Cross-posted from our Myspace blog:
Hi Everyone,
Well, after one year, our LA kiosk is closing.
Ironically, at a time when so many independent boutiques are going under, the Westwood store is NOT a victim of the economy.
As many of you already know, our Westwood kiosk is in Native Foods’ rear alcove. Native Foods now has investors who are taking the business to the next level – the chain could even go global one day. One of the changes being implemented is an expansion of Native’s own retail sales (prepared food, books, etc. – but they won’t have shoes!), and since they need the alcove space for that, we are packing up and getting out of their hair.
There have been some rumors that we are going out of business. They are NOT TRUE. (By the way, we have a pretty good idea of who is spreading the rumors, so please knock it off. Gossiping is so tacky and vulgar!) We are just closing the smaller of our two locations because Native needs the space.
We have discussed opening a full-size store in LA (or just moving the flagship), but given the cost of opening a store in such a high-rent market, we feel it would be prudent to wait until the economy is in better shape. (Of course, if any other animal-friendly businesses in LA would like to have a Humanitaire kiosk, please let us know. )
Due to varying scheduling issues, we will have to empty the shelves this Sunday, April 5. If you live in LA, this is your last to shop in-store with us without having to make the drive down to Orange County. (As LA natives, we have to wonder – why do so many Angelenos hate OC? Yes, it’s a long drive, but the traffic is so much lighter and there’s ample parking almost everywhere. )
Bottom line: get your shopping done by Sunday afternoon, ’cause that’s when we’re clearing the shelves. All unsold Westwood stock will be taken to our Costa Mesa flagship store.
Thank you all for supporting our Westwood mini-store. We hope to see you all in Costa Mesa soon!
- The Shoe Lady
