10 Questions for ... Lonnie Kane
By Bill Dougherty
Comfort, ease, luxury and longevity. These are the fashion philosophy elements of clothing designers Karen and Lonnie Kane. Three decades ago, the easy-going Southern California couple started their company in their Studio City garage. Today, they are fashion icons who produced one of the most successful ready-to-wear lines in the country.
Earlier this year, Lonnie Kane stopped at our own Dillard’s Scottsdale to introduce the Karen Kane collection for Spring 2007. He also managed to raise funds for Banner of Hope through purchases in the store that day. Trends Publisher Bill Dougherty had the distinguished privilege of sitting down with Lonnie for a few thought-provoking questions.
What is your idea of perfect happiness?
My wife, our children and our business running well.
Which historical figure do you admire most?
I was a history major so I would have to say George Washington, Franklin Roosevelt Dwight Eisenhower and Harry Truman.
What four people, living or dead, would you invite to dinner?
Ralph Lauren, John McCain, Audrey Hepburn and Mick Jagger.
Who have been your greatest fashion inspirations?
Coco Chanel, Katharine Hepburn, Anne Kline and St. Tropez, France.
What is your greatest indulgence?
Cars. My Corvettes, Shelbys and Porsches.
What is your greatest achievement?
My marriage and my two great sons.
What is your greatest regret?
I don’t have one.
Where would you like to live?
In Italy, in Tuscany growing tomatoes and olives overlooking a valley.
What is your greatest possession?
Possessions are not important to me.
What is your worst habit?
I’m a little OCD (obsessive-compulsive). |
