Fashion icon Iris Apfel dies at 102

Iris Apfel called herself a “geriatric starlet” as she was in her 80s when she reached celebrity status in the fashion world.
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[@jartober]

Everyone could learn so much from her... she didn't care what anyone thought and was a real Golden Girl! Born right before Bea and Betty, actually!

[@BlackcatTarot]

She was such a powerful and influential lady!!!

[@californianews24]

The news of Iris Apfel's passing is truly touching. At 102, she leaves behind a legacy that's as vibrant and unique as her personal style. Iris was more than just a fashion icon; she was a testament to the joy of living life colorfully and with authenticity. Her fearless approach to fashion, blending high-end and everyday pieces with her signature flair, has inspired countless individuals to embrace their individuality. Iris's spirit and her message that personal style is about self-expression and joy, not age or spending power, will undoubtedly continue to influence and empower future generations. Her legacy is a reminder to us all to live boldly and with authenticity. May her memory continue to inspire and bring joy to the world of fashion and beyond.

[@FrannFranklin]

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[@FrannFranklin]

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[@FrannFranklin]

I ❤ her and I have NO 😢... for SHE gave the world HER STYLE...FLARE and 🔥 🔥 🔥! R.I.P. P.... QUEEN OF FASHION

[@africanbella28]

Well said!!! I loved her sense of style and I don’t care how old she was💕

[@californianews24]

Iris Apfel's passing at 102 years old marks the end of an era for the fashion world. Her fearless approach to style, blending high fashion with eclectic, vintage finds, inspired so many to embrace their uniqueness and experiment with their personal style. Iris showed us that age is just a number when it comes to creativity and self-expression. Her legacy will undoubtedly continue to influence and empower future generations of fashion enthusiasts. Let's remember her for the vibrant and spirited icon she was, always encouraging us to be bold, be different, and most importantly, be ourselves. Her impact on fashion and the way we see personal style will forever be cherished.

[@noellawson41]

Calm down. She didn't reinvent the wheel. She was a rich woman with too much money and a tacky style of fashion. Throwing on bold colours does not make you an inspiration, nor does it empower anyone. If that were the case, you could make an argument that half of San Francisco is an inspiration.

[@86GT11]

She died with style.

[@Crazy-Clown-In-Town]

Nothing would matter anymore if we died. We will all be forgotten someday. Nothing is eternal in this world.

[@audraarndt1824]

What a great, cool person! 😢😢❤❤

[@larsonfamilyhouse]

Awwww I love her. Rest in Peace beautiful soul 🥰

[@darrylskylar8757]

Rest In Heavenly Peace🙏🤍🕊🙏♥️

[@maestoso47]

She was blessed with a great and long life and it was probably due to her spirit and cheerfulness.

[@Crazy-Clown-In-Town]

Nope. It was her money that kept her live longer and healthy than regular folks.

[@sonyadrake7843]

👑 Apfel may you Rest Peacefully in your Original Style of High Fashion! 🕊️🌹🌷🌻🍀

[@faeellsworth3714]

Love love love her

[@sebigrell]

An apfel a day really does keep the doctor away

[@MyNewEra2012]

😂👍

[@sonyadrake7843]

Your Comment 🌟

[@tyup-nk1fq]

It’s funny because apfel is actually German for apple.

[@shankarbalakrishnan2360]

U left at the last minute sad comeback rejuvenated❤❤🎉🎉thks

[@lisajohnson9876]

❤❤❤❤loved get old but don't get boring!!

[@creationsbyonofre395]

An amazing person.

[@JT-yl7lk]

Edna Mod❤

[@user-mu3xk7ie2t]

🕊

[@mariabonita6383]

She was the best fashionable woman ❤

[@antjetautkus5506]

Gone to soon ...........a icon missing Rest in colour ..... 2024 Great to get your video show ❤

[@jeremyc6407]

Cool Lady

[@fuffoon]

She loooks like Claudine from Aubel.

[@letmewatch7058]

So Sad

[@cheryldodd-marko9787]

🕊🇺🇲💕

[@heitorpr14]

Ur a fan of her?

[@heitorpr14]

Wut US state did u live,im just a man from 🇧🇷

[@mr.originaloneniceguy]

Thanks For Making Us Smile!

[@Jazzfestn]

When was she an "icon"? During the Civil War?!

[@yogaqueen1527]

I knew she was going to die soon. As soon as she hit 100. I knew she would die soon after. We don't live forever.

[@DJFLIPNO]

That's so one sided brain of you lol Some people can live more than a 100 years...

[@yogaqueen1527]

@@DJFLIPNO be real with yourself. Even if they live to be over 100 the end is nearing soon. Common sense

[@DJFLIPNO]

@@yogaqueen1527 life expectancy got nothing to do with common sense...a doctor told a lady she only have 7 months to live for example then the lady live for another 10 years what common sense? Get your statement from real experience you might find true common sense lol you're a one sided brain person evidently.

[@drumtwo4seven]

im sorry but that just looks ridiculous

[@S_lay220]

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[@jessesalinas8534]

What looks ridiculous?

[@SteveSabbai]

Bad taste is "fashionable"?

[@longjonsilvers802]

Who?

[@jessesalinas8534]

Someone more important than you will ever be...Thats who.

[@longjonsilvers802]

@@jessesalinas8534 oooooooookay 🤣🤣