DTLA LIFE MAG #20 | AUGUST 2015 | Page 20

Walter Mendez, one of Los Angeles ascending designers, is taking the DTLA shopping scene to an entirely new level. Featured in WWD, California Apparel and showcased at LA Fashion Week, the Walter Collection dresses are renowned for their construction, fit, fabrication and detailing. It all comes together to create a neck-snapping wow factor that is garnering a growing roster of celebrity clients. For those of us for whom red carpets are not a natural habitat, Mendez also has a line of cocktail dresses starting at $695. Photos really don’t do these dresses justice, you should see them for yourselves. But considering how busy his Hill Street salon has become, your best bet is to call for an appointment. WALTER MENDEZ 939 South Hill Street Los Angeles, CA 90014 (213) 947 3139 www.waltercollection.com