Karan credits her feminine instincts for the success of the company she founded, Donno Karan International. Karan's concept is based on seven easy pieces, where a handful of interchangeable items work together to create an entire wardrobe that goes from day to evening, weekday to weekend, season to season. Speaking in a multi–cultural language of fashion, Karan is inspired by the life and innate style of the artist. Quintessential hallmarks include black cashmere, leather, stretch and molded fabrics, often developed by Karan, as well as silhouettes that wrap and sculpt the body. For Karan, it's never been just about clothes; it's about lifestyles. She sees the entire picture from head-to-toe, from function to aesthetic.