The handle gets hot! I had to buy a silicone sleeve to leave on it. Then, the screws holding the handle rusted from the inside. So the handle rusted off. Such a shame because such a cute kettle.

Just as pictured! It's very cute. I recently renovated my kitchen and needed something to go with my grey tile and black stainless appliances and this looks very sharp. I don't drink tea so I can't comment on anything related to boiling water, but it looks really nice.

Beautiful tea kettle. Excellent quality, sturdy, exactly as pictured and what I expect from Kate Spade. What I did not expect was to find a flaw. Tiny flaw in the paint, hardly noticeable, not worth exchanging, but a disappointment nevertheless. From Kate Spade I expect absolute perfection.

This stylish kettle is not only functional but aesthetically pleasing. Please note...some reviews are misleading. Yes, the handle will be hot if you touch after the whistle blows however, if you give it a couple of minutes - not only will the water still be hot...it will be the perfect temperature - and you will be able to touch the handle.