Amy Hall, the powerhouse designer behind amykathryn, comes by her exquisite taste and undeniable talent naturally - both her mother and grandmother were successful designers, albeit of five-star hotels and palatial homes.

After opening an Arizona gallery in 1999, specializing in museum-quality furniture and art, Amy turned her attention to her natural affinity for fine Italian fabrics, particularly in accessories.

In 2002, amykathryn handbags came into being. Celebrities took notice, and the product line took off. Keeping up with demand became a challenge: Luckily Amy Hall was more than up to it!

Amy stands out not only for her incredible designs (which are all animal-friendly), but also because of her altruistic nature: amykathryn designs contributes to several different charities, including The Grammy's MusiCares Foundation and The Diabetes Research Foundation.