MAKE YOUR CASE WITH LOST LUGGAGE IN 2006

Portfolio couturier updates the highly prized, handcrafted case line

New York, NY - As the PhotoPlus Expo prepares to get underway at the Jacob Javits Center, the photography industry gathers to preview the new 2006 offerings from over 200 exhibitors. Among the most anticipated premiers is the newly updated line of handmade portfolios and cases from Lost Luggage.

With over 10 years of experience creating handcrafted portfolios and cases, the Seattle based company has made a name for itself by providing presentation tools to designers, photographers, architects and a multitude of A-list corporate clients such as Vespa, Microsoft, Apple, Nike, Victoria's Secret and Universal Studios.

Jason Brown, founder, principal and senior designer of Lost Luggage, distills the company's unique approach simply: “Lost Luggage takes the lost art of hand-crafted portfolios and reinvents what's possible. We create cases that truly stand out by using innovative man-made and natural materials.”

The Lost Luggage products have been updated with a special emphasis on warm sensuality melded with sleek modernism. Additionally, the screwpost binding system in the portfolios have been re-engineered in a unique design that incorporates the hinge inside the cover materials, adding even more elegance to an already stunning line.

Looking Glass™
Sexy portfolios with an expandable screwpost binding system. For a sleek industrial feel, choose from designer acrylics in clear or frosted green glass, or encapsulated gold or silver meshes. For a lush, organic sensuality, choose between fir or wenge wood, moss or jute leather, and blue or green felt.

Arsenal™
The famous Lost Luggage metal slipcases protect portfolios with unheard-of glamour. Featuring a minimalist, expandable design, Arsenal™ is available in grey or gold anodized aluminum, perfectly complimenting the colors, sizes and styles of Lost Luggage portfolios and bags.

O2™ Bag
These luxurious leather bags belie a rugged functionality and are expertly tailored to fit Arsenal™ slipcases and Looking Glass™ portfolios. Every O2™ bag is hand stitched to last and sports a customizable metal nameplate. Choose between moss and jute colored leathers.

Orbit™
CD cases as only Lost Luggage can do. Designed to defy expectations, even a simple CD can be clothed in breath-taking design. Choose between designer acrylics such as clear or frosted green glass or encapsulated gold or silver meshes.

About Lost Luggage
Founded in 1994, by Jason Brown, Lost Luggage makes presentation tools informed by classic design, pop culture and street-smart sensibility. Individually crafted, personalized and memorable, a Lost Luggage portfolio is the ideal showcase to make a powerful impression.

Individuality is the essence of the Lost Luggage philosophy
The Company is founded on the belief that the purpose of every portfolio is to convey the identity of the owner. “Beyond that, we also offer a unique service called Brand Envy that helps creative professionals present and value their brand by highlighting originality, differentiation from competitors, and a unity of message,” said Nadine Stellavato, Lost Luggage's Brand Envy marketing and design director. Services offered include portfolio explorations, identity and design, web sites, promotional materials and brand maintenance.
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MAKERS OF COVETED PORTFOLIOS INTRODUCE NEW OBJECTS OF ENVY

Lost Luggage®, prized portfolio couturier, launches Case Envy™; a prêt a porter line with designer looks

Seattle, WA >> After gaining a reputation for creating unmatched presentation solutions, Lost Luggage® has announced their newest creation: Case Envy™, a value-priced portfolio line that features many of the designer touches previously associated exclusively with Lost Luggage's® premium products.

Already highly anticipated, the line has been gathering enthusiastic demand from a number of popular retailers such as Sam Flax Atlanta, Paperhaus, Glazer's and Cameo Style. Dean Ellison of Paperhaus Vancouver was passionate in his description of Case Envy's™ entrance into the portfolio category: “Case Envy exemplifies a quantum leap in affordable presentation materials. Lost Luggage has combined their masterful materials and quality, sought after by top designers everywhere, with a price point to suit even those seeking to influence the world of art and design. Case Envy is poised to become the iPod of portfolios.”

The new portfolio line encompasses a variety of standout products that can be combined to create a complete presentation solution:

Presence™
Glamorous three ring binders with a touch of attitude
Available in white acrylic, black acrylic, orange acrylic, frosted clear acrylic, and brown hardboard.

Ice Nine™
Sleek and sexy portfolios with an expandable screwpost binding system
Available in white acrylic, black acrylic, orange acrylic, frosted clear acrylic, and brown hardboard.

Arsenal™
Unique, expandable slipcases designed to protect and compliment IceNine™ portfolios and Presence™ three ring binders
Available in white acrylic, black acrylic, orange acrylic, frosted clear acrylic, and brown hardboard.

Orbit™
Outrageously unusual CD cases
Available in white, black, and orange acrylic with frosted clear acrylic covers.

IceNine™ & Arsenal™ Presentation Kit
Kitted out with style, this system also includes high quality sheet protectors for one powerful, memorable presentation solution
Available in white acrylic, black acrylic, orange acrylic, frosted clear acrylic, and brown hardboard.

About Case Envy™
Case Envy™ is designed and produced by Lost Luggage®, a Seattle based portfolio company founded in 1994. Lost Luggage® translated their mission to Case Envy™; an accessible line that provides superior design and construction of portfolios and presentation products for an affordable price.
www.case-envy.com
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