Best of Rhode Island 2008 Editors' Picks

Keep your swanky Ferragamo, your Gucci and Dior. Original designs handcrafted by Michael Paul and Frances Rosa right in Rhode Island are far more precious. Visit the shop to actually feel the lush materials and see the meticulous workmanship. The Southern Cross chocolate leather mailbag ($210) is a knock-out and that's only one (we're already envisioning a collection) winning option.