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All companies that sell securities in the United States must register with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and file reports on a regular basis. These reports include company annual reports (10K, 10Q), news updates (8K), investor presentations (found in 8Ks), insider trades (form 4), ownership reports (13D, and 13G), and reports related to the specific securities sold, such as registration statements and prospectus. This page shows recent SEC filings related to Kate Spade & Company
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January 8, 2020 SC 13G/A

KATE / Kate Spade & Company / Wellington Management Group LLP - SEC SCHEDULE 13G Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 1 )* Kate Spade & Co (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 485865109 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2019 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Schedu

July 24, 2017 15-12B

Kate Spade 15-12B

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 15 CERTIFICATION AND NOTICE OF TERMINATION OF REGISTRATION UNDER SECTION 12(g) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 OR SUSPENSION OF DUTY TO FILE REPORTS UNDER SECTIONS 13 AND 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Commission File Number: 001‑10689 KATE SPADE & COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its

July 18, 2017 SC 13D/A

KATE / Kate Spade & Company / GARDNER LEWIS ASSET MANAGEMENT L P Activist Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 1)* Kate Spade & Company (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, $ 1.00 par value (Title of Class of Securities) 485865109 (CUSIP Number) Gardner Lewis Asset Management, L.P. Attn: Len Sorgini, Chief Compliance Officer 285 Wilmington West Chester Pike, Chadds Ford, P

July 12, 2017 EX-99.25

EX-99.25

EX-99.25 2 ruleprovisionnotice.htm NOTIFICATION OF THE REMOVAL FROM LISTING AND REGISTRATION OF THE STATED SECURITIES The New York Stock Exchange hereby notifies the SEC of its intention to remove the entire class of the stated securities from listing and registration on the Exchange at the opening of business on July 24, 2017, pursuant to the provisions of Rule 12d2-2 (a). [ X ] 17 CFR 240.12d2-2

July 11, 2017 S-8 POS

Kate Spade S-8 POS

S-8 POS 1 s001781s8pos.htm S-8 POS As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on July 11, 2017 Registration Nos. 2-77590 2-95258 033-00661 333-54560 333-105527 333-130382 333-174783 333-189384 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 Post-Effective Amendment No. 1 to Form S-8, Registration Statement No. 2-77590 Post-Effective Amendment No. 1 to Form S-8, Re

July 11, 2017 S-8 POS

Kate Spade S-8 POS

S-8 POS 1 s001781s8pos.htm S-8 POS As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on July 11, 2017 Registration Nos. 2-77590 2-95258 033-00661 333-54560 333-105527 333-130382 333-174783 333-189384 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 Post-Effective Amendment No. 1 to Form S-8, Registration Statement No. 2-77590 Post-Effective Amendment No. 1 to Form S-8, Re

July 11, 2017 S-8 POS

Kate Spade S-8 POS

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on July 11, 2017 Registration Nos.

July 11, 2017 S-8 POS

Kate Spade S-8 POS

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on July 11, 2017 Registration Nos.

July 11, 2017 S-8 POS

Kate Spade S-8 POS

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on July 11, 2017 Registration Nos.

July 11, 2017 S-8 POS

Kate Spade S-8 POS

S-8 POS 1 s001781s8pos.htm S-8 POS As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on July 11, 2017 Registration Nos. 2-77590 2-95258 033-00661 333-54560 333-105527 333-130382 333-174783 333-189384 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 Post-Effective Amendment No. 1 to Form S-8, Registration Statement No. 2-77590 Post-Effective Amendment No. 1 to Form S-8, Re

July 11, 2017 S-8 POS

Kate Spade S-8 POS

S-8 POS 1 s001781s8pos.htm S-8 POS As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on July 11, 2017 Registration Nos. 2-77590 2-95258 033-00661 333-54560 333-105527 333-130382 333-174783 333-189384 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 Post-Effective Amendment No. 1 to Form S-8, Registration Statement No. 2-77590 Post-Effective Amendment No. 1 to Form S-8, Re

July 11, 2017 S-8 POS

Kate Spade S-8 POS

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on July 11, 2017 Registration Nos.

July 11, 2017 EX-3.2

AMENDED AND RESTATED BYLAWS OF KATE SPADE & COMPANY ARTICLE I

Exhibit 3.2 AMENDED AND RESTATED BYLAWS OF KATE SPADE & COMPANY ARTICLE I Offices SECTION 1. Registered Office. The registered office of the Corporation within the State of Delaware shall be The Corporation Trust Company, 1209 Orange Street, Wilmington, New Castle County, Delaware 19801. SECTION 2. Other Offices. The Corporation may also have an office or offices other than said registered office

July 11, 2017 8-K

Changes in Control of Registrant, Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Amendments to Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws; Change in Fiscal Year, Termination of a Material Definitive Agreement, Material Modification to Rights of Security Holders, Notice of Delisting or Failure to Satisfy a Continued Listing Rule or Standard; Transfer of Listing, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Completion of Acquisition or Disposition of Assets

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): July 11, 2017 KATE SPADE & COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 1-10689 13-2842791 (State of Incorporation) (Commission File Number) (IRS Employer I

July 11, 2017 EX-3.1

AMENDED AND RESTATED CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION KATE SPADE & COMPANY (Pursuant to Section 242 and 245 of the Corporation Law of the State of Delaware)

Exhibit 3.1 AMENDED AND RESTATED CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION OF KATE SPADE & COMPANY (Pursuant to Section 242 and 245 of the Corporation Law of the State of Delaware) FIRST: The name of the Corporation is KATE SPADE & COMPANY. SECOND: The address of the Corporation?s registered office in the State of Delaware is Corporation Trust Center, 1209 Orange Street, in the City of Wilmington, County of Ne

July 11, 2017 SC 14D9/A

Kate Spade SC 14D9/A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14D-9 (Rule 14d-101) Solicitation/Recommendation Statement Under Section 14(d)(4) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 5) KATE SPADE & COMPANY (Name of Subject Company) KATE SPADE & COMPANY (Name of Person Filing Statement) Common Stock, $1.00 par value per share (Title of Class of Securities) 4858651

July 11, 2017 EX-99.(A)(1)(O)

COACH, INC. SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETES TENDER OFFER TO ACQUIRE KATE SPADE & COMPANY

Exhibit (a)(1)(O) FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACTS: Coach Analysts & Media: Andrea Shaw Resnick Global Head of Investor Relations and Corporate Communications 212/629-2618/AResnick@coach.

July 11, 2017 SC TO-T/A

Coach SC TO-T/A

SC TO-T/A 1 s001780x1sctota.htm SC TO-T/A UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE TO (RULE 14D-100) Tender Offer Statement Under Section 14(d)(1) or 13(e)(1) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 6) KATE SPADE & COMPANY (Name of Subject Company) CHELSEA MERGER SUB INC. (Offeror) COACH, INC. (Names of Filing Persons) COMMON STOCK, PAR VALUE $

June 28, 2017 SC 14D9/A

Kate Spade SC 14D9/A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14D-9 (Rule 14d-101) Solicitation/Recommendation Statement Under Section 14(d)(4) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 4) KATE SPADE & COMPANY (Name of Subject Company) KATE SPADE & COMPANY (Name of Person Filing Statement) Common Stock, $1.00 par value per share (Title of Class of Securities) 4858651

June 28, 2017 SC TO-T/A

Coach SC TO-T/A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE TO (RULE 14D-100) Tender Offer Statement Under Section 14(d)(1) or 13(e)(1) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 5) KATE SPADE & COMPANY (Name of Subject Company) CHELSEA MERGER SUB INC. (Offeror) COACH, INC. (Names of Filing Persons) COMMON STOCK, PAR VALUE $1.00 PER SHARE (Title of Class of Securiti

June 26, 2017 SC 13D/A

KATE / Kate Spade & Company / Magnetar Financial LLC - SC 13D/A Activist Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 1)* KATE SPADE & COMPANY (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, par value $1.00 per share (Title of Class of Securities) 485865109 (CUSIP Number of Class of Securities) Alec N. Litowitz Magnetar Capital LLC 1603 Orrington Ave. Evanston, Illinois 60201 (847) 905-4400

June 23, 2017 SC 14D9/A

Kate Spade SC 14D9/A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14D-9 (Rule 14d-101) Solicitation/Recommendation Statement Under Section 14(d)(4) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 3) KATE SPADE & COMPANY (Name of Subject Company) KATE SPADE & COMPANY (Name of Person Filing Statement) Common Stock, $1.00 par value per share (Title of Class of Securities) 4858651

June 23, 2017 SC TO-T/A

Coach SC TO-T/A

SC TO-T/A 1 s001755x4sctota.htm SC TO-T/A UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE TO (RULE 14D-100) Tender Offer Statement Under Section 14(d)(1) or 13(e)(1) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 4) KATE SPADE & COMPANY (Name of Subject Company) CHELSEA MERGER SUB INC. (Offeror) COACH, INC. (Names of Filing Persons) COMMON STOCK, PAR VALUE $

June 23, 2017 EX-99.(A)(5)(F)

COACH, INC. ANNOUNCES EXTENSION OF TENDER OFFER TO ACQUIRE KATE SPADE & COMPANY

Exhibit (a)(5)(F) FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACTS: Coach Analysts & Media: Andrea Shaw Resnick Global Head of Investor Relations and Corporate Communications 212/629-2618/AResnick@coach.

June 16, 2017 SC TO-T/A

Coach SC TO-T/A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE TO (RULE 14D-100) Tender Offer Statement Under Section 14(d)(1) or 13(e)(1) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 3) KATE SPADE & COMPANY (Name of Subject Company) CHELSEA MERGER SUB INC. (Offeror) COACH, INC. (Names of Filing Persons) COMMON STOCK, PAR VALUE $1.00 PER SHARE (Title of Class of Securiti

June 14, 2017 11-K

Kate Spade 11-K

kateCurrentFolio11K Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

June 9, 2017 8-K

Current Report

kateCurrentFolio8K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

June 8, 2017 SC 14D9/A

Kate Spade SC 14D9/A

SC 14D9/A 1 a17-126356sc14d9a.htm SC 14D9/A UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14D-9 (Rule 14d-101) Solicitation/Recommendation Statement Under Section 14(d)(4) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 2) KATE SPADE & COMPANY (Name of Subject Company) KATE SPADE & COMPANY (Name of Person Filing Statement) Common Stock, $1.00 par value per

June 8, 2017 EX-99.(A)(5)(D)

Case 1:17-cv-04177 Document 1 Filed 06/05/17 Page 1 of 31 UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT FOR THE SOUTHERN DISTRICT OF NEW YORK

Exhibit (a)(5)(D) Case 1:17-cv-04177 Document 1 Filed 06/05/17 Page 1 of 31 UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT FOR THE SOUTHERN DISTRICT OF NEW YORK HEATHER GARCIA, Individually and on Behalf of All Others Similarly Situated, Plaintiff, v.

