Seek and ye shall find.
SHOP
Found
What: Track down vintage and deadstock designs from the ’60s to ’90s, along with T.U.K. creepers, Ingenue dresses, handmade Navajo jewelry, and screen-printed housewares from Oh, Little Rabbit at Highland Park’s newest gem.
Why: Turn your closet into a treasure chest.
When: Daily, noon-5 p.m.
Where: 6189 N. Figueroa St., at York Blvd., Highland Park (323-474-6512).
Isabel Marant
What: The reigning queen of insouciant chic opens her first West Coast outpost on Melrose, complete with a sun-drenched garden and floor-to-ceiling windows that showcase her cult-status wears, boots, and baubles.
Why: Bid au revoir to your savings account.
When: Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: 8454 Melrose Pl., b/t N. La Cienega Blvd. & Melrose Ave., West Hollywood (323-651-1493).
SAVE
Planet Blue Sale
What: Score half off everything at the beloved boutique’s SaMo location, including bold silk tops from Parker and vintage-inspired Cynthia Vincent dresses. Stock up on in-house labels with all Blue Life items priced at $35; Blu Moon, $45.
Why: Happy hour with free wine, $50 denim, and all dresses at $100 or half off (whichever’s cheaper). Can’t make it? The party picks up in Venice next weekend.
When: Sale, Fri.-Mon. Happy hour, Fri., 5-8 p.m.
Where: 800 14th St., at Montana Ave., Santa Monica (310-394-0135). Happy hour R.S.V.P. to rsvp@shopplanetblue.com.
EAT
Pasadena Cheeseburger Week
What: More than 40 bars and restaurants pay tribute to the birthplace of the all-American classic with a week of specials, creatively topped patties, cheeseburger-inspired crepes, and more.
Why: Chart your caloric path with ten Cheeseburger Crawl routes, then vote for your favorites for a chance to win a free meal.
When: Sun.-Jan. 18.
Where: Participating restaurants at pasadenarestaurantweek.com.
Guisados
What: The lauded Boyle Heights taqueria brings its flavorful slow-cooked braises, stews, and thick tortillas to Echo Park.
Why: An open-air patio, local artists on the walls, and a beer-and-wine license in the works.
When: Mon.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-9 p.m.; Fri. & Sat., 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: 1261 W. Sunset Blvd., at Innes Ave., ste. 1100, Echo Park (213-250-7600).
Photo: Brian Overend / Courtesy of Found








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