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| Cindy, small clutch coin purse, Vinyl and Calico, $40
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Christie, Tote, Tie and dye with Denim , $150 |
Elizabeth, Clutch, Indian Sari Fabric , $250 |
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| I am currently an AAS degree student at Parsons School
for Design. My major is in Fashion studies. However, I have had a keen interest
and passion in handbag designing and took a course in 2005 at the School of
fashion design Newbury St. Boston. I have so many ideas in handbag designing and
aspire to build up my own line in the near future that will be an extension of a
fashion design line. However, I am open to freelance and other opportunities. I
am currently looking to sell my line in boutiques or stores.
The major materials used for my bags range from African inspired prints to
unique fabrics. I work mostly with fabrics but I am open to using leather and
hardware materials if need be. My target audience is the 18 - 34 year old
bracket. Who are looking for a variety of chic silhouettes that want a bag that
will either match their clothes as I can do custom made bags or that want an
every day bag.
My line got started after I did my course in handbag design and created
samples that a lot of people admired. Its simplicity yet sophistication. Also
the use of fabrics and detailing by using shearing and pockets etc that you will
find on a garment onto the bags.
My most recent nightmare took place when I was in the process of sending my
samples to a reputable company, the buyer had contacted me at the last minute to
say they were interested in a sample that they were previously not interested
with. However the sample had already been sent off to another buyer so I was in
a tight corner. However in the end I had to inform her of what happened and she
was willing to wait for the sample. So I learnt I my lesson to have at least
more than one sample at any given time. However, the greatest achievement
I am gaining from my handbag making is self satisfaction and fulfillment which I
think is necessary to find with something in this life....
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What is your name? |
Nkechi Ugbolue |
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Where are you from? |
Boston |
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Where do you live now? |
New York |
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How old are you? |
30 |
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Do you have a design background? |
Yes. |
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Do you still have a day job? |
Yes. |
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What year were your bags born? |
2005 |
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Bag brand name: |
Beatrice Riley |
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What is their retail price range? |
$50+ |
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Where can a shopper buy your bags? |
nbugbolue@hotmail.com |
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For more information, contact: |
nbugbolue@hotmail.com |
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