Ladies use three distinctive terms to reference just ONE essential fashion accessory, one that they carry each day! Can you guess what it is? Of course, depending on where one lives in the world, the three names may be interpreted with a uniquely different meaning. Soooo, which name do you use: pocketbook, handbag, or purse?
The term "handbag" is often used in England, while "pocketbook" is favored in the South, and a "purse" can reference a small clutch or handbag, a wallet, or a coin holder.
Whatever name you use, I know you can recognize a beautifully elegant one when you see it! With that in mind, I am thrilled to introduce you to Launer London, renowned for its understated luxury leather goods and especially for its stunning handbags. Because they are made in the U.K., "handbag" is the term I shall use. I have admired Launer handbags... forever. Every aspect represents quiet, understated elegance. Launer earned a Royal Warrant in 1968 and continues to be "discreetly famous" (now that's an oxymoron!).
The Launer "Traviata" handbag was one of THE favored accessories HM Queen Elizabeth II carried on her arm for decades. It is named after the opera La Traviata, written in 1853. Various sources have mentioned that Her Majesty owned over 200 of them.
HM The Queen was carrying her traditional choice for a handbag, the Launer Traviata, which features a bespoke longer top handle that fit comfortably over her arm.
Launer continues to be a well-loved accessory with royalty around the world, the choice for dignitaries and lovely ladies worldwide. Scully & Scully, on Park Avenue in NYC, has been selling Launer handbags for the past eight years. They are the only brick-and-mortar store to carry them in America and align closely with their brand. Since 1934, Scully & Scully has been a luxury store that serves an internationally distinguished clientele. Their must-have mail-order catalog is most tempting, filled with treasures that Mr. Michael Scully personally sources worldwide, and is a trusted resource I refer to for my clients, too.
Recently, I discovered that Launer debuted a new bubblegum pink color, and my heart went pitter-patter! I shared the news with my husband, Stuart. It was not long before a gift box arrived at our door in Palm Beach as a surprise... he is a keeper!
I adore the petite size of the Launer "Judi" handbag and the coordinating pocket mirror. It was named for Dame Judi Dench by Gerald Bodmer, the wife of the CEO of Launer. It is smaller than the Traviata, which Queen Elizabeth II carried.
Launer handbags are lined in soft suede with an optional shoulder strap and a darling little pocket mirror. Unlike the large logos emblazoned on many other brands, the signature gold-plated rope clasp is charmingly discrete.
I posed a few questions to Scully & Scully about Launer handbags to share with you:
What tends to be the most popular color or style?
The Traviata is best-selling, specifically in black or white.
Can one order custom details/features on a bespoke Launer handbag?
One can order any color combination but what we carry are top sellers around the world. They can be ordered with different animal skins (snake, lizard, etc.), and custom lining and handle size.
I think the two-tone color combinations are quite attractive.
Photo: Scully & Scully, NYC
Now you know all about Launer handbags! If you own one, or decide to order one, share a photo with me as I would love to see the color and style you choose.
Xx
Holly
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