June 8, 2017 EX-99.(A)(5)(C)

Case 1:17-cv-04155 Document 1 Filed 06/02/17 Page 1 of 22

Case 1:17-cv-04155 Document 1 Filed 06/02/17 Page 1 of 22 Exhibit (a)(5)(C) IN THE UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT FOR THE SOUTHERN DISTRICT OF NEW YORK CHAILE STEINBERG, On Behalf of Herself ) and All Others Similarly Situated, ) ) Plaintiff, ) ) ) Case No.

June 8, 2017 EX-99.(A)(5)(E)

Case 1:17-cv-04205 Document 1 Filed 06/05/17 Page 1 of 31 IN THE UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT FOR THE SOUTHERN DISTRICT OF NEW YORK

Exhibit (a)(5)(E) Case 1:17-cv-04205 Document 1 Filed 06/05/17 Page 1 of 31 IN THE UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT FOR THE SOUTHERN DISTRICT OF NEW YORK ALFREDO JAUREGUI, On Behalf of Himself ) and All Others Similarly Situated, ) Case No.

June 8, 2017 SC TO-T/A

Coach SC TO-T/A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE TO (RULE 14D-100) Tender Offer Statement Under Section 14(d)(1) or 13(e)(1) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 2) KATE SPADE & COMPANY (Name of Subject Company) CHELSEA MERGER SUB INC. (Offeror) COACH, INC. (Names of Filing Persons) COMMON STOCK, PAR VALUE $1.00 PER SHARE (Title of Class of Securiti

June 8, 2017 EX-99.(A)(5)(B)

Case 1:17-cv-04125 Document 1 Filed 06/02/17 Page 1 of 17

Exhibit (a)(5)(B) Case 1:17-cv-04125 Document 1 Filed 06/02/17 Page 1 of 17 IN THE UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT FOR THE SOUTHERN DISTRICT OF NEW YORK JARED ALI, individually and on behalf of all others similarly situated, ) ) ) Plaintiff, ) ) CIVIL ACTION NO.

June 6, 2017 SC 13D

KATE / Kate Spade & Company / GARDNER LEWIS ASSET MANAGEMENT L P Activist Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )* Kate Spade & Company (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, $ 1.00 par value (Title of Class of Securities) 485865109 (CUSIP Number) Gardner Lewis Asset Management, L.P. Attn: Len Sorgini, Chief Compliance Officer 285 Wilmington West Chester Pike, Chadds Ford, PA

June 2, 2017 SC 14D9/A

Kate Spade SC 14D9/A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14D-9 (Rule 14d-101) Solicitation/Recommendation Statement Under Section 14(d)(4) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 1) KATE SPADE & COMPANY (Name of Subject Company) KATE SPADE & COMPANY (Name of Person Filing Statement) Common Stock, $1.00 par value per share (Title of Class of Securities) 4858651

June 2, 2017 EX-99.(A)(5)(A)

Case 1:17-cv-04085 Document 1 Filed 05/31/17 Page 1 of 29

EX-99.(A)(5)(A) 2 s001720x2ex99-a5a.htm EXHIBIT (A)(5)(A) Exhibit (a)(5)(A) Case 1:17-cv-04085 Document 1 Filed 05/31/17 Page 1 of 29 UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT SOUTHERN DISTRICT OF NEW YORK JOEL ROSENFELD, on Behalf of Himself and All Others Similarly Situated, ) Case No. ) ) Plaintiff, ) CLASS ACTION ) vs. ) CLASS ACTION COMPLAINT FOR VIOLATIONS OF THE FEDERAL SECURITIES LAWS ) KATE SPADE & CO

June 2, 2017 SC TO-T/A

Coach SC TO-T/A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE TO (RULE 14D-100) Tender Offer Statement Under Section 14(d)(1) or 13(e)(1) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 1) KATE SPADE & COMPANY (Name of Subject Company) CHELSEA MERGER SUB INC. (Offeror) COACH, INC. (Names of Filing Persons) COMMON STOCK, PAR VALUE $1.00 PER SHARE (Title of Class of Securiti

May 31, 2017 SD

Kate Spade SD

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM SD Specialized Disclosure Report KATE SPADE & COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 1-10689 13-2842791 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File Number) (IRS Employer Identification No.) 2 Park Avenue, New York, New York 10016 (Address of principal executive offices)

May 26, 2017 EX-99.(E)(36)

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Exhibit (e)(36) May 7, 2017 Deborah Lloyd c/o Kate Spade & Company 2 Park Avenue New York, New York 10016 Dear Ms.

May 26, 2017 EX-99.(E)(41)

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Exhibit (e)(41) May 7, 2017 George Carrara c/o Kate Spade & Company 2 Park Avenue New York, New York 10016 Dear Mr.

May 26, 2017 SC TO-T

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE TO (RULE 14D-100) Tender Offer Statement Under Section 14(d)(1) or 13(e)(1) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 KATE SPADE & COMPANY (Name of Subject Company) CHELSEA

SC TO-T 1 s001720x1sctot.htm SC TO-T UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE TO (RULE 14D-100) Tender Offer Statement Under Section 14(d)(1) or 13(e)(1) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 KATE SPADE & COMPANY (Name of Subject Company) CHELSEA MERGER SUB INC. (Offeror) COACH, INC. (Names of Filing Persons) COMMON STOCK, PAR VALUE $1.00 PER SHARE (Title o

May 26, 2017 EX-99.(A)(1)(A)

Offer to Purchase for Cash All Outstanding Shares of Common Stock of Kate Spade & Company at $18.50 Net Per Share by Chelsea Merger Sub Inc. a wholly owned direct subsidiary of Coach, Inc. THE OFFER AND WITHDRAWAL RIGHTS WILL EXPIRE AT 11:59 P.M., NE

TABLE OF CONTENTS Exhibit (a)(1)(A) Offer to Purchase for Cash All Outstanding Shares of Common Stock of Kate Spade & Company at $18.

May 26, 2017 EX-99.(E)(42)

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Exhibit (e)(42) May 7, 2017 Thomas Linko c/o Kate Spade & Company 2 Park Avenue New York, New York 10016 Dear Mr.

May 26, 2017 EX-99.(E)(37)

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Exhibit (e)(37) May 7, 2017 George Carrara c/o Kate Spade & Company 2 Park Avenue New York, New York 10016 Dear Mr.

May 26, 2017 EX-99.(D)(3)

Kate Spade & Company 2 Park Avenue New York, NY 10016

Exhibit (d)(3) Kate Spade & Company 2 Park Avenue New York, NY 10016 January 7, 2017 Coach, Inc.

May 26, 2017 EX-99.(E)(39)

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Exhibit (e)(39) May 7, 2017 Timothy Michno c/o Kate Spade & Company 2 Park Avenue New York, New York 10016 Dear Mr.

May 26, 2017 EX-99.(A)(1)(H)

COACH, INC. LAUNCHES TENDER OFFER TO ACQUIRE KATE SPADE & COMPANY FOR $18.50 PER SHARE IN CASH

Exhibit (a)(1)(H) FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACTS: Coach Analysts & Media: Andrea Shaw Resnick Global Head of Investor Relations and Corporate Communications 212/629-2618/AResnick@coach.

May 26, 2017 EX-99.(E)(35)

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Exhibit (e)(35) May 7, 2017 Craig Leavitt c/o Kate Spade & Company 2 Park Avenue New York, New York 10016 Dear Mr.

May 26, 2017 EX-99.(E)(38)

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Exhibit (e)(38) May 7, 2017 Thomas Linko c/o Kate Spade & Company 2 Park Avenue New York, New York 10016 Dear Mr.

May 26, 2017 EX-99.(A)(1)(B)

LETTER OF TRANSMITTAL To Tender Shares of Common Stock of KATE SPADE & COMPANY a Delaware corporation at $18.50 NET PER SHARE Pursuant to the Offer to Purchase dated May 26, 2017 by CHELSEA MERGER SUB INC. a wholly owned direct subsidiary of COACH, I

Exhibit (a)(1)(B) LETTER OF TRANSMITTAL To Tender Shares of Common Stock of KATE SPADE & COMPANY a Delaware corporation at $18.

May 26, 2017 EX-99.(A)(1)(D)

Offer to Purchase for Cash All Outstanding Shares of Common Stock of KATE SPADE & COMPANY a Delaware corporation at $18.50 NET PER SHARE Pursuant to the Offer to Purchase dated May 26, 2017 by CHELSEA MERGER SUB INC. a wholly owned direct subsidiary

Exhibit (a)(1)(D) Offer to Purchase for Cash All Outstanding Shares of Common Stock of KATE SPADE & COMPANY a Delaware corporation at $18.

May 26, 2017 EX-99.(A)(1)(E)

Offer to Purchase for Cash All Outstanding Shares of Common Stock of KATE SPADE & COMPANY a Delaware corporation at $18.50 NET PER SHARE Pursuant to the Offer to Purchase dated May 26, 2017 by CHELSEA MERGER SUB INC. a wholly owned direct subsidiary

Exhibit (a)(1)(E) Offer to Purchase for Cash All Outstanding Shares of Common Stock of KATE SPADE & COMPANY a Delaware corporation at $18.

May 26, 2017 EX-99.(A)(1)(C)

NOTICE OF GUARANTEED DELIVERY to Tender Shares of Common Stock of Kate Spade & Company at $18.50 Net per Share Pursuant to the Offer to Purchase Dated May 26, 2017 by Chelsea Merger Sub Inc. a wholly owned subsidiary of Coach, Inc. THE OFFER AND WITH

Exhibit (a)(1)(C) NOTICE OF GUARANTEED DELIVERY to Tender Shares of Common Stock of Kate Spade & Company at $18.

May 26, 2017 SC 14D9

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14D-9 (Rule 14d-101) Solicitation/Recommendation Statement Under Section 14(d)(4) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 KATE SPADE & COMPANY (Name of Subject Company) K

Use these links to rapidly review the document TABLE OF CONTENTS Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

May 26, 2017 EX-99.(E)(40)

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Exhibit (e)(40) May 7, 2017 Linda Yanussi c/o Kate Spade & Company 2 Park Avenue New York, New York 10016 Dear Ms.

