Carlos Falchi, Who Turned Exotic Animal Skins Into Coveted Handbags, Dies at 70 by MARGALIT FOX

By MARGALIT FOX

A self-taught artisan from Brazil, Mr. Falchi built a fashion empire from hand-sewn leather clothing and handbags made from the skins of exotic animals, including anacondas, caimans and ostriches.

Published: April 1, 2015 at 12:00AM

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