Iām a great believer in common sense, and the older I get I see that common sense is not that common
Iris ApfelSociety should emphasize personality. Accomplishment. Interest. Intelligent things. I think everybody should look as good as possible too.
Iris ApfelI don't happen to like pretty things. I don't like pretty dresses. I like more attractive. I like people that look a little bit more offbeat. I don't like the classic pretty face. That doesn't mean it's not pretty or it's not wonderful, and most people don't agree with me, but that's the way I think.
Iris ApfelI think dressing up or down should be a creative experience. Exciting. Fun. For me the key to personal style lies in accessories. I love objects from different worlds, different eras, combined my way. Never uptight, achieving - hopefully - a kind of throwaway chic
Iris Apfel