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Balenciaga Designer Handbags
2008-09-21 15:00:00
1918 saw the founding of Cristobal Balenciaga’s first haute couture house in San Sebastian, Spain. Local admiration for his designs was so strong that a second haute couture house was opened in Madrid and a third in Barcelona. In 1937, 10 Avenue George V became the Parisian home of Cristobal Balenciaga’s creative influence. Balenciaga’s Paris flagship store is still located at this address.Balenciaga Giant Part Time in Thyme GreenSoft vintage crafted lambskin • palladium plated metal hardware • top zip closure • hand stitched handles 6.7'' drop • removable shoulder strap 9.8'' drop • front zip pocket • leather framed hand mirror • fine textile lining • interior zip pocket with Balenciaga embossed leather tag • 16.5'' x 5.9'' x 9.1'' • lightweight 3.2 lbs • made ...
 
Joey McMakin Designer Shoes
2008-09-21 12:51:09
In high school, Joey McMakin began assembling a collection of fashionable 1950s and 60s shoes, salvaged from thrift stores or purposely purchased in their original tissue wrapping from older downtown department stores. For his senior project at Springfield (Illinois) High School, he created one beautifully styled original shoe, decorated like a piece of sculpture, recalls art teacher Jim Edwards. Joey McMakin Multicolored T-StrapA strappy front in supple calfskin with shiny patent leather at the ankle. • Self-covered chunky heel, 3¾" • Leather lining and sole • Padded insole • Made in Italy• Snip toe $705McMakin never lost his fascination with footwear. Augmented by his innate artistic talent and keen design skill, his sense of shoe style began to shine after he completed a...
 
Marie Cristine Jewelry
2008-09-20 18:15:00
Silversmith and Jewelry DesignerMarie Cristine's earliest memories of creating jewelry bring her back to a time when she was a child and friendship pins became popular. She put little beads on safety pins and give them to her friends to pin on their shoes. From that point on, she was hooked. She then moved on to embroidery thread bracelets, which satisfied her until she was older. Handcrafted Silver and Copper Scroll Work Cuff Bracelet A graceful piece to adorn your arm. This one of a kind bracelet is made with sterling silver and copper. The individual pieces were shaped by hand then soldered in place and given a brushed finish. This bracelet is a size small, it will fit a 6 inch wrist or smaller.$120Throughout her school years, Marie Cristine continued to make simple bead and hemp jewelr...
 
JLK Handcrafted Jewelry
2008-09-19 14:49:00
Jewelry with Pottery StonesEach piece of JLK jewelry is hand fabricated from sterling silver by Jennie Lorette Keatts. Many include handmade pottery cabochons, layered with glazes and accented with gold, copper, and semiprecious stones. Necklace beads include pottery beads, sterling silver, and new, vintage, and antique glass beads.Handcrafted Silver & Gold NecklaceEach necklace is one of a kind, sterling, 14k gold fill, copper, semiprecious stones, and pottery stones.Hand patterned metals, semiprecious gemstones, and pottery stones. Each piece is one of a kind.$375 and upJennie Lorette Keatts was raised in New Hampshire, and graduated with a BA from the University of Colorado. She lived in Colorado until July 1999, working and traveling in the international tourism industry. In 1996, she ...
 
Furla Designer Handbags
2008-09-19 12:02:01
The Furla family legacy began in 1927, when Aldo Furlanetto started his business as a trader in handbags, small leather goods, and other accessories. Years later in the 70s, Furlanetto's children, Giovanna, Carlo, and Paolo took over the family business, and decided to develop the Furla Handbag and Accessories brands internationally, and now are known the world over. Maintaining the tradition of a decades-long family heritage is a major priority for Furla handbags, and Aldo Furlanetto's three grandsons now work for the company. Furla Carmen Zipper XL Shopper in Grape• 11" high, 18" wide, 5 1/2" deep• Interior cell phone slip pocket• Two outer zip pockets• Magnetic snap closure• Signature silver logo• Interior zip pocket• 6 1/2" strap drop• Fabric lining• 100% lea...
 
