With magnetic charm and timeless elegance, Iris Apfel, a beacon of style and inspiration, bid farewell to this life yesterday at the remarkable age of 102.
A trailblazer for liberated women, she embodied the essence of living authentically, advocating for the pursuit of one’s own unique path with unwavering confidence. Her legacy resonates with the message of embracing individuality, not letting the opinions of others affect you, and reveling in the joy of living life to the fullest, regardless of age and societal expectations.
Known for her vibrant colors and extravagant fabrics, she was a true alternative style fashion diva, reigning as the queen of her own realms with effortless shine and flair.
A few master quotes of Iris Apfel:
“You don’t have to be an artist to be a creator, because creativity comes in a lot of forms, like cooking or keeping a house or dressing well. What you need is imagination, to make things up for yourself.”
“Whatever happened to the cultivation of the inner self? It’s painful and it’s work, but it always pays off.”
“I never expect anything. I just feel things in my gut and I do them. If something sounds exciting and interesting, I do it—and then I worry about it later. Doing new things takes a lot of energy and strength. It’s very tiring to make things happen, to learn how to master a skill, to push fears aside. Most people would rather just go with the flow; it’s much easier. But it’s not very interesting.”
“You don’t have to look like an old fuddy-duddy, but I believe it was Chanel who said, ‘Nothing makes a woman look so old as trying desperately hard to look young’. I think you can be attractive at any age. I think trying to look like a spring chicken when you’re not makes you look ridiculous.”
“I don’t see anything so wrong with a wrinkle, it’s kind of a badge of courage”
“You only have one trip, and the present is all you’ve got. The past isn’t coming back, and the future isn’t here yet! So live each day as though it were your last. And one day you’ll be right.”
So long, Iris Apfel 
You have been and remain a huge inspiration.
Your legacy lives on.
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