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Who says fashion can't help make the world a better place? Bridget and Megan Torregrossa, two fashion forward sisters, say it can. The gals have synthesized their creative skills to give back to families in need. The duo has teamed up with Ronald McDonald House to bring the Handbags for Hope Event back for a second year. The event will be held on August 7th at the Palace in New Jersey. Guests will enjoy cocktails and a handbag auction, all to benefit the charity. Bridget and Megan will both be present at the event, where they will be donating bags from their latest line, including a tote bag that was designed especially for RMH. The tote is a creamy color with sketch-like details and includes the Ronald McDonald House logo. On the bottom of the bag reads "Handbags for Hope." The Torregrossa sisters launched Torregrossa Fashions back in 2010 in New York City, where they both attended college; Bridget, Marymount Manhattan and Megan FIT, they strive to blur the gap between high end and less expensive labels, while keeping quality as their highest priority.

The Ronald McDonald House provides a second home for thousands of families with children that are hospitalized due to illness. It's a place for people of all walks of life to come together to support one another in their time of need, fostering a sense of community for all of the families. RMH strives to "be part of that change and part of the solution in improving the lives of children and their families by providing programs that strengthen families during their most difficult or challenging times."

For more on the Torregrossa sisters and their initiatives, visit their website here. To visit the Ronald McDonald House Foundation website, go here.

Made in the USA is not something we see on tags very often, especially when it comes to high fashion. Torregrossa, an emerging luxury handbag brand, prides itself in using the finest materials from Italy and Spain, but the bags are manufactured in the USA. The company believes with domestic production down and with the US in troubled economic times, companies manufacturing within the states will stimulate economic growth for the country. Designer Megan Torregrossa finds it's imperative to monitor the entire production process to ensure quality.

The design of the Fall 2011 Collection mixes premium leathers with suede or exotic skin in various colors and textures. With more than 14 colors to choose from, there is a match for any outfit, including black, burgundy, mint, olive and plum. Torregrossa designs are functional keeping all of your essentials in mind with custom fitted pockets. No more rummaging through your bottomless Mary Poppins bag to find your iPod or your cell phone.

Along with classic handbags, Torregrossa  features the "3 in 1 " bag, which can be worn as a cross body bag, long shoulder strap or as a clutch. This is perfect for those days when you are constantly on-the-go, and don't have time to change your bag to suit your environment.

For more information on Torregrossa, visit www.torregrossafashions.com.