Costume to Couture: Chic L.A. Jewelry Stores

1211 Montana Ave Ste 205, Santa Monica, CA 90403 (map)

The well-edited collection at this elegant Montana gem--named for the owner's grandmother--showcases the best in independent high-end jewelry.

1605 Abbot Kinney Blvd, Venice, CA 90291 (map)

Abbot Kinney's passage to Indian jewelry nirvana: An affordable, delicate and easy-to-wear collection of semi-precious jewelry that begs to be worn in groupings.

1530 Montana Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90403 (map)

A rich mix of high-end, funky and traditional jewelry and accessories awaits at this Montana Avenue boutique.

7465 Beverly Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90036 (map)

Celebs and mere mortals alike flock to this adorable shop for one-of-a-kind, girlie jewelry.

238 N Larchmont Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90004 (map)

It's crystal clear: Sonya's Larchmont boutique is one of this beloved Hollywood strip's crown jewels.

8332 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90069 (map)

Under the fluttering white ribbon ceiling rests a glittering selection of brightly colored gems in refined modern settings.

8405 Melrose Pl, West Hollywood, CA 90069 (map)

West Hollywood's tranquil setting for upscale, handcrafted jewelry that won't mess with your chi.

131 N La Cienega Blvd Ste 650, Los Angeles, CA 90048 (map)

This one-of-a-kind jewelry boutique keeps style mavens and starlets coming back for its beautiful baubles.

3218 1/2 Glendale Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90039 (map)

May the force be with you: Echo Park Avenue's inventive jeweler purveys bling so universally cool, everyone from Brad Pitt to Snoop to Hillary Duff feels the pull.

1111 N Crescent Heights Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90046 (map)

Katherine Azarmi Rose, part of the creative force behind Sunset's famed former jeweler Kaviar & Kind, opens up shop with 5,000 square feet devoted to exquisite baubles from Jennifer Meyer, C Greene, Poom and more on Crescent Heights.

202 N Rodeo Dr, Beverly Hills, CA 90210 (map)

London's storied jeweler's designs adorn everyone from the Queen to Angelina Jolie, and the elegant Beverly Hills shop is the perfect backdrop for imagining a regal past or plotting a sparkly future.

9440 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 301, Beverly Hills, CA 90210 (map)

This 90210 pawn brokerage/loan office purveys drool-worthy jewels, decadent trinkets and collectible artwork--as well collateral loans--in an upscale atmosphere.