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Michael Kors

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Michael Kors is a world-renowned, award-winning designer of luxury accessories and ready-to-wear. His namesake company, established in 1981, produces a range of products under his signature Michael Kors Collection and MICHAEL Michael Kors labels. These products include accessories, footwear, watches, jewelry, men’s and women’s ready-to-wear, eyewear and a full line of fragrance products. Michael Kors stores are operated, either directly or through licensing partners, in some of the most prestigious cities in the world, including New York, Beverly Hills, Chicago, London, Milan, Paris, Munich, Istanbul, Dubai, Seoul, Tokyo, Hong Kong, Shanghai and Rio de Janeiro.

Behind this burgeoning empire stands a singular designer with an innate sense of glamour and an unfailing eye for timeless chic. Michael Kors has won numerous accolades within the fashion industry, been honored for his philanthropy, and earned the respect and affection of millions. Wholly dedicated to a vision of style that is as sophisticated as it is indulgent, as iconic as it is modern, he has created an enduring luxury lifestyle empire with a global reach.

Michael Kors has always been involved in philanthropy, fighting hunger for more than 20 years. A longtime supporter of God’s Love We Deliver, he has worked with the New York-based organization to help distribute meals to people with HIV/AIDS, cancer and other serious illnesses. In 2013, he partnered with the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) to help fight world hunger by designing the 100 Series watch. A portion of the proceeds from his special-edition timepiece helps WFP deliver food to children through its school meals program.

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TYPEPublic
ESTABLISHED1981
HEADQUARTERSUnited States
EMPLOYEES> 10,000

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Retail

This Week: How Far Does the Power of Brand Go?

On Running and Tapestry report earnings this week amid rising inflation and cautious consumers. Following strong performances from Ralph Lauren and E.l.f. Beauty, these results will continue to test whether brand power is a match for economic uncertainty.

Retail

This Week: How Far Does the Power of Brand Go?

On Running and Tapestry report earnings this week amid rising inflation and cautious consumers. Following strong performances from Ralph Lauren and E.l.f. Beauty, these results will continue to test whether brand power is a match for economic uncertainty.


Luxury

Capri Aims to Revive Michael Kors With Lower Prices, Amazon E-Commerce Sales

Capri Holdings will bank on mid-tier pricing and a partnership with Amazon following its sale of Versace to Prada, indicating it may relinquish its image as a luxury fashion conglomerate.

Luxury

Capri Aims to Revive Michael Kors With Lower Prices, Amazon E-Commerce Sales

Capri Holdings will bank on mid-tier pricing and a partnership with Amazon following its sale of Versace to Prada, indicating it may relinquish its image as a luxury fashion conglomerate.


Workplace & Talent

Chief Product Officers Are Fashion’s New Power Players

From Burberry to Michael Kors and Under Armour, brands are leaning on product chiefs to navigate economic uncertainty and reignite innovation.

Workplace & Talent

Chief Product Officers Are Fashion’s New Power Players

From Burberry to Michael Kors and Under Armour, brands are leaning on product chiefs to navigate economic uncertainty and reignite innovation.


Fashion Week

In New York, Heiresses and Working Girls

The clothes on offer at New York Fashion Week ranged from fanciful to practical to a perfect mix of the two, reports Lynn Yaeger.

Fashion Week

In New York, Heiresses and Working Girls

The clothes on offer at New York Fashion Week ranged from fanciful to practical to a perfect mix of the two, reports Lynn Yaeger.


Retail

Where Does Michael Kors Go From Here?

Without Tapestry, Capri Holdings has a tough road ahead to return its biggest brand to growth.

Retail

Where Does Michael Kors Go From Here?

Without Tapestry, Capri Holdings has a tough road ahead to return its biggest brand to growth.


Retail

Tapestry and Capri Call Off Their Merger

The $8.5 billion deal is off after the US Federal Trade Commission successfully blocked it in court. In announcing the termination, the Coach-owner said it would buy back stock, while Capri outlined a turnaround plan that includes closing some Michael Kors stores.

Retail

Tapestry and Capri Call Off Their Merger

The $8.5 billion deal is off after the US Federal Trade Commission successfully blocked it in court. In announcing the termination, the Coach-owner said it would buy back stock, while Capri outlined a turnaround plan that includes closing some Michael Kors stores.


Partner Content

Fashion Executives on Finding Brand Success on TikTok

This September, BoF and TikTok co-hosted an intimate roundtable with executives from the likes of TikTok, LVMH, Calvin Klein, Fendi, Tiffany & Co., Van Cleef & Arpels and E.l.f. Beauty, to discuss how brands can effectively build digital intimacy with their communities and drive commercial results.

Partner Content

Fashion Executives on Finding Brand Success on TikTok

This September, BoF and TikTok co-hosted an intimate roundtable with executives from the likes of TikTok, LVMH, Calvin Klein, Fendi, Tiffany & Co., Van Cleef & Arpels and E.l.f. Beauty, to discuss how brands can effectively build digital intimacy with their communities and drive commercial results.


Luxury

Michael Kors Highlights Handbag Market Diversity in FTC Hearing

Michael Kors testified about the nature of the competitive landscape of the handbag market, as the FTC scrutinises Tapestry’s $8.5 billion acquisition of Capri Holdings.

Luxury

Michael Kors Highlights Handbag Market Diversity in FTC Hearing

Michael Kors testified about the nature of the competitive landscape of the handbag market, as the FTC scrutinises Tapestry’s $8.5 billion acquisition of Capri Holdings.


Fashion Week

Hopes and Fears at New York Fashion Week

The intense political moment found its way onto the runway, wittingly or unwittingly, reports Lynn Yaeger.

Fashion Week

Hopes and Fears at New York Fashion Week

The intense political moment found its way onto the runway, wittingly or unwittingly, reports Lynn Yaeger.


Fashion Week

In New York, a Season of Sweeping Coats and Beyoncé

Above all, this New York Fashion Week will be remembered for floor-sweeping leather coats and ‘Queen Bey,’ writes Lynn Yaeger.

Fashion Week

In New York, a Season of Sweeping Coats and Beyoncé

Above all, this New York Fashion Week will be remembered for floor-sweeping leather coats and ‘Queen Bey,’ writes Lynn Yaeger.