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We visited the MCM store at NorthPark on our luxury tour and spoke with store employee Aidan about the store and some history on the brand.
MCM, as you may know, is a leather goods manufacturer that has created many great looking products with the use of their iconic logo & monogram patterns. We took to the store directly to get some extended details on the product.
So primarily, where is MCM’s product materials acquired?
MCM’s materials primarily come from Italy and then some materials are retrieved from South Korea.
What is one of the most popular items you would say MCM has?
While all of MCM’s products are relatively great, I would say the Le Shopper is one of the most commonly sold among handbags.
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The average cost range of MCM Products?
I would say the average cost range starting from our smallest bag is around $430. As you go up and depending on added features you could see anywhere up to $2500 average.
Personal Observations:
MCM creates some very fine leather products and ranges through various categories such as handbags, wallets, shoes, and more. The most common (tan leather monogram) is very popular and looks really good. They have a variety of colors and monogram tones that all have unique style and appeal to all types. My personal favorite was the inverse black with purple monogram, which I thought was very stylish and particularly caught my eye.
We took a trip to Tiffany & Co. on our Luxury Excursion to find out more about why Tiffany has become so iconic.
We spoke with the Store Manager Roland who was very helpful and provided us with good information.
Tiffany & Co. was founded in 1837 by Charles L. Tiffany. Tiffany was driven and came to have their brand renowned as the “Symbol of Engagement.”
Tiffany & Co. is most commonly known for the Tiffany Blue – which is an iconic and unique color designed and trademarked by Tiffany. If you go out and see the color on a box you immediately would know it is from Tiffany.
Tiffany is well known for their jewelry and especially their rings. However recently Tiffany & Co. has branched out and even produce lifestyle products of various types that appeal to all types of customers.