The Donna Karan Company, LLC. | 53,804 followers on LinkedIn. Donna Karan is one of the most iconic names in American fashion. In 1984, Karan launched her first collection, merging modern tailoring with sophisticated ease and celebrating the spirit of New York. Since this landmark debut, the house has grown into ready-to-wear, footwear, accessories and select licensed products, expanding with the energetic and city-inspired DKNY brand in 1989.