SINGAPORE – A unique species of orchid has been named after New York fashion designer Michael Kors on Monday (Nov 14).

The designer was honoured with a dendrobium orchid genus by Kirk Wagar, the US Ambassador to Singapore, and Serene Tan, a member of the Singapore Tourism Board.

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Michael Kors gets orchid named after him

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Michael Kors

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This is in commemoration of Mr Kors’ trip to Singapore and the opening of his brand’s Mandarin Gallery flagship store.

Past honorees include The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, Elton John, Andrea Bocelli, and Jane Goodall, amongst others.

debwong@sph.com.sg