Window Shopping on Beverly Hills' Rodeo Drive

See fabulous boutiques--and watch for celeb shoppers--along this iconic strip.

There is nothing quite like Rodeo Drive . This spectacular stretch of designer boutiques running through the heart of Beverly Hills is one of the quintessential shopping experiences in the world. Here's where the rich and famous--or just plain rich--pick up baubles, bangles, cocktail dresses, and designer stiletos from places like Chanel, Cartier, Tiffany and Co., Fendi, Armani, and pretty much any other boutique with style and that certain ka-ching factor.

Fortunately, you don't have to have a wallet stuffed with cash to be part of the Rodeo (pronounced roh-DAY-o) scene. Window-shopping doesn't cost a dime, nor does settling down for some serious people watching. Stars, starlets, and wanna-be's often frequent the strip, so watch for cars with heavily tinted windows to pull over and reveal the latest long-legged shopper. Hint: female celebs often have a uniform of tight jeans and big sunglasses--keep your eyes peeled for this get-up and who knows whom you'll spy.