Executive Essentials was founded in 1990 in Woodfield Mall, Schaumburg, Illinois. Here is a glimpse of where we came from.

Executive Essentials was preceded by its parent company, Emporium Luggage, which was founded in 1947. Emporium Luggage is a traveler’s paradise. Luggage, business cases, computer cases, duffels, backpacks and travel accessories are the mainstays of this family-owned business. Emporium Luggage has continually offered quality products and professional service at low prices. You will have to travel far and wide to find a more pleasant and complete place to shop.

The product of an ever-changing business climate, Irv’s Luggage Warehouse was born in 1991, an off-price discount luggage outlet. We are able to hunt down discontinued merchandise, factory closeouts and irregulars for those customers looking for an unbelievable deal. It is no frills shopping—just the rock bottom low prices that have made Irv’s Luggage the destination for the value conscious traveler. Our web address is www.irvs.com.

In 1990 we veered a little off course. The idea of creating an upscale boutique devoted almost entirely to fine writing instruments was a dream of one of our owners. What began as a dream finally became a reality after years of planning, preparation and scouting for the right place for such a store. With the success of the first Executive Essentials store in Woodfield, came our natural progression to the Internet.

We have learned that pen collectors are sentimental and enthusiastic about their hobby and passion for pens. To this end, we have tried to offer an assortment of products in our stores that would appeal to a vast array of writing enthusiasts. Whether you want Waterman, prefer Parker, opt for Omas or long for Lamy, we have something for everyone’s taste. We also carry the ultimate in pen extras—inkwells, colored ink, stationary, pen cases and elegant desktop accessories.

In addition to fine writing instruments, we have a carefully chosen inventory of fine leather business and computer cases, time management systems and unique executive gift items.

For that special finishing touch, we offer gift-wrapping and complimentary embossing on our leather goods. Also, we have a Corporate Discount Program that you will want to take advantage of. We hope you will browse through our website to see what we are all about. Be sure as you browse, to make note of various specials that will be offered from time to time. If you need help, we have expert customer service representatives on hand to answer questions at our toll-free number, Whatever you decide on, we are sure you will make the "write" choice!