Sumi's

Sumi's is an absolutely charming gift store located on Vemont, just a few stores down from the Figaro Bistrot.

The owner, Sumi, keeps a large, but very well curated shop. You will find a wide range of gifts, at very reasonable prices. Some of these items include small ceramic pieces such as vases and small dishes suitable for stashing jewelry or other trinkets, crocheted animals and artistically designed maps of cities. I have also enjoyed the handmade soaps and other lovely, fragrant body products.

I have often admired the jewelry on display, made by artisans running small businesses. There are a number of very interesting pieces: a gold/silver duo-tone necklace recently caught my eye and there are a number of pieces using labradorite and other less "mainstream" stones.

As someone who write people frequently via snail mail, I have come to rely on Sumi's as one of my primary supplier of cards. Regardless of when I shop, I always find something that either a) cracks me up or b) is perfect for a message to a particular friend of family member.

You will also find cute stuffed animals, scarves, posters, naughty cross-stitch patterns and more. Sumi's has a gift for just about anyone.

Sumi and the other staff members have been universally friendly and willing to chat about various pieces they carry in the store. If you are shopping for presents, I would highly recommend a visit.

Great store for unique cards, gifts, and jewelry. Everyone who works there is friendly and helpful, and they love their canine customers too. Wonderful place to shop local.

This store is filled with beautiful, eclectic gift ideas for your loved ones and your self. The jewelry is made by local artists and is quite stunning to behold and to wear. I didn't even know I wanted any jewelry until I saw the pieces in here. A friend of mine treats herself to a handbag here once a year. The staff is friendly and helpful. I don't shop here as often as I'd like because I'm trying to save money. But if I ever won the lottery...I'd probably be in here early and often.

I have loved this place for years - since they were on the sunset Blvd location. In 2007, I bought a necklace from this shop every month to celebrate each month I went without smoking cigarettes. I never had a problem with any of those necklaces...So 11 years later - when my boyfriend bought me a necklace for Valentine's Day from Sumi - I was excited to support that same shop. But the clasp broke - not once but twice - when I had it repaired the second time - the person working in shop shamed me for being rough with the necklace. I have curly hair so I will admit that my hair alone can be hard on a necklace but I haven't had this problem with necklaces from this shop before...so sorry ignorant sumi employee. It was a poorly made product. Stop shaming your customers as without the customer there is no sumi.

I'm not a local so I didn't know about this gem of a place. It was recommended to me by an employee from Wacko when I was looking for a unique child's gift. It was a great recommendation as there's a sweet child's clothing store next door. This place reminds me of one of my fave stores in San Diego, Simply Local. The owner was sweet, and offered great help and gift ideas. She had everything from jewelry, to nicely scented things, to unique and local gifts. The greeting cards she sells are hilarious! Not 5 stars only because it's slightly higher than my budget; not a place to find a deal, a place to find something nice. Love it!

A beautiful gift shop with fantastically unique pieces for your every need. I dropped in here after brunch and had a lovely time looking around the store and admiring all their items. Their jewelry is made my local artists and there is a great combination of both elegant and casual pieces. I initially walked in with little to no intention of purchasing anything, but I walked out with an awesome gift for my sister who is going off to college next month. The ladies working that day were helpful and friendly, and didn't seem to mind that we spent so much time touching everything and ooh'ing and aah'ing. Although the store appears quite "girly", boyfriend even found a gift for his boss here! He was happy with his purchase as well.

I will keep this store in mind the next time I have a gift to shop for!

I love this store. It's become so well curated over the past few years and I'm confident that whenever I walk in, I will find the perfect gift and card for the occasion. The staff is also kind and helpful but not overbearing. Whenever I pop in, Cat is always there to be a cheerful ambassador and offer suggestions. This store is a gem!

These guys are a gem in the community of stores in Los Feliz. Very nice staff. I LOVE that they keep hours that more realistic for working people to actually visit them. Even on the weekend they are open before and after similar stores.

Great artisan jewelry section at a range of prices. I've been buying pieces here for the past couple of years for the women in my life.

Great greeting card selection and decorative items, as well!

Sumi's is my go to place for unique gifts. The jewelry is gorgeous and there's a wide range to work with your budget, I never leave empty handed. The owner is so sweet and very helpful. She even gift wraps your items (if you'd like) with the most dainty and elegant packaging.

I adore this well curated gift shop in Los Feliz. Every time I need a gift or a card or something to brighten up the house, I end up here and almost never leave empty handed. Soy candles, quirky handmade greeting cards, and adorable trinkets for the hipster baby in your life can all be found here. The inventory is always fresh, but I can always count on their teeny tiny ceramic vases, perfect for holding a sprig of color.

The service is so friendly! I'm left to browse, but if I need help with anything, they're always so willing. I was just trying to find a birthday card for my mom today, something really simple, and they bent over backwards to help me choose the perfect one. We're talking less than a $5 sale here, and yet they still went above and beyond. When I bought a candle that was going in my luggage, they packed it up so it was ready for travel. They're really wonderful!

I love that my neighborhood has such a perfect, friendly gift shop. I'll be back!