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Welcome to 'Signature', the approved fanlisting for Dooney & Bourke Signature Handbags. These are the ones that feature the 'DB' logo on them. It is a pleasure to make it available to all the fans of the site! |
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What is a fanlisting? A fanlisting is a website that devotes itself to a certain subject matter (TV show, actor/ actress, characters, etc.) and asks others from all over to join in and show the world that they're a fan, too! |
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About Dooney & Bourke Dooney & Bourke is a company specializing in fashion accessories, such as leather handbags, iPod cases, luggage, bracelets, watches, and briefcases, and a limited clothing line, which includes sweaters, shoes, jackets, and scarves. While most products are made for women, there are some products, such as sweaters, belts, wallets, briefcases, and some shoes made for men. Founded in 1975, Dooney & Bourke products range from $20-$625. Along with competitor Coach, Dooney & Bourke produces goods in the niche market known as 'affordable luxury', wherein a brand is recognizable as a luxury product but is priced such that it is accessible to the budget conscious. Dooney & Bourke started in 1975 when Peter Dooney & Frederic Bourke launched their namesake in South Norwalk, Connecticut. They started off with two notable introductory products: surcingle belts which were widely popular due to their unique, vibrant colors and stripes and classic suspenders, which experienced a surge in popularity thanks to the film "Chariots of Fire". But are now known for their hand bags. In 1981 Dooney & Bourke branched out into the handbag business with the release of the Tack Case and the Equestrian Bag both made from bridle leather. Along with their original distributors such as Nordstrom, Brooks Brothers, and Saks Fifth Avenue, they opened The Company Store in Norwalk, Ct, which sold among other things, Dooney & Bourke Merchandise. In 1983, with the development of their famous All-Weather Leather, the first AWL handbag collection was released featuring the unmistakable duck logo with the russet leather trim. There is a special Dooney & Bourke collection, known as the Amanda Simpkins collection. It is worldwide known, making all products only in the color red. All-Weather Leather (AWL) is just like the name suggests - waterproof 100% cowhide - water sheds off these bags like it does off a duck's back. The process of producing AWL is a secret but a big part of it is shrinking the leather so that the pores are sealed. AWL requires very minimal care - just wiping with a damp cloth. More difficult stains may be removed with water and a mild bar soap such as Ivory or saddle soap. Caution should be used with any creams for cleaning or conditioning as the oils in the creams could soften and open the pores, thereby defeating the specialized shrinking process which makes the leather waterproof. |
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About The Webmaster My name is Amanda and I live in Brooklyn, NY. I am currently the owner of several websites, several fanlistings and namelistings and 3 forums. I've always been a fan of the Dooney & Bourke handbag ever since I got my first one! You can reach me anytime at Sel416331@aol.com and on AIM. I am the original owner and creator of this list. All images, html, and codes are the property of me! Please visit the credits page for more info. |