Where Elyse Walker Finds Sweet Treats in Malibu

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Los Angeles has more stores than anyone could physically tackle, but somehow we always keep returning to the usual suspects. To break out of the rut, we've asked some local shopping and fashion gurus to provide their hidden retail gems—those unique stores around LA that we might not all know about. Cue the Beatles: We're about to get a little help from our friends.

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As far as professions go, fashion stylist and mathematician might well be polar opposites, but in the world of Elyse Walker, these two interests ultimately led to a boutique on Antioch Street in the heart of Pacific Palisades. Over the years, Walker has built a reputation as a sharp stylist and buyer with an eye for color and proportion. But little we did know that she had such a sweet tooth. Here, she shows us her favorite spot for delicious confections.

I love Sugarfina, an LA based company and online candy shop! Who doesn't love candy? Sugarfina has the most beautiful packaging and the most amazing, well-curated selection of candies from all over the world. Their candies make the perfect gifts for anyone with a sweet tooth and I love the variety: chocolates, gummies, malt balls, caramels, gummy bears, jelly beans and more. Sugarfina also has custom options so you can personalize for birthdays, parties and gifts. They are also an eco-friendly company which I really appreciate. And how cool is this? Sugarfina has a Tasting Club—so each month you can will receive a delicious tasting flight of eight Sugarfina candies, packaged in a blue gift box with a tasting menu.

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