CoverJanuary 2012

Runway Magazine, February 2012
Dareen Hakim, named one of the top new emerging designers in this issue of Runway Magazine…” ...Read More...

CoverJanuary 2012

Vero Beach Magazine, February 2012
My Love Clutch, handmade, was featured in Vero Beach Magazine in Florida… ...Read More...

Instyle UKJanuary 2012

Grazia Magazine, January 2012
Wonderful article about our retail partner Boticca.com and its inspiring founders… naming Dareen Hakim one of their favorite accessories designers! See the featured V Tote in Flesh and Icon in Emerald...Read More...

Instyle UKJanuary 2012

InStyle UK Magazine, January 2012
Dareen Hakim V Tote in Jade and V Clutch in Flame are the perfect accessory for this season’s bold winter florals and boho chic looks on InStyle’s Style Box!..."...Read More...

Brides Magazine December 2011

Bride's Magazine, December 2011
Le Beiruti Champagne Gold is a gilt-y pleasure in the season of celebrations' gold rush trend! "A clutch with a golden touch can be carried on your big day and any evening thereafter.."...Read More...

Brides MagazineNovember 2011

The Online Fashion Forecasting, Trend Reporting & News E-Zine
Designer Focus: Dareen Hakim | Fashion Trendsetter.."...Read More...

MetroOctober 2011

Metro (UK) Style Counsel
Things We Want! The V Clutch in Flame is featured in London's Metro newspaper.."...Read More...

Dubai ConfidentialSeptember 14, 2011

Dubai Confidential. Customize a Dareen Hakim Clutch Bag
The entire collection has a modern, edgy style, whilst remaining classic and timeless. If you have a creative flair, you can even customize your own clutch. Budding designers can pick from a selection...Read More...

The Fashion Spot. Designer to Watch: Dareen HakimSeptember 1, 2011

The Fashion Spot. Designer to Watch: Dareen Hakim
Her handbag styles are fashionable without looking like they'll feel dated in a season or two and they're original enough to stand out, but not so out-of-the-box that you couldn't wear them on a regular basis...Read More...

Accessories MagazineAugust 29, 2011

Accessories Magazine. Trend Finder: Coins - 
Designers are making a rich statement this season, as they opt to top their designs with opulent gold coin embellishments. Where to find it? Dareen Hakim Le Icon in Aqua...Read More...

Princeton MagazineAugust 10, 2011

Princeton Magazine. Girls Night Out: Le Icon in Onyx Croc
Princeton Magazine featured Dareen Hakim's Le Icon in Onyx Croc in this issue.. This perfect girl's night out accessory can be found at Intrique, in Buckingham, PA...Read More...

Five Five FabulousAugust 2011

Five Five Fabulous Meets Dareen Hakim
Learn more about the designer, her stories and inspirations...Read More...

Young Elite MagazineAugust 2011

Young Elite Magazine (YEM) - Summer Preview Issue (August 2011)
Summer Preview Issue Advertiser, Dareen Hakim Collection...Read More...

SetupJuly 12, 2011

Le Icon's Television Debut on Setup Squad
The Dareen Hakim Le Icon in slate croc is featured in episode 8 of Setup Squad around the 27 minute mark....Read More...

PeopleJuly 8, 2011

People Magazine - Eva Longoria Loves her Dareen Hakim Le Capri
Not-so-Desperate Housewife Eva Longoria was spotted by People Magazine in London wearing our classic Le Capri clutch while out on date night with Eduardo Cruz. Now, you can steal Eva's stunning style without having to break the bank! Shop for your own Le Capri Clutch, available in 5 different colors for only $245....Read More...

Teen VogueJuly 2, 2011

Teen Vogue - Petit Le Icon Wallet Sweepstakes  
Two lucky winners will score Dareen Hakim's Petite "Le Icon" wallet adorned with a hand engraved bronze plaque inscribed with "riches" in Arabic, a nod to the designer's Lebanese heritage. Dareen Hakim's creations are characterized by sumptuous leathers, arabesque calligraphy, and dramatic hues....Read More...

Lucky Magazine MagazineApril 7, 2011

Wendy Williams Show – InStyle Segment  
Le Icon was featured on the Wendy Williams show as part of the spring accessories segment with InStyle fashion editor Subira Shaw....Read More...

