The purse was actually a Man’s before a Woman’s
In the beginning the purse was actually a man’s accessory before a woman’s. In ancient Egypt hieroglyphics depict men carrying pouches around their waste. In 2012, the oldest purse was discovered in Germany, studded with dog teeth and dated between 2200 and 2500 BC. The oldest handbag is a 700 year old clutch found in […]
The Perfect Summer Companion: Choosing the Right Handbag for the Season
As the sun shines brighter and the days grow warmer, it’s time to bid farewell to heavy winter accessories and embrace the light and breezy essentials of summer. Among these essentials, the handbag stands out as a quintessential accessory that not only complements your outfit but also serves as a practical companion for your summer […]
The beginning of “Birkin”
In 1984 the “Birkin” bag was created by Jean-Louis Dumas simply because of a conversation on an airplane trip between an actress/singer named “Jane Birkin” and Jean-Louis. Jane explained her needs in a luxurious yet functional bag and so began the makings of “Birkin” Each bag is crafted by artisans who spend a minimum of […]
“Coach” in the beginning
The now famous “Coach” began as a company known as “Manhattan Leather Bags” in 1941. Husband and wife, Miles and Lillian Cahn began the family run company with 6 leather workers in a loft on 34th street in Manhattan. The couple was inspired by the baseball glove. The high grain leather and stitching of the […]
Affordable “Designer” Handbags
With the economy the way it is, hamburgers $12.+, monthly groceries up $200 a month, from last year, rents at crazy prices, buying a “famous” designer handbag seems nearly impossible for the majority of us. Which budget do you cut in order to save for that beautiful handbag? Food? Gas? The kids education? No! You […]