{"id":166316,"date":"2018-06-06T02:56:26","date_gmt":"2018-06-06T06:56:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/canadianinquirer.net\/v1\/?p=166316"},"modified":"2018-06-06T02:56:26","modified_gmt":"2018-06-06T06:56:26","slug":"celebrities-fashion-insiders-react-to-death-of-kate-spade","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/canadianinquirer.net\/v1\/2018\/06\/06\/celebrities-fashion-insiders-react-to-death-of-kate-spade\/","title":{"rendered":"Celebrities, fashion insiders react to death of Kate Spade"},"content":{"rendered":"
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\u201cFuzzy picture but i love it. Kate and I during Christmas family photos. We had so much fun that day. She was so sharp and quick on her feet. She could make me laugh so hard. I still cant believe it. Its a rough world out there people, try to hang on.\u201d \u2014 Brother-in-law and comedian David Spade, via Instagram.
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NEW YORK \u2014 Celebrities and fashion insiders react to the apparent suicide of designer Kate Spade:<\/p>\n

\u201cFuzzy picture but i love it. Kate and I during Christmas family photos. We had so much fun that day. She was so sharp and quick on her feet. She could make me laugh so hard. I still cant believe it. Its a rough world out there people, try to hang on.\u201d \u2014 Brother-in-law and comedian David Spade, via Instagram.<\/p>\n

\u201c#KateSpade, whose lively, colorful, and yes, joyous designs has died. My deepest sympathy to her family and friends, and her many fans around the world, who loved the wonderful illusions she created. I am stunned.\u201d \u2014 Bette Midler, via Twitter.<\/p>\n

\u201cMy grandmother gave me my first Kate Spade bag when I was in college. I still have it. Holding Kate’s family, friends and loved ones in my heart.\u201d \u2014 Chelsea Clinton, via Twitter.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe CFDA is devastated to hear the news of our friend, colleague, and CFDA member Kate Spade’s tragic passing. She was a great talent who had an immeasurable impact on American fashion and the way the world viewed American accessories. We want to honour her life and her major contribution to the fashion business and express our most sincere condolences to the family.\u201d \u2014 Diane von Furstenberg, chairman of the Council of Fashion Designers of America, in a statement.<\/p>\n

\u201cKate Spade was more than a designer. She had a quirky visual language that captivated Bat Mitzvah girls and artists alike. She was also a staple of NYC who spread good will. My heart breaks for her family. Thank you, Kate, from one of the millions you made feel beautiful.\u201d \u2014 Lena Dunham, via Twitter.<\/p>\n

\u201cI remember when I got my first Kate Spade bag in high school. It was my most prized possession. My current wallet, covered in bees, makes me smile every time I see it- it’s by Kate Spade. My heart is just broken for her family and loved ones.\u201d \u2014 Actress Beth Behrs, via Twitter.<\/p>\n

\u201cI will never forget the first Kate Spade bag I got for Christmas in college. She was a trailblazer. Her life and death are a reminder that pain doesn’t discriminate. Sending love to her family.\u201d \u2014 Jenna Bush Hager, via Twitter.<\/p>\n

\u201cI am heartbroken about the news of Kate Spade. I have worn her clothes many, many times. They were colorful, bold, cheerful, and encouraged women to find the twinkly person inside them. You couldn’t walk into her boutiques and not smile. Rest In Peace, Kate.\u201d \u2014 Mindy Kaling, via Twitter.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt is devastating news to hear of Kate Spade’s passing. Neiman Marcus has been a longtime fan and early promoter of Kate Spade. We enjoyed a close relationship with both her and her husband Andy. We send our deepest sympathies to the family and the entire fashion community who are experiencing this loss. Her creative light and bright mind will be greatly missed.\u201d \u2014 Neva Hall, executive vice-president for Neiman Marcus Stores, in a statement.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe American Foundation for Suicide Prevention offers our condolences to her family, friends, and everyone touched by Spade and her creative work.\u201d \u2014 American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, in a statement.<\/p>\n

\u201cMy heart and prayers go out to Kate Spade and her family. What a wonderful, talented woman who will be dearly missed.\u201d \u2014 Reese Witherspoon, via Twitter.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe nicest woman, the first person to compliment me on Liz Lange Maternity when I first started. And the creator of the most iconic brand. I am heart broken by this news.\u201d \u2014 Designer Liz Lange, via Twitter.<\/p>\n

\u201cHere we are in happier times, I’ll miss my dear friend Kate. My thoughts are with her family\u201d \u2014 Designer Cynthia Rowley, with a photo of she and Spade pregnant, via Twitter.<\/p>\n

\u201cDevastated to hear the news about the iconic Kate Spade. A reminder that you often times don’t know the internal struggle of another person. For everyone out there who reads this please know you are not alone + you are loved. Sending thoughts and prayers to Kates friends + family\u201d \u2014 Olivia Culpo, via Twitter.<\/p>\n

\u201cAs ‘unfussy’ as I am, I still loved my Kate Spade bags. Practical, classy, and elegant… Praying for her family…her husband and 13 yr old daughter.\u201d \u2014 Viola Davis, via Twitter.<\/p>\n

\u201cJust landed in NYC to the news of Kate Spade. What a loss for us. What a loss for the industry. If you or someone you know has suicidal thoughts, please call 1 800 273 TALK or TEXT 741741\u201d \u2014 Stacy London, via Twitter.<\/p>\n

\u201cKate Spade, the visionary founder of our brand, has passed. Our thoughts are with her family at this incredibly heartbreaking time. We honour all the beauty she brought into this world.\u201d \u2014 Kate Spade New York, via Twitter.<\/p>\n

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