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The Glamazon Diaries- Friday, May 9, 2008 Designs by Paolo: "Doctor Bag" Styled Handbags with a Vintage Flair
I was shopping for Derby hats two weeks ago to wear with my black dress for gold cup and stumbled upon a handbag line
called Designs by Paolo. Designs by Paolo creates a line of luxury leather doctor bags that come in so many irresistible
colors. What caught my eye was the picture of various celebrities (Carlos Santana, Paris Hilton) carrying Paolo's bags. After
looking through the site, I was hooked. Besides the oodles of colors, prints and textures, you can also create your own doctor
bag and even get it monogrammed. The bags are chic and affordable at just under $500. You can even create your own set
that includes a Vintage Doc Handbag, Large & Small Travel Cases, and Folio. Designs by Paolo is one of the hottest handbag
brands celebs are pinning after. I got the chance to interview Paolo himself about the Designs by Paolo collection. Paolo is
offering a $50.00 discount on the purchase of any of the handbags. Enter the reader code AGS1007 during check out in the
Coupon Code/Promotional Code section during checkout.
1. I love the doctor bags by Paolo, how did the idea come about to start a line just for women? I have been in the design and
manufacturing end of fine leather carrying cases for over 20 years, I am always looking for new challenges and inspiration.
Women's fashion is always changing, but some styles like the "Doctor Bag", for example are timeless, but we can always find
new leather colors and textures to keep it fresh.
2. Aside from the Doctor Bag, what other styles do you carry? Currently, in the Paolo Line we offer our Derby Style handbag,
in addition to beautiful laptop folios, and 2 sizes of travel accessory cases. We also have an additional new handbag design
that will be launched this upcoming Fall 2008.
3. So many colors to choose from, which colors are your favorites for spring? For Summer we love all of the bright hues. But
for us, all of the neutral colors that can be worn year round seem to still be most popular. The Black Croc/Brown Croc combo
is always the most popular with the contrasting white stitching.
4. I noticed that Paris Hilton is a fan of Paolo handbags, what other celebs have snagged one? Last week we shipped 4 bags
to the Kardashian girls and their mom Kris (see pics above)The bags were amazing.
5. Any new designs for Paolo? There will be several new designs for Fall/Winter 2008. We will keep you posted.
6. I noticed that you can design your own doctor bag? how long is the process and what would readers have to do to get one
custom made? We can generally ship a custom made personalized bag within 2 weeks, but customers with time sensitive
issues for gifts receive FANTASTIC service to accommodate their needs. We love and welcome special requests, it is our forte.
7. What is the difference between the vintage bag and the regular doctor bag? Regular doctor bags are slightly more rigid
and can get significantly larger in size. The handles are small and arched, and the leathers that are used are much different.
The colors offered in traditional doctor bags tend to be quite a bit more conservative and masculine.
8. Any tips for keeping these fab handbags in tip top shape? These bags are all high quality top grain leather with many
different colors and textures. I like to use leather upholstery wipes for convenience, it feeds the leather to keep the bags
looking great. All of the handbags also have luggage bumpers to protect the bottom of the bags.
-Makeda Saggau-Sackey
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Courier-Journal, Louisville, KY- Friday, February 15, 2008 CRAVE OF THE DAY: A spring-hued Doctor's Bag
If this late-in-the-season series of snowy, cold weather has you (like me) wishing for a little hit of spring, this lime and white
spectator-style doctor's bag might be just the right style prescription. (Sorry.)
These beautifully-crafted bags are made by local-boy-turned-bag-designer Paul Biel, who decided to take his father-in-law's
longstanding medical bag business in a more fashion forward direction-- with rather striking results. Notice Paris Hilton playing
with one at a recent Hollywood bash; she ordered one in pink and black. The bags-- which come with hefty hardware and a
functional key-- have also been shot by Lucky magazine. I brought in a few for our upcoming Derby issue-- including a
creamsicle-and-white color combo that's drawing a lot of oooh's and ahhh's. (It was upstairs in the studio when the I seized a
rare free moment to blog, so you'll just have to trust me.) You can pick from a series of pretty hues or basic black, tan and
various animal prints for about $389 at designsbypaolo.com. I would urge you (in this one very specific instance) to think like
Paris and pick a bright, statement-making shade. Remember, your bag doesn't have to match your shoes... or your clothes...
or your lipstick. Live a little. Fashion is supposed to be fun.
-Christine Fellingham -Fashion/Beauty Director
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Courier Journal, Louisville, KY - November 10, 2007 A Louisville Handbag Debut
Derby City native Paul Biel - designer of "Designs By Paolo" - is bringing his luxe leather handbags to Louisville for the first
time. Stop by Lake Forest Country Club (14000 Landmark Drive) from 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. today for an open house to meet
Biel and view and order his doctor bag styles with vintage flair. Leather folios and travel accessory cases also will be
available for purchase.
The handbags, which made their debut in February, have been spotted on the arms of hotel heiress Paris Hilton (who opted
for a black crocodile print version with taupe trip) and "Dancing With the Stars" darling Julianne Hough (she chose a brown
crocodile style).
The bags cost $389. You can custom-design your own by choosing the color of the leather body and trim detail. Those who
attend today's event receive a $50 gift certificate toward their purchase.
