…Talking Shop is a new addition to the blog featuring mini interviews with boutique owners, buyers, designers, bloggers, friends – all people who are tastemakers and will share the inside scoop on where they like to shop!
Kathryn Lebowitz is co-founder and one half of the amazing fashion and beauty blog, The Blonde & The Brunette! An LA native, Kathryn keeps us up to date on all the latest trends whether it’s a must have for our closet or our makeup bag. (Step by step beauty how to’s included!) In addition to her blog, Kathryn has a passion for art and is the co-founder of WLM advisers, specializing in art consultation. With her knowedge of fashion, beauty, and art, (talk about a trifecta!) we caught up with Kathryn to get the inside scoop on where she’s shopping…
Tell us your favorite boutique in Los Angeles…
kathryn: I love Elaine Kim on Third Street in West Hollywood. Elaine is almost always there with her tailor working in the back of the boutique. She has amazing pieces that remind me of a cross between Helmet Lang and The Row. She will make custom pieces in any color and she will bring out fabric and her tailor right on the spot!
Outside of Los Angeles, what is your favorite city to shop and your go to boutique?
kathryn: Printemps in Paris is a must to get that one stop shop experience. I love the fashion in Paris; who doesn’t! To be in the home of such brilliant fashion designers is an inspiring experience.
For online shopping, what sites do you frequent?
kathryn: Shopbop.com is also an amazing one-stop shop! They carry high-end designers and the basics. They deliver orders quickly and make returning free and easy!
After a long day of shopping, where do you like to grab a bite?
kathryn: I prefer to eat vegetarian with a little bit of fish in my diet, so I like healthy restaurants the best. A Votre Sante in Brentwood is my favorite place for lunch because their egg dishes and salads are so healthy with no oil or butter. For dinner, I love Soho House for the lighter menu items and the best ambiance. I crave the Kale salad and Quinoa salad with a glass of Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc at least once a week. And sitting on the patio and enjoying the view of LA never gets old!
Being the co-founder of Waldorf+Lebowitz+Minor advisors, we know you have the in when it comes to art! Tell us your favorite gallery in LA…
kathryn: M+B on Melrose to see cutting edge photography such as Alex Prager’s work and Gagosian in Beverly Hills to see my dream pieces.
Be sure to follow Kathryn on her blog, The Blonde & The Brunette, for your quick daily dose of style and beauty!