I was sad to hear of Iris Apfel’s death on 1 March 2024. However what a wonderfully full life she lived, all 102 years of it!

Many fashion and style consultants are full of praise for this bright, colourful character although I am (perhaps controversially) conflicted. While I love that she remained visible, or became more visible into her senior years, her excess of possessions disturbed me greatly while so many others live without the basic provisions to survive with dignity.

I wrote of Iris nine years ago, after I saw the documentary about her, so I won’t say more here as my previous views still stand. You can read part one here and part two here.

I’d be keen to know what you think of this incredible woman.