Even if they arrived in good shape, he realized, there would be such a multitude of different brands and styles that mechanics wouldn't have the parts to keep them operating.
He has created some big shoes to fill, and now that the 2013 mayoral race is starting to shape up, it will be interesting to see who steps up to fill them and what their brands will bring to New York City.
Beauty brands are rethinking the design of applicators that come with their products, whether it's the shape of the tip of an eyeliner wand or the number of bristles on a nail-polish brush.