November 4th, 2013
Everett is a men’s tie and accessory...
October 29th, 2013
This past Friday we visited Knickerbocker Mfg. Co., a cap manufacturer that is run by three young designers in Brooklyn, NY. Knickerbocker…
September 27th, 2013
Located in Long Island City, Portchester USA is a manufacturer of handbags and leather accessories. Last week I made my way from Brooklyn to their manufacturing facility and Kulwant, the owner of…
August 12th, 2013
We had a great time visiting Michelle Vale’s handbag factory! The NYC factory was clean, organized and had a great vibe. Everyone who worked there was a pleasure to meet, and nothing is…
June 18th, 2013
Launched in 2011, PINO Portland is a line of handmade mens accessories that certainly represents the bright, bold and fun spirit of its…
June 10th, 2013
At some point, most designers will ask themselves the same question … “Should I hire a publicist or PR agency?” The role of a publicist is often misunderstood and difficult to define. Our…
April 12th, 2013
In a month, I was able find American made leather at a good price, work with a sample maker to create my first two bags, and find a handbag…
November 16th, 2012
Some of my favorite gifts I’ve received are unique items that you can’t find at big box department stores. One of the perks of living in NYC is being able to find a huge selection…
November 12th, 2012
Life as a designer / entrepreneur can be riddled with both moments immense excitement and…
October 16th, 2012
Located in Manhattan, Universal Elliot manufactures gorgeous belts for both established designers and start-up fashion lines. They help…