The handbag designer and exotic skin innovator Nancy Gonzalez has defined luxury as a constant quest for excellence, exclusivity, and elegance. Her philosophy of good design is based on the fundamental virtues of quality, craftsmanship, and value. "Purity, balance, rigor and composition are the aesthetic pillars of my brand. Dignity, optimism, and structure are its essence." Women are at the heart of Nancy Gonzalez's handbag designs. And happiness is at their origins. "Fashion should be something that amplifies, and does not alter, who you are." AUTHOR: Pamela Golbin is an internationally renowned figure in the fashion industry, with extensive historical knowledge of cultural and design issues. As chief curator for the Fashion and Textiles collections at Les Arts Decoratifs in Paris, she is a leading expert in contemporary fashion and has organized landmark exhibitions worldwide. Ms. Golbin is also a successful published author and is invited to lecture on a regular basis all over the world. 60 illustrations
