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Iris Apfel: Fashion Icon
Ms. Apfel Departed this world on March 1, 2024, at the age of 102
Iris Apfel
Heaven just received a stylish upgrade. Iris Apfel, a culture and fashion icon, passed away at 102. Apfel was known in many circles in New York City’s elite, but she remained down to earth and humble as her name grew beyond the Big Apple.
Ms. Apfel became an influencer on social media. She was a model during her 90s and developed a line of eyeglasses based on her trademark lenses. Apfel was known for her fashionable attire — oversized coats, statement necklaces, and many rings. That was Apfel’s signature look. She brought her signature to every place she went.
Here is a list of Apfel’s contributions to American fashion:
- Iris Apfel, a textile expert, interior designer, and fashion celebrity known for her eccentric style, has died. She was 102.
Her death was confirmed by her commercial agent, Lori Sale, who called Apfel “extraordinary.” No cause of death was given. It was also announced on her verified Instagram page on Friday, which a day earlier had celebrated that Leap Day represented her 102nd-and-a-half birthday.
Born Aug. 29, 1921, Apfel was famous for her irreverent, eye-catching outfits, mixing haute couture and oversized…
