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The CEO of Frances Valentine and cofounder of Kate Spade reflects on her best friend’s legacy
Now the CEO of Frances Valentine, a colorful luxury handbag and fashion brand, Arons first came to prominence in the industry ...
Elyce Arons, Cofounder and CEO of Frances Valentine, Reflects on Friendship With Kate Spade, Success of Frances Valentine and New Book
On the eve of the release of her new book, “We Might Just Make It After All” (Gallery Books, an imprint of Simon & Schuster) ...
Kate Spade’s best friend remembers the late designer’s immense charm and secret sadness in new book: ‘She felt things more deeply than most’
Arons, Spade, Andy and another friend, Pamela Bell, launched Kate Spade New York in 1990. Spade spent her days creating ...
Kate Spade’s Best Friend Creates Tote Bag To Support Hope For Depression: 'I Want To Focus On The Good She Left In The World' (Exclusive)
Seven years after the death of her best friend, Kate Spade, Elyce Arons reveals the private side of the stylish woman who ...
Kate and Andy Spade ‘Were Trying To Work Things Out' Before Her Death Says Best Friend: 'They Loved Each Other' (Exclusive)
In her new book, 'We Might Just Make It After All,' Elyce Arons tells the story of their beautiful friendship and the ...
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Kate Spade had launched Frances Valentine two years before apparent suicide
Spade, who was found dead Tuesday of an apparent suicide, debuted her new shoe and purse line, Frances Valentine, in 2016, according to WWD. It was named for her now 13-year-old daughter ...
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Frances Valentine in Sag Harbor looks to add 'a little sunshine' to your wardrobe
If you’re looking for happiness, Elyce Arons says she has what you need: a selection of whimsical, colorful and fun pieces normally sold at her Sag Harbor store, Frances Valentine, are now ...
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Frances Valentine apparel store to open new Summit location
A brand launched in 2016 that specializes in handbags, purses, shoes and more will open a location in Birmingham. A modern-American fashion and lifestyle brand, Frances Valentine, will open a ...