The busy West Melrose Avenue retail stretch that has recently seen openings of new Glossier and Hoka boutiques now has a new place to take five and soak in the scene.

The Marcell von Berlin Coffee Lounge features Los Angeles-to-Berlin designer Marcell Pustul’s homegrown brew; lavender lattes, ginger hot chocolates and other drinks with optional CBD and healthy mushroom enhancements; pastries, light bites and outdoor seating for 45.

“I want people to be able to really experience the brand,” said the designer, adding that the café inside and out of his store opens at 8 a.m., and he’s already had a customer buy a handbag with her breakfast.

A native of Poland who studied at Parsons School of Design in New York, Pustul launched his brand in Germany in 2012. He opened his first store in Berlin before launching a U.S. flagship in L.A. in 2019. Since then, a number of celebrities have worn his print and denim streetwear looks and M-logo shoes and bags, priced…



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