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Your Ultimate Guide to the Best Vintage Shops in Los Angeles

Attention all vintage lovers! If you’re looking for the best vintage shops in Los Angeles, you’ve come to the right place. As a seasoned shopper and vintage enthusiast, I have scoured the city to bring you a comprehensive guide to the top vintage stores that offer unique, one-of-a-kind finds. From high-end designer vintage to retro and boho-chic, this guide has something for everyone. Keep reading to discover the hidden gems that make Los Angeles a vintage shopping paradise.

LOS ANGELES VINTAGE FASHION SHOPS

Arcade Shops // 777 S Alameda St Suite 174, Los Angeles, CA 90021

Arcade is the retail shop brought to you by Richard, the genius behind A Current Affair and Pickwick Vintage. If your searching for hard-to-find vintage or designer pieces, Arcade is the spot. Richard has the best eye for both and shopping his expertly curated pieces is divine. This is definitely one of the best vintage stores in LA.

Chelsea Vintage // 1242 20th St suite D, Santa Monica, CA 90404

Chelsea, a former industry stylist, left her gig to open up the cutest vintage shop. She has an incredible eye for unique vintage finds, plus shares her sourcing trips on her Instagram.

Carny Couture // 1242 20th St Apt C, Santa Monica, CA 90404

Carny Couture’s vintage collection is all about timeless and classic pieces from 1930s-1970s. Think ethereal, neutral pieces that have j’nai sais quoi.

HotBox Vintage // 1127 Mission St, South Pasadena, CA 91030

Hotbox has an amazing selection of the cutest vintage jewelry and accessories. Prices are affordable (just a tad bit pricier than thrift stores) so you can shop for a whole outfit without breaking the bank.

Jackie Robbins Leather // 2522 Magnolia Blvd, Burbank, CA 91505

This is THE spot for the best vintage leather apparel. If you’re a fan of North Beach Leather, this is where you need to shop! Jackie Robbins, the owner, is an expert in vintage leather and she’ll tell you which collection and season each piece is from.

Lemon Frog Shop // 1202 N Alvarado St, Los Angeles, CA 90026

This is one of Los Angeles’ most unique vintage clothing boutiques and I LOVE it. The shop is cute, the fashion is cute, and the experience is cute!

Lulu Flippin Vintage // 2408 Lincoln Blvd. Santa Monica CA 90404

Lulu is one of my favorite people on the planet and I can’t go a Pickwick Vintage show without buying something incredible from her. I love her approach to vintage because she’s all about curating pieces that are unique, but of-the-moment so you literally just want to wear the pieces out the door! She is one of my favorite Los Angeles vintage shops.

Pickwick Vintage // 757 S Alameda St Suite 184, Los Angeles, CA 90021

Pickwick Vintage Show is a monthly vintage market with over 65 exhibitors from across California, featuring collections of vintage clothing, jewelry, and accessories, textiles, and more. It’s my favorite for shopping expertly curated racks of the best vintage!

Play Clothes // 3100 Magnolia Blvd, Burbank, CA 91505

If you’re looking for a super cute vintage shop that comes with a shop cat and all the retro vibes, then Play Clothes is your spot. The clothing is sorted by decade making it easy to find pieces. Their specialty is clothing from the 40s to 60s so spend a lot of time in those sections and you’ll leave with an incredible assortment of finds.

SquaresVille  // 1800 N Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90027

You can’t beat the location or the prices here. SquaresVille offers a quirky and unique curated mix of vintage pieces. I come here for concert tees, jeans, and awesome two piece sets – most of which are under $50.

favorite vintage decor shops

LOS ANGELES VINTAGE DECOR SHOPS

45 Three Modern Vintage  // 1051 S Fairfax Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90019

I can’t say enough about the owner Staci and her incredible eye for vintage artwork, ceramic, patterns, and Regency furniture. The shop’s showroom floor changes often since things sell quickly so you can easily visit on a weekly basis and find new items. Staci loves vintage and especially loves inspiring and helping you find the right pieces for your home.

Amsterdam Modern // 134 Glendale Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90026

Amsterdam Modern has an amazing inventory of mid century modern furniture, lighting and decor. Their inventory is shipped directly from Amsterdam and is sourced from all corners of Holland. Come here if you’re looking for notable designs and pieces such as Thonet, Franco Albini, Saarinen, and Adnet.

Bonita Interiors // 480 S Fair Oaks Ave, Pasadena, CA 91105

Another favorite spot for eclectic decor, original artwork, and mid century furniture. Owner Angie’s showroom is FILLED with goodies so make sure to schedule enough time to browse through all the things! And if you need help, Angie will help you find exactly what you need.

Bougie Bazaar // 1836 E Walnut St, Pasadena, CA 91107

Bougie Bazaar is a goldmine for rare and unusual vintage finds for your home. The shop has everything from Boho to Disco and Modern to Moroccan – it’s hard to leave empty handed!

deKor // 3183 Glendale Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90039

deKor is for those looking for rustic-chic furniture and home accessories with a global, bohemian vibe. Owner, Isabelle, has an incredible eye so there is a lot to look at, so give yourself plenty of time to peruse.

The Hunt Vintage // 812 Mateo St, Los Angeles, CA 90021

Michael, the owner, offers excellent service and loves to help you find exactly what need. There’s a vast selection of mid century furniture items and a steady flow of new inventory at all times. If you like mid-century furniture The Hunt Vintage is a must stop and once you go there you’ll keep coming back.

King Richard’s Antique Center // 12301 Whittier Blvd, Whittier, CA 90602

If you want the flea market vibe in the comfort of air conditioning, then King Richard’s is the place! Over 57000 sq ft of shopping treasures and the prices are incredibly affordable for an antique center.

North Hollywood Antique Row // Lankershim Blvd, North Hollywood

This spot is still under the radar and the spot to go for unique pieces and super low prices. The shops sell at various flea markets on Sundays and most of them are on Chairish if you prefer to shop online. Be prepared to dig through piles of stuff, but don’t be afraid to ask if you’re looking for something specific. The shop owners are helpful and will pull out items that are hidden away.

Pasadena Antique Center // 480 S Fair Oaks Ave, Pasadena, CA 91105

This is one of my go-tos when I need inspo and want to enjoy the array of vintage and antiques. If you follow on Instagram, then you know I love the creaking wood floors and the decor is second to none.

Sunbeam // 106 S Avenue 58, Los Angeles, CA 90042

A long time favorite spot for vintage items, Sunbeam helped furnish about half our house when we first bought our home. They have a good collection of mid century modern and regency, plus their modern line of mid century modern inspired pieces.

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