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Blackman Cruz
This shop is a standout for its dazzling mix, such as a pair of root chairs ($32,000) and matching console table ($22,000) that once furnished Al Capone’s Wisconsin cabin, a large selection of Italian Lucite and chrome pendant lamps by Angelo Mangiarotti, and 16th-century ceramic jars covered in barnacles found in the seas off Indonesia.
Calypso Home
Christiane Celle has built the Calypso empire upon her rich hippie aesthetic. Now, you can get more than the fantastic kaftans, but the accompanying ethnic chic furniture and housewares to create an entire laid-back home.
Hollyhock
The finest antique stores are to-the-trade only, with the exception of the fabulous Hollyhock, a must for the country’s leading decorators. Owner-decorator Suzanne Rheinstein has the best eye of almost anyone in town.
Indigo Seas
At this shop, owner-decorator Lynn von Kersting sells antique French opaline glass, vintage tablecloths, majolica plates, seashells, books, upholstered furniture and D. Porthault bath mitts. She puts together her homelike rooms like no one else.
Tip: Before or after you shop, have lunch next door at her restaurant, the Ivy.
Jonathan Adler
This boutique carries the interior designer’s groovy ceramics and furniture.
Mecox Gardens
This elegant shop from the East Coast (original is in the Hamptons) brings an East Coast beach aesthetic to the West Coast with its chic simple antiques, “reeditions” and gift items.
OK
With its fresh mix of modern Scandinavian housewares, American Pottery and Noguchi lamps, OK is great for gifts.With its fresh mix of modern Scandinavian housewares, American Pottery and Noguchi lamps, OK is great for gifts.
Orange
A specialist in mid-century furniture and modern lighting, the owner of this design store on Beverly Boulevard is a favorite source for architects and interior decorators with cutting-edge clients.
Rachel Ashwell Shabby Chic
The perfect source for floral bedding, vintage mirrors and new, fat slip-covered sofas and armchairs.
Tortoise
Japanese crafts and housewares.
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