The Pygmy Hippo Shoppe Blog

There's something magical about tiny things. Maybe it's the way they fit perfectly in your palm, or how they make you lean in closer to appreciate their intricate details. Perhaps it's the pure delight of discovering something so small yet so perfectly formed. Whatever it is, we've built our entire philosophy around this simple truth: tiny things can have major impact in your life and in your home.

Walk into most antique shops and you'll find the same predictable vintage items from anywhere USA. But dive into our Los Angeles collection, and you're holding pieces of a city's soul – fragments of the dreams, glamour, and gritty character that made LA what it is today. That's why we take our role as a cool LA gift shop seriously. We're more than just cool. We're serious about our place in the tapestry of culture and history that happens every day in our city. We're LA to the core.

At Pygmy Hippo Shoppe, we've watched a mystical renaissance unfold from our little corner of LA, and honestly? We're here for all of it. Our supernatural and esoteric collection isn't just about selling pretty objects (though they are pretty) – it's about honoring the human need for magic, mystery, and connection to something bigger than ourselves.

We don't just collect books – we rescue the forgotten, celebrate the absurd, and champion books that most people overlook. Here's why our literary treasures hold a place in our hearts (and why they should in yours too).

The Kewpie renaissance is real and here's why everyone's obsessed! Discover authentic vintage Kewpie gifts, ornaments & collectibles that are captivating a new generation.