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Article: THE FOUR TOPS; A NEW GROUP OF SOUTHWESTERN ENTREPRENEURS IS MAKING AN IMPRESSION WITH A VARIETY OF ACCESSORIES, FROM JEWELRY TO BELTS AND HANDBAGS.
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- WWD
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- October 6, 2004
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Byline: Holly Haber
The Southwest's base of clothing manufacturers has dwindled sharply over the past decade, but the accessories industry has gone in the opposite direction, straight up. Companies like Fossil and Tandy Brands have done nothing but expand, and myriad entrepreneurs who seek a piece of the action keep popping up. Here, a look at some of the latest entries in the market.
NuNu
At last market, Natalie Lu broke into wholesale with the semiprecious jewelry line NuNu, which she has been producing and selling via home shows for three years.
"I would like people to know the brand name, and to get more exposure," she explained. ...