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Where can you find great deals in a city known for its high prices?
While all of the other tourists and visitors are flocking to Rodeo Drive and the Beverly Center, those who know better are heading to less-known but just as interesting shopping venues, where great quality can be had at even greater prices.
Where are these budget-friendly gems located?
For designer clothing at low prices head to It’s A Wrap (3315 W. Magnolia Blvd, Burbank, CA 91505, 818 567 7366). This delightful store sells pre-worn celebrity clothing. The items have been worn during productions of television shows and movies.
Decades, Inc (8214 Melrose Ave, West Hollywood, CA, 90046, 323 655 0223) is widely considered one of the best designer vintage stores in L.A. They sell duds by designers like Halston, Pucci, Pierre Cardin, Louis Vuitton, Stephen Sprouse, Oscar de la Renta, and Bill Blass.
Star Wares (2823 Main Street, Santa Monica, CA 90405, 310 399 0224) sells clothing previously worn by celebrities at a fraction of the original cost.
The Citadel (100 Citadel Drive, City of Industry, CA 90040, 323 888 1220) is a group of outlet stores where you can find names like Max Mara, Bennetton, Ann Taylor, BCBG, Geoffrey Beene, Old Navy, Paul Jardin, Eddie Bauer, and Betsey Johnson. You’ll find clothing at huge discounts from the regular stores.
A Los Angeles institution, the Rose Bowl Flea Market (991 Rosemont Ave, Pasadena, CA 91103, 323 560 7469) is a bargain-hunter’s paradise. Here you’ll find furniture, clothing, artwork, crafts, and antiques. It’s held on the second Sunday of every month.
Head to Fingerprints in Long Beach (4612B E. 2nd St., Long Beach, CA 90803, 562 433 4996) for used CDs in every musical genre. They also hold frequent shows by big names like the Long Beach Dub All-Stars and Patti Smith.
The Los Angeles Farmer’s Market (6333 W. Third St, Los Angeles, CA 90036, 323 933 9211) will supply you with all of your culinary needs at prices much lower than the local supermarket. It has been serving Los Angeles for more than 60 years. You’ll find fruit, vegetables, meats, cheeses, gifts, coffee, sweets, and more.
Whether you’re looking for deals on clothing, music, food, or home accessories, you’ll find what you’re looking for in the City of Angels.
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