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Best of Downtown LA & the Fashion District

Every business from our countywide rankings that's located in the Fashion District, Arts District and the rest of Downtown LA, in one place. Ranks and scores are the same as on each full ranking.

Last updated October 29, 2026Methodology Sources

The short answer

As of October 29, 2026, Best in LA ranks 27 businesses in the Fashion District, Arts District and the rest of Downtown LA, across 8 categories. The highest-scoring here: Vivienne Atelier Bridal (bridal shops, #1 countywide, 91/100); Artist & Craftsman Supply (craft stores, #1 countywide, 91/100); Sew FYI (sewing and pattern-making classes, #1 countywide, 88/100); Michael Levine, Inc. (fabric stores, #1 countywide, 86/100).

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Fabric stores (5) · Tailors and alteration shops (3) · Sewing and pattern-making classes (3) · Dry cleaners (1) · Shoe repair shops (1) · Bridal shops (5) · Embroidery shops (4) · Craft stores (5)

Fabric stores · 5 of 15 countywide

County #	Name	Where	Best for	Score
1	Michael Levine, Inc.	Fashion District, Downtown LA	Widest one-stop selection of fabric, trims and notions	86
2	Blue Moon Fabrics	Fashion District, Downtown LA	Stretch, spandex, mesh, sequin and performance fabric	82
3	Affordable Home Fabrics	Fashion District, Downtown LA	Upholstery and drapery fabric by the yard	82
8	Natan Fabric	Fashion District, Downtown LA	Bulk yardage and by-the-roll buying, open 7 days	71
11	Valentina Textile	Fashion District, Downtown LA	Budget satin, chiffon, organza, velvet, lace and faux fur	66

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Tailors and alteration shops · 3 of 15 countywide

County #	Name	Where	Best for	Score
5	Dorcas Tailor Shop	Fashion District, Downtown LA	Custom garments and same-day rush alterations, 7 days	80
6	JB Clothiers	Downtown LA (S Spring St)	Bespoke and custom suits	79
10	Miguel Suit Tailor	Fashion District, Downtown LA	Men's suit alterations downtown	68

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Sewing and pattern-making classes · 3 of 9 countywide

County #	Name	Where	Best for	Score
1	Sew FYI	Arts District, Downtown LA	The widest class range: beginner sewing to draping, CLO3D and a fashion program	88
5	The Wan Sewing Studios	Historic Core, Downtown LA	Small-group garment sewing, corsetry and pattern intensives	69
9	The Kut Studios	Fashion District, Downtown LA	Sunday group lessons in English or Spanish, plus a tailoring class	52

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Dry cleaners · 1 of 12 countywide

County #	Name	Where	Best for	Score
12	Executive Image Cleaners	South Park, Downtown LA	Downtown office workers: cleaning, alterations and shoe cleaning	69

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Shoe repair shops · 1 of 12 countywide

County #	Name	Where	Best for	Score
5	Shoe Wiz Instant Shoe Repair	Financial District, Downtown LA (Grand Ave)	Fast downtown repairs and resoles	82

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Bridal shops · 5 of 12 countywide

County #	Name	Where	Best for	Score
1	Vivienne Atelier Bridal	Fashion District, Downtown LA (S Los Angeles St)	Published price ranges and sample sales	91
2	Luv Bridal, Los Angeles	Downtown LA, east edge (E 8th St, 90021)	Huge designer selection and the biggest review base in LA	88
3	Debbie Bridal	Historic Core, Downtown LA (S Broadway)	Bridal, quinceañera and groom formalwear under one roof	88
4	Serenity Bridal	Fashion District, Downtown LA (Santee St)	Budget-friendly gowns with no try-on fee	88
5	Anita's Bridal Boutique	Fashion District, Downtown LA (Santee St)	Budget gowns with alterations included, open 7 days	84

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Embroidery shops · 4 of 12 countywide

County #	Name	Where	Best for	Score
1	NinjaStitch	Arts District, Downtown LA (factory)	Fast-turnaround custom embroidery, open 7 days	84
9	Entrepreneur x Stitch	Downtown LA (S Los Angeles St)	One-off custom pieces and rush jobs	67
10	Vision Stitch	Fashion District, Downtown LA	Fashion District embroidery for small brands	66
12	Rise Headwear and Embroidery	Fashion District, Downtown LA	Logo hats in small batches	55

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Craft stores · 5 of 11 countywide

County #	Name	Where	Best for	Score
1	Artist & Craftsman Supply	Arts District, Downtown LA	The deepest art-and-craft range downtown, open 7 days	91
5	Montana Shop Los Angeles	Downtown LA (S Central Ave)	Spray paint, markers and street-art supplies	82
8	Maple Craft	Fashion District, Downtown LA	Party, wedding and shower decorations, open 7 days	75
10	Bead Factory	Fashion District, Downtown LA	Beads, crystals and jewelry-making supplies	69
11	Peng's Craft	Downtown LA (Gladys Ave)	Ribbons, favors and party craft supplies	60

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“County #” is each business's rank among all of LA County in that category. Areas are based on each business's street address. Categories with no ranked business here are left out rather than padded.