Blair Ritchey

August 03, 2012

I cannot tell you how excited I am for today's feature. If you have not yet noticed, I absolutely love Blair's designs. I received my mini Lulu this past week in pale pink. It is the softest leather, and such detail is put into the design and quality. I adore the detachable tassel too!

Originally from Pennsylvania, Blair from a young age had an eye for fashion. She attended college taking a "safe" route and studied Psychology. However, the strong desire she had for the fashion industry lead her to New York interning for various designers during her summers.

You know the saying, "you will know it when it's right?" Blair's passion was discovered when she first interned for a handbag designer. Her designs are simplistic, and transition from day to evening, as well as season to season. Not only are her bags beautiful, and complimentary to your outfit, but it was important they maintain functionality.

Blair Ritchey's bags are a piece of luxury. Made of lambskin, they are so soft, and lined with brushed canvas for a delicate lining. The hardware is gold metal with a detachable tassel. Each Mini Lulu is made to order, making your Lulu special and unique.

I asked Blair to answer a few questions to get to know her a little better.

What made you take the plunge and start your own business?

Creating a handbag line was something that I always wanted to do. For too long I waited for the perfect time or opportunity to begin. Then one night I literally thought I was going to burst if I didn’t just start. I sat down at my dusty little sewing machine and made my first bag…and so it began!

Do you see the line evolving into other products?

I definitely see the line expanding into other markets down the road. Right now I am having so much fun designing bags, but sometimes I do get excited thinking about designing ready to wear pieces.

What are some of your favorite trends going on right now?

There are so many trends right now! I would have to say my favorites for fall are the mixing of different patterns and colors (LOVE!) and I’m totally obsessed with brocade.

Share a little bit about your personal style, what would we find in your closet and in your home?

Lots and lots of grey and black! The past few seasons I have added a lot of color – but I can’t seem to kick my obsession with grey. My style is more on the classic side, and I love to accessorize and layer.

In our home we have very large dark furniture so to brighten it up we have accents of white and pops of color. I try to have fresh white hydrangeas in a vase as often as possible; I love how they complete a room.

You know the Mini Lulu in pink is my favorite, which is your favorite?

It’s so hard for me to pick – it literally changes daily. I am using the coral Mini Foldover a lot – it’s the perfect size when I don’t need to haul everything I own for a night out.

Thanks Blair for sharing a piece of your world with us.

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