Abdo and Dayan of Winoker close three leases totaling 15,596 s/f

Winoker Realty Co. has brokered three leases totaling 15,596 s/f at 320 Fifth Ave., a showroom property known as "the Handbag Building." The retail showroom property is owned and managed by Brause Realty Inc. Winoker acts as the exclusive leasing agent on the property. Accessories firm Almar Sales Co. leased 11,748 s/f of new space encompassing the building's entire third floor. Winoker represented the landlord on the ten-year lease. Michael Beyda of Benchmark Properties represented Almar. The two other deals involved tenant expansions. Private-label fashion firm Fashion Forward NY reaffirmed and expanded its leasing commitment at 320 Fifth Ave. from 1,123 to 2,077 s/f. The firm also extended its original lease by five years. Winoker represented both tenant and owner.Del Cesca Group, a private-label handbag and fashion accessories firm, also expanded its presence in the building. The firm, which had leased 779 s/f prior to August, more than doubled its size to 1,771 s/f and extended its original lease term by three years. Winoker represented both parties. Winoker executive VP Corey Abdo and senior managing director Jonata Dayan handled all three transactions for Brause Realty. "These latest deals are yet another example of why 320 Fifth Ave. is the go-to address for fashion tenants," Abdo said. "This building is one of Manhattan's most sought-after locations for showroom space, as affirmed by these transactions." One of the few buildings that specialize in accessory and handbag showrooms, 320 Fifth Ave. offers an array of distinctive, flexible spaces to accommodate both large and small tenants. The 12-story, 120,000 s/f building is considered a "must-visit" for accessory buyers. Many world-famous brands have chosen 320 Fifth Ave. as their home, including Francesco Biasia, Guess, Bric's and Badgley Mischka.