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Kristi Mini hobo, nappa lambskin, $450
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| 1. | Hello, I am emailing you for advice. I am having a hard to find a manufacture that I can trust to manufacture my bag. Do you have any pointers or if you can recommend a manufacture that would be great. Thanks crawfordbelinda@sbcglobal.net - Belinda Crawford from TX, March 10, 2009. | | 2. | Hi Belinda! I guess Danielle Nicole doesn't manufacture anywhere??? I can offer one place, in China, Best Mount...look them up. I amin this business and they can be trusted...Best Wishes on your success - another bag designer from ca, usa, May 18, 2009. |
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| When I was a student, I apprenticed at design houses
such as Fendi, Hermes, Prada, YSL, and Armani. There, I became transfixed by the
design and manufacturing process, and gave me the inspiration I needed to create
my own line. Danielle Nicole is a line of luxury handbags that are designed with
a concentration on functionality. Many of our bags have adjustable straps with
outside, easy access pockets. I prefer to use nappa lambskin. It is soft, light
weight, and conforms to the body. A unique feature of the collection is the
lining. All Danielle Nicole bags are lined with washable ultra suede in
anticipation of make- up spills. The stain will come out with a little soap and
water.
Danielle Nicole was established in 2006. In early 2007, the cosmetic buyer at
Bergdorf Goodman asked me to design an exclusive line of luxury cosmetic bags.
Soon, the handbag buyers were quick to notice the success of the cosmetic bag
line and the line expanded into handbags. Orders soon followed from Saks Fifth
Avenue , Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, Bloomingdales, Holt Renfrew, CUSP and many
other specialty stores.My line is fun and functional. I like to take the average
day into account when I design. Many of my bags have outside pockets for keys,
cell phones, and metro pass. I like to see bags that can be worn in various
ways. The straps on a variety of styles are adjustable. That way it is up to the
consumer if she wants to wear it as a messenger or over the shoulder.
Well my biggest disaster story actually happened not during the design process,
but during the buying process. I had a meeting with Cusp, and 15 minutes before
I had to meet the buyers down in Texas, I got locked out of my car that had all
of the bag samples and my clothes for the meeting. Thankfully I was able to find
help and mend the problem in time, but I certainly don't ever want to have that
feeling of panic again! My greatest achievement in this process is the reason
why it is all worth it. There have been occasions where I have seen strangers
walking down the street carrying my bags. Everyone is their own toughest critic
and to see that consumers are responding to my designs has been the most
satisfying feeling that has made ever struggle worth it.
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What is your name? |
Danielle DiFerdinando |
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Where are you from? |
Maryland |
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Where do you live now? |
New York |
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How old are you? |
22 |
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Do you have a design background? |
Yes, I went to FIT for fashion merchandising and accessory design |
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Do you still have a day job? |
No. |
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What year were your bags born? |
2006 |
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Bag brand name: |
Danielle Nicole |
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What is their retail price range? |
$180 - $550 |
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Where can a shopper buy your bags? |
Bergdorf Goodman, Holt Renfrew, Neiman Marcus |
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For more information, contact: |
www.danielle-nicole.com |
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