Feeding The Addiction

It’s no secret that I have a mild addiction to GiGi New York. Oh~ and with their sister company, Graphic Image,  too.

I mean, I’ve been spotted sporting their fab wares all over this blog and on all of my various social media platforms.

Please ~ allow me to jog your memory.  Here I am with

my Uber Clutch from a few winters ago …

with my Medium Travel Journal that I journaled my way through Asia with  …

with my All In One Bag perched on a chair inside of the beautiful Casa Esencia …

with my Parker Satchel about to hop on a plane …

I posted on Instagram this

stack of clutches, my travel journal, a Pocket Datebook, my Mini Book, and my trusty Tape Measure  and writing pen … and

with my Large Zip Case.   Seeeee what I’m talking about here?   Addicted.

So when the opportunity arose to visit the GiGi New York/Graphic Image headquarters ~ I. WAS. ALL. IN!

Just under 2 weeks ago, my husband and I were welcomed by the friendly folks at GiGi New York/Graphic Image and were treated to a special tour by one of the owners, Tom. (Tom, and his sister, Carol, own and operate the companies.)

We learned all about the various leathers and fabrics that they use and why, their embossing process, how each item is constructed from start to finish, witnessed the magic of their monogramming and even got a sneak peek at some new designs!  … that have been consuming my every thought ever since.  

Tom was so friendly and kind, answering all of my/our many questions and as much as I tried to keep my hands at my side, I simply HAD to touch.

… still touching …

So, as one might suspect, I confess to being a bit like a kid in a HUGE candy store.  You know ~ all wide-eyed and giggly  … oohing and aahing over everything that was in front of me.

Here I  took the opportunity to point out to my husband just how much I love their desk diaries, especially this gold wash one, should he ever be at a loss for gift ideas … for me.  

I learned so much that day and have a new appreciation for all that goes into producing all of the fab GiGi New York and Graphic Image products.  My husband and I would again like to express our thanks to Tom, and everyone there that we met, for a really wonderful experience.

But, as they say, all good things must ultimately come to an end.  #SadFaceWithATear

So imagine my heart-racing glee when I received this gorgeous

c/o  Fold-Over Clutch!

… the addiction continues.