Shout and About is a small boutique shop located in Echo Park that sells various gifts and greeting…read morecards. This is the flagship shop opened in 2015 and there are currently three brick-and-mortar locations in Echo Park, Carlsbad, and Encinitas. [Parking]: Parking is very difficult in this part of town. I got really lucky and found a residential street spot on Grafton St. [Merchandise]: The shop offers many cute gifts including home goods, scented candles, tote bags, and a section with items for children and babies such as children's books and random animal plushies. I like some of their greeting card designs, but there is not much of a stationery selection. There is also a mini print vending machine at the front entrance. [Conclusion]: I am not sure whether I would drive out of my way just to shop for gifts here as there are too many random items. It would be nicer if the shop focused on a more specific niche category rather than being a jack-of-all-trades gift store.

Small but adorable store with a great selection of cute products. They have an Inciardi Print…read moremachine and were so sweet to pull a print for us from the back when it went out of stock. Thanks S&A!

Super cute store with adorable and practical items. I was in the area for ice cream and in search…read moreof unlined notebook. Not only did I find an assortment of notebooks but also other unique items. They carry Moleskin journals but also products by local businesses. I ended up purchasing a water bottle and a set of journal by Culver City-based business, Molly & Rex. My after-school job in high school was at a small, stationery and art store. Because of that, I love stationery stores and visit a lot of locally-owned ones. Landis Stationery is one of the best in L.A.-- that's why they've been around since 1930! They have both practical items and unique gifts-- for others and for yourself!

This stationery shop is located in a home... so it can be easy to miss if you don't know what…read moreyou're looking for. It is also tiny inside and is the traditional stationery store. They do personalized/custom design service here. They also offer these services on wax seals. I went in for Stationery Store Day and grabbed some really cool calligraphy pens - I should've gotten more, but I still had one more stop to make. Metered parking is on the street, and there is plenty of it. Owners were lovely and so excited for the stationery fans that were coming in that day. Respectfully reviewed.

I rarely leave reviews like this, but our experience yesterday, July 31 around 6 PM, was…read moreuncomfortable and incredibly disappointing. My friend, cousin, and I were exploring Lido and had grabbed iced drinks from La La Land a few stores down because it was an extremely hot day. We popped into this store and were genuinely excited to look around. We weren't greeted or asked if we needed any help, but I honestly didn't pay much attention to that at first because I was intrigued by the inventory and enjoying looking around. As we made our way toward the back, a man approached us, I'm not sure if he was an employee, manager, or owner, and rather rudely told us not to put our drinks down on the counter. I immediately apologized. We had absolutely no issue respecting that request. My friend then asked him the price of a wallet she was interested in purchasing. He told her the price, but then proceeded to point at the wallet and say to her in an extremely condescending tone, "Do you see what you did from those sugary hands?" He continued making comments about her "sugary fingers" touching the leather. We literally gasped at his comments, her hands were not sugary or sticky. There was a tiny, pea-sized amount of condensation/moisture from holding an iced drink. Regardless, if he was concerned about the merchandise, there were countless respectful and professional ways he could have communicated that. The issue was never being asked to keep our drinks off the counter or to be careful with the merchandise, we completely understand that. It was the way he chose to speak to us. His tone and comments felt unnecessarily belittling and made all three of us extremely uncomfortable. What makes it even more disappointing is that my friend was genuinely interested in purchasing the wallet. We walked in excited to shop and instead left feeling unwelcome and talked down to. Beautiful inventory, but the way you treat people walking into your store matters. You never know who is coming in ready to make a purchase, and no customer should be made to feel uncomfortable or embarrassed simply for browsing your store. Unfortunately, the interaction completely ruined the experience for us, and we will not be returning.

H+E Goods Company is such a beautiful and unique shop! Everything they carry feels authentic and…read morethoughtfully curated...from the handwoven textiles to the imported home goods, you can tell there's a real love for quality and craftsmanship behind it all. Elif and Hurdin are incredible. Their customer service goes above and beyond-warm, genuine, and deeply knowledgeable about every piece in the store. You can feel their passion and heritage in everything they do. If you appreciate ethically sourced, beautifully made goods with a personal touch, this is the place. A true gem and one of my favorite shopping experiences!

