Iris Apfel
Muse & Businesswoman
Renowned for her colourful, eclectic taste, the interior designer and businesswoman is also one of the world's oldest models.
1950 - 1982
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What is The BoF 500?
The people shaping the global fashion industry, curated by the editors of The Business of Fashion, based on nominations and on-the-ground intelligence from around the world.
ExploreIris Apfel, New York Style Icon, Has Died at 102
The interior designer and fashion tastemaker found fame as an octogenarian.
Uniqlo Ad Sparks Protest as South Korea-Japan Dispute Flares
The company's sales take a hit in South Korea amid an existing, wide-ranging boycott.
A New Game Could Be Fashion’s Farmville. Will People Pay to Play?
Former Harpers Bazaar UK Editor-in-Chief Lucy Yeomans is behind Drest, a new fashion styling game. She's betting access to Farfetch's selection and sponsored challenges from Gucci will convince users to pay for virtual goods.
A New Game Could Be Fashion’s Farmville. Will People Pay to Play?
Former Harpers Bazaar UK Editor-in-Chief Lucy Yeomans is behind Drest, a new fashion styling game. She's betting access to Farfetch's selection and sponsored challenges from Gucci will convince users to pay for virtual goods.
Searching for Heroes at Dries Van Noten
The collection felt a little over-familiar — a statement that was strong without being particularly bold, minus the arcana that has always been his special spice.
Rebooting Escada for a New Era
Tim Blanks gets a first look inside the reinvention of the former colossus ahead of its New York Fashion Week debut, designed by Niall Sloan and brought to life by a dream team of Pat McGrath, Guido Palau, Jacob K, Frederic Sanchez and Stefan Beckman.
Canada's Fashion Community Celebrates Homegrown Talent
The Canadian Arts & Fashion Awards — which honoured Iris Apfel, Erdem and BoF’s Imran Amed, among others — draws international attention to Canadian fashion visionaries working at home and abroad. But the organisation has bigger ambitions.
Canada's Fashion Community Celebrates Homegrown Talent
The Canadian Arts & Fashion Awards — which honoured Iris Apfel, Erdem and BoF’s Imran Amed, among others — draws international attention to Canadian fashion visionaries working at home and abroad. But the organisation has bigger ambitions.
10 Trends That Will Define the Fashion Agenda in 2017
In the new year, new patterns will shape the global fashion industry, from a resurgent China to a ‘wellness dividend,’ reveals BoF and McKinsey & Company's in-depth report, The State of Fashion 2017.
"Fashion Rules are Stupid": Iris Apfel Talks Mixing it Up
"The nonagenarian style icon shares her thoughts on individuality and the story behind her signature specs."
7 Lessons For Retail in the Age of E-Commerce
Rachel Shechtman, the founder and chief executive of the Manhattan-based concept store Story, shares seven key lessons for ensuring success in brick-and-mortar retail.
The Creative Class | Robbie Spencer, Fashion Director
Miuccia Prada loves his work but his grandmother doesn’t understand what he does. BoF sat down with Robbie Spencer, stylist and newly appointed fashion director at Dazed & Confused, to discuss his personal and professional journey.
The Creative Class | Robbie Spencer, Fashion Director
Miuccia Prada loves his work but his grandmother doesn’t understand what he does. BoF sat down with Robbie Spencer, stylist and newly appointed fashion director at Dazed & Confused, to discuss his personal and professional journey.