the perfect present for that special someone. While there are certainly the staples of gift shops here: cards, jewelry, small ceramics and the like, this place is extremely well-curated. And also has some unique features. For example, you can get a custom charm-bracelet made in store. I really enjoyed looking at the assortment of housewares and trinkets. And this was the place that I found the absolutely perfect card for Mother's Day. Prices here were very reasonable and the staff was both friendly and helpful. While I don't live in Santa Monica, the next time I'm there I will most likely swing by.

Super cute store with curated goods from small businesses! Everything from candles to self care…read moreitems and books and unique cards. I've gotten several gifts here, including a bracelet from the adorable custom charm bar. I was advised that they stock new items weekly, so I will definitely be popping in frequently and adding punches to my stamp card.

I frequent Pygmy Hippo often, it's a neighborhood staple and a spot of joy for myself and my…read morehusband who are constantly getting one another (and others) cards. We bought our Felix the Cat clock here as well as many other birthday/holiday gifts for our friends and family. There isn't another store like it and the owner works so hard to make her shop a friendly and fun place to be in. You'll find things you never knew you needed or maybe even something that makes you smile or laugh. Love Pygmy Hippo forever!

Even though I have moved away from LA, Pygmy Hippo Shoppe is still my go-to place for gifts. The…read moreitems are so fun and unique. Making sure a gift has meaning and is special is very important to me, and that is why I will seek out Pygmy for all my special occasions! Plus, Emi is a rockstar!! And Nate, too!!

pretty cool place, theres a place similar to this in gettysburg (maryland) and ive since been…read moretrying to find a place similar but here around the LA area, none have really came close but this one was definitely up there. Immediately walking in i was impressed by everything, i was super stoked to find they had bat taxidermy and rabbits feet. Had a lot of cool stuff and prices werent bad at all i had bought two rings which were real silver and a smaller bat hanging upside down in a dome which was all around $180 (?), the bat was $65 which was a really good price for me, someone i went with had gotten a bigger dog faced bat and it was around $160 - $180 which isnt bad. They had a bunch of different taxidermy and stuff, they had octopus tentacles, owl taxidermy, awesome jewelry and some stuff for rituals, they also had a few vintage dolls which were awesome. For the staff id definitely say its opinionated, i understand some of the other reviews of the person working not being super welcoming or even acknowledging them walking in or saying hello or anything, for my experience there definitely wasnt a "Hello" or "let me know if you need help" or anything when i had walked in and the guy working wasnt too talkative, for me personally i didnt mind this and didnt think anything of it, im naturally quiet but can be talkative when someone talks to me but after already socializing a lot in other stores it was a nice quiet breath of air to just roam the store and not have to interact with anyone, the guy working though was definitely helpful when we needed help though and if he saw that we (me and the people i was with) needed help getting something down or just getting something in general he'd offer help, for me i actually liked this since he was still helpful and super friendly and nice when he would help me and he was still aware so before i even asked for help with anything he was already asking if i needed help, which i liked a lot, i could tell he was definitely a little awkward especially when checking me out but it was just a little laugh since i myself am sometimes awkward when socializing so i could understand he was naturally quiet too. I do get for some other people though they do appreciate staff being very present and welcoming and like a little "Hi let me know if you need help with anything" when entering but of course thats everyones personal preference. Along with the staff he was very helpful on letting us know how to hold the taxidermy since someone i went with had gotten a bigger hanging bat but it was his first ever taxidermy so he didnt know how to hold it since it was a walk back to the car, he was very helpful on telling and showing him how to hold it so it wouldnt swing too much and maybe break or get messed up. Overall ill definitely be coming back and i definitely recommend coming here, the pieces are super cool and the pricing is honestly great, staff is friendly and helpful when they need to be but they are on the quieter side so for some people this can come off as maybe rude or unwelcoming but just keep in mind some people are naturally quiet and the guy working was actually pretty cool when we needed help with anything!

Dark decor, macabre gifts, spiritual and metaphysical shop worth your wandering explorative eyes…read moreand/or collections. Memento Mori is a slice of oddities and curiosities of all kinds for sure... From smoky quartz, amethyst and incenses to your accessories, skeleton keys and figurines to books, nooks and break in case of emergency vampire emergencies. They have some fun vintage movie posters, including in magnet form in the mix I'll definitely be back for! This Hollywood hidden gem sits pretty much by itself across from the Amazon Prime Experience theater off Wilcox Avenue/Sunset Blvd between Sunset and Selma Avenue. Street parking (meter), local parking garages and lots or the metro (a short stroll from Hollywood/Vine) are your foeful friend. Great customer service and so many attentions to detail displayed throughout their entire store. One thing I truly enjoyed/enjoy about Memento M. is their support of others, including several look clubs, organizations and events like the iconic She's in Parties goth night event every 4th Friday of the month. Open from Noon (12pm) to 6 daily, Thursday through Tuesday, with the exception of Wednesdays when they rest (are closed).

I visited this store a couple of years ago and fell in love. Every item is unique and perfectly…read morecurated. The name of the shop is true. Go buy things too!

My favorite gift shop in LA! Perfect for your quirky friends birthday present. Really cool stuff…read morefrom local artists