At 97 she signs a contract with a modeling agency: she is the oldest to do so

    At 97 she signs a contract with a modeling agency: she is the oldest to do so

    He has 1,2 million followers on Instagram to his credit. Her name is Iris Apfel and she is an exceptional "model". At 97, she is the oldest to have signed a contract with a famous fashion agency, IMG Models


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    He has 1,2 million followers on Instagram to his credit. Her name is Iris Apfel and she is an exceptional “model”. At 97, she is the oldest to have signed a contract with a famous fashion agency, IMG Models.




    That the world of fashion is changing is now beyond doubt. And it is never too late to start a new adventure, not even on the threshold of 100 years. This is demonstrated by the story of this “grandmother”, told in her book: “Iris Apfel: accidental icon“.

    Not just any. Iris is a business woman, interior designer and tastemaker. Recently, the woman signed a contract with one of the most famous fashion agencies in the world, IMG Models.

    "I'm very excited. I am a do-it-yourself girl. I never expected life to give me this surprise, I was not prepared. It all happened so suddenly and at my tender age, I didn't think about setting up a business and getting involved in all of these things. I thought it was a flash in the pan, that it didn't last. Somehow people found me, they just called me. Tommy Hilfiger said this was not the right way to do it and he put us in touch. I am very enthusiastic and grateful for this " he said.

    Apfel founded her textile company, Old World Weavers, in 1950 with her late husband, Carl. In addition to boasting 9 projects for the White House during her long career, she has also amassed a number of advertising campaigns in recent years for Kate Spade, MAC Cosmetics, Alexis Bittar, HSN and Le Bon Marché.

    But the woman is not interested in the catwalk, she thinks that print, digital and collaborations are probably her future.

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    “How can I compete? It's ridiculous. We will collaborate hopefully, or maybe I will be a spokesperson ".

    For the past eight years, Apfel has worked with Home Shopping Network, where she designs ready-to-wear, jewelry and accessories.

    Ivan Bart, president of IMG Models and IMG Fashion Properties, commented:

    “Iris is an icon of immeasurable talent. She radiates creativity and inspiration about her and we are so excited to explore new and unique opportunities with her, confident that her natural gifts can be shared with the world. At 97, she continues to prove that age is just a number and shouldn't be something she defines you. "


    Other than fashion bloggers… Brava Iris, good luck for your new adventure!


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