May 26, 2017 EX-99.(A)(1)(G)

NOTICE OF OFFER TO PURCHASE FOR CASH All Outstanding Shares of Common Stock of KATE SPADE & COMPANY at $18.50 NET PER SHARE Pursuant to the Offer to Purchase Dated May 26, 2017 by CHELSEA MERGER SUB INC. a wholly-owned subsidiary of COACH, INC.

EX-99.(A)(1)(G) 7 s001720x1exa1g.htm EXHIBIT (A)(1)(G) Exhibit (a)(1)(G) This announcement is neither an offer to purchase nor a solicitation of an offer to sell Shares (as defined below). The Offer (as defined below) is made solely by the Offer to Purchase, dated May 26, 2017, and the related Letter of Transmittal, and any amendments or supplements thereto. The Offer is not being made to, nor wil

May 18, 2017 SC 13D

KATE / Kate Spade & Company / Magnetar Financial LLC - SC 13D Activist Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )* KATE SPADE & COMPANY (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, par value $1.00 per share (Title of Class of Securities) 485865109 (CUSIP Number of class of securities) Alec N. Litowitz Magnetar Capital LLC 1603 Orrington Ave. Evanston, Illinois 60201 (847) 905-4400

May 18, 2017 EX-99.1

JOINT FILING AGREEMENT

Exhibit 99.1 JOINT FILING AGREEMENT In accordance with Rule 13d-1(k), as promulgated under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, the persons named below agree to the joint filing on behalf of each of them a Statement on Schedule 13D (including amendments thereto) with regard to the common stock of Kate Spade & Company and further agree that this Joint Filing Agreement be included as an

May 8, 2017 SC TO-C

Coach SC TO-C

SC TO-C 1 s001691x2sctoc.htm SC TO-C UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE TO Tender Offer Statement under Section 14(d)(1) or 13(e)(1) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 KATE SPADE & COMPANY (Name of Subject Company (Issuer)) CHELSEA MERGER SUB INC. An indirect wholly owned subsidiary of COACH, INC. (Name of Filing Persons (Offerors)) Common Stock, p

May 8, 2017 EX-99.6

WEBCAST TRANSCRIPT

EX-99.6 7 s001691x2ex99-6.htm EXHIBIT 99.6 Exhibit 99.6 WEBCAST TRANSCRIPT ◙

May 8, 2017 EX-99.3

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Exhibit 99.3 Coach, Inc. Vendor Letter Dear [XX], Today we announced that Coach, Inc. has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Kate Spade & Company. Kate Spade is a truly unique brand with a clear and consistent positioning and a growing share of the millennial customer across channels, and we are pleased to add Kate Spade to the Coach, Inc. family. With the addition of Kate Spade, Coach

May 8, 2017 EX-99.5

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Exhibit 99.5 Coach, Inc. Partner/Distributor Letter Dear [XX], I am pleased to share with you that Coach, Inc. has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Kate Spade & Company. This combination establishes Coach as the first American house of modern luxury brands, giving Coach a more diverse multi-brand platform with scale in key functions and the resources to invest in talent and innovatio

May 8, 2017 EX-99.2

Coach, Inc. to Acquire Kate Spade & Company

Exhibit 99.2 Coach, Inc. to Acquire Kate Spade & Company Key Messages: We are at an exciting and pivotal moment in our multi-brand journey. · We recently announced that we have entered into an agreement to acquire Kate Spade & Company, including Kate Spade New York, welcoming the third brand to our portfolio. · We’ve been open about our vision to transform Coach, Inc. by growing through acquisitio

May 8, 2017 EX-99.1

EX-99.1

Exhibit 99.1

May 8, 2017 EX-99.4

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EX-99.4 5 s001691x2ex99-4.htm EXHIBIT 99.4 Exhibit 99.4 Coach, Inc. Employee Letter From: Victor Subject: Transforming Coach, Inc.! Date: Monday, 5/8, 6:50 am Hi Everyone, Today marks an exciting and pivotal moment in our multi-brand journey! I am very pleased to announce that Coach, Inc. has entered into an agreement to acquire Kate Spade & Company (NYSE: KATE). We’ve been open about our vision t

May 8, 2017 EX-99.3

[TEXT OF COMMUNICATION TO BUSINESS PARTNERS OF KATE SPADE & COMPANY]

EX-99.3 4 a17-126351ex99d3.htm EX-99.3 Exhibit 99.3 [TEXT OF COMMUNICATION TO BUSINESS PARTNERS OF KATE SPADE & COMPANY] As you may have seen, Kate Spade & Company announced today that we will be acquired by Coach, Inc. and become an independent brand within the company’s portfolio of modern luxury lifestyle brands. I have included our press release from this morning below. Please rest assured tha

May 8, 2017 SC14D9C

Kate Spade SC14D9C

SC14D9C 1 a17-126351sc14d9c.htm SC14D9C UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14D-9 (Rule 14d-101) Solicitation/Recommendation Statement Under Section 14(d)(4) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 KATE SPADE & COMPANY (Name of Subject Company) KATE SPADE & COMPANY (Name of Person Filing Statement) Common Stock, $1.00 par value per share (Title of Class

May 8, 2017 EX-99.1

COACH, INC. TO ACQUIRE KATE SPADE & COMPANY FOR $18.50 PER SHARE IN CASH Combination Creates First New York-Based House of Modern Luxury Lifestyle Brands Acquisition Expected to be Accretive in Fiscal 2018 and to Reach Double-Digit Accretion by Fisca

Exhibit 99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACTS: Coach Analysts & Media: Andrea Shaw Resnick Global Head of Investor Relations and Corporate Communications 212/629-2618/[email protected] Christina Colone Senior Director, Investor Relations 212/946-7252/[email protected] Kate Spade & Company Investor Relations: Priya Trivedi, Vice President, Finance & Treasurer 201/295-6110/[email protected] Medi

May 8, 2017 EX-99.2

[TEXT OF EMAIL COMMUNICATION FROM CEO TO KATE SPADE & COMPANY EMPLOYEES]

EX-99.2 3 a17-126351ex99d2.htm EX-99.2 Exhibit 99.2 [TEXT OF EMAIL COMMUNICATION FROM CEO TO KATE SPADE & COMPANY EMPLOYEES] Hi all, I wanted you to hear directly from me regarding the conclusion of our process to review strategic alternatives. After careful consideration, I’m both proud and excited to let you know that today we officially announced that Kate Spade & Company will be acquired by Co

May 8, 2017 EX-99.1

COACH, INC. TO ACQUIRE KATE SPADE & COMPANY FOR $18.50 PER SHARE IN CASH Combination Creates First New York-Based House of Modern Luxury Lifestyle Brands Acquisition Expected to be Accretive in Fiscal 2018 and to Reach Double-Digit Accretion by Fisca

Exhibit 99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACTS: Coach Analysts & Media: Andrea Shaw Resnick Global Head of Investor Relations and Corporate Communications 212/629-2618/[email protected] Christina Colone Senior Director, Investor Relations 212/946-7252/[email protected] Kate Spade & Company Investor Relations: Priya Trivedi, Vice President, Finance & Treasurer 201/295-6110/[email protected] Medi

May 8, 2017 EX-2.1

AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF MERGER by and among COACH, INC., CHELSEA MERGER SUB INC., KATE SPADE & COMPANY Dated as of May 7, 2017

Exhibit 2.1 EXECUTION VERSION AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF MERGER by and among COACH, INC., CHELSEA MERGER SUB INC., and KATE SPADE & COMPANY Dated as of May 7, 2017 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page ARTICLE I THE OFFER 2 Section 1.1 The Offer 2 Section 1.2 Company Actions 5 ARTICLE II THE MERGER 7 Section 2.1 The Merger 7 Section 2.2 Closing 7 Section 2.3 Effective Time 8 Section 2.4 Effects of the Merger 8 Sectio

May 8, 2017 8-K

Current Report

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): May 8, 2017 (May 7, 2017) KATE SPADE & COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 1-10689 13-2842791 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commi

May 8, 2017 SC TO-C

Coach FORM 8-K

SC TO-C 1 s001691x18k.htm FORM 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): May 7, 2017 COACH, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Maryland 1-16153 52-2242751 (State of Incorporation) (Commission File

May 8, 2017 EX-99.1

COACH, INC. TO ACQUIRE KATE SPADE & COMPANY FOR $18.50 PER SHARE IN CASH Combination Creates First New York-Based House of Modern Luxury Lifestyle Brands Acquisition Expected to be Accretive in Fiscal 2018 and to Reach Double-Digit Accretion by Fisca

Exhibit 99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACTS: Coach Analysts & Media: Andrea Shaw Resnick Global Head of Investor Relations and Corporate Communications 212/629-2618/[email protected] Christina Colone Senior Director, Investor Relations 212/946-7252/[email protected] Kate Spade & Company Investor Relations: Priya Trivedi, Vice President, Finance & Treasurer 201/295-6110/[email protected] Medi

May 5, 2017 DEF 14A

Kate Spade DEF 14A

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ? Filed by a Party other than the Registrant o Check the appropriate box: o Preliminary Proxy Statement o Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14

May 1, 2017 EX-32.B

CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002

EXHIBIT 32(b) CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 In connection with the Quarterly Report of Kate Spade & Company (the “Company”) on Form 10-Q for the period ending April 1, 2017 as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the “Report”), I, George M. Carrara, certify, pursuant to 18 U.S.C

May 1, 2017 EX-32.C

CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002

EXHIBIT 32(c) CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 In connection with the Quarterly Report of Kate Spade & Company (the “Company”) on Form 10-Q for the period ending April 1, 2017 as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the “Report”), I, Thomas Linko, certify, pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Sec

May 1, 2017 10-Q

KATE / Kate Spade & Company 10-Q (Quarterly Report)

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended April 1, 2017 or ☐TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 1-

May 1, 2017 EX-31.B

SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION

EXHIBIT 31(b) SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION I, George M. Carrara, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of Kate Spade & Company (the “registrant”); 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements wer

May 1, 2017 EX-32.A

CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002

EXHIBIT 32(a) CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 In connection with the Quarterly Report of Kate Spade & Company (the “Company”) on Form 10-Q for the period ending April 1, 2017 as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the “Report”), I, Craig A. Leavitt, certify, pursuant to 18 U.S.C.

