Wilshire Boulevard

With locations in cosmopolitan neighborhoods on the East and West coasts, Bluestone Lane serves premium coffees and teas, cold-pressed juices and healthful daytime bites. Check out the oh-so-L.A. selection of open-face toasts.

Bakery and café fare is lovingly prepared onsite at Huckleberry Bakery & Cafe. All offerings, from the basil-infused Green Eggs and Ham to the Organic Quinoa with Market Vegetables, feature ingredients procured from local growers and artisans.

Sidecar Doughnuts serves up a wildly creative selection of fresh, lovingly crafted doughnuts and gourmet go-with beverages. Exotic offerings include Saigon cinnamon crumb, eggnog brûlée and maple bacon. Also, Sidecar partners with charities all year long, so you can help others while you treat yourself.

For an authentic southern Italian food experience, LA Puglia serves up a range of food for brunch through dinner and dessert. Traditional items include a variety of bruschetta, pizza, puccia, pasta and more.

Indulge your designer tastes at Great Labels Luxury Consignment Boutique which features “guilt-free Gucci, priced-to-move Prada and discounted Dior.” Extend your budget further by consigning your own gently worn designer items for up to 50 percent of the sale.

Costume season is year-round at Ursula’s Costumes which has been a Santa Monica fixture for decades. Buy or rent costumes and accessories for all ages and sizes, from the classic to the downright bizarre, and don’t forget the fog (or bubble) machine!

Yale Jewelers has served Santa Monica since 1978 has acquired a loyal customer base thanks to its impressive selection of unique items and personal customer service. The store has a resident artist and provides jewelry restoration and redesign.