These are the best stores to find antiques in Los Angeles
While NYC has its fair share of beloved antique shops, our editors’ favorite place to source second-hand goods is actually Los Angeles. You can find classic Gucci by Tom Ford pants on magazine covers fashion magazine to the Dior runways since the ’90s. And if you shop in the right places, the item you put back on the rack will probably be styled on your favorite A-lister or on-screen in your favorite TV show. your likes. It is an endless treasure.
Since Who What Wear is headquartered in LA, we can always count on our West Coast editors for the best shopping recommendations. They frequent the stores for every occasion, whether it’s getting ready for Paris Fashion Week or looking for something unique for our next cover. If you’re visiting for the first time or simply want to know the best places, keep scrolling.
Classic Aralda
Stepping into Aralda Vintage is like what you imagine the most fashionable person in the world’s wardrobe would look like. The shelves are filled with sequins, tweeds, and feathers—all the things you want to try on immediately. It makes sense why in Happiness, Costume designer Heidi Bevins chose Aralda’s dresses to use in the iconic wardrobe scene with Alexa Demie. These stores carry top brands like Mugler, Prada and Chanel, and are frequented by Zendaya’s stylists, Olivia Rodrigo and Kendall Jenner. (Rdrig
Location: 2691 Beachwood Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90068
Happy Island
If classic bridal looks are all over your wedding mood board, appointment-only vintage salon Fair Isles should be on your radar. No matter your bridal style, you’ll have options from classic Vera Wang to Christian Dior. Founder Lily Kaizer will help you find what you’re looking for on your big day.
Location: 6150 Wilshire Blvd #8, Los Angeles, CA 90048
RLT
Rachel Tabb founded RLT nearly four years ago, inspired by her childhood love of thrifting and the style of ’90s icons like Carolyne Besette-Kennedy. At RLT, you can shop from our in-house collection of beautiful basics as well as curated classics like graphic tees, denim and jewelry.
Location: 7607 Beverly Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90036
Reconnaissance
A favorite of our editor-in-chief Kat Collings, Scout is where you can find unique yet elegant pieces like tops made from recycled designer card to vintage crochet dresses in mint condition. Before hitting the designer stores in Melrose and paying full price, first see if you can find a one-of-a-kind piece at Scout.
Location: 8021 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90046
Waste land
A trip to the Wasteland can take hours, simply because there is so much to sift through. During one trip, you might find a sold-out pair of Nike sneakers you’ve been looking for, a classic lace suit, or a modern designer piece from last season. Diversity is not the issue here.
Location: 7428 Melrose Ave Los Angeles, CA 90046
12144 Ventura Blvd Studio City, CA 91604
5910 N Figueroa Street, Highland Park, Los Angeles, CA 90042
Squaresville
Squaresville calls itself “the sexiest antiques” in Los Angeles and they’re not wrong. They buy and sell clothing and accessories for both men and women, focusing on uniqueness and excitement. Browse this two-story store and you’re sure to find something that catches your eye.
Location: 1800 N Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90027