Small Business Saturday Los Angeles: Our Favorite Gift Shops ...

Small Business Saturday in Los Angeles means lots of boutiques for holiday gifts.

After you're done stampeding the big box stores for Black Friday, consider showing some love to LA's mom-and-pops on Small Business Saturday -- American Express' push for folks to "shop small" and support local businesses during the holiday season.

In support of Small Business Saturday (and your gift list), we're highlighting our favorite boutiques around town. These stores cover everyone from on-trend fashionistas to gourmands to globetrotters, so finish eating those leftovers and pound the pavement in search of the perfect present!

• For Trendy Friends

  Clare Vivier's minimalist leather clutches and totes are the essence of Los Angeles style. Pick up a clutch for your bestie and a matching one for yourself. <a href="http://www.clarevivier.com/stores.htm">Clare Vivier</a> 3339 Sunset Boulevard Los Angeles, California 90026 <strong>Hours</strong>: Monday - Saturday, 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.

• For Gourmands

  Stuff yourself with cheese, bread and olive oil samples before deciding on some gourmet goods for your most discerning foodie friends. <a href="http://store.cheesestoresl.com/">Silverlake Cheese Store</a> 3926 West Sunset Boulevard Los Angeles, CA 90029 <strong>Hours</strong>: Mon - Sat (10 a.m. - 6 p.m.), Sun (11 a.m. - 5 p.m.)

• For Globe Trotters

  For traveling essentials you didn't even know you needed (hello, <a href="http://www.flight001.com/all-products/spacepak.html">Spacepaks</a>!) Flight 001 is the perfect place to stock up for your friends-only trip next year. <a href="http://www.flight001.com/locations">Flight 001</a> 8321 W. 3rd Street Los Angeles, CA 90048 <strong>Hours</strong>: Mon ? Sat (11a.m. ? 6 p.m.), Sun (11 a.m. ? 5 p.m.)

• For The Host

  Parties will love you if you stop by at Short Cake beforehand. Little cakes (Chocolate Cardamom Cream is our pick!) are perfectly sized for dinner parties, and you'll never go wrong with a box of mini pies. <a href="http://www.shortcakela.com/">Short Cake</a> 6333 W. 3rd St. Stall #316 Los Angeles, CA 90036 <strong>Hours</strong>: Mon - Sat (8 a.m. - 9 p.m.), Sun (8 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.)

• For Style Mavens

  You don't have to be in the market for a major purchase when you come to the Jonathan Adler furniture store. Big spenders can choose from tufted velvet couches and head boards, but smaller budgets will love stylish and modern menorahs, animal sculptures and quirky match strikers. <a href="http://www.jonathanadler.com/locations.php">Jonathan Adler</a> 8125 Melrose Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90046 <strong>Hours</strong>: Mon ? Fri (10 a.m. ? 7 p.m.), Sat (10 a.m. ? 6 p.m.) and Sun (Noon - 5 p.m.)

• For Dapper Gents

  Ugh, gifts for guys. Amirite, folks? This old-fashioned gentlemen's store takes all guessing work out of it with luxe grooming products and stylish accessories on display. Angeleno die-hards will love the <a href="http://www.brightwell-shop.com/cartography">neighborhood cartography art</a> for sale, too. <a href="http://www.brightwell-shop.com/">Brightwell</a> 2876 Rowena Ave Los Angeles, CA 90039 <strong>Hours</strong>: Weds - Sun (11 a.m. - 6 p.m.)

• For The Whole Family

  Shower little ones with love in the form of feather headdresses, owl masks and tear-drop mobiles from Lost + Found. <a href="http://lostandfoundshop.com/wp/info/contact">Lost + Found</a> 6320 Yucca Street Los Angeles, CA 90028 <strong>Hours</strong>: Mon - Sat (10 a.m. ? 6 p.m.)

• For Bohemians

  Shop handmade, unique jewelry, textiles and ceramics at Baltic Crossroads. Perfect for all grown-up hippies. <a href="http://www.baltic-crossroads.com/">Baltic Crossroads</a> 3929 Fountain Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90029 <strong>Hours:</strong> Mon - Sun (11 a.m. - 7 p.m.)

• For Home Makers

  LA-based designer D.L. Rhein boasts accessories for home owners that pride themselves on unique wares. <a href="http://www.dlrhein.com/category/vintage-treasures/">D.L. Rhein</a> 3303 Motor Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90034 <strong>Hours:</strong> Mon - Fri (10 a.m. - 6 p.m.), Sat (11 a.m. - 6 p.m.)

• For Paper Plane Makers

  Make a <a href="http://www.urbanicdesigns.com/bridal.html">bridal appointment</a> for young lovers planning a wedding or make custom notecard sets for friends. Great for people who don't like using email for everything. <a href="http://www.urbanicdesigns.com/">Urbanic Paper </a> 1644 Abbot Kinney Blvd. Venice, CA 90291 <strong>Hours:</strong> Mon - Sat (10 a.m. - 7p.m.), Sun (10 a.m. - 6 p.m.)

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