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L.A. Store Openings: Margiela, Diabless, Reiss and more

Los Angeles is home to many fabulous boutiques but it still has room for many more, including European labels and stores that have yet to make their presence in the West Coast. We were excited about A.P.C.! Here are more store openings in L.A.:

Recently Opened:

• Avedon, home to the Belvest suit, has relocated to Robertson Avenue in a modern space. Also find exclusives like south of France’s Europann line. 322 S. Robertson Blvd., 310.888.1899
• Colette Jewelry offers handmade jewelry inspired by Parisian Impression and Hispanic art and debuts a children’s collection in their first Stateside shop. 8457 Melrose Place, 323.951.9148
• French boutique Diabless, known for its chic little dresses, opened next to Marc by Marc on Melrose back in April. 8406 Melrose Ave., 323.621.4300
• Louis Feraud founded his fashion house in Cannes in 1950 and his designs quickly epitomized La Dolce Vita. The Beverly Hills store is filled with vibrant floral print dresses and metallic knits. 9534 Brighton Way, Beverly Hills 310.858.0129
• St. Tropez jewelry boutique, Gas Bijoux, offers whimsical gold and enamel gypsy style jewelry and a small ready-to-wear collection that conjures carefree romps on the South of France. 8012 Melrose Ave, 323.651.9844
• Lambertson Truex recently opened their first flagship store (their NYC store won’t open til September). Custom orders for exotic skins will be taken in the L.A. boutique. 8459 Melrose Place, 323.951.9622
• Mimi & Hy features treats like Missoni heels, LnA tees, Scanty PJs, Malin + Goetz skincare and sweets from Dylan’s Candy Bar. 12019 Ventura Blvd., Studio City 818.761.2202
• Shop at Publik Park in a playground setting (think synthetic grass, tree and flower lamps) for labels known for their youthful flair: Madison Marcus, Harajuku Lovers, Jenny Han, Junk Food, Buddhist Punk, Religion, Beach Bunny, Taylor & Hyde, Alara and Converse by John Varvatos. 114 S. La Brea Ave., 323.936.5331
• U.K. fast fashion chain Reiss brings an aspirational look at affordable prices and arrives in L.A. just in time to offer a distinct style and quality beyond most cheap chic brands. 145 N. Robertson Blvd, 310.276.0150

Opening Soon:

• Maison Martin Margiela has a tentative opening date of mid-August at Little Santa Monica Boulevard in Beverly Hills. WWD reports that Margiela will split a 4,500-square-foot retail space with 11-year-old designer specialty store Mameg with a short hallway connecting the two boutiques. Mameg carries fashion-forward labels including Balenciaga, Hussein Chalayan and Véronique Leroy. The location will be the second in the U.S. for Maison Martin Margiela, which opened its first U.S. store in lower Manhattan in December 2005.

Rumor has it that Nina Ricci, Alexander McQueen and Parisian tres chic boutique Colette are opening on Melrose Place in the next few months while Balenciaga has set its sights on Melrose near Urth Caffe. Ports 1961 is eyeing for space in L.A. We have yet to hear when Uniqlo will be making its appearance in L.A. Perhaps next year?

Sources: L.A. Times, WWD, GenLux