In 1954, JRJuliusResnick used an "Exquisitely Textured" material called Shoe Calf, made by Fashion Vinyl, division of General Tire & Rubber. Manoir, a burnished grain vinyl was also part of the line. They were distributed by Sommers Plastic Products, 7-9 w. 18th Street, New York.

Full page ad February 1961 Handbags & Accessories, page 7. The mention of Marshmallow vinyl dates this material ca. 1960.

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