🇺🇸 The Ultimate Melrose Avenue Shopping Guide 🛍️

I’ve always loved Melrose, but after moving to Seattle, I realized just how special it really is. So on my recent trip back to LA, I made sure to revisit—and this time, I planned the perfect no-backtracking route! 📍 I usually start on the east end of Melrose. This area is full of bold fashion (stuff I’d never dare to wear 😅), indie designer boutiques, and amazing vintage stores. My favorite is Second Street—a chain I loved back in Japan! Although the quality isn’t quite the same here, you can still find some great deals on trendy and branded pieces. 📍 Heading west, you’ll hit the famous Paul Smith Pink Wall 💖. It’s not worth a special trip alone, but it’s definitely a fun photo op against that classic California blue sky! 📍 A bit further west is Vivienne Westwood—one of my beloved brands! The store has a great selection of bags 👜. I didn’t pay much attention to jewelry, but they do carry classic pieces (saw someone buying one!). The clothing selection felt smaller than online though. 📍 Continue west and you’ll find a cluster of contemporary-to-luxury brands like APC, Marni, Golden Goose, and Balmain. Perfect for window shopping or treating yourself 🛒💫. 📍 At the far west end, don’t miss the physical store of The RealReal—the largest U.S. luxury consignment e-retailer. Prices aren’t always the best, but the items are curated beautifully and in great condition. I even spotted the vintage Chanel bowling bag that went viral because of Jennie! Also nearby is the super-pink Glossier store. I’ve never bought anything, but the interior is a dream 🎀💕. 📍 If you still have energy afterward, head south toward Beverly. There are fantastic outlet stores like Nordstrom Rack and Saks OFF 5TH. Who doesn’t love a good bargain? 🤑✨ #Los Angeles #LATravel #MelroseAvenue #ShoppingGuide #VintageFashion #LAStyle