May 1, 2017 EX-31.C

SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION

EXHIBIT 31(c) SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION I, Thomas Linko, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of Kate Spade & Company (the “registrant”); 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were mad

May 1, 2017 EX-31.A

SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION

EXHIBIT 31(a) SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION I, Craig A. Leavitt, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of Kate Spade & Company (the “registrant”); 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were

April 28, 2017 EX-31.(C)

SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION

EXHIBIT 31(c) SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION I, Thomas Linko, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this Amendment No. 1 on Form 10-K/A of Kate Spade & Company (the “registrant”); 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were

April 28, 2017 EX-32.(C)

CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002

EXHIBIT 32(c) CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 In connection with the Amendment No. 1 of Kate Spade & Company (the “Company”) on Form 10-K/A for the period ending December 31, 2016 as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the “Report”), I, Thomas Linko, certify, pursuant to 18 U.S.C

April 28, 2017 10-K/A

KATE / Kate Spade & Company 10-K/A (Annual Report)

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-K/A (Amendment No. 1) x ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2016 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE TRANSITION PERIOD FROM TO . Commission file num

April 28, 2017 EX-31.(A)

SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION

EXHIBIT 31(a) SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION I, Craig A. Leavitt, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this Amendment No. 1 on Form 10-K/A of Kate Spade & Company (the “registrant”); 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements w

April 28, 2017 EX-32.(B)

CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002

EXHIBIT 32(b) CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 In connection with the Amendment No. 1 of Kate Spade & Company (the “Company”) on Form 10-K/A for the period ending December 31, 2016 as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the “Report”), I, George M. Carrara, certify, pursuant to 18

April 28, 2017 EX-32.(A)

CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002

EXHIBIT 32(a) CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 In connection with the Amendment No. 1 of Kate Spade & Company (the “Company”) on Form 10-K/A for the period ending December 31, 2016 as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the “Report”), I, Craig A. Leavitt, certify, pursuant to 18 U

April 28, 2017 EX-31.(B)

SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION

EXHIBIT 31(b) SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION I, George M. Carrara, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this Amendment No. 1 on Form 10-K/A of Kate Spade & Company (the “registrant”); 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements

April 18, 2017 EX-99.1

KATE SPADE & COMPANY REPORTS FIRST QUARTER 2017 RESULTS

kateEx991 EXHIBIT 99.1 KATE SPADE & COMPANY REPORTS FIRST QUARTER 2017 RESULTS · Direct-to-consumer comparable sales decline of 2% · Net sales decreased $3 million, or 1%, compared to the first quarter of 2016 · Net income of $1 million, or 1% of net sales, including $7 million of pretax store impairment charges and $2 million of pretax fees and expenses related to the Company’s ongoing review of

April 18, 2017 8-K

Current Report

kateCurrentFolio8K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

March 14, 2017 PRE 14A

Kate Spade PRE 14A

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ? Filed by a Party other than the Registrant o Check the appropriate box: ? Preliminary Proxy Statement o Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14

February 23, 2017 EX-32.(B)

CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES‑OXLEY ACT OF 2002

EXHIBIT 32(b) CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES‑OXLEY ACT OF 2002 In connection with the Annual Report of Kate Spade & Company (the “Company”) on Form 10‑K for the period ending December 31, 2016 as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the “Report”), I, George M. Carrara, certify, pursuant to 18 U.S.

February 23, 2017 10-K

KATE / Kate Spade & Company 10-K - Annual Report - 10-K

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) ☑ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2016 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to . Commission File Number 1-106

February 23, 2017 EX-21

LIST OF SUBSIDIARIES OF KATE SPADE & COMPANY

EX-21 4 kate-20161231ex21260f546.htm EX-21 EXHIBIT 21 LIST OF SUBSIDIARIES OF KATE SPADE & COMPANY Adelington Design Group LLC Delaware Fifth & Pacific Companies Canada, Inc. Canada Fifth & Pacific Companies Cosmetics, Inc. Delaware Fifth & Pacific Companies Foreign Holdings, Inc. Delaware FNP Holdings, LLC Delaware Juicy Couture Canada, Inc. Canada Juicy Couture, Inc. California Kate Spade & Comp

February 23, 2017 EX-10.(A)

DESCRIPTION OF KATE SPADE & COMPANY 2016 EMPLOYEE INCENTIVE PLAN (CASH)

EXHIBIT 10(a) DESCRIPTION OF KATE SPADE & COMPANY 2016 EMPLOYEE INCENTIVE PLAN (CASH) For the 2016 fiscal year, Kate Spade & Company maintained a bonus plan for full time salaried employees under which bonuses were earned based upon either Adjusted operating income of the segment or total Company, as measured against pre‑established targets, and, as applicable, departmental performance considerations and the achievement of individual goals, subject to certain terms and conditions.

February 23, 2017 EX-31.(B)

SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION

EXHIBIT 31(b) SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION I, George M. Carrara, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this Annual Report on Form 10‑K of Kate Spade & Company (the “registrant”); 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were m

February 23, 2017 EX-10.(L)

kate spade & company EXECUTIVE SEVERANCE AGREEMENT

EX-10.(L) 3 kate-20161231ex10lbe8208.htm EX-10.(L) EXHIBIT 10(l) kate spade & company EXECUTIVE SEVERANCE AGREEMENT This Executive Severance Agreement (this “Agreement”), effective as of January 1, 20[ ] (the “Effective Date”), is by and between Kate Spade & Company (the “Company”), a Delaware corporation, and [ ] (the “Executive”). WHEREAS, the Compensation Committee of the Board of Directors of

February 23, 2017 EX-99

To Be Incorporated By Reference Into Registration Statement on Form S-3 File No. 333-181590 Registration Statements on Forms S-8 (File Nos. 2-77590, 2-95258, 033-00661, 333-54560, 333-105527, 333-130382, 333-174783, 333-186094 and 333-189384)

EXHIBIT 99 To Be Incorporated By Reference Into Registration Statement on Form S-3 File No.

February 23, 2017 EX-32.(C)

CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES‑OXLEY ACT OF 2002

EXHIBIT 32(c) CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES‑OXLEY ACT OF 2002 In connection with the Annual Report of Kate Spade & Company (the “Company”) on Form 10‑K for the period ending December 31, 2016 as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the “Report”), I, Thomas Linko, certify, pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Se

February 23, 2017 EX-31.(A)

SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION

EXHIBIT 31(a) SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION I, Craig A. Leavitt, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this Annual Report on Form 10‑K of Kate Spade & Company (the “registrant”); 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were ma

February 23, 2017 EX-32.(A)

CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES‑OXLEY ACT OF 2002

EXHIBIT 32(a) CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES‑OXLEY ACT OF 2002 In connection with the Annual Report of Kate Spade & Company (the “Company”) on Form 10‑K for the period ending December 31, 2016 as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the “Report”), I, Craig A. Leavitt, certify, pursuant to 18 U.S.C

February 23, 2017 EX-31.(C)

SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION

EXHIBIT 31(c) SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION I, Thomas Linko, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this Annual Report on Form 10‑K of Kate Spade & Company (the “registrant”); 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made

February 16, 2017 8-K

Current Report

kateCurrentFolio8K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

February 16, 2017 EX-99.1

KATE SPADE & COMPANY REPORTS FOURTH QUARTER AND FULL YEAR 2016 RESULTS AND IS REVIEWING STRATEGIC ALTERNATIVES

kateEx991 EXHIBIT 99.1 KATE SPADE & COMPANY REPORTS FOURTH QUARTER AND FULL YEAR 2016 RESULTS AND IS REVIEWING STRATEGIC ALTERNATIVES ? Direct-to-consumer comparable sales growth of 9% for the fourth quarter and for the full year 2016 ? Net sales increased $42 million, or 10% for the fourth quarter on a reported basis; full year net sales increased $139 million, or 11% on a reported basis and incr

February 10, 2017 SC 13G

KATE / Kate Spade & Company / HARRIS ASSOCIATES L P - SEC SCHEDULE 13G Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )* Kate Spade (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 485865109 (CUSIP Number) December 30, 2016 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Schedule is f

February 10, 2017 SC 13G/A

KATE / Kate Spade & Company / VANGUARD GROUP INC Passive Investment

katespadeco.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Schedule 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.: 6 )* Name of issuer: Kate Spade & Co Title of Class of Securities: Common Stock CUSIP Number: 485865109 Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement: December 31, 2016 Check the appropriate box to desig

February 9, 2017 SC 13G

KATE / Kate Spade & Company / Wellington Management Group LLP - SEC SCHEDULE 13G Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )* Kate Spade & Co (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 485865109 (CUSIP Number) December 30, 2016 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Schedule

November 2, 2016 8-K

Current Report

8-K 1 katecurrentfolio8k.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): November 2, 2016 KATE SPADE & COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 1-10689 13-2842791 (State or other jurisdiction

November 2, 2016 EX-32.(C)

CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002

EXHIBIT 32(c) CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 In connection with the Quarterly Report of Kate Spade & Company (the “Company”) on Form 10-Q for the period ending October 1, 2016 as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the “Report”), I, Thomas Linko, certify, pursuant to 18 U.S.C. S

November 2, 2016 EX-31.(C)

SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION

EXHIBIT 31(c) SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION I, Thomas Linko, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of Kate Spade & Company (the “registrant”); 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were mad

November 2, 2016 EX-31.(B)

SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION

EXHIBIT 31(b) SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION I, George M. Carrara, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of Kate Spade & Company (the “registrant”); 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements wer

November 2, 2016 EX-32.(B)

CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002

EXHIBIT 32(b) CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 In connection with the Quarterly Report of Kate Spade & Company (the “Company”) on Form 10-Q for the period ending October 1, 2016 as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the “Report”), I, George M. Carrara, certify, pursuant to 18 U.S

November 2, 2016 EX-31.(A)

SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION

EXHIBIT 31(a) SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION I, Craig A. Leavitt, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of Kate Spade & Company (the “registrant”); 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were

November 2, 2016 10-Q

KATE / Kate Spade & Company 10-Q - Quarterly Report - 10-Q

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended October 1, 2016 or ☐TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number:

November 2, 2016 EX-99.1

KATE SPADE & COMPANY REPORTS THIRD QUARTER 2016 RESULTS

kateEx991 EXHIBIT 99.1 KATE SPADE & COMPANY REPORTS THIRD QUARTER 2016 RESULTS ? Direct-to-consumer comparable sales growth of 7% for the third quarter ? Net sales increased $39 million, or 14% for the third quarter on a reported basis; net sales increased $41 million, or 15%, excluding wind-down operations in 2015 ? Third quarter net income of $30 million, or 9% of net sales; Adjusted EBITDA of $

November 2, 2016 EX-32.(A)

CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002

EXHIBIT 32(a) CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 In connection with the Quarterly Report of Kate Spade & Company (the “Company”) on Form 10-Q for the period ending October 1, 2016 as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the “Report”), I, Craig A. Leavitt, certify, pursuant to 18 U.S.

