The brand Frances Valentine is bold, colorful, feminine and rooted in friendship, creativity and reinvention. After building one of the most iconic accessory brands of all time, the brand Kate Spade, its founders, Kate Spade and Elyce Arons started their next chapter and built it on friendship, creativity, and reinvention.
Kate and Elyce found themselves at a moment many women recognize. A successful chapter had come to an end, and life was shifting. Instead of asking what’s next in a conventional sense, they asked something more personal: What do we want to create now—and how do we want to feel doing it? The answer wasn’t about repeating the past. It was about starting fresh, with intention, creativity, and joy. That next chapter became Frances Valentine. Kate Spade changed her name to Frances Valentine.
The brand was born out of a shared love for color, craftsmanship, and statement-making accessories that don’t whisper—they speak. Handbags, shoes, and jewelry designed to spark confidence, conversation, and a little bit of fun. These are pieces that elevate an outfit instantly and remind you that getting dressed can still be playful.
After the passing of Kate Spade, the brand Frances Valentine continued under the leadership of Elyce Arons, honoring Kate & Frances’s creative vision while allowing the brand to continue on. What I love most is that Frances Valentine isn’t trying to chase trends or appeal to everyone. It’s rooted in personal style, individuality, and the belief that bold doesn’t have an age limit. In fact, it gets better with time.
There’s also something powerful about the timing of this brand. It’s proof that reinvention doesn’t have an expiration date. That creativity doesn’t disappear after success—it evolves. And that women can build again, differently, and on their own terms.
Frances Valentine feels like a celebration of friendship, resilience, and fearless self-expression. It’s a reminder that some of the best ideas come not at the beginning of a career—but at a moment when you finally know exactly who you are.
✨Check out the brand here – francesvalentine.com
VentureMom Tip
Don’t be afraid to start your next chapter boldly.
