MINNEAPOLIS, Nov. 08, 2017 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Evine Live Inc. (“Evine”) (NASDAQ:EVLV), a multiplatform interactive digital commerce company (evine.com), today announced the premiere of Sharif Handbags on November 29 and November 30. Once one of the largest handbag brands in the U.S., Sharif designs are showcased in the Esse Purse Museum alongside some of the most iconic handbag designers in the world. His newest collection at Evine will be reminiscent of Sharif’s original masterpieces and incorporate iconic design elements to create unexpected looks and distinctive silhouettes.
“We are very excited to welcome Sharif into the Evine family and introduce our customers to his stunning collection of handbags,” said Bob Rosenblatt, Chief Executive Officer at Evine. “I’ve known Sharif for many years, and have seen first-hand the masterful way in which he designs the pieces within his collection. He is a rebel within the handbag industry and his bags are loved by fans all over the world.”
“I’m at the point in my career where I desire to design by my own rules,” said Sharif. “Evine has welcomed me with open arms and provided me the freedom to develop a handbag collection that represents the best of what I have to offer. Fans of mine will delight in the unique details and unexpected mixture of materials that come together to create beautiful works of art.”
Launching on Evine November 29 and November 30, the Sharif Handbag collection will feature a variety of designs incorporating a surprising and playful use of leathers and textiles, unique hardware and distinguishing silhouettes. The designs mirror images seen in museums and provide a uniquely artistic quality, yet are extremely functional for everyday use. Sharif derives his inspiration from materials found all over the world and incorporates culture, creativity and unexpected looks to each handbag.
Viewers are invited to watch the premiere beginning November 29 at 11:00pm ET with additional shows to follow November 30 on Evine via cable and satellite, mobile apps and live streaming online at www.evine.com. Evine airs on DIRECTV channels 73 and 316, DISH Network channels 134 and 228, Apple TV, Roku, Amazon Fire TV, select Samsung Smart TVs, YouTube and on the nation's top cable providers. Find Evine in your area: bit.ly/1CNa450.
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About Evine
Evine Live Inc. (NASDAQ:EVLV) operates Evine, a multiplatform interactive digital commerce company that offers a mix of proprietary, exclusive and name brands directly to consumers in an engaging and informative shopping experience via television, online and mobile. Evine reaches more than 87 million cable and satellite television homes with entertaining content in a comprehensive digital shopping experience 24 hours a day.
About Sharif
Sharif was born and raised in Cairo and the son of a leather artisan, so it was only natural that he continued the tradition of working as a leather craftsman. In 1979 he started his eponymous handbag company, Sharif Design Ltd., and quickly developed a reputation for quality and a dedication to his customers. Sharif grew to be the largest handbag brand in the United States in the late 1980’s and he founded the American Leather Accessory Designers guild. Sharif’s designs are in the Esse Purse Museum and he has won numerous awards over the years for his creations.
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