The Ultimate Guide to Unique Gift Shops in Woodland Hills

California, as a whole, is known for its overtly charming and unique ethnicity-based locales, shops and historic sites. Indeed, the shopping in California can be considered as diverse and culturally rich as the state itself; even beyond the allure of the bustling streets around Beverly Hills and the trend-conscious boutiques that line Rodeo Drive like a fashionista’s wildest fantasy come to life, the Golden State offers a cornucopia of quieter, more uniquely defined retail experiences not easily found on a “map to the stars.”

Woodland Hills, in particular, is replete with these kinds of intriguing shopping spots…the key is, like so many other “hidden gems” whether they be restaurants or entertainment venues, actually finding them amidst a sea of nooks and crannies harboring similar variants. The staff at Woodland Hills Magazine have scoured the local neighborhoods, recalling the most unique of these gift shop and specialty outlets to compile this guide specifically for our valued readership.

If it’s something truly different you’re shopping for, behold – the Ultimate Guide to Unique Gift Shops in Woodland Hills!

The Native Spirit Lodge, located at 22559 Ventura Boulevard (818-703-7046), has become a go-to source for authentic Native American crafts, crystals, feathers, semi-precious stones, beads, jewelry, new age items, sage, incense and much, much more. With each item boasting an intriguing story attached to them, the gifts offered by The Native Spirit Lodge pay homage to the spiritual sharing of the Native American people, recalling a bygone era of true patriotism, family, courage and honor. The shop is open Tuesday through Saturday from 11 am to 7 pm.

The Imagine Center, situated at 18635 Ventura Boulevard in Tarzana (818-345-1100), offers a one-of-a-kind experience in a “Portal of Love, Light and Wisdom.” Presenting itself as an “oasis for renewing the mind, body and spirt/soul,” The Imagine Center boasts personal services and products designed to support spiritual, mental, physical and emotional growth and well-being including intuitive energy healing, deep clearing, “guiding light” reading/coaching, restorative crystal healing and soothing private meditation. A full line of crystals, pendulums, jewelry, books, figures, cards, music, candles, incense and much more awaits at The Imagine Center, which is open from Tuesday through Friday, 10 am to 7 pm and Saturday and Sunday from 11 am to 5 pm.

Passion’s Women’s Clothing, located at 4913 Topanga Canyon Boulevard (818-347-0029), is a charming little shop close to legendary Ventura Boulevard.  Step inside the incense-and-wood-scented store and be greeted by dangling dragonflies, peace signs and rusty chandeliers suspended from the ceiling above, totally complementing the offerings of beautiful turquoise jewelry, indulgent apparel and unique items unlike anywhere else in L.A. Passion’s is open Tuesday through Saturday from 11 am to 6 pm.

Nestled at 4922 Topanga Canyon Boulevard, Kingfisher Road (818-887-1687) represents a quaint neighborhood apparel, jewelry and gift emporium in the uber-trendy Toho district of Woodland Hills. From gorgeous apparel to unique jewelry and accessories, the selections here run the proverbial gamut, encompassing brands such as Chalet, Cutloose, Comfy, Johnny Was, Henry and Belle Denim, Subtle Luxury Cashmere, Good hYOUman, Spiritual Gangster and more. The full-service boutique has become renowned for its sense of style, special touches and attention to the finest details, and is open Monday through Saturday from 10 am to 6 pm and on Sundays from 11 am to 5 pm.

For the majority of unique gift shops in Woodland Hills such as these, no request is too big or too small. Striving to create a warm and welcoming shopping environment radically different from the “big box” chain stores is what they’re all about, offering something for everyone…whether that’s the perfect dress to turn every red-blooded male’s head during a night on the town or the ideal hostess gift. Indeed, these boutiques have come to redefine “out of the box” for the discriminating Woodland Hills shopper.