The Faithful Fashionista: Power of the Purse

The Faithful Fashionista:
Power of the Purse
Ask any woman—your handbag makes your life, and your look! Whether you’re
searching for something to carry everything from a wallet to a computer, or for
a small clutch for an elegant lunch or dinner, several new boutiques can fit your
fashion bill. Douglas Elliman broker Faith Hope Consolo reports on the newest
additions to the avenues.
Anya Hindmarch
795 Madison Avenue (coming soon)
29 East 60th Street
Practical, stylish, luxurious—the definition of
Hindmarch’s bags, worn by royalty, celebrity, and anyone
looking for a real return on their fashion investment.
This season’s distinctly Dickensian offerings include the
Tiny Tim tote and Carker, with fabulous (and efficient)
outside pockets, and the Ebenezer cross-body in
various color combinations. Look for a relocation to take
place in the coming months.
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Ghurka
65 Prince Street (opening in October)
781 Fifth Avenue (The Sherry Netherland)
Though named for the soldiers of Nepal, Ghurka is synonymous American
craftsmanship, with each bag handmade by master artisans. The results are
bags that are made for travel, either across the street or across the world.
New designs include travel bags in linen, joining the traditional leather duffels,
attaché cases, purses and leather accessories. And the new flagship will
present the goods in an appropriate design, with early 20th century casework
paying homage to the World War I heyday of the Ghurka soldiers.
Perrin Paris
987 Madison Avenue
Located at the Carlyle Hotel, this is the New York flagship of the family-owned
French leather designer, established in 1893. While the first generation was
best known for its gloves, and an earlier store existed in New York in the 1920s,
this shop is a statement from the fourth generation of the Perrin family. Today,
they produce elegant bags, gloves and accessories, often with exotic materials
such as crocodile and python. In addition to traditional designs, look for the
stunning Ball Bag, a new spin on the bowling ball shape. (And, yes, gloves.)
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Céline
870 Madison Avenue
Still available at Bergdorf Goodman and Barneys,
the revitalized Céline’s new flagship offers a full
presentation of its apparel, and especially its
leather goods. As usual, Phoebe Philo blends the
modern with the classic: This season is about jewel
tones and classic shapes, including a shoulder bag
that combines the structure of a satchel with the
softness of a hobo, and the multi-colored trapeze
bag looks as though it’s ready for flight!
9/28/12 12:27 PM