Abbot Kinney, Venice Shopping Guide

A map some of the coolest independent shops in Abbot Kinney, Venice.

A+R

A+R equals good design. More bazaar than gallery, the shop stuffs a globe's worth of design objects in its modest space. Objects likes a handgun shaped vase, an agate candle holder, wood...

Daisy Arts

If you go to Italy and can peel yourself away from the priceless art, the romantic settings, if you can get over the ridiculously good-looking people and the heavenly food, you may notice that...

Dewey

The uber-cool, rock-chic vibe of Dewey will get your attention, the well-edited collection of bold, beautiful shoes will keep it. Think knee-high boots in supple brown leather to a 3-inch heel done...

Equator Books

Equator Books is one of the most beautiful bookstores you're likely to come across. The center of the tall, airy store includes a gallery wall featuring monthly exhibitions of original...

Heist

Leave it to a shop that's a short walk from the beach to figure out how to be stylish and elegant, and even at times glamorous, without looking fussy or being uncomfortable. So we have Heist,...

Madley

Madley is for the free spirit fashionista, the woman who wears feathers in her hair, effortlessly mixes designer and no-name vintage, pairs contradictory patterns and colors but somehow pulls it...

Rose

If you fancy an object at Rose, may we suggest you buy it right there, because chances are you're not going to see it anywhere else. This is one shop that is curated in the truest sense of...

Salt

Among the girly, beachy boutiques nearby Salt at first looks out of place, but where better than near the ocean to sell clothes that are organic and essential. Dominated by solid, understated...

Scentiments

The sentiment seems to be that if you spend on flowers the recipient will not notice the cellophane, foam or cheap glass (using the world glass liberally) vase that holds the flowers. We knew...

Strange Invisible Perfumes

In a country used to buying its perfumes at the department store counter, the idea of customized fragrances and a master perfumer is as good as a fairytale. Strange Invisible helps bridge the gap,...

Surfing Cowboys

Surfing Cowboys is what happens when vintage furniture aficionados with good taste go to the beach. In a perfectly pleasant, laid back atmosphere the shop consistently stocks gorgeous collection of...

Tortoise

So you thought you were cool when you saw "Lost in Translation" before anyone else, but now the whole world has seen it. It's time to kick your Japano-phile induced coolness up a...

Turqoise

Sometimes even furniture needs a nip and a tuck, and that's basically what Turquoise does. The serene cottage space primarily showcases vintage furniture pieces of varying styles and eras that...

Urbanic

Urbane would certainly describe the selection of cards, papers and writing accoutrements at Urbanic. The wall of cards rivals the selection of paper shops thrice its size in overall quality....

Waraku

Japanese surfwear sounds about as conceivable as Los Angeles snowwear, but the stuff does exist and has for decades. In a kind of global fashion ping-pong match Waraku brings back to America...

A+R

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A+R equals good design. More bazaar than gallery, the shop stuffs a globe's worth of design objects in its modest space. Objects likes a handgun shaped vase, an agate candle holder, wood veneer placemats and crinkled ceramic cups.

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Address:
1121 Abbot Kinney Boulevard
Venice CA 90291

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Phone: 1-310-392-9128
Hours: Mon: Closed Tue-Sat: 11-7 Sun: Closed

Tags: design, good for gifts, home accessories

Daisy Arts

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If you go to Italy and can peel yourself away from the priceless art, the romantic settings, if you can get over the ridiculously good-looking people and the heavenly food, you may notice that Italians also make gorgeous leather journals and albums. Working with seasoned craftsmen, Daisy Arts brings this fine Italian craft to its store. The stars of the store are the handmade leather albums,...

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Address:
1312 Abbot Kinney Boulevard
Venice CA 90291

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Phone: 1-310-396-8463
Hours: Mon-Sat: 10-6 Sun: 11-6

Tags: italy, paper goods

Dewey

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The uber-cool, rock-chic vibe of Dewey will get your attention, the well-edited collection of bold, beautiful shoes will keep it. Think knee-high boots in supple brown leather to a 3-inch heel done up in a dramatic print fabric, or an impossibly steep pair of sparkly wedges.

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Address:
1108 Abbot Kinney Boulevard
Venice CA 90291

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Phone: 1-310-392-2974
Hours: Mon: Closed Tue-Sat: 11-7 Sun: 12-6

Tags: women's shoes

Equator Books

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Equator Books is one of the most beautiful bookstores you're likely to come across. The center of the tall, airy store includes a gallery wall featuring monthly exhibitions of original artwork. The gallery space is flanked on either side by long, tall bookshelves. One side holds used art, design and architecture titles, sold in collectable condition, wrapped with a protective archival...

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Address:
1103 Abbot Kinney Boulevard
Venice CA 90291

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Phone: 1-310-399-5544
Hours: Mon-Sun: 10-10

Tags: architecture, art, books, photography, rare books

Heist

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Leave it to a shop that's a short walk from the beach to figure out how to be stylish and elegant, and even at times glamorous, without looking fussy or being uncomfortable. So we have Heist, it's shelves and racks lined with subtly stylish clothing and accessories in neutral, beachy tones. Think babydoll dress with just enough adornment to work in the evening, heels that are sexy...

