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

The Modern Muse

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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:

  • Loves mixing high and low—Jacquemus, Loewe, Sandy Liang, Ganni, Staud (and of course, Kate Spade!)

  • Enjoys statement accessories, structured handbags, and playful colors.

  • Prioritizes quality + brand storytelling but appreciates an accessible price point.

 

☕ Daily Routine:

  • Starts her morning with a matcha latte with oat milk from a trendy café nearby.

  • Sometimes manages to squeeze in a pilates class before heading to the office.

  • Always carrying her structured tote that fits her laptop, the latest bestselling novel, her go-to-lip color, and daily intentions journal/planner. 

  • Loves a good happy hour after work, sample sale, or weekend city escape.

 

📱 Social & Digital Behavior:

  • Follows fashion influencers like Camille Charrière and Devon Lee Carlson.

  • Engages with brands that have personality, storytelling, and lifestyle appeal.

  • Uses Instagram, Pinterest, and TikTok for fashion inspiration and trends.

 

💖 Hobbies & Interests:

  • Enjoys gallery openings, trying new restaurants, and boutique shopping.

  • Plans her vacations around aesthetic locations (Amalfi Coast, Paris, Tokyo).

  • Values a mix of sophistication and whimsy—whether in fashion, interiors, music, film or literature.

 

Her Draw to Kate Spade

   

  • Drawn to Kate Spade’s balance of playfulness and sophistication.

  • Loves seeing bits of vintage influence in product.

  • Sees the brand as a refreshing alternative to minimalist or overly-edgy designers.

  • Appreciates quality + timelessness but isn’t afraid of whimsy, a pop of color, or a bold pattern.

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