Tarantula Clothing Company is the brain child of David C. and partner Albert R. Launching in 2006 with just men’s jackets Tarantula was officially born. David began reproducing new vintage 40’s and 50’s inspired  Men’s Wear.  He quickly heard a word or two from the ladies, DEMANDING fabulous frocks for “her” too. Our now “World Famous Capris” were one of the originals and continues to be one of our best selling styles. David is the main designer and patternmaker. Everything is hand crafted in Downtown Los Angeles. We scout out the streets searching for the best fabric we can find. All pieces are 100% originals. Many pieces are collectibles. Once we run through fabric it is not guaranteed we will find the same fabric ever again.

With help of friend, Esther “Cherrie” V. Tarantula began to sell wholesale worldwide. In June 2007, Tarantula opened a store front shop in Boyle Heights, Calif. Directly over looking downtown Los Angeles, merely minutes away. Decked out in a Tiki Fantasy world, Tarantula the Store was like no other. Sadly as the recession made it’s end way in , Tarantula was forced to close it’s doors Feb. 2009. Continuing to sell wholesale, retail was not looking pretty.

Since our humble beginning, Tarantula is now stocked in most continents around the world, has had numerous articles, blogs, and national and local TV exposure. Entering 2011, Tarantula continues to manufacture and produce amazing clothes inspired by the 1940’s and 1950’s.  No other company is quite like us and if you buy a piece of tarantula you’ll know why! Tarantula continues to work with only 3 members of our crew, who live the lifestyle and so should you! Welcome to our family!

PLEASE CONTACT US IF YOU ARE A STORE OWNER OR BUYER AND WOULD LIKE TO STOCK TARANTULA CLOTHING!