Cynicism is intelectual dandyism, but graciousness in speech is an aphrodisiac. (Andy Spade)

I'm one of six children. I'd love to sound educated and say I dive into a good book when I'm there, but in truth, I spend time with the kids playing cards, ping-pong, and board games.

I started designing my handbags in my apartment and I had six samples made in satin-finished nylon. I displayed them at trade shows but they went unnoticed at first.

I collect books, a lot of books.

I adore pretty things & witty words.

I created my bags from the notion of developing a well-edited line of fashionable, but not "trendy" handbags. By designing styles that will be as relevant tomorrow as they are today, my brand has established itself as a modern classic.

In the same way that men wear ties to add personality to their clothing, so too should women wear their accessories.