Dear Earl Vintage

Vintage store5.0(10 Google reviews)

Dear Earl Vintage is a vintage store in Los Angeles, CA. You’ll find it at 7801 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90046. It’s one of 156 secondhand and resale shops we track in Los Angeles.

The store keeps hours seven days a week, including Sunday, staying open as late as 7 PM on its longest days. Thrift hours change seasonally and around holidays, so a quick call before a long drive is worth it.

Vintage stores are curated by era and style rather than filled by donation. Expect hand-picked pieces priced for what they are, staff who know their stock, and a smaller floor that rewards a slow look.

Shoppers rate it 5.0 out of 5 on Google across 10 reviews. 6 more secondhand shops are within driving distance, listed below, so it can anchor a longer thrifting circuit.

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Dear Earl Vintage in Los Angeles, CA

Store information

Address
7801 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90046
Hours
Monday: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PMTuesday: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PMWednesday: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PMThursday: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PMFriday: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PMSaturday: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PMSunday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PMHours can change — call ahead to confirm.

Getting there

Dear Earl Vintage is in Los Angeles, California.

Get directions

34.08419, -118.35956

Before you go

  • Vintage sizing runs small; go by measurements, not the label size.
  • Ask the staff about eras and makers — curated shops usually know the story behind their stock.
  • Look for care labels, union tags, and metal zippers to date a piece; our vintage guide explains each clue.
  • Sunday hours are on file (9 AM – 7 PM), so it fits a weekend circuit.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Dear Earl Vintage located?

Dear Earl Vintage is located at 7801 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90046.

What are Dear Earl Vintage’s hours?

Listed hours: Monday: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM; Tuesday: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM; Wednesday: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM; Thursday: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM; Friday: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM; Saturday: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM; Sunday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM. Hours can change — call ahead to confirm.

Is Dear Earl Vintage open on Sunday?

Yes — Dear Earl Vintage lists Sunday hours of 9 AM – 7 PM.

What kind of store is Dear Earl Vintage?

Dear Earl Vintage is a vintage store in Los Angeles, CA.

Are there other thrift or secondhand stores near Dear Earl Vintage?

Yes — we list 6 other secondhand, thrift, consignment, vintage, or antique stores within about 50 miles. See the nearby stores section on this page.

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