Menswear · Abbot Kinney
The Stronghold
on Abbot Kinney, with 6 more shops within a short walk
Denim shop selling selvage jeans and leather jackets, plus custom-made clothing and shoes. A stop for heritage-style American denim on the Westside.
Hours
Daily 11am–6pm
Checked October 2026. Holiday hours can differ.
On the map
Near Venice Canal Historic District (11 min walk) and Venice Beach Boardwalk (15 min walk).
Good to know
- Parking
- We found no public garage listed for the boulevard, so plan on street parking on the side streets and check the posted signs. No Metro Rail line serves Abbot Kinney.
- Abbot Kinney shops
- Most shops on the boulevard open late morning and close early evening; check individual stores.
From The Stronghold
The Stronghold | LA's Oldest Western & Denim Store Since 1895 — Los Angeles
Since 1895, The Stronghold has been Los Angeles's home for selvedge denim, western hats, wax canvas jackets, Freenote Cloth, Alden shoes, and heritage menswear. Shop in LA or online.
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Before you go
What are The Stronghold's hours?
The Stronghold is usually open Daily 11am–6pm. Hours can change on holidays, so check the shop's site before a special trip.
Where is The Stronghold?
The Stronghold is at 1625 Abbot Kinney Blvd, Venice, CA in Abbot Kinney, Los Angeles. It's near Venice Canal Historic District (11 min walk).
Where can I park near The Stronghold?
The closest option for Abbot Kinney is We found no public garage listed for the boulevard, so plan on street parking on the side streets and check the posted signs. No Metro Rail line serves Abbot Kinney.. Most of the district is also an easy walk from Metro.
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