What to Wear - Los Angeles Night Clubs...

Where to find the hautest looks for a wild night out at one of L.A.'s most sophisticated nightspots, from Hollywood heavy-hitters Area, Hyde, Winston's and Les Deux, to Downtown's Edison and the Rooftop Bar at the Standard, and Santa Monica's swanky Cameo Bar at the Viceroy.


> Area
Confidence is the ultimate accessory at this uber-trendy nightclub, where the beautiful people embrace all that is short and skimpy.

Lisa Kline
136 S Robertson Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
Scoop up lacey Foley micro-dresses, strappy LaRok tops, and skintight designer denim at this wildly popular Robertson shop loaded with celebrity-favored nightlife attire.

H Lorenzo Women
8660 W Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
If you've got it, flaunt it, in clingy tops and gravity-defying miniskirts from the likes of Versace, Pucci, and DSquared.

> Hyde
Slip into something glamorous for this intimate VIP lounge, where a stunning ensemble may help breach the iron-clad velvet rope.

Tory Burch
142 S Robertson Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
This popular designer's chic halter dresses and animal-print tunics are ideal for reclining in a private booth, pear-tini in hand.

Hillary Rush
8222 W Third St, Los Angeles, CA
Luxurious Chaiken frocks and Twinkle tunics from this sassy Third Street boutique will make even the tabloid-worthy socialites envious.

> Winston's
This industry-favorite bar oozes New York cool, so bypass the fads and opt for chic, modern and fabulously relaxed styles.

Alice + Olivia
134 S Robertson Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
Head to this fashionable Robertson shop for fitted trousers, shrunken blazers, and brocade miniskirts perfect for schmoozing with successful screenwriters.

Catherine Malandrino
8644 W Sunset Blvd, West Hollywood, CA
Tailored shirtdresses, mini sequined tanks, and nautical-inspired slacks from this cutting-edge line effortlessly complement the bar's dark wood-and-sailboat themed decor.

> Les Deux Cafe
Designer labels and sensual fabrics abound at this sexy lounge, where A-listers come to see and be seen.

Curve
154 N Robertson, Los Angeles, CA
For candlelit mingling and celebrity ogling, slip into a slinky, dreamy frock by Versus, Diane von Furstenberg or Karyn.

Ron Herman at Fred Segal
8100 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA
Find anything and everything at this fashion mecca. Choose 3.1 Phillip Lim or Giambattista Valli for romantic fireside dancing.

> The Edison
The dress code is strictly enforced at this sophisticated downtown hot spot. Choose classy, elegant and fashionable pieces accordingly.

Tracey Ross Clothing Boutique
8595 W Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
Fluttery Simone dress and creamy Chloe coats ensure a breeze past security to the pulsating music and swanky den within.

Satine
8117 W Third St, Los Angeles, CA
Dress to impress at this tiny Third Street boutique, which features exquisite designs from Peter Som, Stella McCartney and Lanvin.

Paul Smith
8221 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA
Men can peruse the impressive scotch menu in a crisp pinstriped suit or chocolate cardigan from this eclectic British designer.

> Rooftop Bar at the Standard Downtown
The diverse clientele at this sky-high poolside lounge assures that fierce trends, business attire and fashion risks are all welcome.

Sirens & Sailors
1104 Mohawk St, Echo Park, CA
Chat up an alluring out-of-towner in cutting-edge pieces from GoldenBleu and Afterwards, available at this unique Echo Park destination boutique.

Barneys New York
9570 Wilshire Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA
Snag Christian Louboutins and a Fendi bag at this all-inclusive luxury department store, then admire L.A.'s glittering skyline in style.

All Purpose
144 S Flores St, Los Angeles, CA
Guys: Unwind on the rooftop's vibrating water beds in achingly cool Filius duds and retro
Derapage shades from this creative menswear shop.

> Cameo Bar at the Viceroy
This swanky Santa Monica hotel bar calls for chic and sexy fashions with plenty of beachside flavor.

Trina Turk
8008 W Third St, Los Angeles, CA
These sultry sundresses in bright colors and exotic patterns are still elegant enough for mingling with the metropolitan elite.

Ashley Paige 1616 N Cahuenga Blvd, Hollywood, CA Don a sizzling hand-knit bikini for daytime sunbathing, then parade that golden glow at Cameo's exclusive poolside cabanas after dark.