Katie Holmes Named New Face of Ann Taylor

In a statement on their website, Ann Taylor announced that Katie Holmes would be the new face of their brand starting with ads in March 2011.  Holmes says, "I've been a fan of Ann Taylor since I was a young girl. I grew up loving the clothes...and am really excited to be the face of Ann Taylor for the Spring season. I am thrilled to be part of a brand I believe in." 

In response, Christine Beauchamp, President of Ann Taylor Stores, says, "We are thrilled to have Katie as the face of Ann Taylor. Katie personifies the Ann Taylor brand -- smart, talented, incredibly chic, and living a full life with beauty and grace. We admire and respect Katie for her intellect, kindness and enduring personal style."

Read the original article, and see the first image of Katie Holmes for Ann Taylor, shot by Tom Munro on People.com.

Holmes was most recently seen on stage in the revival of ALL MY SONS.

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