Clutch/Shoulder Bag And Pillbox Hat
For a collection I called Elevation, I designed hats and bags inspired by vintage aviation. Greys and dark blues leather with icy blue snakeskin set the mood. All have authentic vintage aviation pins adorning them. The bag can be worn as a clutch or shoulder bag. In this photo, I am showing the collection at New York Fashion Week, Fall 2011.
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Jypsea Leathergoods are hand-crafted eco-concious luxurious leather handbags, accessories, home decor and re-upholstered furnishings with an eclectic flair designed by modern leather artisan Meca McKinney from her NJ-based design studio.
"I started Jypsea after years of working in NYC in the corporate design industry because I simply believed that luxurious, hand-made, well-designed accessories should be accessible to all."
"I've earned a degree in accessory design from the Fashion Institute of Technology and fine arts from Thomas Edison State College. I have also earned my Masters in Studio art with a focus on design & craft from NJCU. I worked in the corporate fashion industry for a decade as a technical designer for footwear, costume and apparel companies. Now I joyfully made beautiful custom pieces to help courageously stylish individuals express their authentic personality."
Jypsea has attracted notable fans including Ciara, neo-soul singer Res, Imani Copolla of the rock group Little Sister and famed Artistic Director Judith Jamison of the Alvin Ailey Dance Theater and has been featured in The Today Show, NBC Philadelphia's The Ten! Spot, Clutch Magazine, Upscale Magazine, Trace Magazine and numerous fashion blogs and in various art gallery exhibits.
“Creating a better world is a responsibility of us all and I choose to incorporate that consciousness into fashion.” ~Terina Nicole
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Teresa Jones
For Leather Zip Coin Purse5.0Adjusted design to fit my needs, was prompt, professional and what I received was exactly what I wanted and expected. Would definitely use this vendor again for similar projects.
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Kendall
For purse5.0I would highly recommend working with this maker! Brought my visions to complete fruition. Very professional and incredible artistic ability.
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Robin
For Leather Sash Belt - Black5.0Great product! Very fast. Very professional. Thank you!
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