One of our favorite ways is to shop is with intention, and one way to do that is by seeking out businesses owned and operated by women. To get started, check out below 12 different businesses from across Los Angeles that you can support.
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62 W Union St / Website
Coffee And Plants is the ultimate place to go if you love, well, coffee and plants! The adorable shop will quickly become your go-to spot due to its passion and commitment to being sustainable, animal friendly and plant-based.
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5007 N Figueroa St / Website
Any time you step into Ri-Ri-Ku, you are surrounded by the store's delicate, dreamlike ambiance. By providing customers with an immersive shopping experience that allows them to envision each product in their home, every experience will be positive. They pride themselves on empowering the modern shopper and showing them that shopping should never be stressful, especially when the Ri-Ri-Ku products are that cute!
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5712 Lankershim Blvd / Website
The Green Man Metaphysical Shoppee and Apothecary is a unique spiritual store. Services in supernatural readings and spell-crafting are available to everyone no matter their background. This is the perfect place to go to finally start your spiritual journey.
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1121 Glendon Ave / Website
Violet Bistro is the coming together of good food and community. Owner Dana Slatkin made her dreams come true of one day opening a restaurant that served as a sort of rendezvous spot for friends and family to catch up and unwind after a long hard day. Supporting this small business while sitting under the flickering string lights of the restaurant's romantic courtyard makes it that more memorable. The cherry on top is that every dish is cooked to perfection and will leave you satisfied and full.
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7967 Melrose Ave / Website
It is time to elevate your days with Else, a classic lingerie, loungewear and beachwear brand. Founder Ela Onur combined her knowledge on design and creativity to ensure that every customer is getting only the best products that will last and make the wearer look and feel beautiful. An added bonus is that the team at Else is dedicated to minimizing their carbon footprint through using sustainable lace and properly recycling their clothing waste, leaving customers guilt free.
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7471 Melrose Ave / Website
Comfort is essential at Blush LA, so it comes as no surprise that every time you get your nails done at the aesthetically pleasing shop you leave feeling revived and refreshed. Elevating the industry, Blush LA prides itself on providing masterful work, great customer service and an overall friendly atmosphere. It is finally time to unwind and treat yourself to a manicure or pedicure at Blush LA.
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3123 Beverly Blvd / Website
“The drink is queen” at Genever! This lounge is inviting and intimate, creating a warm ambiance in the dimly light romantic space. All of the drinks are inspired by flavors from around the world, using only the best quality ingredients and house-made syrups. Friends and co-owners Roselma, Christine and Patricia are proud to be a part of the ever-growing list of women-owned bars across the nation.
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1615 Colorado Blvd / Website
Create something gorgeous with the help of the artists at Earth Altar. The skilled tattoo artists devote their time to ensuring that their guests leave with a powerful and unique piece of art that embodies their most authentic selves. The studio itself is a safe and welcoming space for everyone.
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3917 Crest Dr # 1 / Website
Purely Floral creates innovative designs and stunning floral arrangements that work around the customer's desires. Kelley Lambert started this successful business ten years ago and has since gotten nothing but raving reviews thanks to her unwavering dedication to customer service and gorgeous floral arrangements. The whole team makes sure to emulate the same passion by providing only the best service, ensuring that your experience with Purely Floral is nothing less than outstanding.
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5214 Monte Vista St / Website
Sustain LA knows that going zero waste can be daunting. However, they have removed the difficulty by providing guests with a seamless transition. Offering refill stations on all of your daily essentials and information on how to make the jump, there is no way you won’t be able to succeed. Start your zero waste adventure here to help make the world a better place.
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5028 York Blvd / Website
At Big Bud Press, the feeling of inclusivity and community is apparent. By offering sustainable unisex clothing in a wide range of sizes, anywhere from XXS to 6XL, everyone has the opportunity to feel like themselves while wearing these clothes. Breaking down plus-size clothing expectations, Big Bud Press ensures that all of its products are bright and eye-catching.
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812 N Highland Ave / Website
Founded by Esther Kim Varet, Various Small Fires is an art gallery that features up-and-coming and famous modern American artists. Exhibitions hosted at VSF strive to break down the traditional portrayal of art, making this a unique and fun experience for all art lovers out there.
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