Soolip Paperie

I wish I could live at Soolip. Their well edited selection of handmade papers is sophisticated, not crafty like other stores. I love the hidden drawers full of pressed flowers and wax seals. Then, go to the bungalow behind the paper store for more gifts- yummy candles, and fun things for your house.

Yes it is a beautiful store, but the selection is limiting. I have been in twice and the customer service is horrible. I guess you have to have star power to get good service. I wanted buy a sheet of paper to wrap a gift myself and I was treated like a lowlife because I did not have them wrap it. I ended up going to wrap store on La Cienega and had a much better experience and selection.

PROS:
CONS: limited selection and bad attitude

This local place doesn't just carry stationary, they also carry a pretty large selection of paper - including wrapping paper. Also, they have a second store (out back, you have to ask how to walk through the courtyard to get to it) with unique gifts. Prices are high, so stick with Hallmark for the every day stuff but go to Soolip for special occassion stuff.

PROS:
CONS: Street parking is limited