Thrifty L.A

Los Angeles is a great place for all things shopping. Finding previously loved fashion is quit an easy stop to make here. 

The Rose Bowl Flea Market 

One of the best flea markets in Southern California hands down. You can find anything from clothing, furniture, to old vintage cameras. My favorite place to hunt for goodies. First come, first served, so come as early as 5 a.m. 

When: Second Sunday of each month 

Where: 1001 Rose Bowl Dr, Pasadena, CA 91103

$$$: VIP admission from 5:00am – 7:00am at $20.00 per person

Early bird admission from 7:00am – 8:00am at $15.00 per person

Express admission from 8:00am – 9:00am at $11.00 per person general admission starts at 9 am for $9.00 per person.

Artsist & Fleas 

Venice has always been known for its artsy crowd. Artist, designers, and vintage is what you will find here among other great finds. You will discover talented local designers, organic soy candles and more. Food trucks are big here, and are worth a bite or two in between booths. 

When: Every Saturday 11am-6pm 

Where: 1010 Abbot Kinney Blvd.  Venice, CA 

$$$: Free

Tip: Parking is hard to find. Walk, bike or park further out. 

Melrose Trading Post 

After Sunday brunch, Trading post it is! I like to come here with friends just to walk around. You never know what you can find. Last time I came home with a guitar mirror, succulents, and a pair of handmade sandals. Wonderful place to bargain. 

When: Every Sunday 9am-5pm 

Where: Fairfax High School 7850 Melrose Ave Los Angeles, CA 90036

$$$: $3

The Silverlake Flea 

This is every hipsters dreamland. Check out some Indie folk sell their latest gem pieces, vinyl, handmade trinkets and mucho more. Perfectly located near Sunset Junction, a great location to drop by some of the local surrounding shops and cafes. Warning: This is where the cool kids hang out.

When: Once a month every second Saturday 

Where: 1511 Micheltorena Los Angeles, CA 90026

$$$: Free