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Jenny Yuen - New York Fashion Designer - www.JennyWasHere.com

Jenny Yuen is a distinctive fashion designer from New York City. Her chic and functional collection of handbags combines her passion for art and fashion while showcasing her unique style and impeccable craftsmanship.

Imbued with fine arts sensibility and design school cool, Jenny’s handbags reflect her love for both the arts and fashion. She earned her BFA in painting and sculpture at Boston University’s School for Fine Arts and honed her skills for sewing and pattern making at Parsons School of Design.

Following her personal philosophy that “everything has to be handled with the utmost precision,” Jenny works closely with her craftsmen during every stage of production to uphold the finest quality at the highest standards. Each bag and accessory is made with detailed care, beautifully proportioned, and designed for the wearer's comfort. She uses only the finest quality leathers to ensure their craftsmanship, durability, and brilliance.

Check out www.JennyWasHere.com to see the complete collection and shop online.

Member Since

Sep 27, 2008

Sites

• Jenny Yuen
• Jenny Yuen Online Store

Communities

• Cool Hunting
• SheFinds
• Delight.com

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“I admire those who take risks and have fun,” says Jenny, who has done just that when she took the leap to start her own line. Her inspiration includes the glamorous vintage train-cases and suitcases of the 1930’s, 40’s and 50’s. “I like that those bags are designed for a specific purpose,” the designer explains. While exuding sophistication, her creations also have a whimsical element, apparent in her handbags’ eye-catching colors and playful motifs of silk-screened hand-drawn illustrations.