WeHo Stores Win “Best of LA”

It’s that time of year again – Los Angeles Magazine’s exciting “Best of LA” issue! We were pleased to see 6 West Hollywood businesses featured this year in the “Shop” and “Do” categories! Now it’s not just us telling you that these places are amazing – they officially have the Los Angeles Magazine seal of approval. Below are the winners and some information so you can check them out yourself.

Best Blowout

For just $35, you can get a blowout that fits your style at Drybar. Straight, voluminous, curly or beachy – it’s all here (wash included). At Drybar, there are no cuts, no color, just blowouts (and complimentary champagne, cookies and chick flicks on TV). For an additional fee, you can even get a stylist to go to your house.

8595 Sunset Boulevard
West Hollywood, CA

Best Spa Treatments for Men

It’s not every day you find a spa environment that men will willingly visit, but The Gendarmerie on Santa Monica Boulevard is just that kind of place. The 1700 square foot cottage features 2 massage rooms, 2 facial rooms, 2 salon stations, a manicure/pedicure room and a steam room, with a full range of services.  Enjoy a drink in the quiet courtyard that features 4 relaxing fountains. In addition, The Gendarmerie is the world headquarters of Gendarme Fragrances. Test or buy a bottle of cologne or shop from Dermalogica and Lourdes Gourmet skin care products.

9069 Nemo Street
West Hollywood, CA

Best Leather Accessories

RTH owner Rene Holguin and his team make all of the leather goods store’s products by hand in the on-site studio, giving RTH a definite air of authenticity. You’ll find leather and Native American-inspired barrettes, earrings, bracelets, wallets, handbags, belts, brooches and kilt pins. Even the setting is authentic – the wood-paneled walls smell of cedar and makes you feel like you could actually be in a forest.

537 North La Cienega Blvd.
West Hollywood, CA 90048

Best Linens

You’ll find well-known linen brands at Between the Sheets as well as the store’s own house brand, luxurious white and cream bedding made in Italy. You’ll learn more about thread count and types of cotton than you could imagine, and finish your interior decorating with duvet covers, comforters, bed frames, sculptures and more.

370 N. Robertson Boulevard
West Hollywood, CA

Best Trend Showcase

If you want to know what the latest trends in fashion, art, interior design, beauty or entertainment are, go no further than TENOVERSIX on Melrose Avenue. The store’s focus is all about the details of good design, which is why the store is completely white and pared down. You’ll find key pieces rather than an entire collection, and discover new designers along with the tried-and-true.

8425 Melrose Avenue
West Hollywood, CA

Best Kid’s Story Hour

The exact opposite of the usual droning story time at school, the West Hollywood Public Library’s free Saturday morning readings in the children’s theater features professional performers. Organized by the Screen Actors Guild BookPALS program, the Saturday morning event usually features 2 professional performers reading popular children’s books, while acting them out through silly voices, roaring and more. Your kids will be delighted to “read,” and you can sit back and relax while the performers put in all the heavy lifting!

625 North San Vicente Boulevard
West Hollywood, CA 90069