Marikoko opens in Leimert Park

Mariko Mckittrick says her new boutique Marikoko in Leimert Park is an ode to her travels to Morocco and the "wanderlust that inspired my mom [Akiko Yamaguchi]."

Mariko Mckittrick says her new boutique Marikoko in Leimert Park is an ode to her travels to Morocco and the “wanderlust that inspired my mom [Akiko Yamaguchi].”

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Oct. 16, 2017 9:40 AM PT

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The Marikoko showroom in Leimert Park, a former office space.

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The Marikoko showroom in Leimert Park features Moroccan rugs, apothecary items, jewelry and Palatines shoes and other footwear.

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Home goods, vintage finds, jewelry and handmade accessories are on display at Marikoko in Leimert Park.

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Kim Hau green coffee mugs and bowls, $35.

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A sake bottle and cups.

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Marikoko macrame sandals, made in Morocco, $100.

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Palantines shoes, $300 and Baggu drawstring leather bucket bags, $140.

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Fiber jewelry by Mexico-based designer Vianney Mendez.

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Rugs, blankets and and totes made in Morocco, at Marikoko in Leimert Park.

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From left: Akiko Yamaguchi and her daughter Mariko Mckittrick outside Marikoko in Leimert Park.

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