'Unique, punchy and vibrant': Remembering Iris Apfel's maximalist fashion sense


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More than 200 items from Iris Apfel’s maximalist collection of art, fashion and statement jewellery were recently put up for auction. Photo composite: The New York Times

“It’s nice to see everyone dressed up as Iris tonight,” said Fern Mallis, the fashion industry stalwart.

She was at Christie’s to introduce the auction of the estate of Iris Apfel, the interior designer who became a later-in-life style icon in the internet age.

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