Iris, the documentary, follows the eccentric and witty character of Iris Apfel and retells her life as a interior designer and fashion icon.
The film feels very raw and real to me. As we follow Apfel through her daily life we get to know of how she and her husband met, how Iris shops from high end to scavenging through market stalls and of her past fashion exhibitions. These exhibitions shown throughout America proved to be extremely popular. Iris claims this was due to them providing fantasy, glamour and a great deal of fun.
It becomes clear during the film that Iris is an extremely well respected woman within the fashion industry. This is due to her skill in interior design, her attendance at many designer shows and events, making guest appearances at stores and securing her own collection with MAC Cosmetics. But more importantly her reputation flows from the way respected figures within the industry talk of and praise Apfel.
I particularly enjoyed parts which allow us an insight into Iris' and her husband's Manhattan apartment, as it is just so beautifully eclectic and eccentric. It was even revealed that several rooms within the apartment are dedicated to Apfel's wardrobe.
Following the film I was shocked to find that Iris is 94 years of age as despite her occasional use of a walking stick, her busy lifestyle and big, bold character does not fit with the stereotypical idea of a 90 year old.
I would definitely recommend watching Iris as it is just such a happy, creative and inspirational film and not only inspirational in the terms of fashion but also inspiring in terms of the way of her way of life.
I shall leave you with one of my favourite quotes given by Iris during the film.
'It is better to be happy than well dressed'.
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