Anne Klein

Anne Klein is a womens sportswear and apparel fashion designer, established in 1968. Anne Klein's styles are synonymous with American design. Klein died in early 1974, and after years of financial difficulties the company was purchased by Apparel Group. Anne Klein apparel is now being designed by Michael Smaldone.

The Look

Anne Klein designs are known for there sophisticated, yet chic, wearable comfort. Klein wanted to make sure her lines consisted of the classic blazer, trousers and little black dress, with a mix and match style.

Sportswear

Klein's sportswear collections are made up of mix and match separates, designed for women on the go. Her sportswear line became and overnight success, leading the industry in casual wear.

Fast Facts

1. Home base: New York
2. Created by: Anne Klein
3. Year of Foundation: 1968
4. Donna Karan worked with her, until she created her own fashion line, DKNY
5. Celebrating the 25th anniversary of her fashion line

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