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Chic, unique. Lenore Collection handbags blend traditional weaving methods with today's fashion appeal. Express your look and lifestyle. Lenore Española individually designs these one-of-a-kind ‘paper' handbags. Through her partnership with Manila-based master weaver, Lulu Ocampo, you get the hippest handbag – intricately hand woven using recycled newspapers, magazines, telephone directories, posters, and other paper products. Recycle in style. Stylish, sturdy and sure to spark conversation … “Yes, my bag is really made out of paper!” … and compliments … “Wow, you look so hip with that bag!”

"What's your bag? Hope you found the handbag in our catalog that does reflect you, or your friends – they make perfect gifts. If not, share with us your own news, stories and ideas and we'll make the It's Me handbag especially for You!"

Lenore C. Española
Founder and Designer

"The first time I saw the bags was at the AAJA ( Asian American Journalists Association) silent auction last year. I immediately wanted one, but there wasn't one for the Detroit Free Press. I went online about year later, saw one on the Web site and ordered it immediately. I keep it on display at work and got (and still get) comments on it often.

Then I ordered two special bags using our NBA Pistons championship papers, and they are even more beautiful and well-designed than I imagined. I get lots of admiring comments. Plenty of times I just pull them out and look at them; they look so good. If I had more newspaper friends, I'd order bags for them, too."

Julie Topping
Deputy Managing Editor
The Detroit Free Press