how their bag will positively impact society. “We’ve already made a $5,000 donation to the Arizona Apparel Foundation, which is what supports F.A.B.R.I.C. and all of the services offered there,” Gandal said. “We love Arizona and want to support this underrepresented fashion community. We really hope to help put it on the map nationally.” Recognizing that corporate social responsibility is a concept KATCO wants baked into its business, the founders feel their goal is not just to create a financially profitable brand for its own sake, but also so they can help impact communities in positive ways. The company plans to select a philanthropic cause each quarter and donate a percentage Photo credit: Shane Baker

of profits as well as offer customers the chance to round up their purchases to raise funds for worthy causes as they check out online. The ultimate dream is that the company will help solve problems that women face, both those found inside their bags and in their lives. To learn more, go to katcoleathergoods.com . Spring Clean Your Purse! FIVE TIPS FROM KATHRYN GANDAL 1 Turn your handbag upside down and dump the contents on an empty table. 2 Take a moment to look through everything and think about which items you really need and which items are there out of habit. 3 Collect like items and put things back in the bag in an order where you can easily reach them. 4 Separate car keys from house keys by having dedicated key rings. 5 Keep the bag orderly so it becomes a habit and you don’t waste time reorganizing every day. Tyler Butler FASHION WRITER givinginstyle.net GIVING IN STYLE CONTINUED 2 4 4 6 E C A M E L B A C K R O A D | 6 0 2 . 9 5 5 . 8 0 0 0 F E N D I P R A D A 191787_PHOENIX_FRONTDOORS_7.75X4.75_MAG.indd 1 3/18/19 1:31 PM