Melrose Place

Hi my name is Stevie. (Hi Stevie.) And I have a spending problem. (Awwww.)

Whew. Glad that's off my chest.

Now as I go through my 12 Steps, I must admit to you the sources of my problem. The newest being the Melrose Flea Market.

Today, I met up with Syracuse friends, Angela (a fellow Los Angelino) and Melissa (visiting!!!!!!), off of Fairfax and Melrose for my first time at the Flea Market. While I tried to curb my addiction, the tents teeming with vintage jewelry, clothing, and odds and ends beckoned to me. Alas, I was doomed.

This not-so-secret Trading Post takes place every Sunday (rain or shine!), and harbors an abundance of unique trinkets that are truly one-of-a-kind. Sellers set up shop weekly in Fairfax High School's parking lot; while some are seasonal, according to Angela the merch is generally the same. And take it from me, this is not your typical treasure hunt: from old $2 records, to gorgeous medallions ranging from $2-$20, to outrageous cocktail rings less then $10, to vintage designer clothing at bargain prices, you will not go home empty handed. I bagged a long necklace I created myself with charms from one vendor featuring a St. Christopher medallion, a tiny state of California charm, and a dinosaur pendant. I also nabbed a mint-condition Member's Only jacket I haggled down for $15.

The Melrose Flea Market caters to everyone from Hollywood clientele (our celeb sightings today included Matthew McConaughey and Shenae Grimes) to the hipsters of BevHills. It also catered to me, a shopaholic, without breaking the bank. The Melrose Flea Market proves yet again that LA is overflowing with adventure, right off the 405 freeway.


Melrose Flea Market
Fairfax High School every Sunday
7850 Melrose Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90036

Images from materialconcern.com and shenaegrimesweb.com