Furla Aims to Boost Affordable Luxury Sales

Italian handbag maker Furla is hoping to more than double its sales in the next five years. The company plans to do that by opening new stores and making inroads into the affordable luxury market. Furla is considering taking on debt or listing its stock in order to raise revenue to open new stores. Furla’s […]

Tina Craig Designs Snob Essentials Handbags

Fashion blogger Tina Craig, who has reviewed thousands of handbags, has launched her own handbag line called Snob Essentials. She has tried to create handbags that address features that she believes are lacking in other handbags. Craig’s handbags are designed to be fashionable, functional, high quality, and a good value. She designed them to appeal […]

LVMH and Hermes Reach Settlement

LVMH Moet Hennessy Louis Vuitton and Hermes surprised the luxury goods industry when they reached an unexpected settlement in a long-running battle on September 3. The two companies had been locked in a four-year legal “handbag war.” LVMH, the world’s leading luxury group, agreed to relinquish most of its 23.2 percent stake in Hermes and […]

Pink Tulips Gives Celebrities Handbags at Emmys Event

Representatives of handbag maker Pink Tulips attended a special celebrity gifting event hosted by the Borgnine Group to celebrate the 2014 Primetime Emmy Awards in Los Angeles. Pink Tulips was hand-picked to participate in the celebrity event, which included the stars of hit shows including True Blood, The Middle, Mad Men, Breaking Bad, Raising Hope, […]

Which Handbag Style Is Right for You?

The right handbag can be the perfect compliment to any fashion. Here are some tips to help you choose the right one to match your style. A patent handbag is perfect for daily use. Whether you need a bag for work or a casual get-together, a patent handbag is the ideal choice. Oversized handbags are […]

How to Choose a Handbag That Will Stand the Test of Time

Handbags can be pricey, so you want to choose one that will be a wise investment. When selecting a handbag, you want to pick one that will stand the test of time in terms of both style and quality. Here are some tips to help you choose the right handbag. Select a high-quality handbag. You […]

Coach Makes Changes to Boost Sales

Coach announced recently that its profits exceeded estimates. It was a welcome piece of good news for the brand that has been struggling to maintain its position in the handbag industry. According to Bloomberg, Coach has been experiencing a decline in sales for the past four quarters. Its shares have fallen 39 percent since the […]

Handbag Designers Use Fur in Fall Collections

Handbag designers are competing with each other to capture the attention of wealthy customers. The hottest trend in luxury handbags this fall is fur. Popular designers, including J. Mendel, Brunello Cuccinelli, Valentino, Burberry, Fendi, Marchesa, Donna Karan, Marni, and Derek Lam have introduced fall collections featuring fur-lined handbags. Fashion designers are trying to appeal to […]

Kate Spade Introduces Fall Handbag Collection

Kate Spade’s fall 2014 collection was previewed in a fashion show at the Raffles Hotel on July 14. The collection includes handbags, clutches, dresses, and shoes with designs and patterns inspired by elements of Asian culture. Pret-a-Portea, Raffles Makati’s collaboration with Kate Spade, was also launched at the event. The Transcontinental Express collection includes pieces […]

Ela Handbags Offer Simple Elegance

Swedish designers Ela and Martin Aldorrson have created a line of trendy ela handbags that are now being sold at Saks Fifth Avenues around the country. The handbags are known for their simple elegance. The Aldorssons select a theme every season that serves as the basis for the handbags’ designs and colors. Ela Aldorsson often […]