Whether you’re into fashion or not, you recognize this phenomenal lady and her unique take on fashion.
Iris Apfel recently turned 102.
She’s been a fashion influencer long before we all achieved to become one.
With her giant round spectacles, signature red lipstick and statement necklaces layered over vintage jackets, she leave us expecting the unexpected.
She is the complete antithesis of Coco Chanel’s simplicity.
Although she does have some classic moments. These outfits are classic with an Apfel twist.
She even had a collaborated on a collection for H&M that included everything from brightly coloured brocade shoes to a sea green Jacquard weave appliqué blazer.
To quote Clairee Belcher from Steel Magnolias: The only thing that separates us from the animals is our ability to accessorize.
And accessorize is what Iris Apfel does best.
She’s been quoted as saying “More is More and Less is a Bore.”
In 2005, the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute honored her with an exhibit displaying her decades’ worth of personal style.
She even had her own Barbie!!!
When asked about the difference between style and fashion, she’s always been clear: “Style is something you inherit, I think it’s in your DNA … Style is attitude and comes from within. Fashion comes from without.”
And she truly defines Style.
