Brilio.net - Sad news comes from the world of American fashion designers around. Their fashion designer legend, Iris Apfel, died at the age of 102 on Friday (1/3). Of course, this is a big loss in the world of fashion considering that Apfel had a big contribution in that field.
This woman who proclaims herself to be a "geriatric starlet" has devoted herself to the world of the textile industry for many years. It was only after that that he achieved fame at the age of eighty. Afpel is widely known for his unique and eccentric design sense.
His figure is increasingly easy to recognize through his distinctive appearance. This woman, born in 1921, often wears large glasses with thick layers of jewelry. Apart from that, he often wears colorful clothes. His haircut is always short and full white.
Iris Apfel has died
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Reporting from independent.co.uk, this sad news was confirmed through his commercial agent, Lori Sale. However, until now it is not known what caused Apfel's death. He died at his home in Palm Beach, Florida, United States.
This sad news also emerged via Apfel's own official Instagram post on Friday. The previous post shared moments celebrating his 102nd birthday . Many fans expressed their condolences regarding this sad news.
Iris Apfel's career journey
Iris Apfel has died
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Quoted from the sun.com, Apfel's career began when she was a copywriter for Women's Wear Daily while also working as an interior designer. In 1948, she chose to marry a man named Carl. They were both involved in the textile company, Old World Weavers. The two of them ran the business until they retired in 1992.
It is known that Apfel and her husband regularly travel to Europe twice a year. This is of course with the aim of getting fabric that is not sold in the United States. Considering he wanted to get good quality fabric for his textile business.
Throughout his career, Apfel often received projects from the White House. The legendary designer claims to have received contracts from nine United States presidents. Including, Harry S. Truman, John F. Kennedy, Richard Nixon, Jimmy Carter, and also Bill Clinton.
His work in the world of fashion is no longer random. At exactly one century old, he celebrated his birthday by collaborating with H&M for a special collection. The collection was only released on April 14 2022. Sure enough, just as it was launched, several pieces immediately sold out at prices between $30 and $400. If converted into today's exchange rate, the money amounts to around IDR 480 thousand to IDR 6.3 million.
Fit at 100 years old
Iris Apfel has died
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Besides having an interesting fashion sense, she also has an iconic view on aging. In an interview in 2017, the star revealed what he thinks has brought him to this age.
Afpel said that throughout his life he had never consumed fast food. He considers that to be the first rule he must adhere to regarding his health. Because fast food tends to be unhealthy.
"I always eat well, I never eat junk food" was the first rule he expressed in an interview with the publication The New Potato.
Apart from that, Afpel actually admits that he doesn't do heavy exercise. Another key to his long life is that he never drinks fizzy drinks. Because such drinks are very likely to trigger diabetes.
Through CEO Magazine he also revealed that his love of work was a cure for his aging. He was too happy with the various activities he was doing. So Afpel once said that he really wanted to stay alive.
"I worked very hard. I thought hard work was my medicine, my savior," he said.
Iris Apfel's passing certainly leaves deep sorrow for her family and all her fans. During his life, Afpel has spread many positive things about the spirit of life. Evidence of these good habits has become a lesson for many people about the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle.