I treated myself to a leather jacket here. Not something I would typically buy for myself, but they had such a beautiful selection. I just couldn't resist. Such friendly and knowledgeable, staff and owners. I would highly recommend this place for anyone looking to make a nice other purchase. They also have really nice hats as well and some pretty neat jewelry. Elise was the sales person that helped me out and she was so incredibly helpful and was able to give me all the information I needed, even pointed me towards a tailorOK I closer to where I live that can help me make alterations to other existing leather pieces that I have at home read more

I had a great shopping experience at First Street Leather in SOLVANG, CA. My salesperson was Elise Ennis, who helped me shop for two beautiful necklaces for my granddaughters. She wrapped them up with their beautiful Brighton gift bags, and they are ready for gift giving. I also bought a pair of Brighton sunglasses that were marked 70% off. They had some small scuff marks on the frames and Elise touched them up for me and look brand new. Thank you Elise for your kindness and look forward to shopping at your store in the near future. Elissa Putzel read more

Elise at First Street Leather was absolutely amazing. She was incredibly kind, helpful, and took the time to really educate us about the products and craftsmanship. On top of that, she shared great travel tips for the area which made our visit even better. Her customer service made the whole experience feel personal and welcoming. If you stop by, definitely ask for Elise -- she made our visit memorable! read more

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Loved this store! Everything in it was gorgeous. They carry upper scale, high quality, items. Jackets, purses, hats, shoes, boots, accessories, oh my! The service, thank you Tara, was excellent. I bought a pair of boots and had I had a ton of money I would have bought half the store! I highly recommend this shop. read more

Quite good. Prices are pretty reasonable, good if you want a lamb skin leather jacket, or access to a lot of small name european brands hard to find in US. Value is pretty good for such a touristy part of CA. Their clearance is worth the stop alone, I got a pair of spanish leather sneakers with memory foam insoles for 50 bucks off retail. read more

TLDR: Customer Service: A+. Availability to Try Before Buy: A+. Sizing and Shipping Requests: A+. Tip: Come with credit cards, don't look at the price, and leave with smiles. :) - - - - - - Never would I have expected to stumble upon a leather store and be exposed to expensive fashion while visiting Solvang, but I really enjoyed the experience at First Street Leather. This was my first ever experience at a leather store, and i was amazed at their variety of products. But coming from a frugal mindset, those $$$ were scary. In particular, I remembered seeing a coyote fur piece in the Ks... (Maybe I'll get there one day...) My friends and I tried on a couple pieces, and we eventually purchased one of their highlights - a pink parka. I appreciated how Elsie (I hope i spelled that right) encouraged a customer to wear what they felt comfortable in / enjoyed versus what gender it was marketed for. I ended up enjoying one of their pieces so much that I ended up thinking about it the entire night... and I'm so glad I picked up her business card. Elsie was quick to help out and even mentioned that shipping was free if we wanted it shipped to our home address. While I was hesitant on the pricing, I thought about it for days and eventually sniped what was the LAST size on the product I wanted. The piece arrived in a day, and I was impressed with the care taken in packaging. For storage, they even provided a high-quality hangar and complimentary bag! read more

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I want to praise the store owner and Elise, the sale staff that help us with our purchases and the educational product knowledge that encouraged us to buy. From the beginning of greeting us to insisting us with the product knowledge help my brother and I to purchased. She explained the quality of my vest and shoes and how to upkeep to maintain it classy looks. She continues to help with our questions and sizing and did not leave until we where satisfied with her answers. I am a very detail person and she help me find the color and correct size. She helped me norrow down the color of my vest that looks best on me. She has demonstrated a concern for her customers to be satisfied. She helped me pick my vest and shoes as well as helping my brother. My brother and I brought two shoes and a vest. That's what we think about this store products with the excellent help of Elise. It takes more than a store to be successful to have good products, which this store has, but you need a sale staff that cares and helpful and make you feel like you belong here. My rule is good products with EXCELLENT customer service will make this store a success. I've owned multiple business and I am hardcore to excellent customer service. ELISE has fit the position of excellent customer support. If I was still in business, she is who I would hire. Job well done Elise. First leather store has Elise as a great asset to the business. I will return again, great product and Elise excellent service. I don't like to write reviews because I am busy but a compliment is due to Elise and everybody who deserves it. Thank you again Elise. I'll be back......CHOWBOY aka Mel read more

Absolutely the best leather store in town Nick and Elise were outstanding professional, very knowledgeable about everything in the store very friendly. Definitely will return back to the store. Anyone in Solvang come on down and get you some of this good letter. read more

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I had the best experience at First Street Leather, in Solvang CA. Thanks to Elise Ennis, an experienced and very helpful salesperson, I bought a beautiful bright blue trench coat! She knew what was best for me, and she helped me choose among the extensive choice in the store. Well done Elise! read more

We've been loyal customers of your leather store in Solvang for some time. We have always enjoyed shopping there. However, I am writing to express my outrage and deep disappointment regarding a racist incident I experienced in your store during a recent visit. As a Hispanic gay entrepreneur and resident of Solvang, I was appalled by the offensive remark I overheard. An older saleswoman, wearing a hat, make a shockingly derogatory comment. She stated, "I don't go to Santa Maria because of all the beaners." This remark was made in front of two of her coworkers. One coworker, a redheaded woman, promptly went into the back room, and the other, wearing a ponytail, walked away. Disturbingly, neither of them made any attempt to challenge or address this inappropriate racist white trash comment. This business has lost its class. Many others in this community also agree. read more

I highly recommend making a purchase here! On top of having beautiful high-quality shoes, bags, accessories, and jewelry - their customer service is top notch! I had a small issue with a bracelet I purchased last month on a vacation in Solvang...I contacted them and they responded right away, immediately sent me a return label, and shipped the replaced item within a day. Great customer service is a rarity these days and this business deserves 10 stars if I could give them!!! I will definitely be back next time I visit! read more

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I went into First Street Leather with my Dad on a busy Saturday afternoon. Elise was working in the shoe department. My dad was looking at Remy jackets. Dad finally was able to get Elise's attention. She'd been with the same shoe customers for 25 minutes. The other man and woman employees were playing on their phones at the cash register. When we got Elise's attention she politely explained to the shoe customer's that she would be back. Elise thought my Dad who was standing where the Remy jackets were was choking. Luckily, he was just laughing too hard. I told him he'd find a new wife wearing a Remy and he lost it!!! Anyway, nurse Elise ran to his side. We apologized from taking her away from her shoe customers. Elise said, "I thought your Dad was choking and I was there to save him, lets go." Well we ended up buying the beautiful handcrafted Remy!! Hey Elise, Thanks for your help. You're a hard working, lovely, and dedicated sales professional. Thank you!! My Dad wears his Remy all of the time. 10 Stars for you!!!!!! read more

This store welcomes you with the smell of leather !! It's wonderful and makes you want to try on every jacket !! So many styles and colors !! Shoes are amazing so original and just gorgeous!! Last year we purchased some boots for my husband this year for Valentine's Day my husband bought me a Brighton purse !! Just fabulous!! Elise, Travis and Tara were the best !! They all gave great customer service and showed us all Brighton collection !! You must go by there !! Buy yourself a nice gift you deserve it!! Souvenir from Solvang !! read more

we stumbled upon this store on a stroll through Solvang and I am so glad that we did! I fell in love with a particular hat but was fixated on a size that was almost impossible to find but our sales person was the sweetest lady ever and made it a mission to find it!! The owner was super nice too and explained how the leather was made. Great experience overall and will definitely shop from again!!! read more

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I didn't purchase anything but I did have a pleasant experience with the intention of shopping will be coming back 10/10 would recommend.

Amazing selection of leather products! Unsurpassed excellence in customer service! My very favorite shop in Solvang and the best leather store anywhere! read more

Came in this Sunday and immediately saw an item I wanted to try on. Travis was so helpful and accommodating. He knew what he was talking about. This was a huge purchase so I told him maybe next time. He was so kind, gave us a business card for first street leather. Walking around My husband told me just do it get it. Came back Travis welcomed me back and I asked to see the item again along with one similar. Tried on more various coats! I was so in love. Just all the information that was given and the reassurance if anything were to happen a stain or needed to have this item personally detailed Travis said he would be there to help if I had any other further questions. Also picked up a super nice cashmere wool shawl. Thank you again Travis for all of your help! read more

Love this store. My husband, who does not like to shop bought 4 pairs of shoes, a leather vest and two belts. High quality leather read more

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Thanks bunches to Travis & team for the gorgeous sell!! We bought a really rare wallet in the shop where we received top notch service, loyalty in sales and a very happy set of customers to return. We appreciate you and will highly recommend you!! read more

Stopped in while passing through town and Elise was so helpful in finding what I was looking for, thank you so much!

