Collins of Texas, one of only two luxury brand handbags produced in the United States is making a comeback as whimsical fashion accessories for collectors and others interested in unique creations.
The life of company founder and designer Enid Collins life is documented in the newly published book, “Enid”, written by her son George Phillip (Jeep) Collins of Fredericksburg.
Using personal papers and letters, Collins has documented his parents’ lives creating and manufacturing the iconic jeweled handbags in Medina and Fredericksburg.
The book details not only family history but the history of Medina during the 50s and 60s. Collins’ handbags were once carried ...