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Address:
1104 Abbot Kinney Boulevard
Venice CA 90291

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Phone: 1-310-450-6531
Hours: Mon-Sat: 11-7 Sun: 12-6

Tags: women's accessories, women's clothing

Madley

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Madley is for the free spirit fashionista, the woman who wears feathers in her hair, effortlessly mixes designer and no-name vintage, pairs contradictory patterns and colors but somehow pulls it off. The romp of a shop dictates a hundred and one ways to have fun with fashion, whether be with a pair of vintage French pumps or with a minidress and tights, a leather belt with a horse belt buckle...

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Address:
1227 Abbot Kinney Boulevard
Venice CA 90291

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Phone: 1-310-450-6029

Tags: vintage accessories, vintage clothing, women's clothing

Rose

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If you fancy an object at Rose, may we suggest you buy it right there, because chances are you're not going to see it anywhere else. This is one shop that is curated in the truest sense of the word. Owner Mark Rose searches far and wide for remarkable antiques, art and jewelry and places them in long rows and groupings in his store. A 19th century iron doll head, a'70s Italian vase,...

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Address:
1225 Abbot Kinney Boulevard
Venice CA 90291

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Phone: 1-310-399-0040
Hours: Mon: Closed Tue-Sun: 11-6

Tags: antiques, art, jewelry

Salt

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Among the girly, beachy boutiques nearby Salt at first looks out of place, but where better than near the ocean to sell clothes that are organic and essential. Dominated by solid, understated colors, soft fabrics and loose silhouettes this is clothing that won't look out of place on New York streets but come to think of it would work rather well for chic oceanside living as well. Look...

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Address:
1138 1/2 Abbot Kinney Boulevard
Venice CA 90291

Phone: 1-310-452-1154

Tags: avant-garde, women's clothing

Scentiments

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The sentiment seems to be that if you spend on flowers the recipient will not notice the cellophane, foam or cheap glass (using the world glass liberally) vase that holds the flowers. We knew the state of the plant world was improving when we walked into Scentiments. For one thing, the focal point of the store is the vases--the front of the store seems like a design store focusing on jars...

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Address:
1331 Abbot Kinney Boulevard
Venice CA 90291

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Phone: 1-310-399-4110
Hours: Mon-Fri: 9-6 Sat: 10-6 Sun: Closed

Tags: flowers, home accessories

Strange Invisible Perfumes

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In a country used to buying its perfumes at the department store counter, the idea of customized fragrances and a master perfumer is as good as a fairytale. Strange Invisible helps bridge the gap, bringing a European style parfumerie to the shores of California. The cool, lab-like space is the perfect place to try one of the shops many perfumes or, for the full experience, work with them to...

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Address:
1138 Abbot Kinney Boulevard
Venice CA 90291

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Phone: 1-310-314-1505
Hours: Mon: Closed Tue-Sat: 11-7 Sun: 12-6

Tags: custom-made, fragrances

Surfing Cowboys

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Surfing Cowboys is what happens when vintage furniture aficionados with good taste go to the beach. In a perfectly pleasant, laid back atmosphere the shop consistently stocks gorgeous collection of vintage furnishings from the '50s to the '70s (iconic pieces from Eames, Saarinen, Cherner and friends go through the store with regularity), alongside rare surf and Hawaiian culture...

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Address:
1624 Abbot Kinney Boulevard
Venice CA 90291

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Phone: 1-310-450-4891

Tags: mid-century modern, surfing, vintage furniture, vintage home accessories

Tortoise

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So you thought you were cool when you saw "Lost in Translation" before anyone else, but now the whole world has seen it. It's time to kick your Japano-phile induced coolness up a few notches by visiting Tortoise. "Those are some cool forks you have there". Gee thanks, if memory serves they were designed by Sori Yanagi in 1974. "Where did you get these cool...

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Address:
1208 Abbot Kinney Boulevard
Venice CA 90291

Site: Official Site Open Link in New Window
Phone: 1-310-314-8448
Hours: Mon-Tue: Closed Wed-Sun: 12-6

Tags: design, furniture, home accessories, japan, tableware

Turqoise

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Sometimes even furniture needs a nip and a tuck, and that's basically what Turquoise does. The serene cottage space primarily showcases vintage furniture pieces of varying styles and eras that have been lovingly restored and reupholstered with cheery, modern fabrics. Mixed in are mid-century furnishings, and curious, beautiful objects and artwork of various provenances.

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Address:
1641 Abbot Kinney Boulevard
Venice CA 90291

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Phone: 310-314-2010
Hours: Mon: By Appointment Tue-Sun: 12-7

Tags: vintage furniture, vintage home accessories

Urbanic

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Urbane would certainly describe the selection of cards, papers and writing accoutrements at Urbanic. The wall of cards rivals the selection of paper shops thrice its size in overall quality. Whether employing letterpress, intricate cut-outs, sharp typography or deep inks, the cards exude class and elegance. Papers are more limited in selection but also hit the right notes--there's...

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Address:
1644 Abbot Kinney Boulevard
Venice CA 90291

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Phone: 1-310-401-0427
Hours: Mon-Sat: 11-7 Sun: 11-6

Tags: paper goods

Waraku

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Japanese surfwear sounds about as conceivable as Los Angeles snowwear, but the stuff does exist and has for decades. In a kind of global fashion ping-pong match Waraku brings back to America Japanese clothing, denim and sneakers that were heavily influenced by American street/skate/surf culture. If the clothing and shoes at Waraku are representative, let the boys play we say.

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Address:
1225 Abbot Kinney Boulevard
Venice CA 90291

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Phone: 1-310-452-5300

Tags: japan, sneakers, t-shirts
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