Purse Blog asks, Rebecca Minkoff answers

Published on April 7th, 2008.

Hotel Paris

PB: What is the theme behind fall 2008 bags?

RM: It is a traveling theme. This big one is called the French Tote and it has travel patches. We choose the Hotel Paris because we did a French theme. I am a quarter French and I am in love with Paris. Along with it, we are giving away these little notebooks that have a travel touch.

Rebecca Minkoff Cheri Satchel Thumb  Rebecca Minkoff Travel Patches Thumb  Rebecca Minkoff Morning After Bag Thumb

PB: What are your main colors for fall?

RM: Purple patent, black and white, red and white, blue, and green.

Rebecca Minkoff Market in purple patent Thumb  Rebecca Minkoff Morning After Bag Thumb

PB: Will you have more Mini Nikki’s? What about a medium?

RM: Yes to the Mini Nikki, they are going to hit stores in June. The Nikki and Mini Nikki are too close in size to have a Medium Nikki. But I can do a longer custom strap if that helps.

PB: What about a Mini Morning After for evening wear?

RM: Like a fancy version…? I have thought about it. But I have to get the proportions right. We could do it like a wristlet if we get it right. I will play around with that. But I have done the Morning After Clutch which is coming out for summer and we will continue to make it as the response has been great.

Rebecca Minkoff Morning After Clutch Thumb  Rebecca Minkoff Morning After Clutch Thumb

PB: What about a smaller Matinee?

RM: I am re-working the Matinee but the same size. The Matinee does not need as many pockets. Most girls are turning the flaps and not using the side pockets. So what I am going to do is permanently flip them and eliminate the two pockets. And then for me, having the front and back pocket was confusing, so I am just going to do one pocket. Based on feedback that I got and when I was wearing the bag, I think these changes will work out better. But if there are a lot of requests for a smaller Matinee I can look into it.

32 Responses to “Purse Blog asks, Rebecca Minkoff answers”:

  1. indiaink says:

    Well-done! I love how you guys got to go to the ‘factory’ and see things made. I have a new appreciation for my MAMs – I truly feel like I’m carrying something very very unique, well-made, and special. Glad tPF was on the ground floor, so to speak!!!

    Reply Apr 7, 2008 9:52PM
  2. HitchcockBlonde says:

    Wonderful interview and gorgeous pictures. Lots of vibrant colors and gorgeous detailing. Thanks so much for sharing this with us and for asking our questions. And I loved the factory photos!

    Bravo! :smile:

    Reply Apr 7, 2008 9:54PM
  3. Knasarae says:

    Thank you so much for the interview and all those great pictures!!!! I must have an Emerald Nikki and one of the black/white Rendevous!!!! This is so exciting I can’t wait til they start to ship!!!

    Reply Apr 7, 2008 9:54PM
  4. deeliciouz says:

    Thanks you guys for this wonderful preview!!! Sooo cool! :mrgreen:

    Reply Apr 7, 2008 9:54PM
  5. nolarice says:

    wow! excellent interview and pics!! love the purple patent market tote and can’t wait for more mini nikki!!! i’m jumping out of my skin!!

    Reply Apr 7, 2008 9:56PM
  6. momo.chan says:

    Thank you sooo much for this preview…i can NOT wait until i can start purchasing these!! RM, you’re the best! <33

    Reply Apr 7, 2008 9:58PM
  7. cayce.pollard says:

    Great interview! I loved hearing where she gets her inspirations from. Awesome job, Megs and Vlad!

    Reply Apr 7, 2008 9:58PM
  8. Tatertot says:

    Thank you so much!! This was wonderful and the bags are just gorgeous. A wonderful interview and so great to see the bags. It is so great to feel “involved” and I can hardly wait to continue my collection with these beautiful new bags.

    Reply Apr 7, 2008 10:14PM
  9. optikangel says:

    Thanks so much for sharing this with us, Megs and Vlad! Rebecca seems so down-to-earth and her upcoming collection looks stunning! I’ll be having sweet dreams tonight — dreaming about those lovely bags!

    Reply Apr 7, 2008 10:59PM
  10. mrsshoegal says:

    Ah great interview and thanks for all the hard work and the gorgeous pictures!!!!

    I love that her bagas are made in the US!!!

    Reply Apr 7, 2008 11:16PM
  11. Frances says:

    Thanks so much Megs and Vlad…and Rebecca??? You are absolutely fabulous. I can’t wait to add these to my small but growing collection.

    Reply Apr 7, 2008 11:20PM
  12. Michelle says:

    Excellent interview!!

    I certainly wasn’t expecting to see a Preview of the Fall collection but am oh so glad that I did.
    It gives me time to figure out how I’m gonna add a bag or two to my ever growing collection. The bags were simply GORGEOUS!!

    The factory pictures were awesome as well. When I saw the bags stacked up in the factory my first thought was “HEY those a RM bags, they should be handled with care” LOL. The final pic with all the spring colors (turquoise, yellow, pink) leather piled up—such vibrant colors. I have totally fallen in love all over again!!!!

