Los Angeles Apparel Will Open Union Square Store
The retailer has secured a lease at 111 Powell St. in San Francisco.
Updated on Oct. 2, 2026 in Openings & Closings
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Los Angeles Apparel is set to expand its retail footprint with a new location at 111 Powell St. in San Francisco. The brand is moving into the Union Square district to capitalize on the high foot traffic in the area.
Why it matters
This move signals a retail investment in Union Square despite broader market shifts. By selecting a high-visibility location, the company aims to establish a physical presence in a key shopping hub.
The retailer secured its lease for 111 Powell St. through broker Julie Taylor of Colliers. This marks the fourth retail storefront for the brand since its founding in 2017.
The players
Los Angeles Apparel
This clothing company was established by Dov Charney in 2017 following his departure from his previous venture.
Dov Charney
He is an apparel entrepreneur who founded American Apparel in 1989 and later launched Los Angeles Apparel.
Uniqlo
This global clothing retailer is planning to expand its footprint in San Francisco with a new store on Market Street.
Julie Taylor
She is a broker with Colliers who managed the lease negotiations for the new Powell Street storefront.
Lids
This headwear retail chain has filed permits to open a store directly across from the new Los Angeles Apparel site.
The details
Los Angeles Apparel, founded by Dov Charney, is establishing this new shop as part of a broader expansion strategy. Other retail activity in the immediate vicinity includes Lids filing permits to open a store across the street, while Uniqlo plans a new location at 801 Market St. by October 2026.
Timeline
1989: Dov Charney founded American Apparel.
2017: Dov Charney founded Los Angeles Apparel.
October 2026: Uniqlo is expected to open at 801 Market St.
November 2026: The Powell Street Improvement Project is scheduled to break ground.
Market Landscape
The opening of a new store marks a departure from the liquidation strategy seen during the closure of American Apparel retail locations by Gildan. This investment reflects a renewed competitive interest in the Union Square retail corridor.
Shoppers in Union Square can expect a new clothing retail option to debut in the district. The addition of this brand alongside upcoming neighboring stores like Uniqlo may increase shopping variety in the downtown core.
The takeaway
Retailers continue to target high-traffic corridors like Union Square despite ongoing infrastructure projects in the city. Consumers should stay informed on local construction timelines when planning shopping trips to the downtown area.
What happens next
The Powell Street Improvement Project is expected to break ground in November 2026 and will continue for one year, potentially impacting access to storefronts along the corridor.
Further reading
For more information on retail activity in the city, visit the San Francisco Openings & Closings section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The San Francisco Standard.
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