THE HISTORY OF KRAFF'S CLOTHING
Kraff’s Clothing has been a fixture in historical downtown Toppenish, WA, since the 1940's. Originally a clothing store for men and women, it was owned and operated by Sol & Clara Kraff. Kraff’s was purchased by its present owners, Dan & Margie Johnson, in 1970, after Mr. Kraff passed away.
Kraff’s Clothing has been a fixture in historical downtown Toppenish, WA, since the 1940's. Originally a clothing store for men and women, it was owned and operated by Sol & Clara Kraff. Kraff’s was purchased by its present owners, Dan & Margie Johnson, in 1970, after Mr. Kraff passed away.
Since being purchased by the Johnsons, Kraff’s has undergone many changes. Located on the Yakama Indian Reservation, Kraff’s had always stocked a small selection of Indian blankets commonly used by the Yakama’s and other tribes for many religious ceremonies and for gift giving. Brands such as Pendleton and Hudson Bay could be found in the store. These colorful blankets hung on the walls high above tailored brands of clothing such as Christian Dior, Hart, Shaffner & Marx, and Ralph Lauren-all of which are still available today.