Travis is always helpful and belts and hats are always available. Stop in and check out there selection

Fiancé and I bought two leather jackets, two pairs of shoes and two belts here. Totally wasn't planning on it, just wanted a belt. But, Travis was so knowledgeable and his customer service was impeccable. I wish I was as passionate about my trade as he is. The jackets were super reasonably priced and he had numerous styles. I ended up using my jacket in my engagement photos. I look forward to visiting his store again in the future for all of my leather needs. read more

Solvang has a lot of little specialty shops, and this little gem is special indeed! I didn't know how much I NEEDED a new purse and a sexy leather jacket till I walked in the door. Being pregnant in wine country is hard-- but it makes it a lot easier to take on larger purchases for quality items without pushback from your spouse. LOL - IMO, that is. Though the shop may be small, it is quite well stocked with a wonderfully surprising selection of wallets, belts, bags, hats, jackets, shoes, bolo ties and more. Things I've never seen elsewhere. Things you can't find at a mall. Prices were not cheap- but in this case, I feel, you really do get what you pay for. (I get so many compliments on my jacket!) The staff was really friendly and helpful. Would definitely shop here again :) read more

Every time I go on one of my wine pilgrimages to California Central Coast (Santa Barbara, Paso Robles), I like to stop by First Street Leather. I don't buy every time I visit, but I love their line up and am especially a sucker for their Remy brand of leather goods and jackets. Excellent customer service; they seem to always remember me, and what I had bought on previous store visits. It makes it easier to find something new that would complement what I already wear. Thank you First Street Leather. read more

My family and I came in for a nice look around. After coming in and picking a nice hat for myself to purchase, one of the employees, a yellow haired white woman, made it a point to make a beeline straight for my family, treating us as if we were going to steal. After having that profiling done, I of course left the store not purchasing anything. I will never step foot in that store again ,and I strongly suggest to think twice before you go inside if you are a person of color. Over all very disappointing and a very upsetting visit. read more

Great little shop with large selection of shoes, boots, hats, and wallets. I purchased a testesterone man's boot from here 6-7 months ago. When the bottom sole started coming apart, I emailed the store. They said it was still under warranty and sent me a replacement. The return process was a breeze and customer service has been very helpful. Unfortunately the replacement boot got damaged on the first day I wore it. So I reached out to them again, they were super helpful - again. I ended up sending the replacement one back to First Street Leather, and they tried repairing it. Couple days later, I was told they repaired it but it wasnt to their satisfaction. So they gave me an option to either get a full refund or choose another boot. They have a great selection, so I picked one and we confirmed the delivery date. Waiting for my new boots to arrive in a couple of days. Big thank you to Jena for making this process a breeze! Kudos to the owners for creating and sustaining such a customer friendly work culture. read more

Love First Street Leather! Love the staff and the customer service. Also the products are beautiful and amazing! Got a beautiful jacket as well as boots here, do yourself a huge favor and shop here!!!!!! read more

First Street Leather - Leather Goods Near Me - Solvang, California

Been to this establishment numerous times through the years. Always a pleasure and enjoy looking at the merchandise. Unfortunately today my husband and I were very disappointed. My husband asked the sales lady if they carried a leather pocket pen protector. She wasn't sure but went to ask someone in the back. While my husband was waiting I was browsing around, I heard the young lady ask a man in the back behind the mirrored doors if they carried the protector only to hear his sarcastic remark and a bunch of giggling that they are not a Staples Store. Really? So rude. We will not shop here ever again. Such a shame for you when I was going to purchase a $350.00 Brighton bag.. read more

Love this shop! They have good quality products for reasonable prices. My friend was in Italy this summer and said the prices are pretty comparable. Plus the staff is so nice and helpful. This year they had the cutest animal keychain made from leather. I had to buy one. So cute! Check this place out! read more

Wonderful little store in Solvang. Friendly ladies who worked in the store. Knowledge of products was great. My wife bought a couple of pairs of shoes and has enjoyed wearing them since we purchased them. read more

Pro: -Great leather products -Friendly staff -Local for when you don't want to order off the internet -Leather smells good ;) Con: -No locals discount that I am or was aware of -Products are $$$ read more

Travis and his team are awesome! Always welcoming, friendly and helpful. Whenever I've had a request for a piece of Brighton jewelry that wasn't in the store, a call was made to Brighton, ordered and mailed to me when it arrived in the store. Recently when a bracelet broke, Travis had it sent in to Brighton & followed up after an untimely delay. The bracelet was mailed to me quickly after his call. read more