October 5, 2016 CORRESP

Kate Spade ESP

CORRESP 1 filename1.htm October 5, 2016 Via EDGAR Mr. Joel Parker Division of Corporation Finance United States Securities and Exchange Commission 100 F Street, N.E. Washington, D.C. 20549 Re: Kate Spade & Company Form 8-K Dated August 3, 2016 Filed August 3, 2016 File No. 1-10689 Dear Mr. Parker: Thank you for your letter dated September 22, 2016 regarding the Kate Spade & Company Form 8-K filed

August 3, 2016 EX-99.1

KATE SPADE & COMPANY REPORTS SECOND QUARTER 2016 AND FIRST HALF 2016 RESULTS

EX-99.1 2 kate-20160803ex99191052c.htm EX-99.1 EXHIBIT 99.1 KATE SPADE & COMPANY REPORTS SECOND QUARTER 2016 AND FIRST HALF 2016 RESULTS · Direct-to-consumer comparable sales growth of 4% for the second quarter · Net sales increased $39 million, or 14% for the second quarter on a reported basis; net sales increased $47 million, or 17%, excluding wind-down operations in 2015 · Second quarter net in

August 3, 2016 EX-32.(B)

CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002

EXHIBIT 32(b) CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 In connection with the Quarterly Report of Kate Spade & Company (the “Company”) on Form 10-Q for the period ending July 2, 2016 as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the “Report”), I, George M. Carrara, certify, pursuant to 18 U.S.C.

August 3, 2016 EX-31.(A)

SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION

EXHIBIT 31(a) SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION I, Craig A. Leavitt, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of Kate Spade & Company (the “registrant”); 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were

August 3, 2016 EX-32.(C)

CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002

EXHIBIT 32(c) CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 In connection with the Quarterly Report of Kate Spade & Company (the “Company”) on Form 10-Q for the period ending July 2, 2016 as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the “Report”), I, Thomas Linko, certify, pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Sect

August 3, 2016 EX-32.(A)

CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002

EXHIBIT 32(a) CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 In connection with the Quarterly Report of Kate Spade & Company (the “Company”) on Form 10-Q for the period ending July 2, 2016 as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the “Report”), I, Craig A. Leavitt, certify, pursuant to 18 U.S.C.

August 3, 2016 8-K

Current Report

8-K 1 kate-20160803x8k.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): August 3, 2016 KATE SPADE & COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 1-10689 13-2842791 (State or other jurisdiction of i

August 3, 2016 10-Q

KATE / Kate Spade & Company 10-Q - Quarterly Report - 10-Q

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended July 2, 2016 or ☐TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 1-1

August 3, 2016 EX-31.(C)

SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION

EXHIBIT 31(c) SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION I, Thomas Linko, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of Kate Spade & Company (the “registrant”); 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were mad

August 3, 2016 EX-3.(A)

RESTATED CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION OF KATE SPADE & COMPANY (Pursuant to Sections 242 and 245 of the General Corporation Law of the State of Delaware)

Exhibit 3(a) RESTATED CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION OF KATE SPADE & COMPANY (Pursuant to Sections 242 and 245 of the General Corporation Law of the State of Delaware) The undersigned, a duly authorized officer of Kate Spade & Company (the “Corporation”), a corporation organized and existing under the Laws of the State of Delaware, does hereby certify as follows: A:The name of the Corporation is Kate Spade & Company, originally incorporated under the name “Liz Claiborne, Inc.

August 3, 2016 EX-31.(B)

SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION

EXHIBIT 31(b) SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION I, George M. Carrara, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of Kate Spade & Company (the “registrant”); 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements wer

July 5, 2016 EX-99.1

KATE SPADE & COMPANY ANNOUNCES ELECTION OF CARSTEN FISCHER TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS

EXHIBIT 99.1 KATE SPADE & COMPANY ANNOUNCES ELECTION OF CARSTEN FISCHER TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS New York – July 1, 2016 – Kate Spade & Company (NYSE: KATE) today announced the election of Carsten Fischer to the Company’s Board of Directors. Mr. Fischer’s election brings the number of Directors to eleven. His initial term as Director is effective immediately and will expire at the Company’s 2017 Annu

July 5, 2016 8-K

Current Report

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): July 5, 2016 (July 1, 2016) KATE SPADE & COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 1-10689 13-2842791 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Com

June 15, 2016 11-K

Kate Spade 11-K

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 11-K (Mark One) [X] ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2015 OR [ ] TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period fromto Commission file number: 1-10689 KATE SP

May 31, 2016 SD

Kate Spade SD

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM SD Specialized Disclosure Report KATE SPADE & COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 1-10689 13-2842791 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File Number) (IRS Employer Identification No.) 2 Park Avenue, New York, New York 10016 (Address of principal executive offices)

May 25, 2016 EX-3.(B)

As amended and restated through May 19, 2016 KATE SPADE & COMPANY (A Delaware Corporation) ARTICLE I

EX-3.(B) 3 a16-121541ex3db.htm EX-3.(B) EXHIBIT 3(b) As amended and restated through May 19, 2016 BY-LAWS of KATE SPADE & COMPANY (A Delaware Corporation) ARTICLE I Offices Section 1. Offices. The corporation shall maintain a registered office in the State of Delaware as required by law. The corporation may also have an office or offices at such other place or places, within or without the State o

May 25, 2016 8-K

Amendments to Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws; Change in Fiscal Year, Material Modification to Rights of Security Holders

8-K 1 a16-1215418k.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): May 25, 2016 (May 19, 2016) KATE SPADE & COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 1-10689 13-2842791 (State or other jurisdic

May 25, 2016 EX-3.(A)

Certificate of Amendment to the Restated Certificate of Incorporation of Kate Spade & Company

EX-3.(A) 2 a16-121541ex3da.htm EX-3.(A) EXHIBIT 3(a) Certificate of Amendment to the Restated Certificate of Incorporation of Kate Spade & Company The undersigned of Kate Spade & Company, (the “Corporation”) a corporation organized and existing under the Laws of the State of Delaware, does hereby certify as follows: A: The name of the Corporation is Kate Spade & Company. B: The Corporation’s Resta

May 25, 2016 EX-10.2

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EX-10.2 5 a16-121541ex10d2.htm EX-10.2 Exhibit 10.2 KATE SPADE & COMPANY [ ] PERFORMANCE SHARE UNIT AWARD - NOTICE OF GRANT: PARTICIPANT NAME: PARTICIPANT ID: GRANT DATE: NUMBER OF UNITS (TARGET): (subject to adjustment under Section 3.7(b) of the Equity Plan and Section 4 below) We are pleased to inform you that, pursuant to the Company’s 2013 Stock Incentive Plan, the Compensation Committee of t

May 25, 2016 EX-10.1

Kate Spade & Company

EX-10.1 4 a16-121541ex10d1.htm EX-10.1 Exhibit 10.1 Kate Spade & Company 2016 Restricted Stock Unit Grant Confirmation Statement Name of Grantee: Employee ID#: Plan: 2013 Stock Incentive Plan Grant Date: Number of RSUs Granted: (subject to adjustment under Section 3.7(b) of the Plan) Vesting Schedule: 50% on second anniversary of Grant Date and 50% on third anniversary of Grant Date, subject to Se

May 4, 2016 EX-32.C

CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002

EXHIBIT 32(c) CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 In connection with the Quarterly Report of Kate Spade & Company (the “Company”) on Form 10-Q for the period ending April 2, 2016 as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the “Report”), I, Thomas Linko, certify, pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Sec

May 4, 2016 EX-99.1

KATE SPADE & COMPANY REPORTS FIRST QUARTER 2016 RESULTS

EXHIBIT 99.1 KATE SPADE & COMPANY REPORTS FIRST QUARTER 2016 RESULTS ? Direct-to-consumer comparable sales growth of 19% for the first quarter ? Net sales increase of 15% for the quarter, excluding wind-down operations in 2015; on a reported basis, net sales increase of 7% ? First quarter Adjusted EBITDA of $35 million, or 13% of sales, an increase of 26% excluding wind-down operations in the quar

May 4, 2016 EX-31.A

SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION

EXHIBIT 31(a) SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION I, Craig A. Leavitt, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of Kate Spade & Company (the “registrant”); 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements we

May 4, 2016 EX-31.B

SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION

EXHIBIT 31(b) SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION I, George M. Carrara, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of Kate Spade & Company (the “registrant”); 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements w

May 4, 2016 8-K

Kate Spade 8-K (Current Report/Significant Event)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): May 4, 2016 KATE SPADE & COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 1-10689 13-2842791 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File Num

May 4, 2016 EX-32.B

CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002

EXHIBIT 32(b) CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 In connection with the Quarterly Report of Kate Spade & Company (the “Company”) on Form 10-Q for the period ending April 2, 2016 as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the “Report”), I, George M. Carrara, certify, pursuant to 18 U.S.C

May 4, 2016 EX-32.A

CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002

EXHIBIT 32(a) CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 In connection with the Quarterly Report of Kate Spade & Company (the “Company”) on Form 10-Q for the period ending April 2, 2016 as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the “Report”), I, Craig A. Leavitt, certify, pursuant to 18 U.S.C.

May 4, 2016 EX-31.C

SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION

EXHIBIT 31(c) SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION I, Thomas Linko, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of Kate Spade & Company (the “registrant”); 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were m

May 4, 2016 10-Q

KATE / Kate Spade & Company 10-Q - Quarterly Report - 10-Q

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended April 2, 2016 or o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from ...........................

April 8, 2016 DEF 14A

Kate Spade DEF 14A

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ? Filed by a Party other than the Registrant o Check the appropriate box: o Preliminary Proxy Statement o Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14

April 8, 2016 DEFA14A

Kate Spade DEFA14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant x Filed by a Party other than the Registrant o Check the appropriate box: o Preliminary Proxy Statement o Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) o Defin

March 9, 2016 PRE 14A

Kate Spade PRE 14A

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ý Filed by a Party other than the Registrant o Check the appropriate box: ý Preliminary Proxy Statement o Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14

March 7, 2016 8-K

Kate Spade 8-K (Current Report/Significant Event)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): March 7, 2016 (March 3, 2016) KATE SPADE & COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 1-10689 13-2842791 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (C

March 1, 2016 EX-31.(B)

SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION

QuickLinks - Click here to rapidly navigate through this document EXHIBIT 31(b) SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION I, George M.

