Il Primo Passo

(310) 828-4149

1624 Montana Ave
Santa Monica, CA 90403 34.0339 -118.4929

Neighborhoods: Wilshire Montana, West LA

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Last updated 3.31.09

Il Primo Passo

What People Are Saying About Il Primo Passo

The Editor

Sarah Hanft

Citysearch

In Short
"Il Primo Passo" translates to "The First Step," and indeed, this luxury shoe and accessories boutique is the perfect place to acknowledge (and feed) an addiction to footwear. The shop's comfy-chic atmosphere and complimentary coffee and wine render fashionistas powerless over exquisite styles from Pucci, Christian Lacroix, Valentina Carrano, and Giuseppe Zanotti. The stunning selection of designer handbags and jewelry allows for further indulgences for true shopaholics.

Hits: The collection is incredibly well-curated, and the small store's sleek layout is appealing.

Misses:
Inventory is pricey, and parking on Montana is a challenge.

LDLBrentwood

December 02, 2008

Great selection of high end shoes that you can't find everywhere. I found a cute pair of Pucci heels for work and also great ones for going out. I liked the more intimate setting - more personal attention than a department store. Definitely will be going back.

jenlapp

December 02, 2008

I love this store. It is low pressure, but filled with beautiful shoes at prices that beat the competition. Many labels can't even be found anywhere else (as best I know) in LA. The staff is knowledgeable, but not pushy, and very friendly.

karmanmiranda

December 02, 2008

It's difficult to find great shoes in LA that aren't Choos, Louboutins or Manolos and thus on everyone else's feet. That's why this is such a great shop. The interior is beautiful and uncluttered, and the merchandise is great for women with individual style. Many of the designers (hello insanely gorgeous Rickard Shah icon shoes!) can't be found anywhere else (without a transatlantic flight), and there's also a really well-edited selection of tried-and-true labels like Giuseppe Zanotti and Marc Jacobs. Love this place and haven't crossed the 405 for shoes since it opened!

The Details on Il Primo Passo

Know Before You Go:

Found an enticing pair of pumps on the website, but can't make it into the store? Call and Il Primo Passo will ship them to you, keeping that obsessive shoe fixation alive and well.

The Extras:

The boutique is entirely eco-friendly. Sustainable maple floors, formaldehyde-free wood fixtures, and the use of nontoxic paint prove shoe shopping can be good for the mind, the body, and the environment.

Category:

Shoes

Payment Methods:

American Express, Discover, Visa, MasterCard

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