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Winter already seems particularly long this year. So I decided to hold a Winter Sale. (Kind of a way of celebrating the days growing longer....

I’m so happy to be part of the New York City Faire Trade Coalition’s 2020 Holiday Gift Guide. Here you’ll find gifts that are from small bus...

Looking for a last minute gift? Something that’s unique by an small, independent, woman-owned business? Gifts that are perfect for the tra...

Even when I’m not hiking, it’s good to pack a backpack, one that’s small, light, waterproof and very collapsible. It’s perfect for carryi...

Save The Date!!! December 6. In New York City -- starting at 8:30PM. Handmade goods -- including my new bag collection and tee-shirts...

When I design clothes and accessories, I’m all about minimalism and pockets. I don’t believe a bag should reveal itself to every...

This is a sneak peak of my new handbag line. Not only will they be sold at a lower price point compared with my first micro travel bag , bu...

Iceland is one of my specialties: I travel there about once a year and have been since before the country suffered that infamous bankruptc...

I just returned from a bicycle trip to South Korea where the guide was -- hmm, how should I say this diplomatically -- less than competent....

Are you on the lookout for creative gifts for friends, family and colleagues? If you’re in New York City, head on down to downtown Brooklyn...

When I travel, I avoid being a target, whether labelled as a tourist or looked at as someone who is carrying around valuables. Instead, I ...

How perfect to find an ethical fashion accessory brand, especially one that's all about investing in women and girls, providing the wome...

Most people who travel to Paris for a week take along enough luggage for months of wardrobe changes. My trip will include not just five days...

I met a couple of very wonderful women last week with a company called Catrinka . It's an ethical fashion accessory brand that's ded...

I just met a very cool designer who has some cute, fun, fashionable and practical fanny packs.  Lots of different patterns and fabrics. The ...

On my recent trip to Madrid, I decided to check out a new bag: the AmeriBag . I was looking for a smallish bag that I could wear all around ...