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Kate Spade: From Preppy Roots to Vintage Treasures – A Style Legacy

New York, NY – June 24, 2024 – The story of Kate Spade, the iconic fashion designer, is one of entrepreneurial spirit and a unique blend of personal styles. Recently, Elyce Arons, co-founder of both Kate Spade and Frances Valentine, shared insights into their partnership and creative process in her new memoir, We Might Just Make It After All [[1]].

Initially, Spade and Arons had differing fashion sensibilities. Spade favored a “traditional,preppy style,” while Arons leaned towards trend-driven looks [[1]].However, this contrast proved fruitful. The duo discovered a shared passion for vintage shopping, bonding over finding affordable treasures and imagining the stories behind each piece [[1]].

Spade especially loved “colorful and joy-sparking pieces” with excellent design and quality [[1]]. They drew inspiration from style icons like Mary Tyler Moore, Ali McGraw, Katharine Hepburn, and Jackie Onassis [[1]].

This blend of influences ultimately shaped the timeless aesthetic of the Kate Spade brand, proving that diverse perspectives can create something truly iconic. Spade tragically passed away in June 2018 at the age of 55 [[1]], but her legacy continues to inspire.

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