March 1, 2016 EX-32.(A)

CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002

EXHIBIT 32(a) CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 In connection with the Annual Report of Kate Spade & Company (the "Company") on Form 10-K for the period ending January 2, 2016 as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the "Report"), I, Craig A. Leavitt, certify, pursuant to 18 U.S.C.

March 1, 2016 EX-31.(C)

SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION

QuickLinks - Click here to rapidly navigate through this document EXHIBIT 31(c) SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION I, Thomas Linko, certify that: 1.

March 1, 2016 10-K

KATE / Kate Spade & Company 10-K - Annual Report - 10-K

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) þ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended January 2, 2016 or o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to . Commission File Number 1-10689

March 1, 2016 8-K

Current Report

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): March 1, 2016 KATE SPADE & COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 1-10689 13-2842791 (State or other jurisdiction of (Commission File Number) (IRS Emp

March 1, 2016 EX-10.(A)

DESCRIPTION OF KATE SPADE & COMPANY 2015 EMPLOYEE INCENTIVE PLAN (CASH)

QuickLinks - Click here to rapidly navigate through this document EXHIBIT 10(a) DESCRIPTION OF KATE SPADE & COMPANY 2015 EMPLOYEE INCENTIVE PLAN (CASH) For the 2015 fiscal year, Kate Spade & Company maintained a bonus plan for full time salaried employees under which bonuses were earned based upon either Adjusted operating income of the segment or total Company, as measured against pre-established targets, and, as applicable, departmental performance considerations and the achievement of individual goals, subject to certain terms and conditions.

March 1, 2016 EX-21

LIST OF SUBSIDIARIES OF KATE SPADE & COMPANY

EX-21 6 a2227505zex-21.htm EX-21 QuickLinks - Click here to rapidly navigate through this document EXHIBIT 21 LIST OF SUBSIDIARIES OF KATE SPADE & COMPANY Adelington Design Group LLC Delaware Fifth & Pacific Companies Canada, Inc. Canada Fifth & Pacific Companies Cosmetics, Inc. Delaware Fifth & Pacific Companies Foreign Holdings, Inc. Delaware FNP Holdings, LLC Delaware Juicy Couture Canada, Inc.

March 1, 2016 EX-32.(B)

CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002

QuickLinks - Click here to rapidly navigate through this document EXHIBIT 32(b) CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.

March 1, 2016 EX-10.(J)(VIII)

Kate Spade & Company [ ] Restricted Stock Unit Grant Confirmation

EXHIBIT 10(j)(viii) Kate Spade & Company [ ] Restricted Stock Unit Grant Confirmation Name: Employee ID#: Plan: Fifth & Pacific Companies, Inc.

March 1, 2016 EX-31.(A)

SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION

QuickLinks - Click here to rapidly navigate through this document EXHIBIT 31(a) SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION I, Craig A.

March 1, 2016 EX-10.(L)(I)

KATE SPADE & COMPANY EXECUTIVE SEVERANCE AGREEMENT

EXHIBIT 10(l)(i) KATE SPADE & COMPANY EXECUTIVE SEVERANCE AGREEMENT This Executive Severance Agreement (this “Agreement”), effective as of this [ ] day of [ ] 20[ ] (the “Effective Date”), is by and between Kate Spade & Company (the “Company”), a Delaware corporation, and [ ] (the “Executive”).

March 1, 2016 EX-10.(J)(VII)

KATE SPADE & COMPANY [ ] PERFORMANCE SHARE UNIT AWARD NOTICE OF GRANT:

EXHIBIT 10(j)(vii) KATE SPADE & COMPANY [ ] PERFORMANCE SHARE UNIT AWARD NOTICE OF GRANT: PARTICIPANT NAME: PARTICIPANT ID: GRANT DATE: NUMBER OF UNITS: · We are pleased to inform you that, pursuant to the Company’s 2013 Stock Incentive Plan, the Compensation Committee of the Board of Directors of Kate Spade & Company has made an award of performance share units to you, subject to the terms and conditions set forth in the attached Grant Certificate.

March 1, 2016 EX-99

To Be Incorporated By Reference Into Registration Statement on Form S-3 File No. 333-181590 Registration Statements on Forms S-8 (File Nos. 2-77590, 2-95258, 033-00661, 333-09851, 333-54560, 333-105527, 333-130382, 333-174783, 333-186094 and 333-1893

EX-99 14 a2227505zex-99.htm EX-99 EXHIBIT 99 To Be Incorporated By Reference Into Registration Statement on Form S-3 File No. 333-181590 Registration Statements on Forms S-8 (File Nos. 2-77590, 2-95258, 033-00661, 333-09851, 333-54560, 333-105527, 333-130382, 333-174783, 333-186094 and 333-189384) UNDERTAKINGS (a) The undersigned registrant hereby undertakes: (1) To file, during any period in whic

March 1, 2016 EX-99.1

KATE SPADE & COMPANY REPORTS FOURTH QUARTER AND FULL YEAR 2015 RESULTS AND PROVIDES 2016 GUIDANCE

Exhibit 99.1 KATE SPADE & COMPANY REPORTS FOURTH QUARTER AND FULL YEAR 2015 RESULTS AND PROVIDES 2016 GUIDANCE ? Direct-to-consumer comparable sales growth of 14% for the fourth quarter and 13% for the full year 2015 ? Net sales increase of 14% for the quarter and 21% for the full year, adjusting for previously announced wind-down operations and excluding certain non-comparable items in 2014; on a

March 1, 2016 EX-32.(C)

CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002

QuickLinks - Click here to rapidly navigate through this document EXHIBIT 32(c) CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.

February 10, 2016 SC 13G/A

KATE / Kate Spade & Company / VANGUARD GROUP INC Passive Investment

katespadeandco.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Schedule 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.: 5 )* Name of issuer: Kate Spade & Co Title of Class of Securities: Common Stock CUSIP Number: 485865109 Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement: December 31, 2015 Check the appropriate box to de

November 5, 2015 EX-31.B

SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION

EXHIBIT 31(b) SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION I, George M. Carrara, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of Kate Spade & Company (the “registrant”); 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements w

November 5, 2015 EX-32.C

CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002

EXHIBIT 32(c) CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 In connection with the Quarterly Report of Kate Spade & Company (the “Company”) on Form 10-Q for the period ending October 3, 2015 as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the “Report”), I, Thomas Linko, certify, pursuant to 18 U.S.C. S

November 5, 2015 EX-31.A

SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION

EXHIBIT 31(a) SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION I, Craig A. Leavitt, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of Kate Spade & Company (the “registrant”); 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements we

November 5, 2015 EX-32.B

CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002

EXHIBIT 32(b) CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 In connection with the Quarterly Report of Kate Spade & Company (the ?Company?) on Form 10-Q for the period ending October 3, 2015 as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the ?Report?), I, George M. Carrara, certify, pursuant to 18 U.S

November 5, 2015 EX-99.1

KATE SPADE & COMPANY REPORTS THIRD QUARTER 2015 RESULTS

Exhibit 99.1 KATE SPADE & COMPANY REPORTS THIRD QUARTER 2015 RESULTS ? Third quarter direct-to-consumer comparable sales growth of 16% ? Net sales increased 26% for the quarter, adjusting for previously announced wind-down operations and excluding certain non-comparable items in 2014, or 11% on a reported basis ? Third quarter Adjusted EBITDA of $36 million, or 13% of sales, and adjusted diluted e

November 5, 2015 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended October 3, 2015 or o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from .........................

November 5, 2015 8-K

Current Report

8-K 1 a15-2242218k.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): November 5, 2015 KATE SPADE & COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 1-10689 13-2842791 (State or other jurisdiction of inc

November 5, 2015 EX-31.C

SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION

EXHIBIT 31(c) SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION I, Thomas Linko, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of Kate Spade & Company (the “registrant”); 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were m

November 5, 2015 EX-32.A

CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002

EXHIBIT 32(a) CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 In connection with the Quarterly Report of Kate Spade & Company (the “Company”) on Form 10-Q for the period ending October 3, 2015 as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the “Report”), I, Craig A. Leavitt, certify, pursuant to 18 U.S.

September 10, 2015 EX-99.1

NET SALES & ADJUSTED EBITDA COMPARISON – 2015 TO 2014 As included in Slide 10 of the slides accompanying the Company’s second quarter 2015 conference call ! 2015 net sales, excluding wind-down operations, include a planned decrease compared to 2014 i

Exhibit 99.1 KATE SPADE NEW YORK PRO FORMA HISTORICAL STORE INFORMATION 1Q14 2Q14 3Q14 4Q14 1Q15 2Q15 kate spade new york North America Specialty 77 82 84 93 92 97 Outlet 42 51 56 57 60 62 Total Store Count 119 133 140 150 152 159 Average Square Feet (in ‘000s) 251 275 314 340 345 358 kate spade new york International Owned Specialty 17 17 20 19 19 19 Concession 43 45 47 49 51 52 Outlet 9 9 9 12 1

September 10, 2015 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure

8-K 1 a15-1914718k.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): September 10, 2015 KATE SPADE & COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 1-10689 13-2842791 (State or other jurisdiction of i

August 5, 2015 EX-99.1

KATE SPADE & COMPANY REPORTS SECOND QUARTER 2015 AND FIRST HALF 2015 RESULTS

Exhibit 99.1 KATE SPADE & COMPANY REPORTS SECOND QUARTER 2015 AND FIRST HALF 2015 RESULTS · Second quarter direct-to-consumer comparable sales growth of 10% and 12% excluding eCommerce · Second quarter net sales increased 20%, adjusting for previously announced wind-down operations and excluding certain non-comparable items in 2014, or 6% on a reported basis · Second quarter Adjusted EBITDA of $41

August 5, 2015 EX-31.(B)

SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION

EXHIBIT 31(b) SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION I, George M. Carrara, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of Kate Spade & Company (the ?registrant?); 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements w

August 5, 2015 EX-32.(C)

CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002

EXHIBIT 32(c) CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 In connection with the Quarterly Report of Kate Spade & Company (the “Company”) on Form 10-Q for the period ending July 4, 2015 as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the “Report”), I, Thomas Linko, certify, pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Sect

August 5, 2015 EX-31.(C)

SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION

EXHIBIT 31(c) SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION I, Thomas Linko, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of Kate Spade & Company (the ?registrant?); 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were m

August 5, 2015 EX-32.(A)

CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002

EXHIBIT 32(a) CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 In connection with the Quarterly Report of Kate Spade & Company (the “Company”) on Form 10-Q for the period ending July 4, 2015 as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the “Report”), I, Craig A. Leavitt, certify, pursuant to 18 U.S.C.

