Karen Kane: The California Family Story Behind Effortless, Sustainable Style
The company name “Karen Kane” was associated with effortless, casual Californian style for more than 40 years. Starting as a project in which Karen and Lonnie, her husband, used to make their own clothes in the garage of their house in L...
As opposed to the fast-fashion companies, Karen Kane is a Certified B Corporation which ensures that their products are sustainable, socially responsible and ethically manufactured. Everything from design to silk screening to cutting is done in California.
What Makes Karen Kane Different?
1. Inclusive Sizing for Real Women
Karen Kane believes style has no size limit. The website navigation you see — New Arrivals, Best Sellers, Clothing, Shoes, Accessories, Petites, Plus, Digital Catalog, Home & Decor — reflects that. In addition to sizes XS-XL, the brand offers:
Karen Kane Women's: A dedicated plus-size division with the same boho-luxe designs.
Petites: Perfectly proportioned for 5'4" and under.
Robert Michaels: A knitwear collection named for her two sons, Michael and Robert, sold exclusively at Bloomingdale's.
2. The Signature Style: Bohemian Meets Everyday Comfort
The brand is most known for its easy, relaxed boho style. Think:
- Flowy floral print dresses and maxi skirts
- Soft, ultra-comfortable knit tops and dolman-sleeve blouses
- Perfect-fit denim pants and pencil skirts for work
- Cozy leggings, layered sweaters, and timeless scarves
Every piece is crafted from premium, sustainable fabrics that feel like a second skin but last season after season.
3. More Than Just Clothing
Karen Kane has evolved into a full lifestyle brand. Through licensing partnerships with IMG, the brand now extends to handbags, eyewear, jewelry, footwear, and even Home & Decor — so you can bring that California-cool aesthetic into your home.
A Family-Run Legacy with Heart
Karen Kane has always been family-run. Her parents handled accounting and facilities, Lonnie's mother worked in customer service, and now their sons Michael (Co-President) and Robert are leading innovation. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the company paused clothing production to make face covers for medical workers and first responders.
That family-first, people-first approach is why Karen Kane is sold in over 550 specialty boutiques and major department stores across the US, Europe, Latin America, and Asia.
If you're looking for timeless, feminine, sustainable fashion that values incredible fit and feeling over fleeting trends, Karen Kane's New Arrivals and Best Sellers are the perfect place to start. It's not just clothing — it's a foundation for a wardrobe you'll love for years.