The fashion legend Iris Apfel, who was well-known for her eccentric ensembles and one-of-a-kind styles, has passed away.
Based on the statements made by her representatives, the fashion diva passed away on Friday at her residence in Palm Beach, Florida. There has been no official announcement on the cause of passing; nevertheless, it is presumed that she passed away due to natural causes associated with old age.
Iris, a socialite from New York, became a fashion hero in her 80s and 90s, and she jokingly referred to herself as a “geriatric starlet.” Iris would wear a variety of different styles, including boho fashions, vintage hippy-inspired looks, haute couture, and incredibly vivid hues. Her style was a combination of several types.
Irish was a well-known figure in the fashion industry, and she often attended high-profile events, where she frequently mingled with celebrities while wearing her signature round spectacles. Additionally, she was constantly there and always current, and she is regarded as one of the ladies who has been shot the most in the history of fashion.
At one point in her life, Iris became a social media celebrity in addition to being a professor, a brand ambassador, an interior designer, and a textile expert. She was a jack of all crafts. She was also highly accomplished, having worked on the restoration of the White House for nine different presidents over the course of her career, which means that she had put in a lot of effort.
Just recently, Iris celebrated her most recent birthday, which made her a few of years older than the 100-year milestone. She had a long and fruitful life filled with many experiences.
In his tribute to Iris, Tommy Hilfiger has described her as “a world-famous fashion icon because of her incredible talent not only as an artist, but as an influencer.”
Hilfiger continues by saying, “She has had an incredible impact on a great number of people with her enormous heart and her magical touch with everyone she comes in contact with.” Throughout the annals of history, she will be remembered as a pioneer and a pioneering figure in the fields of fashion, textiles, and innovation!
