Los Angeles is comprised of some of the most talented and creative individuals on the planet, and we, the residents, get to bear all the fruits of those labors because a good number of them have opened boutiques, shops, and stores – a lot of them right here in Woodland Hills. As any fashionista worth her red-soled Christian Louboutin heels already knows, there is an abundance of shopping to be done in L.A. Whether it’s vintage clothes, home goods, art, plants, handmade goods, food, accessories, or everything else in between, this city can keep a chic gal busy for as long as she cares to shop.

Are you in need of a little retail therapy in Woodland Hills and want to experience it on a purely local level? The following picks by our staff have been redefining the meaning of “shop till you drop.”

Kingfisher Road, located at 21771 Ventura Boulevard, was born out of a dream to create a unique boutique that offers gifts that truly speak to the heart. From the beginning, Kingfisher Road started carrying apparel based on what women want – great clothing sold in an environment where they can feel comfortable and look great. Today, this full-service boutique offers a plethora of items beyond the large selection of apparel, from jewelry that meets every price point and accessories – including purses, readers, scarves, and belts – to complete candle lines and even baby gifts. Kingfisher Road strives to create a warm and welcoming shopping environment for all who visit, and it’s about time you made the trip. Open Tuesday through Saturday from 11 am to 5 pm. 

Apricot Lane, located at 6256 Topanga Canyon Boulevard Suite 1210 at Westfield Topanga, remains the number one women’s fashion franchise, boasting locations all across America. Each Apricot boutique creates a unique adventure and shopping experience that captures the look and vibe of its local area, and the Westfield Topanga location is no exception, with all selections hand-picked by the owner. If you haven’t been inside an Apricot Lane, you’re in for an amazing discovery – you’ll be treated to today’s most sought-after styles and must-have pieces, with every item carefully curated with the local fashionista in mind. You can be sure that you won’t see any other woman in town wearing the same dress as you when you find it at Apricot Lane. Open Monday through Thursday from 11 am to 7 pm, Friday and Saturday from 10 am to 8 pm, and Sunday from 11 am to 7 pm.

Raw Moda Apparel, located at 372 West Hillcrest Drive in Thousand Oaks at the Oak Mall, was established in 2015 as a European-style boutique lorded over by individuals with extensive experience in the fashion industry to provide customers with the latest styles at the lowest prices. The ultimate goal at Raw Moda isn’t just to sell clothes but to sell beauty, class, elegance, and good feelings to women around the world, the owners standing behind everything they offer. Stop in for a great shopping day and select from tops, dresses, bottoms, accessories, and more. Open Monday through Saturday from 10 am to 9 pm and Sunday from 11 am to 7 pm. 

Wood N Hanger, located at 22536 Ventura Boulevard in Los Angeles, was established in 2014 and is the brainchild of a mother-daughter team who decided to cater to a wide range of women – in doing so, they now offer something for almost everyone to enjoy, taking the time to personally assist each customer in finding that perfect item. Indeed, the ultimate goal here is for each customer to leave feeling better than when she first walked in, and we think they achieved that. Wood N Hanger carries fantastic clothing, jewelry, candles, accessories, and much more while making every shopper feel right at home. Open Tuesday through Saturday from 12 pm to 5 pm; closed Sunday and Monday.

Soto, located in Woodland Hills at 20929 Ventura Boulevard #36, is part of a family of boutiques in California carrying on-trend fashion and fabulous accessories for the body and home. Founded by “Valley Girls” Jodi Perlman and Pamela Frank, Soto strives to empower customers and bring their inner beauty to life; these two in-the-know ladies are incredibly and passionately connected to the “what’s hot” scene in L.A. Through this boutique, they dreamed of creating a place where the latest trends and coziest staples could be sold at accessible price points amidst a warm and inviting atmosphere, and both Jodi and Pam continue to support women of all ages in finding the perfect look to make them feel comfortable, powerful and beautiful. Open Monday through Saturday from 10 am to 6 pm and Sunday from 12 pm to 5 pm.

Suffice it to say, in-person shopping is back in a big way in these post-COVID times, and Los Angeles is definitely leading the pack. Woodland Hills, in particular, has a store for every shopper, and after everything we’ve all been through the past few years, we’re all due for some much-needed retail therapy.