Bursting with big-city charm, Pasadena oozes character. Beautiful architecture. Historical buildings. Fine museums. And excellent shopping. Yes, Pasadena-ites need not travel far to satisfy their shopping addictions. This little-big city offers shoppers the luxury of a metropolis, the charm of a small-town, and the diversity of an international city. Pasadena has it going on.
Step into the land of the whimsical: Gold Bug Pasadena, located on the south side of Green Street near One Colorado, offers unique jewelry, accessories, and home decor you seriously can’t find anywhere. Except maybe a taxidermy’s office. Or an entomologist’s den. Because the pieces featured here include stuffed creatures (like a taxidermy deer wearing […]
When you hear Whole Foods you think food, right? Well, how about we change that. How about we get you thinking about clothing, skin care, and makeup. Because at Pasadena’s Whole Foods on Arroyo, you can shop for items that health-up both your insides and your outsides. That’s right, our neighborhood grocery store has an […]
Cold weather may be hitting the rest of the country, making it hard to imagine warmer days ahead — but here in sunny Pasadena, we’re experiencing spring days right now. So why not start our spring wardrobe shopping, shall we? According to Vogue, “This season, there is fashion for every personality.” Whew. That’s refreshing. Longer […]
Shoppers, don’t panic. Anthropologie has not closed its doors in Pasadena forever! From the 4th to the 17th, the ethereal chic mecca is simply moving from South Lake Avenue to Old Town Pasadena. (Insert sighs of relief…now.) The space will span much of the block of Fair Oaks, north of Colorado and directly above J.Crew. […]
If you’re anything like me, you get a little depressed when the holiday season is over. It seems to end so suddenly; one day you’re waltzing down Colorado Blvd. to the sights of twinkle lights and garlands, and the next, it’s back to bland. As if nothing celebratory ever happened. The one thing that makes […]
Want to feel good about your last minute holiday shopping this year? Then shop Fresh Produce, a women’s and children’s clothing store (yep, clothing, not groceries) right in Old Town Pasadena. Because not only will the gals and kids in your life adore any item from this boutique, but because 90% of Fresh Produce fabrics […]
Gals — if you haven’t heard, The Loved One (TLO) on Holly Street will stay open late this Friday the 13th as part of its last “Gal Friday” of the year. (Since May, Shops on Holly have stayed open from 6pm – 9pm specifically for gals and their pals, offering promotions on items, music, and […]
Sometimes we can fall into a shopping rut, no? We visit the same stores countless times in the same month, hoping we’ll be surprised by fresh merchandise. And yet, all we find are the same items. The same styles. The same ol’ stuff. The fix? Altering your shopping routine. I’m telling you, slipping into a […]
I’ll keep this short and sweet, readers. Shopping! This weekend! Get ready! Eager to shop immediately after the plates are soaking in the sink this Thursday? Then Macy’s and Target have you covered. Macy’s on Lake Avenue • Turkey Day: 8pm – 12am • Black Friday: 12am – 10pm • Preview: Discounts galore. Discounted handbags […]
We are approaching the holiday gift-giving season, and for the men out there who flock towards the unique, that limited-edition piece, or a pop of fun, you’ll want to take note. I’ve collected a list of brands exclusive for stores found in Old Town Pasadena. Each line is well constructed and a definite conversation starter–perfect […]