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Iris Apfel: the collection of the New York fashion and interior design icon up for auction at Christie's

“Unapologetically Iris: The Collection of Iris Apfel” is Christie’s online auction celebrating one of America’s most iconic style creators. The online sale, which showcases Ms. Apfel’s legendary talent for fashion, accessories and interior design, will be open for bidding from January 28 to February 13

Iris Apfel: the collection of the New York fashion and interior design icon up for auction at Christie's

La sale is a rare opportunity for fashion enthusiasts, offering a wide range of absolutely unique clothing and accessories that span the eras, including ready-to-wear and couture pieces from the 50s to today.

For nearly half a century, Ms. Apfel was beloved for her bold aesthetic, known for seamlessly combining colors, textures, and patterns in new ways, redefining traditional notions of fashion and design. She was undeniably a trendsetter, instantly recognizable by her oversized oval glasses, blue eyeshadow, feather boas, and chunky bangle-adorned arms.

Bracelets by Iris Apfel

His originality was unmatched, with a distinctive style characterized by an eclectic mix of high and low fashion, harmoniously blending couture with flea market finds. The auction features over 200 pieces of fashion, accessories and designs from Mrs. Apfel's collection, showcasing the bright and bold personal style of a New York City icon.

Between fashion, design and a mix of eclecticism

Fashion by Iris Apfel

Highlights include a Dior Haute Couture feather coat, (est. $800-1.200), a Carolina Herrera pink, red and yellow color-block shirt, (est. $800-1.200), and a case of eighteen multi-colored and patterned Iris Apfel X Zenni eyeglass frames (est. $400-600).

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Iris Apfel – Photo Credit Ruven Afanador
Iris Apfel – Photo Credit Ruven Afanador

An illustrious collector and expert in antique fabrics, Mrs. Apfel began her career as a decorator and during her life was consultant in prestigious restoration projects, even to the White House. With her husband, Carl, she co-founded Old World Weavers, an internationally renowned textile company. In addition to her contributions to fashion, the sale will also honor Ms. Apfel’s passion for interior design, featuring decorative art and objects from her homes in New York City and Palm Beach. Up for sale is a carved ostrich-shaped “Gussy” bar, Italy, circa 1975 (est. $6.000-8.000).

Highlights of the collection will be on display in Florida at Christie's Miami from January 23 to 25 and in Palm Beach, at The Colony Hotel from January 29 to 31. The complete collection will be on display at Christie's New York from February 8 to 13.

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