A Full Moon Rising Sep 30, 2009
Donna graduated from high school and then went to the Parsons School for Design before leaving to work for Anne Klein, where she became head of the design team. In 1984, Karan left Anne Klein and founded her own company, Donna Karan New York (DKNY). (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Video: Nine West Announces Third Weekly Winner of the Vintage America Voices Contest Aug 9, 2009
The Company has capitalized on its nationally known brand names by entering into various licenses for several of its trademarks, including Jones New York, Evan-Picone, Anne Klein New York, Nine West, Gloria Vanderbilt and l.e.i., with select manufacturers of women's and men's products which the Company does not manufacture. For more than 30 years, the Company has built a reputation for excellence in product quality and value, and in operational execution. (PR Newswire)
The original American casual style Aug 6, 2009
He went on to design for renowned labels Anne Klein. Paco Rabanne and Perry Ellis, and sold under his own label for a while before coming onboard Gap. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Fashion/Shopping Blog Jul 5, 2009
Alfani; Charter Club; Anne Klein. With its roots in traditional folk elements stemming from Eastern Europe, City Folk fuses luxury elements and a rock-chic attitude. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Isabel Toledo Jun 19, 2009
For three seasons she was the designer for mainstream brand Anne Klein, and now her own label hangs on the racks at top department stores and high-end boutiques like Chicago's Ikram, which is known to be an incubator for the first lady's wardrobe. Isabel, 47, says she is flattered that Mrs. Obama, a woman she believes to have a strong personal style, has chosen her clothes without being pushed. (AZCentral -- Style)
CT Consignment Stores Offer Big Brands In Bad Times Jun 16, 2009
Capenera said Uptown has more than 35,000 consigners and takes in over 1,500 new items a day, keeping its sleek shelves well stocked with brands such as Nautica, Anne Klein and Brooks Brothers for adults and long racks of Rubbish and Diesel clothing brands for teens. E-mail marketing software and 20 percent discounts if customers use their store credit are all part of Uptown's strategy. (FOX61, CT)
Michelle Obama's Dress: A Bold Choice in Designer Isabel Toledo Apr 3, 2009
Cuban-born Toledo, who has been designing for 25 years and worked for a time at Anne Klein, is known in fashion circles as a "designer's designer" for her wit and whimsical sense of pattern, fit and fabric. The Manhattan-based designer also made the black tunic and palazzo pants that Obama wore to a fundraiser last June. (Time.com)
It's time for grown-up girl power Mar 21, 2009
In recognizing the changing roles of women and providing them with the clothes that gave them the confidence to do it in style, Claiborne had company in another pioneer, Anne Klein ... This month, designer Ted Kim, who earned his fashion chops at Donna Karan and Michael Kors, will present the new Anne Klein with a "face lift, tummy tuck and lots of yoga." ... Both Mizrahi and Kim claim that, even though the world has changed significantly since Liz Claiborne and Anne Klein were in their heyday,... (Globe and Mail)
How Can You Tell if a Fashion Show Is Any Good? Feb 20, 2009
Karan was just 26 when she inherited the design studio at Anne Klein after that earlier Queen of Seventh Avenue died in 1974. Her own companyDonna Karan New Yorkopened in 1985 at the height of power dressing. (Slate)
School Notes, 2-17-09 Feb 17, 2009
Clothing is provided by Anne Klein, Doodle Bugs, Burlington Menswear, Christy s Bridal, Jones New York, Maurice s and Wal-Mart. There will also be a raffle of more than 25 baskets. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
