Happy L.A. owners Lori Bzura and Dawn Baker (Pacific Palisades natives) have put together a cute boutique.

The clothes are fun, but not exceptional, yet the tan, fit, SUV-driving Moms will no doubt continue to devour them.The casually trendy labels include Genetic Denim for deliciously soft jeans, ultra-soft  cashmere solids by American Vintage, James Coviello for quirky Pucci-esque separates, and Chan Luu for jewelry lacking heavily in zing. Occupying space in a strip mall, the space itself is a bit awkward, there being no obvious organization to the clothes (look, shoes! oh, wait jewelry! no, shoes! wait, dresses!). So, what puts the ‘happy’ in Happy L.A.? The details. Yes, there are those ubiquitous white disc chandeliers (available for purchase) and graphic wall stencils. But, take a closer look and discover a quilted pink high-gloss check-out counter. Try something on to discover amber sunset plastic chairs. There’s even a half-full jar of conversation hearts. We hope, echoing its blue smudged floors, that Happy L.A. catches and rides a long prosperous wave. So, hit up the current sale on winter items, and try not to feel happy in a bright boutique that sells tanks with “I love my life” printed on them. I dare you. —Philip Harris