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The Nation’s Capital-istas (WHERE WASHINGTON: Fashion District)

by Katie Knorovsky

One-time local TV anchor and Hill staffer Paige Ralston Fromer charms the manicured mom and the career woman—celebrity and otherwise—with her leather handbags smartly appointed for multitaskers. Crafted in Argentina, her rich designs range from Hepburn-esque classics to of-the-moment trends such as fur (facing page) and parachute totes. Colors span the spectrum—neutrals to tangerine and animal prints.

Where: Trunk shows September 10-12, 17-19; September 30-October 3 at Bloomingdale’s, 5300 Western Avenue, Chevy Chase, Maryland.

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Friday Night Lights a The Front Row - DC Guide

Friday Night Lights a The Front Row - DC Guide with Laura Bennett of Project Runway, Tinsley Mortimer of High Society, Paige Ralston Fromer of Ralston Handbags...

Capitol File's Guide to the Good Life features Ralston Handbags

Here it is... Capitol File’s second annual guide to the good life in Greater Washington. Click the link below for the lowdown on the best dining, drinking, shopping and pampering in the city and beyond.
Edited by Sarah Schaffer

Ralston Handbags featured under Haute Handbags in Capitol File's Second Annual Guide to the Good Life (Cover: John Legend, Haute Handbags page 9, bottom left)

Rollins wears Ralston

Philadelphia Phillies Jimmy Rollins and his wife Johari sporting a Ralston handbag when hosting a David Yurman event, June 21. Check out the Ralston hand-woven silver Parachute handbag.

Washington Post

By Holly Thomas

Trend Report: Creatives, close to home
In a sea of lobbyists and lawyers -- where donning a whimsical tie is considered thinking outside the box -- it's not easy for a novice designer to make waves in the D.C. area. But a handful of creative types are doing just that. Here, we spotlight five talented artisans who are turning out fashionable wares.

Crafted in Argentina, Paige Ralston Fromer's line of Ralston handbags merges timeless silhouettes with sublime, buttery-soft leather. The Spring Valley-based designer's finishing touches address a modern woman's needs: easily accessible pockets, long straps and metal feet to protect the bottom of the bag.

Also available at trunk shows at Bloomingdale's locations; see in stores page for details.

Washington Life Magazine

Trend Report: Ralston’s Cindy Handbag
Add a touch of flare to your outfit with Ralston’s new Cindy handbag. By Whitney Hensler

Every fashionista knows the best way to add a little pop to your outfit is with fashion’s finest accessory: the bag. Satchel, Tote, or clutch, a bag is the perfect way to spice up an outfit, and this season’s must-have handbag is the Ralston Cindy. Paige Ralston Fromer’s woven leather handbag is made in Argentina and has exterior zipper-pockets and top quality gold tone hardware. This carryall is the perfect way to ad a sophisticated sparkle to you outfit.

Daily Candy: 2009 Girls' Gift Guide

Win One for the Gifter

"Visions of sugarplums dance in some heads, but she’s coveting a Ralston handbag. Local designer (and former Hill staffer) Paige Ralston Fromer worked with Argentine crafters to design luxe braided and woven leather carryalls, like the boxy Cindy."

The find Blog:
Designer Spotlight: Ralston Handbags

"The handbag collection, carefully designed by Ralston Fromer’s team of talented Argentine designers, includes 13 designs made of exquisite, lightweight leather. Popular styles include the hand woven “Luz” and the very classic (and DC appropriate) oversized “Raquel”. My favorite is the “Cindy” in giraffe print – because it suits my (slightly wild) acquired San Francisco fashion personality."

The find Blog - Designer Spotlight: Ralston Handbags (October 2009)

Publisher Picks Ralston as "This Season's Must Have"

"Paige Ralston Fromer is bringing luxury items to sophisticated women around the globe this fall. Her luxury handbags are designed with unexpected texture and rich colors and is known for its world-renowned Argentine leather, remarkable style, and unparalleled craftsmanship while keeping environmentally-friendly practices in mind."

Capitol File Newsletter, October 2009

Project Beltway: Celebrating Style in the Nation's Capital

Handbag Crush

"I’m crushing on two bags in particular: the Cindy (LOVE the studded details on the upturned sides of the bag. Ladylike and quietly subversive at once!) and the Raquel, which would be the perfect work-to-cocktails option. One’s fun and one’s serious. Can’t a girl have both? Which do yall like?"

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