Los Angeles is known all over the world for its celebrities, fashion and glamour. Home to some of the most exciting shopping opportunities in the world, LA has many shopping districts and malls that offer high end fashions, accessories and merchandise by some of the biggest names in retail and design. Robertson Blvd is one of the shopping areas that cannot be missed for those looking to indulge in a serious shopping trip. Located on the edge of Beverly Hills and West Hollywood, Robertson Blvd offers a broad range of high end men's and women's shopping as well as stores that cater to home remodeling.
Robertson Blvd's shopping area begins at the intersection of Melrose Ave and extends all the way down to Wilshire Blvd. Maple trees line most of Robertson Blvd and as the street is narrow the trees provide a constant shade over the sidewalks and blvd itself. The majority of the stores along Robertson are all boutiques whose locations along Robertson are their only location aside from London, Paris or New York. The majority of the stores along Robertson are owned by independent fashion stylist who began their careers in the London, New York or Milan fashion scenes designing for the biggest names in apparel. The stores reflect their own personal design talents and tastes as they seek to differentiate themselves from the original designer's names they once designed for. Most of the stores along Robertson are very upscale and expensive and compete with the line up found on Rodeo Drive. The stores on Robertson offer high end fashion lines and accessories that cater more to women than to men and most are designed to be worn at both social and professional events. Robertson is different than Melrose Ave in that Melrose caters to the more edgy and hip crowd.
With the addition of daily internet updates on celebrities and their shopping habits, Roberston Blvd has been thrust into the spotlight. It seems daily celebrities are seen roaming Robertson Blvd with the paparazzi in tow. In addition aside from clothing shopping, many high end home refurnishing stores have begun to rise along Robertson showcasing the latest in counter tops, kitchens, bathrooms and floors. Clientele for these stores come from all over LA and Beverly Hills.
Although known for its shopping, Robertson Blvd is also home to the famed Ivy Restaurant. Located just south of the Beverly Blvd intersection, The Ivy has become the place to see and be scene with celebrities. The outdoor patio that is enclosed with the white picket fence is often ground zero for daily power lunches that involve producers, celebrities and agents. Paparazzi are a common sight camped out across from the Ivy on Robertson Blvd looking to get the next money shot. Sitting along the patio and dining at The Ivy also allows guests to observe the crowds as they window shop up and down the blvd.