Herve Leger Fall 2008 Fashions
2008-09-18 17:29:00
Herve Leger Fall 2008 Ready-to-WearHerve Leger was a huge fashion hit in the 80s and pioneered the body-conscious look, which has returned to the fashion spotlight in recent seasons. The label was re-launched in 2007 with BCBG designer Max Azria at the helm. His designs are a modern interpretation of the signature bandage dress and have already earned a host of stylish celebrity fans. Since its inception in 1985, the striking and sensual style of Herve Leger has attracted an international clientele, consisting of the world's most beautiful and fashionable women. Stars including Sharon Stone, Lindsay Lohan, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Charlize Theron, Beyonce Knowles, Christina Aguilera, Janet Jackson, Eva Mendes, Nicole Richie, Jessica Simpson, Eva Longoria, and Jessica Biel, to name a few, hav...
 
Matt & Nat Fall 2008 Handbags
2008-09-18 14:19:00
Eco-Friendly HandbagsCanadian handbag designer Inder Bedi founded Matt & Nat in 1997,a line of vegan accessories. He is a designer with a penchant for architecture, subculture, and bold ethics, and the company motto comes from his Indian and Sikh background: "Choose life, choose positivity, choose the golden rule, choose to be at peace with yourself, choose salvation." Inder and his business partner Manny conduct their business according to the Matt & Nat vision, and incorporate the company maxim into their everyday dealings.Matt & Nat Small Magenta Jorja Magenta vegan leather handbag with tone on tone stitching, magenta nylon lining, antique silver and black nickel hardware, and MATT & NAT logo bar. The Jorja Lg features top zipper closure and flap with a snap, 1 external zipper pocket ...
 
Whistle & Flute Designer Fashions
2008-09-17 14:00:01
Fall 2008 CollectionWhistle & Flute – a phrase of cockney rhyming slang from East London – is a fashion brand that is based on the contrast and melding of masculine and feminine, giving a thoughtful and considered edge rather than just fashion for its own sake. Taking a cue from their English husbands, partners Yoon Chang and Je-Won Hwang debuted the Whistle & Flute Collection for Fall/Winter 2007.Whistle & Flute Cascade JacketItalian funnelneck tweed with a cascading side ruffle and a mod, a-line shape. • About 28" from shoulder to hem • Three-quarter sleeves • Side slash pockets • Polyester/wool • Snap front $548 Yoon Chang came to New York from Toronto to study at the prestigious Parsons School of Design, where she was chosen from her graduating class to be part of t...
 
Jay King Jewelry
2008-09-17 12:07:00
Handcrafted Southwestern JewelryOver the past ten years, Mine Finds by Jay King has become the HSN's #1 show. To celebrate this achievement, the company opened an outlet store in Albuquerque, NM, offering retail customers amazing deals on their stunning jewelry. Jay King's company, Desert Rose Direct, designs, manufactures, and sells the highest quality sterling silver and certified semiprecious gemstone jewelry. Jay King Helianthus Jasper Silver Pendant & 18" Bead NecklaceRectangular Helianthus jasper (approx. 31x25mm) is bezel-set within a frame of polished sterling silver. A strand of square (approx. 8x8mm) and rondelle-shaped (approx. 6x4mm) Helianthus jasper beads are finished with sterling silver end caps. This South African gemstone boasts distinct patterns in shades of black and mi...
 
Francesco Biasia Fall 2008 Handbags
2008-09-16 13:46:00
A new idea of luxury: this sums up the philosophy of Francesco Biasia, a bag and accessories company based in Veneto, Italy, that today celebrates 30 years in business. The Biasia story is one of talent, passion, and managerial focus, a company that has grown from a small workshop to today's large Italian brand that is known internationally, and continues to respond to the demands of its customer base. Francesco Biasia Nikki Croc Embossed Hobo in RedPiped seams and subtle pleats shape a rich, croc-embossed hobo styled with two straps instead of one for better interior access. This snazzy bag is sexy and has room for all your necessities – interior zip, slip, and wall pockets.15 1/2"W x 14"H x 5"D. Bag sits under arm. 8" Strap drop. • Buckle detailing at the sides.• Top zip closure...
 
 
 
 
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