Anne Klein (August 3, 1923 - March 19, 1974) was an American fashion designer whose label was continued by designer Donna Karan after Anne Klein's death.
Anne Klein was born as Hannah Golofski in New York City on August 3, 1923. Beginning as a sketcher she later rose to prominence as a designer of womens sportswear and apparel, establishing Anne Klein and Co. in 1968.
At just 50 years old, Anne Klein succumbed to breast cancer March 19, 1974. The line was continued by Donna Karan as head designer until 1989, when she left to focus on her own highly successful DKNY line. Anne Klein and Co is currently owned by Jones Apparel Group.
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