Favorite Places: LA Flower District

Have I told you how much I love fresh flowers? And did you know that one of the things I love most about living in downtown LA is that I am merely blocks away from the LA Flower District? Can I ask for much else from life? Probably not.

It's true, I'm obsessed with florals. And, I am all about being resourceful. Luckily, Los Angeles is very resource-friendly - especially for wedding goods! All of my decorating needs (flowers, linens, craft supplies, etc) are within walking or biking distance from me, so I am fo sho taking advantage of all the resources.

If you've never been to the largest wholesale flower district in the U.S., or if you just need a fix of some fresh flower eye candy, then read along as I share with you a photo tour of one of my favorite places in my hood.


One of the main attractions of the flower district is the wholesale flower market. This is where you will find pretty much every flower imaginable. They open the market in the wee hours of the morning (2am or 5am) to those with a wholesale license, and 6am or 8am (depending on the day) to the public. I don't have a wholesale license so I've only gone during hours open to the public, although I've been meaning to look in to what is required to obtain a license...

There are actually a lot of smaller wholesale flower markets in the area. This one is just the main market, I believe. It's divided into two equally large markets with entrances on opposite sides of the street. Admission is $1 or $2, depending on the day. You can spend hours browsing through the wholesale posts located inside the markets.





How much do I love you, mini cala lillies? And the black cala lillies...I almost died from the emotion. How about you change your season to include November? Pls?

You can find any and every of dry floral products, including the coveted manzanita trees/branches...on the cheap, too!

As well as plenty of succulents.

Right across the street from the flower market is my all-time favorite craft store: Moskatels. Here, you'll find any supplies you might need for do-it-yourself projects, party supplies, or decorations. There are actually a bunch of craft stores scattered around the surrounding blocks, but this is one of the largest stores and is my personal favorite.

A snapshot of one of the ribbon-lined walls.

Vases in all shapes and sizes.

A plethora of silk and artificial flowers.

And all of your oasis foam needs.

The blocks surrounding the flower markets and craft stores are lined with small floral shops.



There are also a bunch of random art/decoration stores. I swear you can find just about anything roaming these streets.

The best part is that the flower district is open practically all day, especially on special occassions. This photo was taken at 1am the day before Mother's Day. It was just as busy as it is during the day.

See what I mean? Flowers and craft supplies up the heezy! I'd recommend this place to anyone local to the Los Angeles area for any of your floral needs, especially my fellow brides-to-be looking to do their own wedding flowers (holler!) And just a few tips: give yourself some time to roam the flower district and compare prices. Like I said, you can really spend hours upon hours in the ~5 to 6 blocks that makes up the flower district. Also, don't be afraid to bargain! You can always save at least a couple bucks if you're persistent enough. Any other questions, holler at your girl.

What's your favorite resource-friendly spot?