Since our launch in 1993 with six essential handbags, we've always believed that joy colors life. "sweet heart silk bandana" Today we're a global lifestyle brand. There are plenty of handbags—but we also have clothes, shoes, jewelry and home decor. We value thoughtful details. We think polished ease looks (and feels) chic. And we believe in the power of color. It's these founding principles that define kate spade new york's unique fashion POV.