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»CA.SHOPPING You Can Find It Here by lenore greiner WESTFIELD SAN FRANCISCO Centre, above, often called Westfield Mall, lies in the heart of the city's shopping district near Union Square; opposite page, Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills is famous for haute couture fashion. 62 2 013 travel guide to c al i fo r n ia It's no surprise that California is a shopper's paradise. After all, the state has a well-earned reputation as a place of creativity and innovation. Shopping safaris here range from exploring deliriously over-the-top designer salons to redwood-scented artsy enclaves. You may haunt Victorian-era historic districts or massive brand-name factory outlets to find that perfect gift or memento. Expect to shop in gorgeous venues with ocean views, shady palm trees or stunning architecture. Here, quiet Northern California hamlets create artistic treasures, Napa Valley whisks you to Europe and shopping in San Diego could involve an arrival by water. The ingenuity and artistry packed in California malls, art galleries, bohemian shops and posh boutiques will make the most jaded fashionistas and shopaholics swoon with pleasure. Southern California Glamour Famous for Rodeo Drive glitz, celebrityspotting and stratospheric designer boutiques, Los Angeles also supports a cutting-edge design community at The Avenues: Art, Fashion and Design District. Found on West Hollywood's Melrose Avenue and Robertson and Beverly Boulevards, this area showcases high-end fashion, interior design, furniture, decorative arts and luxury brand stores. For a taste of California's good life, spend an afternoon in Santa Monica's breezy, open air Third Street Promenade or, for a funkier vibe, explore nearby Venice Beach art galleries, bookstores and vintage boutiques. For bargain shopping, drive north to Camarillo's giant 160-store Camarillo Premium Outlets. In Orange County, the quintessential SoCal mall experience awaits you in huge open-air shopping centers, complete CHRISTOPHER CHAN; ROBERT HARDING/DRR.NET Artistic treasures, vintage surprises, over-the-top designer finds as varied as the California landscape