62 Quotes by Kate Spade

Think, Travel, Celebrate, Charm, Decorate, Dress, Live - colorfully

Before I came to New York, I only had a few pictures of the city in my mind. And you know 'That Girl?' Marlo Thomas jumping with her hat? I always loved that, and I wondered what that double street she crosses is. And it's Park Avenue! And that's what I can see out my window.

I collect books - a lot of books.

I love lamps. I can't stand overhead lighting. I have to have everything on a dimmer.

Every time I go to the market, Andy says, 'Don't forget the Triscuits!'

I'm a big list maker. But if I cross off too many tasks and it's hard to see the remaining ones, I have to start a new list.

I believe that accessories should bring color and texture to an every day wardrobe based on each individual's sense of style.

I did not go to fashion school. I arrived in New York in 1986 from Kansas City and was working as accessories editor for Mademoiselle Magazine. While working at Mademoiselle I noticed that the market lacked stylish and sensible handbags, so I decided to create my own.

I started getting orders from some of the leading stores Fred Segal, Bergdorf Goodman. I realized then that my bags were being noticed by the fashion world.