Blend New York Contemporary Fashion Boutique Signs On Nooni Luxury Handbags by Vicki Vlachakis

Jan. 21, 2010 - PRLog -- Vicki Vlachakis is an internationally recognized designer. She has been honored with numerous distinctions including: the 2007 Automotive Hall of Fame "Young Leadership" award, she was named one of the 50 "New Tastemakers" in 2006 by House and Garden Magazine, and has received the Good Design Award by the Chicago Museum of Architecture and Design in 2004.

Vicki's background is in the field of automotive design. She is credited with the designs of the Pontiac Solstice and Saturn Sky interiors, the Chevy SS concept interior, and the Chevy Borrego concept interior. She has also worked in Germany with Mercedes-Benz on the R class and the CLS exteriors. Recognized in this typically male-dominated industry, Vicki has managed to bring a feminine style and attention to detail to her designs.

Nooni, Vicki's independent brand is an expression of her passion for dynamic form and modern graphics. Nooni debuted in the Fall of 2008 for the Spring season with a line of premium handbags. The Nooni philosophy merges dramatic, sculptural forms with unmatched craftsmanship and surprising functionality, bringing a progressive look to the modern woman.

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