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CHIC IN THE CITY Sweater Weather at Exclusive Tags NYC BELLA BOSSES Showcasing Savvy Entrepreneurs
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Photography: Michelle Behre Photography
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Photography: Michelle Behre Photography
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HARAN SARAH HARAN Paisley, Scotland Founder, Sarah Haran Accessories SarahHaran.com MY BUSINESS: Sarah Haran Accessories is a luxury handbag brand known for its exceptional versatility and innovative popper system that allows women to restyle their bags effortlessly. I founded Sarah Haran Accessories in 2017. My personal mission was the driving force behind our journey, aiming to create handbags that seamlessly transition from day to evening. With my training under the former creative director of Mulberry, I bring a wealth of experience and expertise to our designs. What truly sets our handbags apart is our popper system, offering a wide range of looks from just one handbag. MOST REWARDING: The most rewarding aspect of my work is the impact our handbags have on women's lives. Seeing how our designs empower women to express their unique style, fostering a sense of confidence and versatility in their fashion choices, brings immense satisfaction. Our customers often share stories of how our handbags have become an integral part of their daily lives, and that sense of connection and impact is truly rewarding. SECRET TO MY SUCCESS: The secret to our success lies in our unwavering commitment to innovation, craftsmanship, and a deep understanding of our customers' desires. 28
Photography: John David West
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ELIZABETH GREEN New York, NY CEO, Moonblu Media MoonbluMedia.com MY BUSINESS: Born in London, I came to New York knowing two people—and I wanted adventure. So, at age 60, I bought a restaurant and ran it, my first ever business, a little challenging! I did that for a few years here in New York and then the writer in me surfaced. I published my first book, ”Not In The Script: The Black Sheep in the Billionaire's Family,“ a memoir about being the forgotten member of my illustrious family. Then I met a marvelous director and screenwriter, Joey MHz, and we wrote a film script together based on my memoir. This inspired me to create my very own production company, Moonblu Media, and we are now in development to turn it into a film. We are here to do that for anyone who has a script or an idea—please include us in your creative process. If I can do it, anyone can; after all, this is the land of dreams. I have now written a second book “Being a Woman in New York Sucks.“ Oh yes, I’ve become a ’New Yawker.‘ Just looking for a publisher before we turn it into a TV series. Darren Star, are you there?! Well, a girl can dream! MOST REWARDING: The most rewarding aspect is finding my voice. When I was 18, I told my mother I wanted to write, and she told me it would be too hard. It took until I was 70 to publish my first book. Revisiting my life as we wrote the script for my film has been like doing therapy every day, supported by my business partner Joey MHz. I want to make a difference; I want to inspire others to speak out, own their feelings, and feel completely fulfilled. Especially, please hug your daughters and tell them that they can do anything they want... anything is possible—we women know that. SECRET TO MY SUCCESS: Feel the fear and do it anyway. I love people, I love human interaction, I’m just pushing forward. Every day I declare myself lovable and enough.
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