August 5, 2015 EX-31.(A)

SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION

EXHIBIT 31(a) SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION I, Craig A. Leavitt, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of Kate Spade & Company (the “registrant”); 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements we

August 5, 2015 EX-32.(B)

CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002

EXHIBIT 32(b) CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 In connection with the Quarterly Report of Kate Spade & Company (the “Company”) on Form 10-Q for the period ending July 4, 2015 as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the “Report”), I, George M. Carrara, certify, pursuant to 18 U.S.C.

August 5, 2015 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended July 4, 2015 or o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from ............................

August 5, 2015 8-K

Kate Spade 8-K (Current Report/Significant Event)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): August 5, 2015 KATE SPADE & COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 1-10689 13-2842791 (State or other jurisdiction of (Commission File Number) (IRS Em

June 17, 2015 11-K

Kate Spade 11-K

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 11-K (Mark One) [X] ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2014 OR [ ] TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period fromto Commission file number: 1-10689 KATE SP

June 1, 2015 SD

Kate Spade SD

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM SD Specialized Disclosure Report KATE SPADE & COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 1-10689 13-2842791 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File Number) (IRS Employer Identification No.) 2 Park Avenue, New York, New York 10016 (Address of principal executive offices)

June 1, 2015 CORRESP

Kate Spade ESP

June 1, 2015 Via EDGAR Ms. Tia L. Jenkins Division of Corporation Finance United States Securities and Exchange Commission 100 F Street, N.E. Washington, D.C. 20549 Re: Kate Spade & Company Form 10-K for the Fiscal Year Ended January 3, 2015 Filed March 3, 2015 Form 8-K Filed March 3, 2015 Commission File No. 1-10689 Dear Ms. Jenkins: Thank you for your letter dated May 4, 2015 regarding the Kate

May 22, 2015 8-K

Amendments to Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws; Change in Fiscal Year, Material Modification to Rights of Security Holders

8-K 1 a15-1260118k.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): May 22, 2015 (May 19, 2015) KATE SPADE & COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 1-10689 13-2842791 (State or other jurisdic

May 22, 2015 EX-3.B

Amendment to the By-Laws of Kate Spade & Company

EX-3.B 3 a15-126011ex3db.htm EX-3.B EXHIBIT 3(b) Amendment to the By-Laws of Kate Spade & Company Section 3 of Article II of the By-Laws of Kate Spade & Company shall be deleted and replaced in its entirety with the following: Section 3. Special Meetings. (a) Unless otherwise prescribed by law or the Restated Certificate of Incorporation (such certificate, as amended from time to time, including r

May 22, 2015 EX-3.A

Certificate of Amendment to the Restated Certificate of Incorporation of Kate Spade & Company

EX-3.A 2 a15-126011ex3da.htm EX-3.A EXHIBIT 3(a) Certificate of Amendment to the Restated Certificate of Incorporation of Kate Spade & Company The undersigned Kate Spade & Company, a corporation organized and existing under the Laws of the State of Delaware (the “Corporation”), does hereby certify as follows: A: The name of the Corporation is Kate Spade & Company B: The Corporation’s Restated Cert

May 22, 2015 EX-10.1

KATE SPADE & COMPANY 162(M) ANNUAL INCENTIVE PLAN

EX-10.1 4 a15-126011ex10d1.htm EX-10.1 Exhibit 10.1 KATE SPADE & COMPANY 162(M) ANNUAL INCENTIVE PLAN 1. Purpose The purpose of the Kate Spade & Company 162(m) Annual Incentive Plan (the “Plan”) is to provide incentives to certain senior officers in a manner designed to reinforce the performance goals of Kate Spade & Company (“Kate Spade” or the “Company”); to strengthen the Company’s “pay for per

May 15, 2015 CORRESP

Kate Spade ESP

May 15, 2015 Via EDGAR Ms. Tia L. Jenkins Division of Corporation Finance United States Securities and Exchange Commission 100 F Street, N.E. Washington, D.C. 20549 Re: Kate Spade & Company Form 10-K for the Fiscal Year Ended January 3, 2015 Filed March 3, 2015 Form 8-K Filed March 3, 2015 Commission File No. 1-10689 Dear Ms. Jenkins: Thank you for your letter dated May 4, 2015 regarding the Kate

May 7, 2015 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

10-Q 1 a15-7196110q.htm 10-Q Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended April 4, 2015 or o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period fro

May 7, 2015 EX-99.1

KATE SPADE & COMPANY REPORTS FIRST QUARTER 2015 RESULTS

EXHIBIT 99.1 KATE SPADE & COMPANY REPORTS FIRST QUARTER 2015 RESULTS ? First quarter 2015 net sales increased 28%, adjusting for previously announced wind-down operations and excluding certain non-comparable items in 2014, or 14% on a reported basis ? First quarter 2015 direct-to-consumer comparable sales growth of 9% ? First quarter 2015 Adjusted EBITDA Excluding Wind-Down Operations was $28 mill

May 7, 2015 8-K

Current Report

8-K 1 a15-1097018k.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): May 7, 2015 KATE SPADE & COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 1-10689 13-2842791 (State or other jurisdiction of (Commiss

May 7, 2015 EX-32.B

CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002

EXHIBIT 32(b) CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 In connection with the Quarterly Report of Kate Spade & Company (the “Company”) on Form 10-Q for the period ending April 4, 2015 as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the “Report”), I, George M. Carrara, certify, pursuant to 18 U.S.C

May 7, 2015 EX-31.A

SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION

EXHIBIT 31(a) SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION I, Craig A. Leavitt, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of Kate Spade & Company (the “registrant”); 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements we

May 7, 2015 EX-32.A

CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002

EXHIBIT 32(a) CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 In connection with the Quarterly Report of Kate Spade & Company (the “Company”) on Form 10-Q for the period ending April 4, 2015 as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the “Report”), I, Craig A. Leavitt, certify, pursuant to 18 U.S.C.

May 7, 2015 EX-31.C

SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION

EXHIBIT 31(c) SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION I, Thomas Linko, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of Kate Spade & Company (the “registrant”); 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were m

May 7, 2015 EX-32.C

CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002

EXHIBIT 32(c) CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 In connection with the Quarterly Report of Kate Spade & Company (the "Company") on Form 10-Q for the period ending April 4, 2015 as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the “Report”), I, Thomas Linko, certify, pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Sec

May 7, 2015 EX-31.B

SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION

EXHIBIT 31(b) SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION I, George M. Carrara, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of Kate Spade & Company (the ?registrant?); 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements w

April 9, 2015 DEF 14A

Kate Spade DEF 14A

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April 9, 2015 DEFA14A

Kate Spade DEFA14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant x Filed by a Party other than the Registrant o Check the appropriate box: o Preliminary Proxy Statement o Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) o Defin

March 13, 2015 PRE 14A

Kate Spade PRE 14A

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March 12, 2015 8-K

Current Report

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): March 12, 2015 (March 12, 2015) KATE SPADE & COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 1-10689 13-2842791 (State or other jurisdiction of (Commission Fil

March 6, 2015 8-K

Current Report

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): March 6, 2015 (March 4, 2015) KATE SPADE & COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 1-10689 13-2842791 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (C

March 3, 2015 EX-10.(A)

DESCRIPTION OF KATE SPADE & COMPANY 2014 EMPLOYEE INCENTIVE PLAN (CASH)

EX-10.(A) 2 a2223327zex-10a.htm EX-10.(A) QuickLinks - Click here to rapidly navigate through this document EXHIBIT 10(a) DESCRIPTION OF KATE SPADE & COMPANY 2014 EMPLOYEE INCENTIVE PLAN (CASH) For the 2014 fiscal year, Kate Spade & Company maintained a bonus plan for full time salaried employees under which bonuses were earned based upon either Adjusted operating income of the segment or total Co

March 3, 2015 EX-31.(A)

SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION

EXHIBIT 31(a) SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION I, Craig A. Leavitt, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this Annual Report on Form 10-K of Kate Spade & Company (the "registrant"); 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were

March 3, 2015 EX-99

To Be Incorporated By Reference Into Registration Statement on Form S-3 File No. 333-181590 Registration Statements on Forms S-8 (File Nos. 2-77590, 2-95258, 033-00661, 333-09851, 333-54560, 333-105527, 333-130382, 333-174783, 333-186094 and 333-1893

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March 3, 2015 EX-10.(J)(VI)

KATE SPADE & COMPANY [ ] PERFORMANCE SHARE UNIT AWARD NOTICE OF GRANT:

EXHIBIT 10(j)(vi) KATE SPADE & COMPANY [ ] PERFORMANCE SHARE UNIT AWARD NOTICE OF GRANT: PARTICIPANT NAME: PARTICIPANT ID: GRANT DATE: NUMBER OF UNITS: ? shares We are pleased to inform you that, pursuant to the Company?s 2013 Stock Incentive Plan, the Compensation Committee of the Board of Directors of Kate Spade & Company has made an award of performance share units to you, subject to the terms and conditions set forth in the attached Grant Certificate.

March 3, 2015 EX-10.(J)(IV)

KATE SPADE & COMPANY [ ] MARKET SHARE UNIT AWARD NOTICE OF GRANT:

EXHIBIT 10(j)(iv) KATE SPADE & COMPANY [ ] MARKET SHARE UNIT AWARD NOTICE OF GRANT: PARTICIPANT NAME: PARTICIPANT ID: GRANT DATE: NUMBER OF UNITS: ? shares We are pleased to inform you that, pursuant to the Company?s 2013 Stock Incentive Plan, the Compensation Committee of the Board of Directors of Kate Spade & Company has made an award of market share units to you, subject to the terms and conditions set forth in the attached Grant Certificate.

March 3, 2015 8-K

Current Report

8-K 1 a15-578218k.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): March 3, 2015 KATE SPADE & COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 1-10689 13-2842791 (State or other jurisdiction of incorpo

March 3, 2015 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) ? ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended January 3, 2015 or o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to . Commission File Number 1-10689

March 3, 2015 EX-10.(J)(V)

Kate Spade & Company 2015 Stock Option Grant Confirmation

FORM EXHIBIT 10(j)(v) Kate Spade & Company 2015 Stock Option Grant Confirmation Associate Name: <> Associate Empl ID#: <> Stock Incentive Plan: Fifth & Pacific Companies, Inc.

