Long an enclave for artists drawn to the west coast by its easy seaside living, Los Angeles' Venice Beach now counts less-creative types with more capital among its residents. Luring cash from the acquisitive arrivals is a bevy of art galleries, cafes and boutiques along Abbot Kinney Boulevard.
com) everyone seems high on life. Rare psychedelic surf posters and vintage photographs (from US$200) line the walls while mid-century modern furniture by Frank Lloyd Wright and unsung Californian designers (from US$145) fills the floor. The shop's 'Charlie Don't Surf' T-shirts (US$22) and hoodies (US$45) have a cult following.
com). Lightweight poet coats (US$530) and tuxedo shirts (US$345) feel barely there. Brides can mix and match from Simon's existing couture designs (from US$2,500). Singletons can don linen Saunter skirts (US$388).