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NEW HOLLYWOOD COOL - Emmanuel - May 9, 2008
This new Gallery/Gift shop opened doors to the Art loving public in September of 2007 according to the words of the owner Michelle van der Heijden. A gem tucked away next to the Thai Restaurant on the corner of Wilton and Hollywood Boulevard, east of the entrance to the 101, MUSH allows us to take a glimpse into the Zen world of this Young Interior Designer graduated from the FIT in NYC. Walls are covered with the works of local artists many of whom are well established amongst the Sudios Set Decorators and have adorned the sets of movies like Legally Blonde. Others have traveled all the way from Bulgaria to hang next to a couple of Miro knock-offs created for an independent feature. Large Buddhas invite the visitors into this eclectic store where one can find a one of a kind antique Thai mask or a set of Italian Designer Leather Dining Chairs. I marveled a pair of antique Ming Dynasty Style Classic Horse Shoe Chairs from the late 18th - early 19th Century exhibited stylishly next to a very luxurious leather Couch and what was my surprise to find that the price of that couch was well within my means. The couple very politely asked if I would like it delivered and were happy to accommodate me should I have needed transportation for any newly acquired piece of furniture. I stopped in front of a lavishly decorated display case and admired the nice selection of Jewelry offered at very competitive prices. Intuitive to my needs the owner offered a greeting card to go with the beautiful scented candle I had picked from a beautifully arranged table, which was no small task since the selections appeal to every particular whim, and I was pleasantly surprised to find a really cute and rather unusual one to complement my gift. I was relieved. The last time I had to go and pick out a gift I had to drive all the way to Beverly Hills where there is a boutique that I like. Thank you MUSH. Keep up the good style. We needed you in our neighborhood. I have to go back and get that couch.
You're going to love this - planetmarisa - Jun 1, 2008
For all those browsing the very expensive and trendy import furnishings stores in both West Hollywood, Venice and even Silver Lake, you need to stop and take a look at this: MUSH!.. Mush is a very talented young woman's long-time business development that has finally come to fruition. It is full of more than enough well and carefully chosen pieces from jewelry to Art to furniture and antiques. It is also entirely worth the drive, as her prices are greatly beneath all those west side shops. The owner chooses her pieces herself, a truly unique selection. She is importing from both Eastern Europe as well as Thailand and who knows where else! Her Artist collection is worth looking at. She is promoting more than a few well-established Artists and there is a handsome collection to choose from. All in all, you will not leave the store without a purchase, so be prepared. Mush is quickly becoming established, so it is hard to say how long it will be before those prices go up. Take advantage now, is what I say! Just the right place to find a beautiful gift. If you are lucky, you'll pop by in the afternoon and she'll serve you an excellent Organic tea with lots of wonderful, soothing conversation. Her interior design combined with the spaciousness of this old Hollywood building brings everything together. Truly a lovely and impressive establishment. A testimony to the transformation occurring rapidly in Hollywood, east of La Brea. May there be more incarnations like Mush in Hollywood and Los Angeles! Mush is a Must see.
Sandi M. Livingston, IL
I received a necklace from my brother who lives in Los Angeles for Christmas. He purchased it at MUSH. It is absolutely gorgeous!!! Handcrafted, mouth-blown glass baubles from Italy with rubys, garnets, and tourmaline tassel. I live in Illinois and haven't had the opportunity to visit MUSH store yet, but when I visit my brother the next time, I will make sure I go there! I have visited online and there are so many items I want! I highly recommend stopping into MUSH.
Oh Geez Marge that's good! - Dakota A. Los Angeles, CA
Great little place to stop in and buy gifts or fun things for your pad. I liked the jewelry at the store too. The woman that owns the place is very helpful and has an eye for great things. I know she rents to the industry too. It has everything from tea to furniture to home accessories to artwork. The place is a breath of sunshine and a place like that is needed on this part of town. I would rather pay money and get something original than mass produced, wouldn't you? Oh and you can park in back.
MOST UNIQUELY STYLED HOMES - Steven Sander - LA
Most Uniquely Styled Homes was the answer of the owner when I asked if MUSH was an abbreviation. Could not have been a better name for this unique furniture - gift store on Hollywood Boulevard , which doubles as a small art-gallery. I had gone in to get a gift for my wife's birthday and it took a good while to decide between a beautiful pair of earrings, a stunning feather necklace made by a local artist or a hand-painted shawl from Thailand.