Accessories Trend Finder March 15, 2011

Accessories Trend Finder - March 15, 2011 
Sling your bag across your body this fall/winter, and you'll be sending all the right messages! The classic messenger bag is back this season in a big way. Whether you choose leather, canvas or somethng in between, the function -meets-fashion accessory is a must-have! ...Read More...

San Francisco CronicleMarch 13, 2011

San Francisco Cronicle March 13, 2011 
See Le Capri Marble paired with a fun, edgy Spring pant outfit! ...Read More...

Lucky Magazine MagazineFebruary 18, 2011

Dareen Hakim Le Capri: A sleek envelope clutch  
One takeaway from New York Fashion Week is the prominence of clutches for daytime (an ongoing trend, yes- but it's hit a fever pitch!). This sleek leather envelope hits all the right notes with it's strong brass clasp, adding a heavy metal touch to a classic, 70's-inspired shape....Read More...

Because London MagazineFebruary 18, 2011

Accessories – Daily Fix 
While we are in NY for the fashion week (some updates to follow), we went to visit handbag designer Dareen Hakim in her mid-town showroom. Only a year old, and her brand already counts Henri Bendel and Intermix as stockists. Having started off...Read More...

Boston MagazineFebruary 2011

Boston Magazine February 2011 
One of our holy grails of fashion (like tights that resist runs, or a miniskirt that won’t ride up) is a bag that’s big enough to fit our notebooks, wallet, and gadgets and gizmos aplenty ― and stylish enough that we actually look forward to carrying it. Which is why we dig the Montage satchel ($495)…...Read More...

Accessories MagazineFebruary 2011

Riviera Magazine February 2011 
Dareen Hakim Clutches Featured in February Issue of Riviera Magazine....Read More...

The Phillipine Star02/06/2011

The Phillipine Star 
Young bag designer Dareen Hakim knows this all too well. As one of the fashion creatives to watch out for this year, her clutch bags have become all the rave among fashion’s elite in New York, Los Angeles and Paris…...Read More...

Huffington Post01/13/2011

Nour Akkad How Handbag Designer Dareen Hakim Left Wall Street and Hasn’t Looked Back 
Imagine working for one of the most successful beauty companies in the world and imagine choosing to give it all up at the height of the financial crisis.... ...Read More...

Accessories MagazineJanuary/February 2011

Accessories Magazine January/February 2011 
WorldWatch: Accessories’ Globetrotting Fashion Report...Read More...

Harpers Bazaar Dubai Winter Gift Guide- 12/06/2010 12/06/2010

Harpers Bazaar December 2010 
Winter Wonderland, Icy Essentials Create a Wintery Feel...Read More...

Daily Candy - Gifts You Want to Give and Get - 11/30/2010 11/30/2010

Daily Candy - Gifts You Want to Give and Get - 11/30/2010 
Daily Candy Names Dareen Hakim Collection In their top gift list... Read More...

fabsugar.com - Fab Gift Guide: 15 Style Finds for Mom - 11/24/2010 11/24/2010

Fab Gift Guide: 15 Style Finds For Mom 
Fabsugar selects Le Capri Forest in its top 15 holiday gift guide... Read More...

bagsnob.com - Bag Snob Reviews - 11/07/2010 11/07/2010

Dareen Hakim Supports Hollywood Bag Ladies Luncheon 
Dareen Hakim arrived on the scene early this year and is already causing a storm! She is the hottest new brand at Henri Bendel and ...this Le Capri that she generously donated for the silent auction for the Hollywood Bag Ladies Luncheon may look like a simple clutch ... Thank you Dareen Hakim for your support of the Hollywood Bag Ladies Luncheon that Bag Snob is sponsoring!!... Read More...


bagsnob.com - Bag Snob Reviews - 10/18/2010 10/18/2010

Dareen Hakim Le Beiruti Review 
Whatever your thoughts are on this bag, one thing you must admit - you've never seen anything like it!! ... This is a cocktail number like no other, your unique style will be the talk of the party... Read More...


dailyfrontrow.com - Daily Front Row Ezine - 10/18/201010/18/2010

OBSESSION of the day: Le Icon Olive Croc
dailyfrontrow.com - Fashion Week Daily

We're suckers for a secret message, whether it's a hand-written note for a loved one or an inscribed watch. Beirut-born designer Dareen Hakim must share our love; her Le Icon ... Read More...


Savory Styles - 10/07/201010/07/2010

Fashion Chef Sophia Hyacinthe takes a look back at September 10th’s Fashion’s Night Out - Savory Styles 
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New York Magazine - 10/04/201010/04/2010

New York Magazine
Fall Bags 10/04/2010 ....Read More...


