
Below is a consumer avatar I created to guide the design work for Kate Spade's new retail concept, 'Optimistic Femininity'
The Modern Muse

Name: Olivia Harper
Age: 31
Location: New York City
Occupation: Brand Partnerships Manager at a Fashion & Lifestyle Media Company
Income Level: $120k
Education: BA in Communications from NYU
Relationship Status: Single, but dating
Aesthetic & Style: Feminine, polished, and playful— loves to mix colorful vintage statement pieces with classic but cute, business casual basics.
Psychographics & Lifestyle
👜 Her Style + Brand Affinity:
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Loves mixing high and low—Jacquemus, Loewe, Sandy Liang, Ganni, Staud (and of course, Kate Spade!)
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Enjoys statement accessories, structured handbags, and playful colors.
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Prioritizes quality + brand storytelling but appreciates an accessible price point.
☕ Daily Routine:
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Starts her morning with a matcha latte with oat milk from a trendy café nearby.
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Sometimes manages to squeeze in a pilates class before heading to the office.
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Always carrying her structured tote that fits her laptop, the latest bestselling novel, her go-to-lip color, and daily intentions journal/planner.
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Loves a good happy hour after work, sample sale, or weekend city escape.
📱 Social & Digital Behavior:
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Follows fashion influencers like Camille Charrière and Devon Lee Carlson.
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Engages with brands that have personality, storytelling, and lifestyle appeal.
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Uses Instagram, Pinterest, and TikTok for fashion inspiration and trends.
💖 Hobbies & Interests:
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Enjoys gallery openings, trying new restaurants, and boutique shopping.
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Plans her vacations around aesthetic locations (Amalfi Coast, Paris, Tokyo).
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Values a mix of sophistication and whimsy—whether in fashion, interiors, music, film or literature.
Her Draw to Kate Spade
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Drawn to Kate Spade’s balance of playfulness and sophistication.
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Loves seeing bits of vintage influence in product.
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Sees the brand as a refreshing alternative to minimalist or overly-edgy designers.
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Appreciates quality + timelessness but isn’t afraid of whimsy, a pop of color, or a bold pattern.