Remembering Kate Spade

The recent news of the death of beloved Designer Kate Spade was a great loss to the world, and very sad news indeed.

We here at Beauty Seeker wanted to post an article to remember her and her wonderful work.  

Kate Spade was born Katharine Noel Brosnahan on December 24, 1962 .  Kate Spade was an iconic American fashion designer and businesswoman whose handbags and accessories have been very popular since the early 1990's.  

Early in her career Kate Spade worked in the accessories department at the fashion magazine Mademoiselle, Soon after, her and her husband Andy Spade founded her design business in 1993.  The brand quickly became known for it's high quality, stylish bags and purses.   Kate Spade's bags had mass appeal both because of their chic style and colorful whimsy.

The Kate Spade brand went on to include jewellry, home decor and clothing.  Her unique and colorful patterns are still best sellers 30 years after she started her business empire.  

According to her husband, Kate suffered from severe dperession and was seeking help for her illness at the time of her death.  She died on June 5, 2018 after an apparent suicide.  The news of her death came as a shock to her friends and family, as well as to her millions of fans around the world.

Fans of her brand all over the world mourn her loss.  She was an amazing talent, and her beautiful handbags and accessories are beloved by millions.

Depression has claimed the lives of too many wonderful people. 

It feels important at a time like this to put out a reminder to anyone who needs help that help is available.  There is a national hotline and website available with people who are ready to help:

https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/

Rest in peace Kate Spade.