Elaine Turner bags it in New York

Elaine Turner at her new New York Handbags Boutique

from Chron.com

What's the best way to attract fashion writers and store buyers? Offer Margaritas, tacos and "the best little handbags in Texas." That's what Houston handbag designer Elaine Turner did to announce the opening of her New York showroom. Turner said having a New York showroom marks a big step for her growing handbag empire. Business has been so good, that she's thinking of expanding the showroom to showcase a line of shoes that debut in late spring.