Tapestry

We need to ‘ketchup’ on the #collaboration of the summer: kate spade new york and Kraft Heinz! 🍅   The iconic global brands synonymous with joy and summer, respectively, have teamed up to release a limited-edition capsule collection featuring accessories and apparel – and of course, ketchup. From totes, pouches, and small leather goods, to ready to wear tees, footwear, keychains, phone cases and more, this collection offers consumers and condiment-lovers alike a fun and unique way to express their style throughout the season.   We ❤️ this collaboration, and we continue to be inspired by our teams’ innovation, creativity, and passion when it comes to our customers. Congrats, kate spade new york team, on this red-hot launch!   Want to learn more about the capsule? Check out coverage in Fast Company (https://lnkd.in/grstN9fF) and WWD (https://lnkd.in/e7MDjSU8).   #OurTapestry #katespadeny

Three weeks in, and our summer interns have been hard at work! In addition to supporting their teams, gaining hands-on experience, and learning about the industry, they’ve: 🎤 Heard from former interns who offered advice on navigating internships and careers as part of our Intern Alumni panel   🍭 Joined a Sweets & Treats mixer to meet over light bites, drinks, and – you guessed it – sweet treats  💡 Learned from leadership across Tapestry about Social Impact, Equity, Inclusion and Diversity, omnichannel strategy, innovation, reaching customers, and more through our ongoing Inside Tapestry: Intern Program speaker series Check out these photos from the program and meet some of our interns who share with us what they’re currently working on and what they’re excited to accomplish in the weeks ahead. #OurTapestry

Last week, Tapestry’s Black Alliance employee business resource group (EBRG) and L’Oreal’s Black @ L'Oréal employee resource group (ERG) teamed up to host Juneteenth: A Celebration of Freedom at our Hudson Yards HQ. Employees from both organizations were invited to a panel conversation about Juneteenth, which commemorates the emancipation of enslaved people in the U.S., to share personal stories and reflect on themes of community, equity, and justice. Following the discussion, it was time for a block party with live music, dancing, food, games, and great company. Thank you to the 200+ attendees who joined us both in-person and virtually for an inspiring afternoon, and to Black Alliance and Black @ L’Oréal for the opportunity to come together and connect. We’re grateful to have teams and local partners who actively embrace and cultivate equity, inclusion and diversity every day. #OurTapestry #StandTallerTogether #Juneteenth

In celebration of Pride, our Global Director of Equity, Inclusion and Diversity Rondette Amoy Smith, PHR recently spoke with Built In about how Tapestry shows up for the LGBTQIA+ community: https://lnkd.in/dDCAb_HA We believe in supporting our LGBTQIA+ colleagues beyond June by celebrating and encouraging diversity, creating meaningful connections, and emphasizing the importance of mental health advocacy. These values are reflected in our Prouder Together Employee Business Resource Group (EBRG), the inclusive culture our employees cultivate every day, policies that support our LGBTQIA+ teammates, and ongoing partnerships with organizations like The Trevor Project, Hetrick-Martin Institute and GLSEN. We are grateful to all our teams for helping advance these efforts year-round and also want to give a shoutout to our Prouder Together EBRG for organizing robust activations for our employees each Pride Month. Stay tuned for a look at what 2024’s celebrations entail. 🌈 Special thanks to Rondette for sitting down with Built In and for being a driving force behind our EID efforts! ✨ #OurTapestry #StretchWhatsPossible #Pride

At Tapestry, we believe the future of fashion is not just about what we create—but how we create it. That’s why we’re proud to be recognized by USA TODAY as a 2024 Climate Leader. Swipe for a look at the commitments we’ve made to help preserve and restore our planet. 🌎 Being named to a climate leaders list is not just an accolade, it’s a call to action. We will continue to innovate, set ambitious targets, and work collaboratively with our stakeholders to drive meaningful change. Learn more about Tapestry’s commitment to sustainability at https://lnkd.in/e64Z4uqz #OurTapestry 