    KUDOS to you on a job WELL DONE!!

    Reply Apr 7, 2008 11:40PM
  13. madaboutdarcy says:

    Fantastic job you guys! Thanks for sharing these all with us! Can’t wait for your Monica Botkier interview now :grin:

    Reply Apr 8, 2008 12:12AM
  14. desiprinzess718 says:

    Great Interview!!!

    Thank you sooo much Megs and Vlad for putting all of this together for us! And Becky thanks so much for just being so awesome!

    Reply Apr 8, 2008 12:13AM
  15. Jeannine says:

    Awesome interview! I don’t usually frequent the RM forum, but that may have to change soon. I LOVE the look of the new bags. Really sophisticated and evolving. Cannot wait until they hit the stores.

    Reply Apr 8, 2008 1:46AM
  16. Darcy says:

    This has been wonderful! You are all so great for putting this together for all of your RM fans! Can’t wait for the new season!

    Reply Apr 8, 2008 6:58AM
  17. PerfectShoe says:

    I loved the interview. I am so excited to buy something from this new line. I cannot wait to see what colors the Beau comes in and I love the color of the pink leather on page 6 in the last pic. I cannot wait to see what is made with that leather!!! Everything is so gorgeous! Great job : )

    Reply Apr 8, 2008 9:12AM
  18. Nena17 says:

    Great interview and pictures. I was so excited to see Rebecca at Saks that I really did not look at her collection while there :oops:

    Reply Apr 8, 2008 10:10AM
  19. katy says:

    Awesome interview! Loved reading it! :razz:

    Reply Apr 8, 2008 10:46AM
  20. Irina says:

    I am really excited about the Oliver bag… hopefully it’ll come in that Emerald or Electric Blue

    Reply Apr 8, 2008 2:05PM
  21. vivi says:

    i am dying for the new and improved morning after lux!

    Reply Apr 8, 2008 3:36PM
  22. Samia says:

    Great Interview Guys!!

    Reply Apr 8, 2008 4:52PM
  23. Patsy says:

    Great Interview!

    Have you seen the new “Get Away Satchel” in Night Spot? It’s incredible. You can really seen the Parisian influences. I’ve included the link (to Shopbop.com) below!

    http://www.shopbop.com/get-away-satchel-rebecca-minkoff/vp/v=1/845524441817085.htm?folderID=2534374302029428&fm=whatsnew

    Reply Apr 9, 2008 8:11AM
  24. Patsy says:

    Great Interview!

    Have you seen the new “Get Away Satchel” in Night Spot? It’s incredible. You can really seen the Parisian influences. I’ve included the link (to Shopbop.com) below!

    http://www.shopbop.com/get-away-satchel-rebecca-minkoff/vp/v=1/845524441817085.htm

    Reply Apr 9, 2008 8:14AM
  25. passionforflashin says:

    LOVE the oliver bag!!!

    i also really love the use of the color purple in her fall 2008 collection. a rich purple is always exquisite.

    Reply Apr 9, 2008 3:37PM
  26. Peyton says:

    Great interview. LOVE RM bags. I’m awaiting the arrival of the MAB mini in tangerine. Can’t wait to get my hands on one of the grey Market bags. When will this bag be available? Got to have it!!

    Reply Apr 9, 2008 5:01PM
  27. Carrie says:

    i looooove the patent purple and patent red market tote when are they coming out?!?! :lol: :lol: :lol:

    Reply Apr 11, 2008 1:47AM
  28. LucianaW says:

    Great job Megs and Vlad. Congratulations. :mrgreen:

    Reply Apr 11, 2008 1:02PM
  29. supko says:

    Thanks for the interview and *great* photos! I am all a-drool after seeing the navy lux bag and the purple patent! The striped MABs and clutch are SUPER cute.

    Reply Apr 16, 2008 11:56AM
  30. Crazy4Handbags says:

    Awesome interview!

    When will the Fall 2008 line make its debut? Where will Oliver and Ollie be sold and at what price? Very curious…………..!

    Reply Jun 1, 2008 3:02AM
  31. Arm Candy Lady! says:

    OMG!!!! This interview was absolutely magnificent & the photos…what can I say other than I am saving this for future reference!! I am so happy that I found it & it was GRRREEAATT insight into what we can look forward to from Ms. Minkoff! :lol:

    I met her yesterday (06/07/08) at a Sample Sale in Los Angeles, & I can truly say she’s a real STAR with a highly pleasant personality! I am so glad to be one of her BIGGEST & LOYAL FANS (heck I purchased 2 more bags to add to my collection…so worth it :mrgreen: )!! I wish her more success & I can’t wait for the STORES to open…it’s going to be WILD I am sure!!! Keep up the awesome work & reasonable prices!!!

    Reply Jun 8, 2008 4:50AM
  32. jsenning says:

    Love the fall preview! I could totally go for a smaller matinee… :D

    Reply Jul 27, 2008 2:42PM

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