Galen Stoeber

Beverly Hills carries with it a lot of stereotypes—some true and some completely inaccurate. It can embody the image that out-of-town, corn-fed Americans have of LA, but it's nevertheless a world-renowned shopping destination. The patrons who stroll into some of the area's most high-end shops are, to put it lightly, eccentric (as an employee of one of those stores, I deal with them on a regular basis). They can be equally infuriating and entertaining, but rarely dull. Here are the seven types of people you'll encounter while shopping in Beverly Hills. The tourist who thinks a school sweater is fashion: A sweater or jacket with your school's name or mascot isn't something you should be wearing in public (or even in your own home). The incredibly smelly man: These guys seem to bathe in oils and cologne, believing that the strong scent that they create is a good thing. The strength of their odor is matched only by their arrogance, and they can usually be found driving a Swingback and wearing a blue velour jumpsuit. The bougie woman who wears a single designer: An affinity for a designer label is one thing, but wearing Chanel from head to toe (including makeup) is another story. The shopper who came straight from the gym: There's nothing wrong with going for a hike or taking a spin class, but it's probably not the best decision to head to a high-end department store immediately after.  The celebrity: Beverly Hills is rife with the rich and famous, but sometimes the stars head int