Kate Spade was the woman who made a di]fference in the world of handbags. But Elyce Arons, her best friend, knew her long before the brand, the awards, and the fame. Now, seven years after losing Kate to suicide, Elyce is finally telling their story and bringing Kate back to life with her words.

In her new memoir, “We Just Might Make It After All,” Elyce shares what it was like to grow up, dream, and build a business with her best friend. From silly pranks and long nights to the pressure that came with fame, she reveals a Kate the world never really saw.

Kate Spade felt exhausted and abandoned

The friends met in 1981 on move-in day at the University of Kansas. In 1992, Kate left her job with a plan: to create the perfect handbag with Elyce, Andy Spade, her husband, and their friend Pame

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