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LOS ANGELES One day itinerary: Artisan In , the artisan industry is given a Hollywood-style dose of glitz and glamour. Major brands offer exclusive bespoke services, traditional workshops name A-list stars among their clientele, and even the local farmers market offers a unique twist. Visit some of the best artisans in Los Angeles with this one-day itinerary.

Start the day with a five-minute drive from The Beverly Hills Hotel.

BRIONI T: 0310-271-1300 | 459 North Rodeo Drive, Beverly Hills, CA 90210 Brioni brings Italian sartorial tailoring to Los Angeles. Choose the bespoke service for a personalised fit, customised design and unrivalled quality. Customers can select all elements of their ideal suit, from the fabric and cut, to the lapel shape, buttons and lining. An intricate process then follows that takes over 22 hours and 6,000 stitches to complete. Then, take a five-minute walk to & Other Stories.

& OTHER STORIES T: 0424-359-3218 | 370 North Beverly Drive, Beverly Hills, CA 90210 Trendy boutique & Other Stories is one of the few places in LA where clothing is designed in- house. It specialises in stylish ready-to-wear clothing, shoes, bags and jewellery, often made in collaboration with emerging designers. When browsing, take note of the labels, which will state Paris, Stockholm or Los Angeles Atelier, to see where each item was designed. Drive for 15 minutes to reach The Original Farmers Market.

THE ORIGINAL FARMERS MARKET T: 0323-933-9211 | 6333 West 3rd Street, Los Angeles, CA 90036 Founded in 1934, The Original Farmers Market brings a taste of tradition to the modern Grove shopping complex. Every day of the week, grocers join restaurateurs to offer everything from fresh meat, fish and baked goods to coffee, oysters and pizza. Don’t miss Michelina Artisan Boulanger, for delicious homemade pastries and breads. Next, take a five-minute drive to Willie’s.

The Dorchester, London | 45 Park Lane, London | Coworth Park, Ascot | Le Meurice, Paris | Hôtel Plaza Athénée, Paris Hotel Principe di Savoia, Milan | Hotel Eden, Rome | The Beverly Hills Hotel, Beverly Hills | Hotel Bel-Air, Los Angeles | Dubai (opening 2020) WILLIE’S SHOE SERVICE T: 0323-463-5011 | 1174 South , Los Angeles, CA 90019 Willie’s Shoe Service has been making shoes fit for Hollywood stars since 1956. One of the finest bespoke shoemakers in the city, the cobblers at Willie’s use time-honoured techniques to craft footwear that’s not only of excellent quality, but fits the customer perfectly. Star clients throughout history include Frank Sinatra, Steve McQueen and Fred Astaire. The final stop of the day is a 20-minute drive from Willie’s.

FOLD GALLERY T: 0213-221-4585 | 453 South Spring Street, M7, Los Angeles, CA 90013 Tucked away in FOLD Gallery is one of LA’s best-kept artisanal shopping secrets: the “Handmade in LA” corner. Located within the concept store is an entire section dedicated solely to local artisans and craftspeople. From handmade leather accessories and handbags to soaps and candles, there’s so much to discover in this intriguing space. To return to your starting point, it’s a 25-minute drive to both Hotel Bel-Air and The Beverly Hills Hotel.

All journey times are approximate and subject to variation.

The Dorchester, London | 45 Park Lane, London | Coworth Park, Ascot | Le Meurice, Paris | Hôtel Plaza Athénée, Paris Hotel Principe di Savoia, Milan | Hotel Eden, Rome | The Beverly Hills Hotel, Beverly Hills | Hotel Bel-Air, Los Angeles | Dubai (opening 2020)