I stumbled across First Street Leather while I was visiting Solvang on a weekend trip. I ended up falling in love with a jacket there, which I ended up buying a week later online Bc I couldn't take my mind off of it. About a month later, an evil man child spilt some hand sanitizer on it causing some cosmetic issues. I was devastated. I reached out to the store to see if they had any recommendations on repair. The owner Philip reached out to me directly and asked me to send the jacket in, so he could see what he could do. He went above and beyond to resolve the issue and was a pleasure to do business with. Both Philip and the manager Travis are the definition of superb customer service, which are words I don't think I have ever used for any store before. If your in Solvang, CA and don't visit this store, then you have waisted a day of your life that could have been great. Something to think about. read more

While strolling thru town we visited this shop. My wife fell in love with a beaver jacket. It is well made and looked great on her. We have purchased clothing in their "sister" store in Solvang and I know they don't carry schlock. My mother worked in the New York garment industry all her life and I know good stitching from the times I would visit the various textile converters she worked at. From what I could see (wallets, purses, clothing and textiles) they sell quality merchandise. A great present for my wife on our 39th wedding anniversary. read more

This is an amazing leather store. My family and I always stop by here in Solvang. Great location with an amazing staff. I just order a wallet here for my boyfriend and the website had a chat option to get in touch with a staff member and Cynthia did an absolutely amazing job helping me with my order. Big thank you for Cynthia and Tara for packing my order with care. Love you guys!! Can't wait to give the gift to my boyfriend:))) read more

This place has it all purses coats bags shoes Custom coats whatever ur heart desires !! The service was impeccable. The products were extraordinary A lot of one of a kinds. Imports ans hand made perfection. The prices are steep but to me if u want good quality that will Last forever get it here! Can't wait to my next visit to buy my next timeless piece!! read more

I had been on the lookout for a brown moto jacket for a while and found First Street Leather during a Solvang trip. Travis, the general manager, was very professional, honest, and helpful in finding me the correct size. When they didn't have the style and size I needed in stock, he called the rep with the manufacturer to order one for me. Travis kept me in the loop until the jacket arrived, which took longer than usual due to customs and shipping, so he discounted the jacket for me and covered the shipping, which I thought was very generous. The jacket arrived within two business days. Travis was very knowledgeable about leather maintenance, attentive, and sets a high standard for good business practices. Based on my experience, I would highly recommend them. read more

Gina and Tara from first street leather are super welcoming and suuuper personable. Thanks for being so kind to me and my friends. Ps leave the hair Gina! You look fantastic!! read more

Wow! What a beautiful selection of leather coats, furs, belts, purses, hats, shoes... everything! The smell of leather and the super friendly staff make a look in this shop worth the time. And their amazing products are priced very reasonably - the Remy coat that I looked at was $100 less than the same coat at Nordstrom! They also had some amazing knit fur from a designer named Paula Lishman and some really cool possum fur sweaters that they said they import from New Zealand directly. They even have an online store: http://www.firststreetleather.com/ read more

Walked in today to take a peek at the leather goods advertised on the Hotel Santa Ynez Valley station - this place was featured, so I figured I'd check it out in person. The staff was friendly and attentive and *most importantly* didn't BUG THE HELL out of you with "can I help you.. can I help you.. let me know if I can help you.. looking for something in particular.. can I help you" ARGH! Stop asking me again and again! OK, so this place has a lot of leather goods.. I do mean A LOT. Jackets, hats, gloves, purses, shoes.. they have it all. Their prices seem competitive to other leather good stores that exist in 'touristy' areas. I found a brand here called Hobo Bags (the staff told me they were an American design but manuf in China.. he wanted to point out that I look at the stitching and leather quality to see that although manu if China, it was *very* well made). It seems everything these days is made in China :S What do you do? The Hobo bags are SO nice and SO elegant and very unique in leather colors and styles. I really, really, really wanted to buy one. But I have officially put all purchases of purses and bags and wallets on hold.. I simply have more than enough and don't 'need' anymore, so I will use what I got until they break or tear. waaaaaaa! If I didn't have this limitation, I would've bought a Hobo bag.. beautiful colors, styles and this place carried a lot of their work. They also had this whole trendy Brighton jewelry too.. I don't get it, but whatever. Friendly staff, good selection, pricey buys, but from what I saw they were of high quality. read more