The key to a successful campaign stop is keeping it local: apple pie at the neighborhood diner, ice cream socials on the common, tours of county farms, factories and schools. So where do the candidates go when they want to rub elbows with LA locals? The hottest clubs, of course. But how hot is too hot for the six ’08 Democrats coming to town for LOGO’s Forum on issues facing the LGBT community? We checked in with two stylistas to get the scoop. Erin and Randi, the co-editors and creators of the LA Source fashion blog, shared dish with us on everything from who’s likely to show to what to wear when the candidates get down in Boy’s Town. See the interview after the jump…

The candidates are flooding WeHo tomorrow night after the LOGO debate. Obama’s heading to Area. Hillary’s hitting up The Abbey. John Edwards plans to cozy up with a small group of contributors at Republic. Bill Richardson is going to stake out WeHo steak house Eleven. And Kucinich is getting down at Circus Disco. Good picks or “ish-don’t-think-so”?

Randi: Well, I think it’s interesting that Hillary chose a gay bar.

Erin: I think The Abbey is a really good choice for Hillary. Not only is it a popular place, but the type of people who go there are a little bit more laid back than the crowds at some of the other places… Hillary Duff had her album release party there earlier this year . It’s a good young, hip, but a little bit relaxed kind of base.

So The Abbey has ‘street cred’ as a popular place to party?

Erin: It is a safe bet. It’s not that outlandish. Everyone goes to The Abbey just to sit outside and have a drink, even though it’s in Weho and it’s in Boy’s Town. It wouldn’t raise any eyebrows. It’s a good diverse crowd.

What about some of the other venues?

Randi: Never actually been inside Area, but did a story on it…

Erin: My take on Area is that it’s a very stereotypical Midwest-perception of LA: loud, obnoxious, sceney. Not cool, laid-back sceney, but the “look at me!” sceney that I hate, and full of people who look like they’re trying too hard. It’s the club that was all over “The Hills,” after all. That said, it’s probably the perfect place for Obama to be because it’s well known and considered pretty cool to people who aren’t from LA.

When I first moved here, that was the question people would ask me—if I ever went to Area. So, from a PR standpoint, anything well known that will generate interest among the MTV-set is probably a good idea—not that I’m a political strategist… Area is definitely a venue that Obama’s MySpace friends will recognize.

Randi: I’ve read good things about Eleven. It’s supposed to be really beautiful inside… I’m sure for these debates any of the venues are going to attract an entirely different crowd than they normally would on a Friday/Saturday night.

Erin: With Eleven, I think that’s another safe place, another hot spot. As far as Republic goes, it’s where celebrities go. It’s in WeHo, but it’s down the street and I don’t think anyone would really consider it a gay bar.

You mentioned Hillary Duff had her album party at The Abbey (which rehab-regular Brittany Spears has been known to frequent). Adrian Grenier and his “entourage” shot an episode of the HBO hit at Republic this summer. And Area’s velvet ropes usher in Hollywood’s biggest A-listers for exclusive parties. Have you had any celeb sightings at these places that might give us some insight into the typical Thursday-night crowd?

Erin: Last time I was at Republic I saw somebody. He was short and he was cute.

Randi: Not the “Entourage” dude?

Erin: No, He was a professional surfer… or a soccer player. I remember seeing some sort of sports place… It’s a ‘scene-y’ place, but it attracts people who might not be exactly on the scene.

Randi: Someone that’s cooler than the scene, you mean?

Erin: It’s kind of an Area-like place, but not as well publicized.

Your blog often includes a feature called “Appropriate Dress For…” So, give us the scoop on the “appropriate dress” for a campaign bash at a chic Hollywood club. What should the candidates wear out tonight? Will Hillary “get low” with yet another, ahem, revealing blouse? Maybe pretty-boy Edwards will drop another 200 benjamins to have his stylist part his hair on the other side?

Randi: I would probably stay pretty neutral as far as color. You have to keep in mind, you’re in a club, too. I would probably wear a high-waisted, knee-length skirt and a conservative tank top.

Erin: I would love to see Obama in cool jeans, a blazer and a vintage graphic tee… just kidding. I think they should definitely try to blend in to their surroundings and that means ditching boring presidential garb.

Randi: Hillary would look really good in high-waisted slacks and a blouse—maybe kind of chiffony… I think they definitely need to blend in. People will probably laugh if they see any of them wearing a suit. And Edwards can sport a pair of skinny jeans and a pair of vans. That would be super perfect at, like, Republic.

If it’s anything like usual at the clubs, the paparazzi will be buzzing, and we all know that exposure is key in an election. LA is infamous for its gossip blogs. Which sites should the candidates hope their shots show up on Friday morning to really hit the young, hip demo?

Randi: Well, hopefully, that’s not really their main concern. I guess if they do want traffic, I would say TMZ or Perez. They definitely already got mentioned in that they’re coming to West Hollywood.

Erin: I think it shouldn’t be their main concern, but that’s a great way to reach out to a younger audience. People our age will be much more receptive when they see Perez talking about them or making fun of them on the web. Realistically, the majority of people our age are not reading the New York Times cover-to-cover every night… It’s interesting that they’re running [the LA visits and LOGO debates] like they’re promoting a movie.

Randi: Yeah, it’s interesting that they’re buying into the media.

Erin: Next they’ll be like promoting products… wearing a new designer t-shirt with a logo.

On your site, you two are pros at tipping readers off to up-and-coming fashion trends. Any chance you can look into your Swarovski crystal ball and give us the dish on what political topics will be hot for the two of you this fall?

Randi: Obviously, the war is the pretty hot issue nationwide. I was reading a Q&A with Hillary last night in Marie Claire and the issue of abortion came up. I definitely think that’s going to be a hot topic with Hillary because she’s a woman.

Erin: I hope that I’m able to get social security, that they don’t take that away. You know, as young journalists, we need all the help we can get! Insurance… that’s another scary scene. I’d like to see, just in terms of a lot of the big business profits and stuff, [the government address issues] with the credit card companies. It’s so hard for people our age to even think about [paying for] flying home. And everyone is in debt. It would be nice if credit card companies weren’t able to give an 18-year-old kid a card with a $1,500 limit. As fun as it is to go shopping, that’s just so not a good idea. And of course, the war— can’t forget that one. But I’m kind of sick of hearing about that.

One last question. From what you’ve seen so far, who’s the best-dressed candidate?

Erin: I’m a big fan of John Edwards’ suits.

Randi: There’s something about Barack that’s really hot. Also, I was telling Erin before you called— I think it was for the age issue for Vogue— they had a feature on one of Hillary’s chiefs of staff, [Huma Abedin, traveling chief of staff and Arabic-speaking aide]. They profiled her and the way she dresses. Anyway, I could see her being a good influence on Hillary.

Erin: Hillary has yet to wow me with any of her fashion choices. I’m hoping to see something a little more exciting from her!

Note that La Lohan’s somtime BFF party pal Ronson is going to be spinning. Will Obama be dancing?