I have to admit I don't usually look into stores that give off crystals/witchy vibes ... which is…read morewhat I thought when I walked past the store. But I'm on a new mission for more rings, and I had time to kill, so I stepped in anyway and was really pleasantly surprised! This store is really great! There's several different altars, each with its own unique theme going on. They are really quite different from each other, and while several of them weren't my style, all of them were worth looking over, and there's clearly a lot of thought put into the design and layout. The store person was SUPER friendly, turns out she does make a lot of the jewelry herself, while the store owner makes a lot of designs. You can follow them on IG @ravenapothecary but when I glanced through the feed, it doesn't give you a good sense of all you could get in the store. However, I was told that you can order online (DM them) and request virtual tours where they show you the jewelry. I ended up buying one ring, it was at a really great price point, and I now have this store bookmarked in case I'm ever in the neighborhood again, I would definitely make this a regular stop-in to check the inventory. It seems like it can change frequently. LOTS of earrings, then necklaces and rings, as well as interesting sticker collections. They've got a variety of non-jewelry stuff going on too.

we went here looking for a nice gift and they have a lot of beautiful jewelry and cute stuff for a…read morewhimsical gal like me

Thank you to Gwyneth Paltrow for leading me to this hip childrens shop! Located on a busy…read moreneighborhood strip full of serious retail eye candy, La La Ling is the perfect spot to pick up a special gift for your favorite little! There's rock-n-roll onesies, beautiful dresses, cute accessories, one-of-a-kind books and more! My daughter had fun coloring in their children's area while I browsed the racks. I found a unique toy to give to a friend I was visiting later that week. Prices were on par with specialty gift shops. I highly recommend!

i didnt catch their name but the dog who runs this place is doing a fabulous job, i will be backread more

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!!

Walking into this store felt like finding the love of my life. The space is so beautifully curated…read moreit instantly calmed my nervous system. It feels more like a respected museum or library than a shop, every item thoughtfully chosen, every tool purposeful and refined. I picked up a deliciously scented Belgian soap bar and immediately felt the need to go back for the Gentle Night perfume. I honestly wanted everything. The staff was kind and helpful. Prices are on the higher end, but rightfully so. The quality and curation are unmatched.

A true gem. Beautiful Japanese houseware to elevate your everyday. I try to visit each time I am…read morein town.

A super cute stationary store for all your picnic and pet needs! If you're obsessed with cute…read morelittle critters, they have prints, stickers, Knick knacks, and more! It was our first time here and we were pleasantly greeted by a worker. We took our time looking at everything and were delighted by the puns and cuteness. Luckily, the manager was in the store and we were able to meet him. He gave me a bit of a side eye and kept sleeping on the floor. I tried my best to walk around him in order to continue looking at the stationary! He was a beautiful tan and black color and very fluffy. Super cute, super gift worthy, and super eye catching store. I loved every bit of it! Highly recommended if you're looking for a gift!

This shop is such a gem, you can feel how much passion and love was put into every detail. My…read morehusband and I bought the cutest gift for a friend here and the owners were so sweet. I will definitely be back!

I trust my dog's judgement...he's great at sensing who and where the love is! Not only is the…read moreselection of jewelry, stones and crystals at Mae Mae so well curated, but the staff makes Mae Mae one of my favourite spots on the Blvd! Archie happens to to be in love with Amanda, and who can blame him...she's super sweet and so knowledgeable! Doesn't hurt that she has some treats for him too. It's a perfect shop to get a cute birthstone necklace for your niece, stunning crystals for your friend's new home, and a gorgeous kimono styled piece for yourself! (Heck, get the cute 'tiny gold dot circle stud earrings' for yourself too! SELF-CARE IS IMPORTANT!) We all know the value and importance of supporting small businesses, and Mae Mae has been an amazing FEMALE-OWNED business that has made me smile for years. I'm lucky to live so close to it. Archie agrees. It's a weekly stop for us! (I'm so going back for the square stud earrings on our next walk!)

My friend and I weren't able to make it to Brooklyn Charm in Ventura to make DIY charm bracelets so…read morewe came here instead to make stone bracelets which turned out to be such a LOVELY EXPERIENCE!! The workers were so sweet and welcoming, they gave us muffins and made us feel so comfortable at the bracelet bar. Vibes were just immaculate. They have a wide selection of stones along with a couple of charms, beads, and metal spacers. Bracelets were $55 each and they can be adjusted based on your wrist size. I recommend coming here with a friend or a small group since the shop is pretty small and there were only two seats at the bar!

The Daily Planet Bookstore is just wonderful and so well crafted and curated. The smell of Incense…read morewafts to remind you that this has just the right blend of new age to anchor this place yet keep it the same times a bit woo woo - this is the place to buy a magazine for the season. Periodicals are always refreshed and Good people work here to support your perusal of them. Interview Magazine for example by Andy Warhol ( who doesn't want this in their home ) and this place has exotic internationally thick magaiznes like Apartmento which like a true book for a library this is not one you just read or look fit its to build your own person archive of books. The act of wrapping gifts is also present here and the creative wrapping paper exists here and nice people to actually wrap it for you so if you get something like a childrens book decimated to Harriett Beecher Stowe or even the Artist-formerly-known-as-Prince they can wrap it for you ( but its up to you to make sure the price tag has been removed as ive not done this one time and I still blame myself. ) so if you'd looking for a fresh Tarot Deck a book on Silvia Plath or Dorothy Parker this bookstore is for you as it's just the right blend of New York with our lovely City Of Angels.

I always enjoy stopping by the Daily Planet to peruse titles either alone or with friends…read morebefore/after/while sipping coffee from the Bourgeois Pig next door. Books, magazines, records, greeting cards, tarot cards, novelty items, smokes; they've got a great selection departing from the mundanity of the mainstream. What can I say, I am exactly the kind of person who belongs in this curated brand of alternative media's demographic (minus the witchy stuff, but if tarot and the occult appeal to you, you may find that portion of DP's inventory enticing). For instance, on one visit, I picked up a biography of kraut psych band CAN; if you happen to be aware of aforementioned band's existence, chances are you're in this demographic also. Go to the Daily Planet when you get the chance. On another trip to DP, I bought the Heartworm Reader, a collection of poems published by Heartworm Press, DP's owner's husband's publisher. (If such creative collaboration interests you and you are not already aware, DP's Amy Lee and HP's Wes Eisold are also in an excellent band known as Cold Cave.) Funnily, I knew of the band prior to stumbling upon the shop but was completely oblivious to the connection at first despite being pleasantly surprised to discover they stocked Cold Cave's records in their limited (however high quality) vinyl section. I always recommend the Daily Planet to likeminded friends visiting Hollywood, and they usually end up adding it to their lists of favorite LA spots, too.

I needed to find a gift one day and came across this small business. I found street parking easily…read moreand walked in knowing that I came to the right place. There are so many selections to choose from here and since time was running out, I wanted to find something useful and unforgettable for our home. You could sense all the hard work that was put into each of these lovable items and I was lucky enough to come across a variety of wonderful candles. I ended up purchasing the Los Angeles soy candle and had this wrapped perfectly. It was very affordable and I'm glad that I found this shop to shop from. On the way out, I was still enamored by the artwork, plants, and other household items presented here. It was like walking in a home that gave you ideas to better your own home! I recommend this place for all gifts!

Worth the price of the beautiful gifts just to spend some time with Duong! He has a lovely energy…read moreand going to his store is like being invited over to a friend's house who has excellent taste. Always can find something here to make my friends happy whatever the occasion!