March 3, 2015 EX-21

LIST OF SUBSIDIARIES OF KATE SPADE & COMPANY

EX-21 6 a2223327zex-21.htm EX-21 QuickLinks - Click here to rapidly navigate through this document EXHIBIT 21 LIST OF SUBSIDIARIES OF KATE SPADE & COMPANY Adelington Design Group LLC Delaware Fifth & Pacific Companies Canada, Inc. Canada Fifth & Pacific Companies Cosmetics, Inc. Delaware Fifth & Pacific Companies Foreign Holdings, Inc. Delaware Fifth & Pacific Companies Puerto Rico, Inc. Delaware

March 3, 2015 EX-99.1

Kate Spade & Company Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2014 Results and Provides 2015 Guidance

EXHIBIT 99.1 Kate Spade & Company Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2014 Results and Provides 2015 Guidance · Fourth quarter 2014 net sales increased 45% to $399 million; full year 2014 net sales increased 42% to $1.139 billion · Fourth quarter 2014 direct-to-consumer comparable sales growth of 28%; full year 2014 direct to consumer comparable sales growth of 24%, excluding the benefit of the e

March 3, 2015 EX-32.(A)

CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002

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March 3, 2015 EX-31.(B)

SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION

QuickLinks - Click here to rapidly navigate through this document EXHIBIT 31(b) SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION I, Thomas Linko, certify that: 1.

March 3, 2015 EX-32.(B)

CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002

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February 11, 2015 SC 13G/A

KATE / Kate Spade & Company / PRICE T ROWE ASSOCIATES INC /MD/ - KATE AS OF 12/31/2014 Passive Investment

SC 13G/A 1 kate13gadec14.htm KATE AS OF 12/31/2014 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 2) KATE SPADE & CO (Name of Issuer) COMMON STOCK (Title of Class of Securities) 485865109 (FKA 316645100) (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2014 (Date of Event which Requires Filing of Statement) Check the appropr

February 10, 2015 SC 13G/A

KATE / Kate Spade & Company / VANGUARD GROUP INC Passive Investment

katespade.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Schedule 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.: 4 )* Name of issuer: Kate Spade & Co Title of Class of Securities: Common Stock CUSIP Number: 485865109 Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement: December 31, 2014 Check the appropriate box to designa

January 29, 2015 8-K

Current Report

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) January 29, 2015 (January 26, 2015) KATE SPADE & COMPANY (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) Delaware 1-10689 13-2842791 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (

January 29, 2015 EX-99.1

Kate Spade & Company Announces Plan to Focus Investment on kate spade new york and Provides Preliminary 2014 Results and 2015 Summary Guidance

EXHIBIT 99.1 Kate Spade & Company Announces Plan to Focus Investment on kate spade new york and Provides Preliminary 2014 Results and 2015 Summary Guidance ? Kate Spade Saturday to Transition to a Label within kate spade new york Brand ? Jack Spade Repositioned for Growth through Distribution Network of Retail Partners and eCommerce ? Reports Preliminary 2014 Full-Year Adjusted EBITDA of $145 to $

November 6, 2014 EX-31.B

SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION

EXHIBIT 31(b) SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION I, Thomas Linko, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of Kate Spade & Company (the “registrant”); 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were m

November 6, 2014 EX-99.1

KATE SPADE & COMPANY REPORTS THIRD QUARTER 2014 RESULTS

EXHIBIT 99.1 KATE SPADE & COMPANY REPORTS THIRD QUARTER 2014 RESULTS · Net sales increased 30% to $250 million and year to date net sales increased 40% to $740 million · Adjusted EBITDA, net of foreign transaction currency adjustments, increased 69% to $21 million compared to prior year comparable adjusted EBITDA · Increased full year 2014 Adjusted EBITDA guidance to a range of $130 million - $140

November 6, 2014 EX-32.B

CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002

EXHIBIT 32(b) CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 In connection with the Quarterly Report of Kate Spade & Company (the “Company”) on Form 10-Q for the period ending October 4, 2014 as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the “Report”), I, Thomas Linko, certify, pursuant to 18 U.S.C. S

November 6, 2014 EX-31.A

SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION

EXHIBIT 31(a) SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION I, Craig A. Leavitt, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of Kate Spade & Company (the “registrant”); 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements we

November 6, 2014 8-K

Current Report

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): November 6, 2014 KATE SPADE & COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 1-10689 13-2842791 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission Fil

November 6, 2014 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

10-Q 1 a14-19619110q.htm 10-Q Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended October 4, 2014 or o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period

November 6, 2014 EX-32.A

CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002

EXHIBIT 32(a) CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 In connection with the Quarterly Report of Kate Spade & Company (the “Company”) on Form 10-Q for the period ending October 4, 2014 as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the “Report”), I, Craig A. Leavitt, certify, pursuant to 18 U.S.

October 14, 2014 EX-99.1

KATE SPADE & COMPANY CONFIRMS PREVIOUSLY ANNOUNCED PLAN TO APPOINT THOMAS LINKO CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

EXHIBIT 99.1 KATE SPADE & COMPANY CONFIRMS PREVIOUSLY ANNOUNCED PLAN TO APPOINT THOMAS LINKO CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER October 14, 2014 – Kate Spade & Company (NYSE: KATE) today confirmed its previously announced plan and appointed Thomas Linko as Chief Financial Officer of the Company. In this position, Mr. Linko will oversee the global finance team and report to George Carrara, President & Chief O

October 14, 2014 8-K

Current Report

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): October 14, 2014 (October 8, 2014) KATE SPADE & COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 1-10689 13-2842791 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporatio

August 15, 2014 8-K

8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): August 15, 2014 KATE SPADE & COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 1-10689 13-2842791 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File

August 15, 2014 EX-99.1

KATE SPADE & COMPANY SEGMENT AND COMPARABLE ADJUSTED EBITDA INFORMATION

EXHIBIT 99.1 KATE SPADE & COMPANY SEGMENT AND COMPARABLE ADJUSTED EBITDA INFORMATION On February 3, 2014, the Company completed the sale of 100.0% of the capital stock of Lucky Brand Dungarees, Inc. (“Lucky Brand”) to LBD Acquisition Company, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company and affiliate of Leonard Green & Partners, L.P., for an aggregate payment of $225.0 million, comprised of $140.0 mi

August 12, 2014 EX-31.B

SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION

EXHIBIT 31(b) SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION I, George M. Carrara, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of Kate Spade & Company (the ?registrant?); 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements w

August 12, 2014 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

10-Q 1 a14-13858110q.htm 10-Q Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended July 5, 2014 or o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period fro

August 12, 2014 EX-31.A

SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION

EXHIBIT 31(a) SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION I, Craig A. Leavitt, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of Kate Spade & Company (the “registrant”); 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements we

August 12, 2014 EX-32.B

CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002

EXHIBIT 32(b) CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 In connection with the Quarterly Report of Kate Spade & Company (the “Company”) on Form 10-Q for the period ending July 5, 2014 as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the “Report”), I, George M. Carrara, certify, pursuant to 18 U.S.C.

August 12, 2014 EX-32.A

CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002

EXHIBIT 32(a) CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350 AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 In connection with the Quarterly Report of Kate Spade & Company (the ?Company?) on Form 10-Q for the period ending July 5, 2014 as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the ?Report?), I, Craig A. Leavitt, certify, pursuant to 18 U.S.C.

August 12, 2014 EX-99.1

KATE SPADE & COMPANY REPORTS 2nd QUARTER AND FIRST HALF 2014 RESULTS

Exhibit 99.1 Investor Relations Contact: Media Contact: Priya Trivedi Emily Garbaccio Vice President, Finance Vice President, Communications Kate Spade & Company Kate Spade & Company 201.295.6110 212.739.6552 KATE SPADE & COMPANY REPORTS 2nd QUARTER AND FIRST HALF 2014 RESULTS · Reports Q2 2014 Kate Spade direct to consumer comparable sales growth of 30%, contributing to an increase of full year 2

August 12, 2014 EX-10.1

CREDIT AGREEMENT dated as of May 16, 2014, KATE SPADE & COMPANY, KATE SPADE UK LIMITED, KATE SPADE CANADA INC., as Borrowers, The GUARANTORS Party Hereto, The LENDERS Party Hereto JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A., as Administrative Agent and US Collateral A

Exhibit 10.1 CREDIT AGREEMENT dated as of May 16, 2014, among KATE SPADE & COMPANY, KATE SPADE UK LIMITED, and KATE SPADE CANADA INC., as Borrowers, The GUARANTORS Party Hereto, The LENDERS Party Hereto JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A., as Administrative Agent and US Collateral Agent, JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A., TORONTO BRANCH, as Canadian Administrative Agent and Canadian Collateral Agent, J.P. MORGAN EU

August 12, 2014 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): August 12, 2014

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): August 12, 2014 KATE SPADE & COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 1-10689 13-2842791 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File

July 1, 2014 EX-99.1

KATE SPADE & COMPANY ELECTS DOUG MACK TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS

EXHIBIT 99.1 KATE SPADE & COMPANY ELECTS DOUG MACK TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS June 26, 2014 – Kate Spade & Company (NYSE: KATE) today announced the election of Doug Mack to the Company’s Board of Directors. Mack’s election brings the number of Directors to eleven. His initial term as director is effective immediately and will expire at the Company’s 2015 Annual Meeting of Stockholders. An eCommerce inn

July 1, 2014 8-K

Current Report

8-K 1 a14-1640018k.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): July 1, 2014 (June 25, 2014) KATE SPADE & COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 1-10689 13-2842791 (State or other jurisdi

June 12, 2014 11-K

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Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 11-K (Mark One) [X] ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2013 OR [ ] TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period fromto Commission file number: 1-10689 KATE SP

June 2, 2014 SD

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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM SD Specialized Disclosure Report KATE SPADE & COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 1-10689 13-2842791 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File Number) (IRS Employer Identification No.) 2 Park Avenue, New York, New York 10016 (Address of principal executive offices)

May 28, 2014 8-K

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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): May 28, 2014 (May 21, 2014) KATE SPADE & COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 1-10689 13-2842791 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Com

May 27, 2014 8-K

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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): May 27, 2014 (May 20, 2014) KATE SPADE & COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 1-10689 13-2842791 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Com

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