Tory Burch is an American fashion designer business woman and who has won several fashion awards for her designs. She was born, raised, and educated in the Philadelphia area. She began a fashion label, "TRB by Tory Burch"—later known as "Tory Burch", in February 2004. As of January 2013, the company had grown to 83 Tory Burch stores worldwide. Her line is carried at department and specialty stores worldwide.