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Best Unique Boutiques & Stores In Orange County

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Stores seemingly have gotten bigger and bigger; a lot of stores now seem like one-stop shops for anything you might ever need (and lots of things you don't). However, if you like a more personal and focused experience, a boutique is a good way to go. You won't have to fight for the attention of an employee, and you'll find the one thing you're truly seeking. From music to wine, these Orange County boutiques provide a great shopping experience, as well as great products.

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Beatnik Bandito Music Emporium
417 N Broadway
Santa Ana, CA 92701
(714) 835-3313
www.beatnikbandito.com

If you had to describe this place with just one word, "cool" would be a pretty good choice. The first thing you'll notice is the music gear on the walls. Here, you'll find cool instruments (like a cigar-box bass for example) and amps. You'll also find records, CDs and books. This is also home to some vintage clothing and live music, including Americana Mondays. If you're a music fan, it's a must that you visit and get to know this place. 

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Atelier 7918
7918 E Coast Highway
Newport Beach, CA 92657
(949) 715-0889
www.atelier7918.com

Perhaps no place in Orange County is as fashion-conscious as Newport Beach. Therefore, Newport Beach is the perfect location for this store. At this fashion boutique, you'll find pieces from both established and upcoming designers. While you'll find plenty of clothing, you'll also find the perfect accessories to go with the clothing you buy here. Atelier 7918 succeeds in making high fashion accessible right here in Orange County.

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LCA Wine
3315 Hyland Ave., Suite H
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(657) 232-0920
lcawine.com

You don't have to go very far to find great wines in southern California. After all, it doesn't take that long to get to Temecula. However, you don't even have to drive to Temecula to find great wines. This branch of the Laguna Culinary Academy focuses only on wine and offers wine tasting daily from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. You can also take classes about wine here, whether you are just an avid consumer or a professional ultimately seeking some certification. A drive to Costa Mesa for great wine and knowledge is a pretty good deal.

Related: Best Wine Tasting In OC

Gary Schwind is a freelance writer covering all things Orange County. His work can be found on Examiner.com

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