BRIGGS & RILEY INTRODUCES @WORK PIECES DESIGNED FOR WOMEN

March 16, 2007 (PRLEAP.COM) Media News
Hauppauge, N.Y. – Briggs & Riley Travelware introduces several new pieces within its popular @work Collection that are designed to deliver the more contemporary styling and silhouette desired by a growing number of female executives. The new pieces include organizers with padded pockets for PDA’s and cell phones, and additional pockets for DVD’s, pens, business cards, make-up and more. Added features include computer sleeves with quilted padding, and a dual-purpose back pocket that slides over the exclusive Outsider® handle on Briggs & Riley Uprights®. The new pieces are available in black.

The new pieces provide the same versatility and durability that customers have come to expect from @work. And like all Briggs & Riley products, they’re backed by the Briggs & Riley Simple as that® lifetime warranty.

Jim Lahren, Vice President of Marketing at Briggs & Riley said, “We’re in constant conversation with our customers. As a result, we learned that there are a significant number of female @work users who love the functionality and efficiency the collection provides but who would especially like those benefits in a more contemporary, stylish silhouette. These new pieces meet and exceed their request. They provide easy, efficient organization with greater style, and further strengthen an already-proven collection.”

The new styles include:
Slender Computer Brief #WB303 ($169 ):
Exterior:
o SpeedThru™ pocket for hassle-free airport security checks, and orange lining alerts when pocket is open
o Large front slip pocket with magnetic closure
o Leather top handles or shoulder strap for easy transport

Interior:
o Two-section design with (a) organizer and (b) computer section
o Removable pouch with mesh ID card window perfect for make up accessories
o Computer sleeve is fleece-lined with quilted padding for extra protection
o Computer sleeve fits most 15” laptop screens
o StretchTech® side gussets open wide for easy access
o Elastic hide-away ID tag to conceal personal documents
o Shoulder strap with shoulder pad
Slim Computer Tote #WB307 ($229):
Exterior:
o Front slip pocket with magnetic closure for small miscellaneous items
o U-shaped front pocket for storage of airline tickets and other personal documents
o Short leather shoulder strap for over the shoulder carrying
o Metal feet lift tote off wet or dirty surfaces

Interior:
o Removable pouch with mesh ID card for storage of personal items, make up, etc.
o Computer sleeve is fleece-lined with quilted padding and has a Velcro flap closure
o Computer sleeve fits most 15” laptop screens
Shoulder Computer Tote #WB312 ($199):
Exterior:
o Flat front pocket for storage of airline tickets and other personal documents
o Large front slip pocket with magnetic closure
o Leather shoulder straps, perfect for over the shoulder carrying
o Metal feet lift tote off wet or dirty surfaces

Interior:
o Removable neoprene computer sleeve with quilted padding and Velcro flap closure
o Computer sleeve fits most 15” laptop screens
o Elastic slip and elastic mesh pocket for efficient organization

About Briggs & Riley Travelware
Briggs & Riley Travelware is dedicated to building a lifelong relationship with its customers by consistently understanding and exceeding their needs. The company offers a variety of innovative, high-quality luggage collections; each aimed at a specific user lifestyle. Briggs & Riley backs all of its products with its “Simple as thatâ” warranty, the most comprehensive lifetime guarantee in the industry that even covers damage caused by an airline. Briggs & Riley products are sold exclusively through more than 500 independent specialty luggage stores in North America, select retailers internationally, and through its online boutique. Please visit www.briggs-riley.com for a list of new products and store locations.