My inspiration comes from the people that are nearest to me, and from a desire to see women enjoy a chic and elegant image."

The first thing one notices when meeting Rosario is her cheerfulness and enthusiasm. Born in Peru in 1948, Rosario first began studying psychology, but eventually dropped out to work in business. She then got married. After the birth of her fourth child, Rosario decided to take a course in leather design and creation.

"I was absolutely fascinated with the possibilities that leather offered," says Rosario. "The first things I designed were holders for lighters and lipstick, purses, wallets, and pencil cases. ...

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