Super-groovy, well-designed space in an André Balazs boutique hotel? Check. Practical yet stylish necessities, such as Quicksilver swimsuits and sunglasses, perfect for hitting the sizzling rooftop pool? Check. Locally designed and art-conscious gifts? Check, and check. The Shop at the Standard, Downtown L.A., which shares space with Rudy’s Barbershop, has all the right ingredients to kick the typical hotel gift shop up a notch. With a quirky and thoughtful selection ranging from Happy Socks to Lomography cameras and Standard mix CDs, the Shop puts a stylish twist on forgotten essentials and L.A. mementos, making it a shopping destination for hotel guests and savvy locals alike. 550 S. Flower St., downtown, 213.892.8080. standardhotels.myshopify.com
