Handbags ForThe Holidays

By Sherrie Wilkolaski

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Handbags ForThe Holidays

By Sherrie Wilkolaski

There are so many choices when it comes to fashion accessories, and handbags are no exception. As you make your way to the local shopping

mall and sit on Santa’s lap, whichhandbag will you be asking for this holiday season? We talked with twohandbag designers who showcaseclassic styles, and new materials that are sure to please a woman of anyage on Christmas morning.

Sheena Sujan High-end Style with a Classic LookSheena Sujan was launched in the fall of 2013. Celebrities such as Giuliana Rancic, Demi Lovato and KimKardashion have all been seen wearinga Sheena Sujan handbag on their arm.

As one of the world’s most exclusive purveyors of luxury leather handbags and accessories, Sheena Sujan’s rich history and tradition of excellence shine through like the proverbial diamond in the rough. Her leather goods are crafted in the same Italian province where top global luxury brands have produced their accessories since the early 1900s. Every handbag is constructed by expert artisans and masterfully cut and stitched together by hand, using only the finest Italian leathers and exotic skins. This heritage equates to an exquisite collection of simplistic-timeless elegance.

Sheena’s thoughts on why handbagsare such a status symbol: “In myopinion, a handbag is the final touch to an outfit. A well-made designer handbag is extremely striking and canbe noticed from far away. Carrying a designer that has a signature look shows others what kind of style thewearer wishes to portray.”

Have you wondered if shoes need to match the bag? “Ideally, it would be nice if the shoes matched the bag. However, as long as women feel confident when carrying a Sheena Sujan handbag, that’s what matters the most to me.”

The Sheena Sujan emblem is fabled in ancient history, as a creature of regal beauty. The two-headed tiger stands strong; she’s the master of her own destiny, a legend in both the ancient and modern world. Her majesty and exclusivity foretell tales of royalty and might.

In the month of October, 20% of each sale is given to the Susan G. Komen Foundation to help find a cure for breast cancer. Sheena says, “I’m a strong advocate of women helping women, and I’m always looking for new and exciting ways to give back.”

The Sheena Sujan collection retails from $220 to $500. To learn more, go to www.sheenasujan.com.

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Handbags ForThe Holidays

LEFT TO RIGHTKimora Lee Simmons wears an Hermes Birkin Bag

Giuliana Rancic wears a Sheena Sujan Barclay Tote

Kim Kardashian wears an Hermes Birkin Bag

Demi Lovato wears a Sheena Sujan Barclay Tote

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Handbags ForThe Holidays

By Sherrie Wilkolaski

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Handbags ForThe Holidays

By Sherrie Wilkolaski

There are so many choices when it comes to fashion accessories, and handbags are no exception. As you make your way to the local shopping

mall and sit on Santa’s lap, whichhandbag will you be asking for this holiday season? We talked with twohandbag designers who showcaseclassic styles, and new materials that are sure to please a woman of anyage on Christmas morning.

Sheena Sujan High-end Style with a Classic LookSheena Sujan was launched in the fall of 2013. Celebrities such as Giuliana Rancic, Demi Lovato and KimKardashion have all been seen wearinga Sheena Sujan handbag on their arm.

As one of the world’s most exclusive purveyors of luxury leather handbags and accessories, Sheena Sujan’s rich history and tradition of excellence shine through like the proverbial diamond in the rough. Her leather goods are crafted in the same Italian province where top global luxury brands have produced their accessories since the early 1900s. Every handbag is constructed by expert artisans and masterfully cut and stitched together by hand, using only the finest Italian leathers and exotic skins. This heritage equates to an exquisite collection of simplistic-timeless elegance.

Sheena’s thoughts on why handbagsare such a status symbol: “In myopinion, a handbag is the final touch to an outfit. A well-made designer handbag is extremely striking and canbe noticed from far away. Carrying a designer that has a signature look shows others what kind of style thewearer wishes to portray.”

Have you wondered if shoes need to match the bag? “Ideally, it would be nice if the shoes matched the bag. However, as long as women feel confident when carrying a Sheena Sujan handbag, that’s what matters the most to me.”

The Sheena Sujan emblem is fabled in ancient history, as a creature of regal beauty. The two-headed tiger stands strong; she’s the master of her own destiny, a legend in both the ancient and modern world. Her majesty and exclusivity foretell tales of royalty and might.

In the month of October, 20% of each sale is given to the Susan G. Komen Foundation to help find a cure for breast cancer. Sheena says, “I’m a strong advocate of women helping women, and I’m always looking for new and exciting ways to give back.”

The Sheena Sujan collection retails from $220 to $500. To learn more, go to www.sheenasujan.com.

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Handbags ForThe Holidays

LEFT TO RIGHTKimora Lee Simmons wears an Hermes Birkin Bag

Giuliana Rancic wears a Sheena Sujan Barclay Tote

Kim Kardashian wears an Hermes Birkin Bag

Demi Lovato wears a Sheena Sujan Barclay Tote

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It all started when lifetime friends, Robert and Matthew, were discussing the unique, yet intriguing trend setting fashions that continue to evolve within their home state of California; from the casual styles of San Francisco to the fashion forward influences of Los Angeles.It became apparent that the California lifestyle needed a new luster in order to reflect the fashion of today. Robert and Matthew, always intrigued with connections that women have with their handbags, soon developed a passion to embody style, personality, and the latest trends in creating fashionable purses for all occasions.

Thus, Robert and Matthew set out to create the hottest new fashionable, yet functional, handbags that women around the world are proud to flaunt. They have over 17 years of experience in the fashion and handbag industry, which can be seen in their latest styles and fashion forward looks.

Robert Matthew is more than just handbags, they are

accessory-focused

with collections of designer scarves and jewelry. They are also very charity-driven, and have donated auction items to the ACS Skyline soiree, where all proceeds support the American Cancer Society. They were recently featured on the Today Show, where they hosted a huge sale of all their genuine leather wallets, wristlets, and clutches, along with some of their other bestselling bags.

Ten percent of all proceeds were donated to the

American Cancer

Society for Breast Cancer Awareness.

The Robert Matthew collection retails from $138 to $210. To learn more, go to www.robertmatthew.com.

No matter what your handbag fancy is this holiday season, we hope you find just what you were looking for

under the tree on Christmas

morning.

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