Mr. Kors began his career in fashion at the age of 19, designing and merchandising a collection for the renowned boutique Lothar’s in New York City. The success of these clothes caught the attention of the fashion press, prompting Kors to strike out on his own. In 1981 the Michael Kors label was formed; since his collection was established, it has never strayed from Kors’ initial vision of chic, luxurious american sportswear.
Celebrities who have worn mr. Kors’ include Angelina Jolie, Cameron Diaz, Uma Thurman, Jennifer Lopez, Mary J. Blige, Kate Winslet, Sandra Bullock, Madonna, Barbra Streisand, Kate Hudson, Gwyneth Paltrow, Blake Lively, Anjelica Huston, Jennifer Hudson and Debra Messing.
Michael Kors received DuPont’s “First American Original” award in 1983 and the Elle/Cadillac Fashion Award for Excellence in 1995. In 1996 he was named by Vogue Magazine as part of the “new establishment” – and referred to as “one of the most influential designers of the decade.” in 1999, Michael Kors received the CFDA award for womenswear designer of the year, followed by menswear designer of the year in 2003. In june of 2001, 2005, 2006, 2007 and 2008, Mr. Kors was one of three nominees for the CFDA’s accessories designer of the year award. In june of 2010, Mr. Kors was the youngest recipient to ever receive the Geoffrey Beene Lifetime Achievement award from the CFDA, and received the Fragrance Foundation’s Fifi “Hall of Fame” award for lifetime achievement. He also received the Oliver R. Grace award from the Cancer Research Institute.
In 2004, Mr. Kors began his role as one of the judges on the critically acclaimed and five-time Emmy-nominated reality show “Project Runway,” a role that he continues in the series’ seven seasons.
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