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To live and buy in L.A.
Comme des Garçons did it. So did H&M, Opening Ceremony, and Steven
Alan. These days, it seems like every label I love is immigrating to
L.A. in some sort of retail diaspora. There's no denying that the city
is quickly becoming a major American fashion capital—some argue it
could be on par with New York soon—which is why I'd like to make a plea
to three stores that I love to open outposts in Los Angeles. California
dreaming hasn't been this much fun in a really long time.
Patricia Field
Many people forget that the "Sex and the City" costume designer had a
successful career as a retailer before the hit HBO comedy made her a
household name. The merchandise in her New York store ranges from House
of Field clutch purses to vintage naval hats to rhinestone encrusted
silver knuckles and is synonymous with all things Downtown hip.
Uniqlo
Offering sharply tailored garments made of rich fabrics in an array of
colors at low prices—like their cashmere sweaters, which aren't more
than $100—Uniqlo is like an upscale American Apparel. The Japanese
company plans to, "gradually expand as we gain experience of the local
market." Having been a U.S. presence on the east coast since 2005, I
think we've waited long enough.
Billionaire Boys Club and Ice Cream
Pharell Williams of The Neptunes is one half of this candy colored
apparel line, which carries everything from tight jeans to vintage
inspired tees to silver lamé sneakers. While I've found some items at
local retailers like Urban Outfitters, there's nothing like purchasing
fashion directly from the source.
—Marcos Luevanos
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