In the early ‘80s, aspiring actor Bill Adler began selling “Billy Belts” on the Venice boardwalk to make ends meet. Three decades later, after decamping to Oregon and building his brand designing and producing leather belts and accessories for the likes of Levi Strauss and Nike, Adler has returned to Venice with the first flagship store for his Will Leather Goods label. The spacious brick-and-reclaimed-timber space on Abbot Kinney Boulevard is a handsome backdrop for the rugged-yet-refined, Americana-flavored bags, belts and accessories that make up his men’s and women’s lines. Find classic totes, duffels, messenger bags and backpacks in supple oil-tanned leather, mixed-fabrication pieces incorporating canvas, Oaxacan rugs, upcycled coffee sacks and various other new and reclaimed textiles, plus a selection of vintage bags handpicked by Adler in his travels. Standouts in the “Found” collection include perfectly distressed U.S. Postal Service bags from the 1950s to 1970s. 1360 Abbot Kinney Blvd., Venice, 310.399.8700. willleathergoods.com