Guide Note

Michael Kors is an American fashion designer who launched a high end clothing line in 1981 by the same name. Kors is famous for his womenswear line and handbag collection, as well as his role as judge on the hit reality show Project Runway.

The Kors Journey

Kors studied at the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York City and shortly after launched his womenswear line at high end department stores such as Bergdorf Goodman and Neiman Marcus. In 1997 Kors went to work for French fashion house Celine as creative director and six years later left to focus on expanding his brand to a menswear line. In addition to department stores Kors has collection boutiques in Beverly Hills and New York City.

Kors Goes Hollywood

Celebrities have been attracted to Kors' collections. Actresses Joan Allen and Jennifer Garner both wore custom gowns by Kors at the Academy Awards in 2006. His clothing can also be seen as wardrobe in films such as Possession, Bandits, and The Thomas Crown Affair.

The Look

The Michael Kors vision for clothing is chic, luxurious, American sportswear. He provides a versatility in his clothing that never quite seems to go out of fashion. Considered classic, Kors creates careful cuts that showcase the women's body in an elegant, sophisticated manner.

Fast Facts

1. Born: 1959
2. Birth place: Long Island, New York
3. Began his career at 19
4. Label includes: Apparel for Men and Women, Shoes, Handbags, Accessories, and Fragrance
5. Kors stars as a judge on the hit Bravo show Project Runway
6. Michael Kor's designs have been worn by Jennifer Lopez, Heidi Klum, Catherine Zeta-Jones, and Joan Allen