Forbes - 09/07/201009/07/2010

Dareen Hakim interviewed by FORBES.com, Leah Bourne: 09/07/2010
New York-based handbag designer Dareen Hakim, who sells to Henri Bendel and specialty retailer Intermix, has developed a similarly close relationship with her customers. Some offer color suggestions, while others have requested a clutch in a certain material via e-mail or on her Facebook ....Read More...


NBC New York News - 8/30/201008/30/2010

Giving Montmartre an edge in the Fashion Style-Off with our Cream Snake Icon clutch - Video Aug 24 NBC New York News: 08/30/2010
Three NYC boutiques, Montmartre, Jessie James and Zoe, face off to build the best outfit around a plain white tee from the Gap. The Plain White T-Shirt: Gap tee, $16.50. Montmartre's Look: JBrand cargo pants, $238. Muu Baa jacket, $418. Lionette pyramid necklace,$195. Dareen Hakim clutch, $355. All from Montmartre Video Aug 24...Read More...


Forbes - 09/07/201008/25/2010

Women's Wear Daily - Trade Show Highlights -  Accessories The Show, Las Vegas - BEST IN SHOW: Dareen Hakim’s leather clutches with brushed-metal closures …


View From The Front Row - 08/02/2010 08/02/2010

20 Questions With Handbag Designer Dareen Hakim 
Jennifer Sung interviews Dareen Hakim and discusses her Wall Street background and how it prepared her for her current entrepreneurial venture. Dareen explains her thoughts on social media’s impact on the fashion industry and how she defines real success. Read More...


Handbago - 5/25/20105/25/2010

Dareen Hakim Clutches: Old World with a Modern Twist
Have you been searching for the perfect clutch that goes from day to night seamlessly and is beautiful to look at? Look no further because we've recently discovered Dareen Hakim, the answer to your handbag needs. I, for one, have been on the hunt for a clutch that I can carry at night with a little black dress that isn't the same ol' boring black clutch that everyone else carries. Read More...


InStyle - 4/19/20104/19/2010

Inscribed Clutch
Inspired by her Lebanese roots, Beirut-native Dareen Hakim incorporates engraved messages, like "happiness" and "my love," on her customizable metal plates. Read More...


24 savvy - 4/13/20104/13/2010

Dareen Hakim: A Fresh Twist on the Classic Clutch
We are positively enamored of Dareen Hakim's debut collection of beautiful statement clutches and her modern take on a classic design. Born in Beirut, Lebanon, Dareen grew up surrounded by a rich history and vibrant culture which provided a deep well to draw from in exploring her unique and unusual style. Read More...


Bag Snob - 4/1/20104/1/2010

Dareen Hakim Arabesque Calligraphy Clutch
Dareen Hakim may be a newcomer in the bag world but it is obvious she is an old soul. Others put their heart on their sleeve, she has put hers on her clutch. These amazing clutches have messages of love, laughter, happiness and strength boldly engraved in Arabic on plaques. No, they are not subtle and nor should they be. I love the messages but I love the striking fashion statement they make even more! Read More...


Poshglam - 3/29/20103/29/2010

A New World Designer with an Old World Feel: Dareen Hakim
With all of the space-age and gritty designs in the market today, it is refreshing to find refuge in something simple, beautiful and inspiring. I found that in Dareen Hakim’s line of graceful clutches. They come in the prettiest summer shades from hot pink to yellow and look amazing with everything from a white t-shirt and jeans to an elegant evening ensemble. Read More...


John Simon Daily 3/12/20103/12/2010

The Uniqueness That Is Dareen Hakim Clutches
Dareen Hakim’s clutches have been “conversation starters” among women and men alike, both of whom have been attracted to the uniqueness…asking what it is, what it says, where they can get it. Fashionistas and trend-setters are always looking for that statement piece, wanting to create their own style and try new things that others don’t have.
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Racked - 2/16/20102/16/2010

Fergie Hearts Our Handbag Designer-to-Watch: Dareen Hakim
We've got our eyeballs on NY-LA-based handbag designer Dareen Hakim, whose statement-luxe "Live and Laugh" clutch is on Fergie's must-have list for spring. The Italian leather handbags are embellished with brass, gold, and silver and they're totally customizable with your choice of eight colors, five plaque effects, and four inscriptions.
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