Liz Claiborne (fashion designer)

Anne Elisabeth Jane "Liz" Claiborne (March 31, 1929 – June 26, 2007) was a Belgian-born American fashion designer and entrepreneur.

Early life
Claiborne was born to American parents in Brussels, Belgium. She moved to New Orleans, Louisiana in 1939. She went on to found the clothing company, which was named Liz Claiborne, Inc. She was the first female CEO and chairperson of a Fortune 500 company. 

Death
Claiborne died in New York City from cancer of the lining of the abdomen.

Other websites
Official website
Liz Claiborne Art Ortenerg Foundation

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