Tory Burch

Tory Burch premiered in February 2004 being a life style concept with numerous product categories, including ready to wear, purses, shoes and jewelry. Going from the trend which was popular in the time, Tory created her flagship shop, in New York city, to feel similar to a room in her home than a conventional store. Key design elements highlighted in most boutiques contain orange lacquer doors, mirrored walls, and Lucite fixtures.

Tory is significantly influenced by the unique personal type of her parents Reva and Buddy. She is also inspired by her love of music, art, tradition and travel that will be all reflected in the selection. Visual images, striking colors and special detail are signatures of the manufacturer. Star supporters include Blake Vibrant, Cameron Diaz, Oprah Winfrey, Jennifer Lopez, Uma Thurman and Hilary Swank.

In June 2008, the CFDA award was won by Tory for Accessory Designer of the Entire Year. In November 2007, she was recognized by the Accessories Council of Excellence with the honor for Accessory Brand Launch of the entire year. In 2005, She was awarded by the Fashion Group International using the Rising Star Award for best new retail concept.

In July 2009, The Tory Burch Foundation was launched by Tory in La with Mayor Villaraigosa. Joined with ACCION USA, the building blocks supports women entrepreneurs in the United States Of America through microfinance. Please visit toryburchfoundation.org to find out more.

Born and raised in Valley Forge, just outside Philadelphia, Tory moved to New York to pursue a vocation in the fashion industry and graduated from The University of Pennsylvania with a diploma in Art History. She's worked for many of the very most influential American designers, including Vera Wang, Ralph Lauren and Narciso Rodriguez at Loewe. Tory currently exists in Nyc along with her three young sons.

Tory Burch can be acquired at 31 free standing Tory Burch stores throughout the three international stores, US, toryburch.com, and over 500 select department and specialty stores worldwide. Tory Burch will open free standing accessories in Rome, London, Hong Kong and Seoul, this season.

Tory Burch LLC carries clothes, shoes, purses and glasses through more than 80 Tory Burch stores and other stores, such as for example Nordstrom, Neiman Marcus and Bloomingdale’s. In fiscal year 2012, the business generated over $760 million in income and about $230 million in earnings before interests, fees, depreciation and amortization, PrivCo said.