They have a very large selection of candles and an equally large lack of good customer service. I…read morewalked there this afternoon for some new scents for my apartment. No one greeted me as I walked in, I spent some time perusing the store with no one coming and asking if they could help me find something. I actually DID want the assistance. There were three attendants at the store, two men and a lady. One of the men did not even acknowledge me and he was right there at the register. The gentleman with the shaved head was the only friendly one. I want to support local businesses but with that kind of "service," I'd rather spend my money elsewhere.

I was always scared to go in bc it looks fancy- and yes there are candles that cost more than my…read morefirst car BUT there are soo many that are affordable. Candles, room sprays, diffusers and even body scents. Customer service was top notch- I didn't feel bothered and he let me know all the sales. I smelled almost everything in there and wish I could splurge- thank god my fav was only $28! 60 hour burn time and high end jar- you can't beat it.

The Daily Planet Bookstore is just wonderful and so well crafted and curated. The smell of Incense…read morewafts to remind you that this has just the right blend of new age to anchor this place yet keep it the same times a bit woo woo - this is the place to buy a magazine for the season. Periodicals are always refreshed and Good people work here to support your perusal of them. Interview Magazine for example by Andy Warhol ( who doesn't want this in their home ) and this place has exotic internationally thick magaiznes like Apartmento which like a true book for a library this is not one you just read or look fit its to build your own person archive of books. The act of wrapping gifts is also present here and the creative wrapping paper exists here and nice people to actually wrap it for you so if you get something like a childrens book decimated to Harriett Beecher Stowe or even the Artist-formerly-known-as-Prince they can wrap it for you ( but its up to you to make sure the price tag has been removed as ive not done this one time and I still blame myself. ) so if you'd looking for a fresh Tarot Deck a book on Silvia Plath or Dorothy Parker this bookstore is for you as it's just the right blend of New York with our lovely City Of Angels.

I always enjoy stopping by the Daily Planet to peruse titles either alone or with friends…read morebefore/after/while sipping coffee from the Bourgeois Pig next door. Books, magazines, records, greeting cards, tarot cards, novelty items, smokes; they've got a great selection departing from the mundanity of the mainstream. What can I say, I am exactly the kind of person who belongs in this curated brand of alternative media's demographic (minus the witchy stuff, but if tarot and the occult appeal to you, you may find that portion of DP's inventory enticing). For instance, on one visit, I picked up a biography of kraut psych band CAN; if you happen to be aware of aforementioned band's existence, chances are you're in this demographic also. Go to the Daily Planet when you get the chance. On another trip to DP, I bought the Heartworm Reader, a collection of poems published by Heartworm Press, DP's owner's husband's publisher. (If such creative collaboration interests you and you are not already aware, DP's Amy Lee and HP's Wes Eisold are also in an excellent band known as Cold Cave.) Funnily, I knew of the band prior to stumbling upon the shop but was completely oblivious to the connection at first despite being pleasantly surprised to discover they stocked Cold Cave's records in their limited (however high quality) vinyl section. I always recommend the Daily Planet to likeminded friends visiting Hollywood, and they usually end up adding it to their lists of favorite LA spots, too.

Went in yesterday to choose some new plates and get a feel for heath ceramics after watching an…read moreamazing PBS documentary. Needless to say I had a great experience in the shop. Ernie and the rest of the staff were super helpful. They answered all of our questions and took their time with us. We were able to touch and feel every piece and there's even a counter so you can sit down and really imagine what it would be like to have their dinnerware in your home. After we checked out a member of staff offered to help us bring our plates out to our car and he did. A proper gentleman if I do say so myself. Heath are not only top notch ceramics but also did a great job choosing a staff who are kind and helpful. Support local. It's worth the price tag. Can't wait to own more.

