We've lost a true icon of fashion and a visionary designer. Antony Price, the man behind iconic looks for David Bowie, Duran Duran, and even Queen Camilla, has passed away at the age of 80.
Price's unique style, characterized by sculptured silhouettes and theatrical flair, left an indelible mark on the fashion industry. His pastel suits, immortalized in Duran Duran's music video for 'Rio', are just one example of his genius.
The band paid tribute to Price on social media, describing him as a "visionary" and a dear friend. But here's where it gets controversial: Price's death comes shortly after he unveiled his latest collection, a collaboration with singer Lily Allen, which drew inspiration from Princess Diana's iconic 'revenge dress'.
Born in Yorkshire in 1945, Price's journey to fashion stardom began in London in the swinging '60s. After graduating from the Royal College of Art, he quickly made a name for himself in menswear, designing the iconic buttoned trousers worn by Sir Mick Jagger during The Rolling Stones' Gimme Shelter tour.
In 1979, Price launched his own label and staged his first fashion show the following year. His signature blend of menswear and womenswear, coupled with his technical prowess in creating body-hugging looks, earned him the reputation of a "true original", as described by the British Fashion Council.
Price's collaboration with David Bowie is particularly noteworthy. He designed the iconic jacket Bowie wore in the music video for 'As The World Falls Down' in 1986. And this is the part most people miss: Price also designed ensembles for Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, in the 1990s, further cementing his place in fashion history.
After a remarkable career spanning over five decades, Price's final show in London last month, in collaboration with 16Arlington, marked a fitting end to an extraordinary journey.
So, what do you think? Was Antony Price a fashion icon ahead of his time? Or did he simply capture the essence of his era? Let's discuss in the comments and celebrate the life and legacy of this remarkable designer.
