Where to Shop: Menswear Importer and Manufacturer

FAQ: Does the alley sell men's clothes? A: Yes! We have clothes, shoes and accessories for the entire family. The men especially, can benefit from our numerous formal and casual wear stores. A good place to start your shopping trip is Bucci, a menswear importer and manufacturer located at 1106 1/2 inside the alley.

Bucci sells fine men's formal wear, outerwear and casual clothing. Expect to find similar styles and brands to those found in department stores. They currently have a great selection of leather jackets, sweaters, and long sleeve dress shirts. Bucci also carries suits, dress shirts and pants, ties, casual shirts, and jeans. They are open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. seven days a week.

Not sure if it will fit? Bucci has fitting rooms for your convenience.

The super stylish men of Santee Alley^^

Bucci
1106 1/2 Santee Alley
213-744-0078
www.buccimenswear.com
Retail & Wholesale

MK Shirts: Men's Shirt Under $10

MK Shirts has some of the best deals on men's clothing we've seen in the alley lately. With shirts starting as low as $9.99 and deals on dress shirts like 3 for $25, who can resist such a bargain? And did we mention jeans are also under $10? Yep! MK is a manufacturer, allowing them to cut costs by selling directly to shoppers. They specialize in novelty and dress shirts.

Shop MK Shirts at 1125-6 S. Maple Ave. inside the alley or online at www.mkshirtswholesale.com and www.mkshirts.com. All online orders are shipped via UPS. All items area available for wholesale and retail.

Only $9.99 for men's Guayaberas, dress pants, and jeans and only 3 for $20 for V-neck T-shirts.

The most popular item is the dress shirt and tie combo. Yes, the prices below include the tie.

These sequin shirts are MK's specialty item. They're popular with dance groups, salsa dancers, and entertainers in general. The store also carries matching vests, bottoms, and hats in various colors.

Children's Guayaberas

MK Shirts

1125-6 S. Maple Ave. inside Santee Alley
(213) 744-0169

www.mkshirtswholesale.com
www.mkshirts.com

The Santee Alley Loves Lola Shoetique

If you're a true shoe lover, chances are you've already heard about Lola's. With over half a million followers on Instagram, Lola's Shoetique is the most popular shoe store in Santee Alley. They are known for their unique, trendy styles and amazing prices. Most heels range from $30-$65.

What many of you may not know, is that Lola Shoetique got it's start in 2004 as a woman's boutique. Shortly after opening, Lola (yes the store really is named after the owner!) realized her shoes were outselling everything else in the store and she decided to focus solely on bringing high-quality, one-of-a-kind shoes to the LA Fashion District. Lola Shoetique was born!

Fast forward 9 years later and there are now 7 Lola Shoetique locations in the Fashion District, with plans to expand into a franchise with stores in Miami, Las Vegas, and New York. Lola Shoetique manufactures, exports, and supplies boutiques across the United States and Southern and Central America.They work with over 55 shoe companies to develop and produce the fashion-forward heels that have made Lola's so popular.

Aside from the awesome shoes, we love Lola Shoetique for their dedication and support of Downtown LA and the LA Fashion District. As the company continues to grow, their home base is and always be in Los Angeles. The corporate office is headquarted in the Fashion District and Lola's remains a true family-run business with an incredible team.

If you're planning a trip to the alley definitely stop by one of their locations. You'll recognize the stores by their pink and purple walls and the big Lola's Shoetique signs. You can also shop Lola's online at www.lolashoetique.com.  

Lola Shoetique
Pictured in this post: 1113 1/2 S. Maple Ave. inside Santee Alley
Headquarters: 1145 South Wall Street, Unit B

(213) 744-9588

(213) 741-1311

customercare@lolashoetique.com

Instagram, Facebook, Twitter

Where to Buy Handbags Direct From the Manufacturer

BIC Plus is a handbag manufacturer, importer, distributor, wholesaler, and as of recently retail vendor. After years of distributing to handbag stores in the Fashion District, BIC Plus finally opened to the public four months ago, offering retail customers the same pricing as large-quantity buyers. Prices for handbags start as low as $8 and go as high as $25 for better quality purses and materials. Wholesale prices are even more affordable. The average price for a higher quality purse is $18. Wholesale pricing is also offered to shoppers who purchase 12 or more pieces. Friends can combine their purchases and mix and match to reach the minimum.

Why is BIC Plus able to offer such low pricing? Not only do they import and distribute large quantities, they also manufacture many of their own styles. When you purchase from BIC, you are purchasing directly from the source, cutting out the middle-man costs. At any given time, you will find approximately 20 styles that are exclusive to BIC. You won't find them anywhere else in the district.

You can view their inventory or order online at www.FantasticPlus.com. Visit their Facebook page at www.Faceboom.com/FantasticPlus to stay up to date on the newest styles and specials.

Visit BIC Plus at 1030 Maple Ave. Los Angeles, CA.
213-741-1963
Open M-F 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

AP Design: Plus-Size and Custom Designs

Aaron Perez, a retired Mexican designer, set up shop in the Fashion District years ago to manufacture and sell his clothing line AP Design. The store has since expanded to four locations in the Fashion District and sells trendy women's clothing as well as some of Mr. Perez's unique designs. The family-run business prides itself in having the newest styles, with new inventory arriving in stores twice a week.

AP Design also makes custom-clothing for pageants, the Latin entertainment industry, and special events. They take custom in-store orders for quinceañeras, prom, and weddings. Everything is made in LA!

AP carries plus-size women's fashions for retail and wholesale. Much of their plus-size inventory (like the rest of their merchandise) is comprised of casual and party dresses. Super cute!

For wholesale and retail purchasing and manufacturing inquiries contact AP Design directly:

1223 S. Santee St.
213-747-0902

1229 S. Santee St.
213-748-2383

1059 Maple Ave. (inside Santee Alley)
213-765-0177