Our friend Bret H. turned 40 this year, and a bunch of us decided to get him a group gift. We had…read moreno idea what to get him, so I asked his wife FeiFei J., who made a few devastatingly practical suggestions, but also mentioned that they could use a serving bowl to go with the rest of their kitchenware. I'm also on this side of 35, so I love pretty home shit and decided this was the way to go. FeiFei told me they got their plates and bowls from Heath Ceramics, which is based in L.A. I don't know anything about ceramics, but I liked what I saw on the website and picked out a serving platter and large serving bowl in opaque white, as well as a London Plane cutting board. I placed the order online and noticed that the store was near my house, and that pick-up would save us shipping and let me see some nice ceramics in person. I got an email notification once the order arrived, and was given a two-week pick-up window. I was pleased to find the shop right next door to Urban Pet, even sharing a free parking lot (I picked up 50 pounds of dog food while I was there). The place was extremely attractive, well stocked with beautiful ceramics and other home goods. My order was ready to go, but I spent some time browsing the displays before one of the very nice staff members carried the box to my car. Matt B. and I have been considering buying new dishware, and there's a decent chance we'll copy Bret and FeiFei and get in on some Heath Ceramics.

Last Friday, I had come in here with my family. Upon entering I was blown away how cute & amazing…read morethis store was, right away I could smell All the difference smells of the candles. This candles store is super clean , highly organized & with attention to details! It's very warm, very friendly here. Their price points are great! Isn't too expensive and it's just right ! There are so many varieties here, you literally have to pick them up to smell them . The not just candles here they also have : soy candles, reed diffusers, room & linen sprays, incense sticks, air fresheners, air fresheners too! Their scent they are: Wild Herb tonic, Ojai Lavender, Sandalwood Rose, Piñon, Los Angeles, Golden Coast, Arroyo Oak, Amber & Moss, Saltwater Jasmine, Teakwood & Tobacco , Tuberose, musk, Milky Santal, Smoked Cherry, Plush Vetiver, Blonde Hinoki. Summer Scents : Watermelon Chili, Cut grass special, and Sweet grapefruit, They even have this cute couch and just relax and smell all the candles so nice on top of 80's tvs love it ! Friday Marie was working, she said if we had any questions and my sister in law sure did! She asked if there were any sweet grapefruit reed diffusers? Those are her absolutely favorite! Sadly we heard they don't make them anymore . My sister law was heartbroken she was so excited to go there to find it here, she really needs them for her classroom & Yes she is a teacher.. I would love it if they could make it again to help all those teachers that have deal with a lot smells, P.E, ect.. even though we couldn't find what we were looking for I still thought is a great candle store! Marie was so sweet, kind, caring , very knowledgeable, super down to earth, very genuine! Marie has the very positive upbeat energy that really radiates! She is your Rarest of all Diamond! Please treasure her greatly! I would love to Thank Marie for fantastic & memorable visit! I would like to thank P.F Candle Co. for a wonderful visit! I'll definitely be back again! I'll tell all my family and friends to come here! Please be kind and Courteous to these hard workers!

The staff is very kind, knowledgeable and helpful! They explained so much and my entire experience…read morein that beautifully curated shop was wonderful!

Great shop for all your home needs. I've been using the lavender mist and lotion from here for…read moreyears! I greatly appreciate the service from Lea. Recommend anyone in the area looking for beautifully crafted scents and home products to come here!

I absolutely love shopping at this store for a treat to myself and gifts for friends and family. My…read morego-to's to buy from here are the candles and body products. I am such a big fan of the beautiful candles sold at this store. They're very high quality and immediately make my house smell amazing and feel cozy. If you're not a candle person, the diffusers from this store are another great alternative. I have these in my bathroom and they do a great job of making the area smell so nice. The specialty body products at this store are also wonderful and I love the lavender bath salts to help with my muscle aches and relaxation routine. I've gifted so many of the body creams and lotion sets to my friends and family who all then ask me where I purchased the gifts! I then recommend they shop at Aroma Scent and go there too. During these tough times, I really love supporting small, local businesses. This one is such a hidden gem and the service is incredible. I feel so welcomed and attended to in the store, and I love going back to the store. I'm so glad it opened again after a brief break due to COVID. Come here and you won't be disappointed. I also just bought a new diffuser and enjoying this new addition to my work from home office.