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One of the most influential fashion designers in the world, Donna Karan has left a lasting impact on the world of clothing, bringing uptown New York chic into the mainstream. In 2004, she was the recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Council of Fashion Designers of America.

Born Donna Ivy Faske, Karan was immersed in the world of fashion from a very young age. Her mother worked as a model while her stepfather made a living as a suit designer. Her family's influence was apparent in her early life. By the age of 14 she had dropped out of school and begun selling clothing at a local boutique. In 1968 Karan was accepted into the highly respected Parsons School of Design in New York City.

While in school, Karan landed an prestigious summer job working for designer Anne Klein. Her work there proved so impressive that within two years she was named associate designer. By the age of 26, Karan was named head designer.

Karan's ascendency to the top of Anne Klein happened not long after the founding designer's death. Under Karan's direction, and with the help of fellow designer and Parsons friend Louis Dell'Olio, the Ann Klein brand blossomed.

In 1984, Karan decided to strike out on her own. She debuted her first women's collection in 1985. From the start Karan made it her mission to "design modern clothes for modern people." With an increase of women entering the professional workforce, Karan's timing proved to be impeccable.

In 1988, Karan, recognizing the need for a more affordable fashion line, launched Donna Karan New York (DKNY), a women's line that was influenced by her original Signature collection. In 1990 she developed DKNY Jeans and then, two years later, debuted DKNY for men. Since then a whole host of ancillary products have been created under the DKNY name, from children's clothes to furniture.

In 2001, Karan sold her publicly traded company to LVMH, Moet Hennessy Louis Vuitton, a French luxury conglomerate. Reports of the sale were said to be nearly $650 million. As part of the sale, Karan agreed to stay on as the designer of the brand.

Over the years Karan has been the recipient of numerous awards and honors. In 2003 she became the first American to ever receive Fashion Group International's "Superstar Award." The following year, she received the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award from the Council of Fashion Designers of America.

Donna Karan, who published her autobiography "The Journey of a Woman" in 2004, lives in New York City.