Designer Rebecca Minkoff is quickly building a fashion empire.  Minkoff, noted for her leather handbags and accessories, branched into clothing, launching her women's collection in 2008. Following the success of this endeavor, the she expanded her line into men's bags and accessories, aptly labeled Ben Minkoff, inspired by her grandfather Ben's combat fighting skills in WWII and the classic bags that were carried in the Air Force in 1940.  Women's Wear Daily reports that Rebecca is launching a 25-piece footwear collection, which will debut next month during her Spring 2011 presentation at New York Fashion Week.

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