Congratulations to Coach Creative Director Stuart Vevers who has been appointed an Officer of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (OBE) for Services to Fashion and UK/US Creative Relations. He was included in the Birthday 2024 Honours List, approved by His Majesty King Charles the Third. Under Stuart’s leadership, he has elevated the success of Coach as a global fashion house. Since joining the brand in 2013, he has reimagined Coach’s heritage of craftsmanship with a bold and playful attitude that resonates with customers around the world. Stuart has also been a pioneer in sustainability and circularity, creating collections that celebrate the beauty and value of pre-loved materials and vintage pieces. We are proud to be able to work with such a creative and inspiring leader, and we can’t wait to see what he does next. Congratulations, Stuart, on this incredible achievement! #OurTapestry #CoachNY

From Miami to Chicago, New York to San Jose, we’re proud to celebrate teachers across the country with the help of Coach! 💛 To recognize and reward the educators who inspire us every day, Coach teamed up again with Soles4Souls to surprise 1,500 teachers with shopping experiences last month as part of Teacher Appreciation Week. They created pop-up shops across four cities in the US, over 160 Coach store team members volunteered to help the teachers ‘shop’ and style various Coach product – all at no cost to them. Following the Chicago event, one educator shared that, “When I arrived, I was overwhelmed by the welcome of the Coach personnel. Their demonstration of gratitude and generosity had me in tears. In my 24 years working as an educator for CPS [Chicago Public Schools], I have never felt so appreciated.” Testaments like these wouldn’t be possible without the incredible people who make up #OurTapestry. Thank you to Coach and the store team volunteers who made the Teacher Appreciation Week events possible! #CoachFoundation #DreamItReal

At Tapestry, we believe in creating the space for employees to speak openly about mental health. In support of #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth, our Employee Business Resource Groups (EBRGs) and wellness groups teamed up throughout May to host several events for our teams to discuss, de-stress, and connect: 🌻 Our Working Parents & Caregivers EBRG hosted a discussion on motherhood and maternal mental health 🖍️ Priority You, our wellness group, created coloring stations to encourage mindfulness and destressing 🗣️ Priority You also hosted a virtual workshop with Headspace, a meditation and mindfulness tool, on handling stress. Did you know that Tapestry offers free subscriptions to Headspace as one of our well-being perks? 💚 On Mental Health Action Date, kate spade new york recorded the 11th episode of The Joy Jar Podcast featuring Social Impact Councilwoman, Sofia Wiley, and kate spade’s Jennifer Lyu and kellie dolzynski 🌈 Our Prouder Together EBRG hosted The Trevor Project's Kevin Wong, the Hetrick-Martin Institute's Salem Vazcones, and licensed clinician Ashley Elliott, Psy.D. (Dr. Vivid) for a discussion on how to be better allies to the transgender and non-binary community 📚 We maxed out registration for our latest Mental Health First Aid Certification on identifying and responding to signs of mental illness and substance abuse Thank you to our EBRGs, wellness groups, and employees for these impactful mental health events! #OurTapestry #MentalHealth #MentalHealthMonth #MentalHealthAwareness 

Tapestry has been named one of Fortune’s Best Workplaces in New York City (NYC)! 👏 As a company with NYC-based roots, we’re extremely proud of this recognition. But the credit goes to our teams around the globe, who work together to create a vibrant, welcoming, and inclusive culture in all our stores and corporate offices. Thank you – you’ve earned this! 🏆   #OurTapestry #BestWorkplaces #GPTWcertified

…that’s a wrap on Dream Day 2024! ✨   For the third year in a row, the Coach Foundation hosted its signature Dream Day conference for Dream It Real scholarship recipients. ⭐Dream It Real is a Coach Foundation program that provides resources to underrepresented and marginalized students around the world, with the goal of helping them overcome obstacles and reach their full potential through higher education ⭐In addition to providing students with the opportunity to hear from Tapestry leaders, participate in workshops, and forge connections with other Gen Z movers and shakers, this year’s Dream Day also celebrated the launch of The Dream It Real x Coachtopia Scholars Program, created in collaboration with Millennium Campus Network (MCN). It’s through our brands and our people that we’re able to make a difference in our local communities, and we’re inspired by the Coach Foundation’s commitment to providing the resources students need to realize and fulfill their dreams. Kudos to all the teams involved on making Dream Day a reality.   #OurTapestry #StretchWhatsPossible #DreamItReal