Paradise City Arts Festival, Northampton, MA, October 9, 10 & 11
Many of you have contacted me and asked about my next show! Paradise City in Northampton will be our only show for 2021. I can't wait to connect and see you all in person - it's been SO long! This is a new show for us in our home state and we look forward to meeting some wonderful new faces and some familiar friends. Click here for show info

Show Hours:
Saturday, October 9, 10am-6pm
Sunday, October 10, 10am-5pm
Monday, October 11, 10am-4pm

Location:
Three County Fairgrounds
54 Old Ferry Road, off Route 9
Northampton, MA 01060

Let's stay connected! If you're not able to make it to the show; you can still find us here on our website and follow us on Instagram @larabdesigns for the latest news and updates! Also, we're available for Zoom or FaceTime calls to share styles and sizes and answer all of your questions, just email: lara@larabdesigns.com

I'm continuing to connect with you on social media, newsletters and in person where we can. If you're in the Boston/Brookline area, I have a showroom I open by appointment. You can bring your friends, try on styles and see all the leathers. Just send me an email and we can set a date! If you are on my email list, you'll be the first to know about Events and Special Promos! If you're not on my email list, send me an email: lara@larabdesigns.com or contact me through the website, there's a link in the footer. I'd love to hear from you. Let me know how you're doing and what you're looking for - maybe we can dream up some new styles together!
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AND, we've added Free Shipping on all domestic orders over $150. So, if you can't purchase your handbag face to face, now your handbag will be at your doorstep. If there's something you saw at the show and can't find on the site, just reach out.

Stay healthy and please support your local small businesses, they'll appreciate it more than you know!

Smiles and elbow taps,
Lara ;)
xx

STUDIO NEWS: That's right, we moved our studio! It's a very stressful time but I'm feeling very good about shaking things up! All of the sewing and design work will be brought to life in the new studio space! Those of you who know me, know that I grew up in Portsmouth, RI, so this will be just over the bridge from my old stomping ground in Warren, RI at The Handkerchief Building. I moved on July 17 and I'm still setting up the studio. Once I'm in, it's definitely a place you can stop by for a visit, say hi and even shop!

Don't worry, for local folks, I still have the showroom on Beacon Street with one of every style and color in Brookline, MA. I plan to open the showroom for limited hours on the weekends and weekday appointments. So, contact me for any requests!

Stay tuned for snapshots of the move and all the fun to come! Follow us on Instagram @larabdesigns or Facebook.

WE'RE SHIPPING! Free Shipping on all domestic orders. So, instead of purchasing your handbag face to face, now your handbag will be at your doorstep, no added cost. If there's something you saw on social media and can't find on the site, just reach out.

I'd love to hear from you too. Let me know how you're doing and what you're looking for - maybe we can dream up some new styles together! This will pass ... it'll just take some more time, be patient and stay safe and please support your local small businesses, they'll appreciate it more than you know!

Smiles and {virtual} hugs,
Lara ;)
xx

UPDATE 9/3: As the year progresses, it's doubtful I'll be participating in any in person shows in 2020. I've updated my Show Schedule 8 times so far with changes. So, I'm looking to find other ways to connect with you. Social media, newsletters, word of mouth ... it all will be important. If you are connected to my Instagram @larabdesigns or Facebook accounts {view my stories}, you'll be the first to know about Flash Sales and Special Promos I dream up! I figure, if I'm not paying for the shows and all the expenses involved, I can pass the savings onto you! I'd love to hear from you too. Let me know how you're doing and what you're looking for - maybe we can dream up some new styles together! This will pass ... it'll just take some more time, be patient and stay safe. xx
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April 2020: To our customers and community ... with all the news swirling and virus spreading, it seems everyday is still bringing change. We are all feeling the effects in our own unique way. For Lara B, it means all of our shows have been postponed or cancelled through July 24(so far). The whole Artist and Small Business Community is feeling the impact.

Let's try to make the best of it somehow! #lemonade While we're not able to show you any new designs or leathers in person; you can still find us here online and follow us on Instagram @larabdesigns or Facebook for the latest news and flash sales!

AND, we're adding Free Shipping to all domestic orders! So, instead of purchasing your handbag face to face, now your handbag will be at your doorstep, no added cost. If there's something you saw at a show and can't find on the site, just reach out.

Now, it's time for me to stay put - design, dream and create!
Stay healthy and isolate and please support your local small businesses, they'll appreciate it more than you know!

Smiles and elbow taps,
Lara ;)
xx

Paradise City Arts Festival
Royal Plaza Trade Center
181 Boston Post Road W
Marlborough, MA 01752

SPRING SHOWS CANCELLED FOR 2020

For more info:
https://festivals.paradisecityarts.com/shows/marlborough-march-show

I'm so excited to be selected to participate in the next Paradise Arts Fest, Marlborough! This is a brand new show for me and I look forward to  exploring a great new audience, right in my own backyard! Click the link above and find out more about Paradise City Shows.

From artists with established reputations to emerging talents fresh on the scene, 175 curated exhibitors from across America will delight you with their extraordinary work. This show is always the go-to destination for imaginative home decor, art for your walls and sculpture for your garden, as well as a favorite source for fashion, jewelry and gifts that transcend expectations.

Look forward to seeing you there!
Smiles n' Hugs,
Lara
xx