JODI JAFFE; As a jewelry professional with over 20 years experience in the luxury market, I have an extreme passion for this business. Along with my extensive knowledge of diamonds, colored gemstones and jewelry I have an incredible passion for art, a strong sense of fashion, coupled with a fresh mind for designs. I do my best to keep myself well educated with both the jewelry and fashion world as I strongly believe the two go hand in hand. I am proud to bring my artistic skills to my latest endeavor, Shagbags. As you will see, my love for luxury with a touch of BLING is a strong influence in this line of handbags.

While attending a black tie event, I needed a little pizzazz to my little black dress. I had a beautiful silk antique clutch from France and had an idea! Admiring true vintage collectibles and being cursed with the ever-spinning mind of an artist, I simply added some mink from my grandmothers stole, attached a bit of sparkle from an antique brooch and headed out the door. I received compliments all evening long. My first shagbag in the making! Finding unique bags in good condition is definitely a challenge but great fun. I have bags from all over the world; New York, Paris, Milan, Hong Kong and many other exotic places. Since each bag is a true vintage handbag, some Shagbags may have minute “character” flaws due to the age of many of the bags. I am extremely critical in my inspection but sometimes can’t resist a fabulous find even if there is a slight imperfection. Since every Shagbag is a “one of a kind” creation, they make wonderful collectibles.

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