Three-block-long Melrose Place has become the magnetic force field for the city's fashion set. Meanwhile, neighboring Melrose Avenue and La Cienega Boulevard are experiencing a renaissance of their own.
Shoppers can now find Balenciaga, Lanvin, Miu Miu, Jil Sander and vintage Chanel in new boutiques around the city.
A New York salon ups the ante for high-fashion merchandise.
A 46,000-square-foot retail space opens on Fifth Avenue.
A young interior designer sets up shop, to great success.
Carrots' appeal lies in perfect outfits (and free carrot cupcakes).
Diamonds may be forever, but fashion (and furniture) are Antwerp's present and future.
Tiffany & Co. and Hermès go bullish on Wall Street.
Rodeo Drive flagship store evokes Coco Chanel's home.