Sumiko

exceptional boutique as well as exceptional owner!

Sumiko has such great taste. The main thing about the clothes here is that they’re all of of exceptionally beautiful fabric, and most are also very classic, timeless styles. Sometimes at other stores I am seduced by clothes that look cute at first, but after awhile I realize that they feel horrible on my skin or that the fabric is trendy or cheap and very quickly I stop wanting to wear them. It’s actually like that with most clothes you buy nowadays — they look good for one season, then they need to be retired. But I have clothes from Sumiko that i have had for literally 15 years and they are still my favorite clothes! They never seem to go out of style, and the fabric always feels great, drapes beautifully, and wears well. I have never shopped at a store where the fabric is so consistently beautiful. Sumiko told me that when she shops for her store, she actually tries the samples on to make sure they fit well, and she is very stubborn about buying anything she doesn’t feel is out of great fabric or doesn’t find flattering, even with pressure from the showroom to buy everything from the line. She is also constantly looking for new lines, and drops lines when they no longer suit her great taste.
She is really more of a curator than a shop owner. She used to design all the clothing in her store, and her talent as a designer shows in her choices. I think her sense of beautiful fabric also comes from growing up with antique hand-​painted silk kimonos, which she used to work with as a designer. So, shopping there is a special experience. But the main thing is that her clothes are always elegant, and are the best thing in my closet. She carries both high-​end lines and more casual lines, but all are tasteful and great. You can have a lot of fun rummaging through the tightly crowded racks, and finding all sorts of eclectic and beautiful things and great bargains.

Sumiko’s has elegant, one-​of-​a-​kind designer clothing that you simply can’t find anywhere else in just one place.
Located just a hint from the beautiful beaches of Santa Monica, this unique boutique has everything from evening wear gorgeous enough to wear to The Oscars, (as she has regular customers who are actresses, stylists and costumers) to simple and classic clothing you can wear every day.
In a recent book put out by InStyle magazine, Angelica Houston rated Sumiko’s as one of her favorite stores, along with Michael Kohr’s and other top designers.
She also delivers great service and is a kind and sweet person.

Whenever I am in town, I make it a point to swing by Sumiko’s. Whether it’s a funky T-​shirt or sweater or a a beautiful slip dress, I always leave with something (or two or 3) that I love. I still have pieces that I bought over 5 years ago and only one item has not worn well –wore it way too much (?), maybe– but out of everything else I have purchased, that has been my only complaint. I always like to bring friends there and while this store is not for everyone, for those who like unique European or Japanese clothing and accessories, this is the place!
I gave Sumiko $$ signs because I have gotten some really reasonable priced items (both on sale and new) here. However, it is pretty easy to go for the pricier $$$ stuff (and be glad you did).
Also, the owner, Sumiko is wonderful and helpful

I have been shopping at Sumiko for over ten years. It is a beautiful, elegant clothing store. The owner has impeccable taste, with a wide variety of clothing, the clothes are always high quality and beautiful. Everything I have ever bought there I have worn for years and loved! The owner is extremely easy to talk to and kind. Her daughters (they used to be there occasionally) were also just as likable and really just nice to chat with and the store gives you the feeling of wanting to stay, browse and buy. I always feel pretty in the clothes I buy at Sumiko. Check out this boutique and you will never forget it!

This is the place to go for a very special, elegant, one-​of-​a-​kind dress. The selection is amazing. Sumiko will also be completely honest if something doesn’t look good on you.

You really can’t judge a book by it’s cover. This store doesn’t look like much on the outside. Once you’re inside, you’re overwhelmed by racks and racks of clothing. It looks like a vintage or discount store until you check out the clothing. Owned and operated by a lovely and hip Japanese lady named Sumiko, this store carries a veritable treasure trove of clothing. From $ 39 dresses to designer duds. You can find funky Johnny Was embroidered shirts, wonderful Cop Copine coats, Rozae Nichols dresses and Save the Queen creations. If you’re looking for something special or unique, come here before you decide to hit the mall.