I’m a Shopping Expert Living in L.A.—26 Chic Presents I’m Gifting to My Fellow Angelinos
I've lived in L.A. for over 15 years now which I think officially makes me an Angelino. The allure of the Southern California way of life is what brings so many to the west coast—ready to experience everything from the active lifestyle, the beaches, mountains, the blockbuster entertainment, and of course, the mild year-round weather. Having immersed myself and embraced this beautiful city, I've gotten to discover the coolest local brands, stores, businesses, and insider L.A.-isms that make the great city what it is.
So I decided to put together a cool gift guide for those who appreciate the L.A. life and culture—from California-chic fashion pieces to spa gift cards, these ideas are perfect for your friends who live in L.A., and those friends who always seem to be planning trips to L.A.! These goods capture the spirit of the laid-back Angelino lifestyle.
I frequent the rooftop and Palma Lounge at the Santa Monica Proper a lot as a West sider, but what you might now know is that The Proper hotel offers a private wellness suite that you can book by the hour (you don't need to be a guest at the hotel to use it). It includes therapies designed to restore energy, sharpen focus, and accelerate recovery. This makes for an amazing and unique gift idea, especially for your friends on the West Side.
I recently discoverd, Molly Sim's L.A. based-skincare brand YSE beauty—and I'm absolutely obsessed. Gift these highly-reviewed Exfoliating Pads (that leave skin looking brighter and smoother) to your mom, aunt, sister (or yourself) and I guarantee you'll earn major brownie points.

Judith Jones is the associate shopping director at Who What Wear and has worked in fashion for over a decade. She specializes in shopping content and trend stories with high-affiliate impact. She shares the coolest, most desirable fashion market finds and brands for every budget. Previous to working in fashion, Judith worked as a TV host on the PBS travel show Globe Trekker (airing on Netflix and Amazon Prime) sharing her passion for travel and culture.
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