After the Ball

Daughter of Kassell Fashion's founder, a dedicated fashion major who faces sabotage from Elise and her daughters. She resilience, and talent drive her to reclaim her role, eventually disguising herself as 'Nate' to re-enter the company and push for a revival of the brand.

A shoe designer who works next to the button room and quickly forms a supportive bond with Kate. He encourages her to persevere and later helps execute a plan to expose Elise's schemes while nurturing a romantic connection.

Founder and CEO of Kassell Fashion, initially unaffected by the deception until Nate's talents threaten to upend his business. He later fires Elise and stabilizes the company, recognizing Kate's true contributions.

Kate's stepmother who schemes with her daughters to keep Kate out of the limelight and seize control of Kassell Fashion. Her manipulation drives much of the conflict until the truth is exposed.

One of Elise's daughters, complicit in the design theft and plans to undermine Kate. She later becomes part of the deceptive show at the press conference before the truth is revealed.

Elise's other daughter, co-conspirator in the scheme to take credit for designs. She participates in the press conference ruse and learns a hard lesson when the truth comes out.

Kassell's sniveling rival who becomes the target of Elise's schemes and later faces exposure in the confrontation that restores Kassell's standing.

Design assistant who allies with Nate/Kate and Daniel for the plan to reveal Elise's treachery. He contributes to the final reveal and supports the brand's revival.

Kate's godparent who helps orchestrate Kate's re-entry into Kassell as Nate. She provides support and guidance that helps Kate navigate the intrigue.

Kate's godparent who assists in the plan to restore Kassell's standing and works alongside Bella to support Kate's undercover return.

Kate's male alter ego created to re-enter Kassell as a designer. Nate's talent impresses Lee, but the disguise also carries risk of exposure and misinterpretation.