Washington, DC (ContentDesk) November 17, 2005 -- Finding unique gifts for friends and family doesnt need to be a chore. Forget about navigating crowded malls and sifting through the same old mass produced stuff, looking for the gems that just arent there. Indulge the ones you love with stylish, handcrafted goods this holiday season with the Holiday Gift Guide from independent handbag label Holland Cox (http://www.hollandcox.com).I believe that wearable, handcrafted art is the ultimate luxury, said Valerie Williams, owner of and designer behind Holland Cox. And I believe that luxury should be available to everyone. Youll find something for everyone on your list when you visit our Holiday Gift Guide, and maybe even something for yourself!The Holiday Gift Guide features some of Holland Coxs most popular items, including the wristlet, the envelope clutch, and the city tote, plus the skinny wallet for the men on your list.
Youll also find stocking stuffers made with the same beautiful fabrics and attention to detail as the handbags, including fabric card cases and reversible sash/belts. Every item in the Gift Guide is completely handcrafted by Ms. Williams from her original patterns. These items, on sale until December 31, 2005, are available online at http://www.hollandcox.com/giftguide.html.
To make holiday shopping even easier, free shipping and free gift wrap are available on everything in the Gift Guide until December 31, including gift certificates worth $25, $50, or $100.About Holland CoxHolland Cox is a company founded on the idea that high fashion does not have to be mass-produced, ridiculously priced, or covered in logos.
At Holland Cox, wearable, handcrafted art is the ultimate luxury, and fashion is about individuality. Holland Cox customers dont want to look like everybody else. Every item is limited edition and completely designed and handcrafted by Valerie Williams. We strive to provide our customers with beautiful products that are well made, reasonably priced, and incredibly stylish..
Handbags as a Symbol of Female Power
Have you ever thought of a handbag as a symbol of female power and authority? Of course everyone is different so a purse for one person may mean something totally different and unique for another but let's look at handbags from a different perspective.The press of England has spent time and effort speculating and commenting on ex-Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher's handbag. To quote "The Times" in June, 1982 written by Julian Critchley, "She...tends to believe the worst of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office. She cannot see an institution without hitting it with her handbag..."It's obvious that the press equates Margaret Thatcher's handbag with her assertion of power and the ability to impose her will. If you look closely, you will notice that her handbags closely resemble the Queen Mother's handbags. Is is because both of these powerful women choose the same type of bag or is Ex-Prime Minister Thatcher deliberately mimicking this female symbol of ultimate authority in her country? Negotiations...
Handbags as a Symbol of Female Power
Linell Ellis Handbags and Accessories Donates 25% of Sales to the Johns Hopkins Breast Center for Breast Cancer Research
For Immediate ReleaseWashington, DC ? October 16, 2003 ? Linell Ellis, LLC. (http://www.LinellEllis.com), the hottest emerging fashion accessory designer, will donate 25% of sales of the Pink Croc Tote to the Johns Hopkins Breast Center in Baltimore Maryland. The Johns Hopkins Breast Center is a comprehensive, multidisciplinary breast care program, offering a full spectrum of clinical and support services, from screening and diagnosis to treatment and counseling. The Center provides innovative, integrated, high quality and cost-effective care. As part of the world renowned Johns Hopkins Hospital, the Breast Center stands at the forefront of breast cancer research and treatment.
The Center's state-of-the-art technologist and highly skilled medical professionals are internationally recognized. Patients who visit the Breast Center have access to the most advanced tests and therapies available anywhere. "We're very excited about...
Linell Ellis Handbags and Accessories Donates 25% of Sales to the Johns Hopkins Breast Center for Breast Cancer Research
Andr? Ross Creates Bespoke Handbag For Super Model
Paris, FRANCE (ContentDesk) January 6, 2006 -- Andr? Ross today announced it had created a special and unique bespoke, custom-made handbag for one of Asia's Super Models, Miss Eunis Chan. Miss Chan is one of the most sought after Super Models in Asia and was recently a part of the expansion of Andr? Ross in the Far East when she was a lead model in the opening of the Andr? Ross Far East flagship boutique in Hong Kong at IFC.The bespoke handbag requested by Miss Chan features the Andr? Ross signature 23K gold hardware and Italian leather. This unique piece has a body of a unique Italian pony hair with beautifully dappled black and white, to make it one of the most unique handbags created this year.Miss Chan said, "I am truly honoured for such a prestigious Paris brand to make a bespoke handbag just for me."
This special and unique handbag will be called the 'Eunis' in honor of Miss Chan.About Andr? Ross Andr? Ross is based on the simple proposition that European and increasingly...
POUCH PETS FOUND ON DOORSTEPS
Mission Viejo CA. Alive & Kicking Enterprises,Inc., maker of Pouch Pets, recently announced that Pouch Pets, those fun, soft fabric pouch-like handbags in animal shapes, can now be ordered online at www.pouchpets.com just in time for the holidays. "Pouch Pets are unique and each one is cuter than the next," says Gary Geyer, the designer and manufacturer."
There are eleven different Pouch Pets in the line --three different dogs (a Dachshund, a Beagle and a Scottie) a cat, a bunny, a duck, a whale, a dolphin, an elephant, a pig and a hippo.They are all designed in very colorful eye-catching fabrics.
"Girls of all ages seem to want one or another. They all have their favorite," says Geyer."They make great, inexpensive holiday gifts and are very hard to resist if you're a parent or grandparent.
Everyone seems to know a young girl who would love one," says Geyer."We're also getting calls...
POUCH PETS FOUND ON DOORSTEPS
LaPora Designs Introduces Customizable Wedding Handbag Collection
LaPora Designs enters the wedding market with handbags and keepsakes designed to add flair to any wedding party. The company offers a collection of unique themes for brides to choose from. Each theme can be carried throughout all of the wedding-day accessories, including the bride's bag, bags for the bridesmaids, mother-of-the-bride bags, the ring bearer's pillow and a covered photo album. "Weddings make for exciting special occasions. LaPora Designs believes that every detail should reflect the bride's personal style.
We're able to help her vision of a perfect day come true with unique bags, pillows and albums that are specially made with her in mind," said Caletha Crawford, designer, LaPora Designs. "The handbags are not only great accessories, but wonderful bridesmaid gifts."The collection is available in a variety of evening fabrics, including satin, silk and taffeta with floral, lace, ribbon and beaded embellishments. The current line features four themes: theWillow, a delicate...
LaPora Designs Introduces Customizable Wedding Handbag Collection