Dispatch From LA: Nasty Gal's Secret Vintage Sources

All week long, Geri Hirsch (of fashion blog Because I'm Addicted) is blogging about L.A.'s fashion, shopping, and beauty scenes. Check back tomorrow for more of her tips.

Sophia Amoruso of Nasty Gal Vintage

Finding great vintage pieces can be a frustrating and time-consuming task,even for the most talented stylists and addicted shopaholics. A perfectlyfitted sequined blazer, a Dior gown, or even worn-in cut-offLevi's are much easier to come by if you know where to look. Thanks to Rachel Zoe, Decades and Decades Two are world renowned, and mostAngelinos are aware of the gems found at the Fairfax Trading Post. But, whatabout the rest of LA's vintage secrets? To find the answer, I've teamed up with secondhand guru Sophia Amoruso, founder of my favorite onlinevintage boutique ShopNastyGal.com, to bringyou her top 5 vintage haunts.

Sophia, who is based in Berkeley, CA, takes monthly trips to LA, searching high and low for one-of-a-kind finds to sell on her site, which regularly caters to a roster of trendsetting celebrity customers such as Harley Viera Newton. Trust me when I tell you that Sophia does not reveal her vintage-digging secrets easily, so take notes!

1. CERRE

1647 North Las Palmas Avenue

Los Angeles, CA 90028

"Cerre has one of the most tightly curated selections of vintage I've ever seen. They specialize in their own line of handmade suede bags and jewelry, but the vintage is what I swoon over. The entire space is made of reclaimed wood and metal, and has a very organic atmosphere."

2. The Rose Bowl

1001 Rose Bowl Dr

Pasadena, CA 91103-2813

"Not a secret, but a great source for vintage in general. Tons of wholesalers and small boutiques set up shop every second Sunday of the month with every type of vintage imaginable. A great spot for people watching too!"

3. Lemon Frog Shop

1202-B N Alvarado St

Los Angeles, CA 90026

(213) 413-2143

"Probably the closest in selection to my boutique, Lemon Frog Shop is a newish shop in Echo Park packed from ceiling to floor with fabulous clothing, shoes, boots, and jewelry. The owner has an impeccable eye and there is most absolutely something for everyone."

4. Jet Rag

"Jet Rag is massive, but it's their outdoor $1 sale on Sundays that keeps me coming back. There's nothing I love more than digging through heaps of vintage!"

5. Replay Vintage

4010 Santa Monica Blvd

Los Angeles, CA 90029

"Albert has some of the best vintage boots and shoes around. Where he finds them I have no idea. Their vintage eyewear selection is also unparalleled."

For more from Sophia, check out her e-boutique ShopNastyGal.com