Kate Spade

Fashion designer and handbag creator

Kate Spade - Fashion designer and handbag creator
Born

December 24th, 1962
62 years ago

Died

June 5th, 2018
6 years ago — 55 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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A prominent fashion designer in the American fashion industry, established a brand that focused on chic handbags and accessories. Launched the iconic brand in 1993, which became known for its colorful and playful designs, particularly the handbags that blended functionality with style. Expanded the brand into a lifestyle company, offering ready-to-wear clothing, footwear, and home goods. The brand’s success led to multiple retail locations nationwide as well as international presence. In 2007, the brand was sold to Neiman Marcus Group, and later, in 2017, Kate Spade New York was acquired by Tapestry, Inc.

Founded the Kate Spade handbag brand

Expanded into lifestyle products

Sold brand to Neiman Marcus Group in 2007

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