This tiny boutique is very easy to miss. There is no signage and it is right next door to a similar looking store. Filled with beach casual wear, the walls are lined with Hawaiian shirts. The options include shirts, shorts and even some sweat clothes. Many of the outfits are made of silk.
At David Oliver's "alternative to Melrose and Montana," you can find women's apparel and accessories from a variety of popular designers. Shoppers come to trance fine boutique to find clothes for dressing up and going out, and the muted earth tones and soft lighting provide a low-key, contemporary shopping experience.
This True Religion Brand Jeans store is located in the upscale Metlox Shopping Plaza, which houses everything from clothing stores, ice cream parlors to kids' dental offices. The store specializes in high-end, hand-made jeans. It also sells shirts, hats and other accessories. True Religion is a national brand that caters to men, women and children with a style best described as bohemian chic.
This American Apparel location is situated in the upscale Metlox Shopping plaza off Manhattan Beach Boulevard. Just blocks from the beach, this store is stocked with clothes made entirely in downtown Los Angeles. The chain caters to men, women and children with a "back to basics" style, which translates to no-frills casual wear in solid colors and basic patterns. In addition to the standard shirts and pants, the store carries underwear, socks and accessories like backpacks and suspenders.
This colorful, fun beachside boutique specializes in women's and children's clothing and accessories. One-of-a-kind items from local clothing and jewelry designers are featured along with unique gifts and housewares. The store is arranged as a series of little boutiques, like "The Gift Shop," "Tellula's Doggie Boutique" and "Kira's Baby Boutique." Cathleen, the owner, also likes to host boutique parties at d' Boutique, which she strives to make a one-stop shop for families on the go.
Olympic Optics is a Manhattan Beach optician that carries a large selection of the latest eyewear designs. The shop is operated by friendly staff who are always busy keeping the stock in ship-shape condition.
Michael Stars was founded in 1986 by Michael Cohen when he opened his flagship store in Manhattan Beach. This store offers casual women's apparel, dresses, maternity clothing and accessories like belts and scarves. In addition to physical stores and the online store, the Michael Stars brand is carried at Bloomingdale's, Nordstrom and other high-end retailers. Items from the clothing line have been featured in Harper's Bazaar, Vogue and Elle magazines, among others, and have been worn by many celebrities.
Girly Things has been at this spot for more than six years. True to its name, the store is full of frilly, feminine things. You could spend hours inside looking at lingerie, dressy tops, pants, jewelry, sunglasses, handbags and accessories.
One of 18 Diane's Locations, this one is also known as Mickies. It focuses on mature resort wear. The store is only a block from the beach, with a great view of the Manhattan Beach Pier. Theoretically, one could walk out of the store in a new outfit and head straight to the beach or to a nearby open-air bar. Like many Diane's locations, the store is a large space with ample room to browse. It is located right next to Diane's Beach Fever, which caters to juniors.
Manhattan Stitching Company offers custom embroidery and screen printing for clothes, hats and other items from manufacturers such as Haynes, Fruit of the Loom, Golden and Nike. The company is available to sell and customize school uniforms, team uniforms, promotional items and awards. The Manhattan Stitching Company has been at its current location on North Aviation Boulevard for 10 years, and has another office in Orange County.