FASHION’S DARLING NO MORE
The Indian fashion fraternity mourn the loss of Iris Apfel and tip their hats to her legacy
Known for her eclectic wardrobe and zest for life, Iris Apfel died at 102 at her home in Florida’s Palm Beach (USA), on Saturday. The news of the fashion icon’s death was shared by her agent Lori Sale, who shared in her statement, “Iris Apfel was extraordinary. Working alongside her was the honour of a lifetime. I will miss her daily calls, always greeted with the familiar question: ‘What have you got for me today?’ Testament to her insatiable desire to work. She was a visionary in every sense of the word.”
Apfel had a penchant for oversized eyewear and would sport the most ultra-luxe pairs. Her fondness for glasses turned into a style statement, as she would go about picking the most outlandish frames from flea markets. Apfel also loved decking herself in trendy accessories. Her neck and hands were adorned with alluring, eye-catching pieces.
The fashion icon also loved playing with colours and would often express that if there were so many colours to experiment with, why would one just stick to black? We have the Indian fashion fraternity mourning her loss.
A legend and icon, always full Iris showed us of life. I had a that style has chance to dress no age and her in 2017. For nothing is ever someone over a too much! She 100 years old, defined the very she loved a essence of wonderful life ageless glamour and inspired and was an people. She will inspiration to be remembered women all over forever. the world. RAHUL MISHRA, SUNEET VARMA, Designer
She created a unique and powerful style statement that inspired generations of women to make fashion a tool to express themselves. NACHIKET BARVE, Designer
I’ve always been inspired by Iris, especially the way she played with colours. Her layering game was so strong. ISHA BHANSALI, Stylist