Karan, KAR uhn, Donna (1948-...), is a leading American fashion designer who creates clothes primarily for executive businesswomen. Her designs brought a softer femininity to the business wardrobe and a new shaping to traditional tailoring. Karan tries to achieve a total look for her customers, emphasizing accessories such as belts and jewelry. She also designs separates, which are outer garments such as blouses, skirts, and sweaters. She often creates separates to be combined over a bodysuit. Karan designs some clothes for men and children. Her company also produces perfume, and she licenses a number of products over her name, including eyewear, hosiery, and lingerie.