Kate’s husband, Andy Spade,issued a statement to E!
Newsafter her death, explaining that, “Kate suffered from depression and anxiety for many years.
Andy added that “[t]here was no indication and no warning that she would do this.
It was a complete shock.”
While the intent to harm may not have been there, Ulta did learn how important word choice is.
The company went on to apologize to Kate Spade New York, its affiliates, and the Spade family.
“Simply put,” the company added, “this is below our standards.”