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The Glamazon Diaries- Friday, May 9, 2008 Designs by Paolo: "Doctor Bag" Styled Handbags with a Vintage Flair
I was shopping for Derby hats two weeks ago to wear with my black dress for gold cup and stumbled upon a handbag line
called Designs by Paolo. Designs by Paolo creates a line of luxury leather doctor bags that come in so many irresistible
colors. What caught my eye was the picture of various celebrities (Carlos Santana, Paris Hilton) carrying Paolo's bags. After
looking through the site, I was hooked. Besides the oodles of colors, prints and textures, you can also create your own doctor
bag and even get it monogrammed. The bags are chic and affordable at just under $500. You can even create your own set
that includes a Vintage Doc Handbag, Large & Small Travel Cases, and Folio. Designs by Paolo is one of the hottest handbag
brands celebs are pinning after. I got the chance to interview Paolo himself about the Designs by Paolo collection. Paolo is
offering a $50.00 discount on the purchase of any of the handbags. Enter the reader code AGS1007 during check out in the
Coupon Code/Promotional Code section during checkout.
1. I love the doctor bags by Paolo, how did the idea come about to start a line just for women? I have been in the design and
manufacturing end of fine leather carrying cases for over 20 years, I am always looking for new challenges and inspiration.
Women's fashion is always changing, but some styles like the "Doctor Bag", for example are timeless, but we can always find
new leather colors and textures to keep it fresh.
2. Aside from the Doctor Bag, what other styles do you carry? Currently, in the Paolo Line we offer our Derby Style handbag,
in addition to beautiful laptop folios, and 2 sizes of travel accessory cases. We also have an additional new handbag design
that will be launched this upcoming Fall 2008.
3. So many colors to choose from, which colors are your favorites for spring? For Summer we love all of the bright hues. But
for us, all of the neutral colors that can be worn year round seem to still be most popular. The Black Croc/Brown Croc combo
is always the most popular with the contrasting white stitching.
4. I noticed that Paris Hilton is a fan of Paolo handbags, what other celebs have snagged one? Last week we shipped 4 bags
to the Kardashian girls and their mom Kris (see pics above)The bags were amazing.
5. Any new designs for Paolo? There will be several new designs for Fall/Winter 2008. We will keep you posted.
6. I noticed that you can design your own doctor bag? how long is the process and what would readers have to do to get one
custom made? We can generally ship a custom made personalized bag within 2 weeks, but customers with time sensitive
issues for gifts receive FANTASTIC service to accommodate their needs. We love and welcome special requests, it is our forte.
7. What is the difference between the vintage bag and the regular doctor bag? Regular doctor bags are slightly more rigid
and can get significantly larger in size. The handles are small and arched, and the leathers that are used are much different.
The colors offered in traditional doctor bags tend to be quite a bit more conservative and masculine.
8. Any tips for keeping these fab handbags in tip top shape? These bags are all high quality top grain leather with many
different colors and textures. I like to use leather upholstery wipes for convenience, it feeds the leather to keep the bags
looking great. All of the handbags also have luggage bumpers to protect the bottom of the bags.
-Makeda Saggau-Sackey
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Courier-Journal, Louisville, KY- Friday, February 15, 2008 CRAVE OF THE DAY: A spring-hued Doctor's Bag
If this late-in-the-season series of snowy, cold weather has you (like me) wishing for a little hit of spring, this lime and white
spectator-style doctor's bag might be just the right style prescription. (Sorry.)
These beautifully-crafted bags are made by local-boy-turned-bag-designer Paul Biel, who decided to take his father-in-law's
longstanding medical bag business in a more fashion forward direction-- with rather striking results. Notice Paris Hilton playing
with one at a recent Hollywood bash; she ordered one in pink and black. The bags-- which come with hefty hardware and a
functional key-- have also been shot by Lucky magazine. I brought in a few for our upcoming Derby issue-- including a
creamsicle-and-white color combo that's drawing a lot of oooh's and ahhh's. (It was upstairs in the studio when the I seized a
rare free moment to blog, so you'll just have to trust me.) You can pick from a series of pretty hues or basic black, tan and
various animal prints for about $389 at designsbypaolo.com. I would urge you (in this one very specific instance) to think like
Paris and pick a bright, statement-making shade. Remember, your bag doesn't have to match your shoes... or your clothes...
or your lipstick. Live a little. Fashion is supposed to be fun.
-Christine Fellingham -Fashion/Beauty Director
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Courier Journal, Louisville, KY - November 10, 2007 A Louisville Handbag Debut
Derby City native Paul Biel - designer of "Designs By Paolo" - is bringing his luxe leather handbags to Louisville for the first
time. Stop by Lake Forest Country Club (14000 Landmark Drive) from 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. today for an open house to meet
Biel and view and order his doctor bag styles with vintage flair. Leather folios and travel accessory cases also will be
available for purchase.
The handbags, which made their debut in February, have been spotted on the arms of hotel heiress Paris Hilton (who opted
for a black crocodile print version with taupe trip) and "Dancing With the Stars" darling Julianne Hough (she chose a brown
crocodile style).
The bags cost $389. You can custom-design your own by choosing the color of the leather body and trim detail. Those who
attend today's event receive a $50 gift certificate toward their purchase.
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