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Iris Apfel Biography and Wiki
Iris Apfel is an American businesswoman, interior designer, and fashion icon. She was born in Astoria, Queens, New York on August 29, 1921. She was an only child and was raised on a farm by her parents and grandparents.
Iris Apfel Age
Apfel is 99 years old as of 2020, he was born on August 29, 1921, Astoria, Queens, New York, U.S. She celebrates her birthday on 29 August every year. Apfel will be turning 100 years old as of August 29, 2021.
Iris Apfel Height and Weight
Apfel stands at an average height and has moderate weight. She appears to be quite tall in stature if her photos, relative to her surroundings, are anything to go by. However, details regarding her actual height and other body measurements are currently not publicly available. We are keeping tabs and will update this information once it is out.
Iris Apfel Family
Iris is the daughter of Samuel Barrel, father, and Sadye Barrel, mother.
Iris Apfel Husband
Iris was married to the late Carl Apfel. The couple tied their knot in 1948 until 2015 when Carl died. He was a textile veteran. She met Carl Apfel while staying at a resort on Lake George in upstate New York, “Our first date was Columbus Day,” Apfel said. “Thanksgiving, Carl proposed. Christmas I got blinged. Washington’s birthday, we were married.”
They married on February 22, 1948, “I never wanted a wedding; I wanted to elope,” Apfel admitted in her documentary, as she flipped through an album of old wedding photos, lingering on a picture of her and Carl dancing. “I said I’d rather have the money, but the parents and the grandparents wanted the wedding … It was a fairly small wedding—I think 125 people—but very posh.”
Iris Apfel Children
Iris does not have any kids, she says it’s by choice that she decided to concentrate on her career instead.
Iris Apfel Net Worth
Apfel has an estimated net worth of $25 million dollars as of 2020. This includes her assets, money, and income. Her primary source of income is her career as a Businesswoman. Through her various sources of income, Apfel has been able to accumulate a good fortune but prefers to lead a modest lifestyle.
Iris Apfel Measurements and Facts
Here are some interesting facts and body measurements you should know about Iris Apfel.
Iris Apfel Bio and Wiki
Full Names: Iris Apfel Popular As: Iris Apfel Gender: Female Occupation / Profession: Businesswoman Nationality: American Race / Ethnicity: Not Available Religion: Not Known Sexual Orientation: Straight
Iris Apfel Birthday
Age / How Old?: 99years(2020) Zodiac Sign: Virgo Date of Birth: August 29, 1921 Birthday: Astoria, Queens, New York, U.S.
Iris Apfel Body Measurements
Body Measurements: Not Available Height / How Tall?: Not Known Weight: Not Known Eye Color: Not Available Hair Color: Not Available Shoe Size: Not Available Dress Size: Not Available Breast Size: Not Available Waist Size: Not Available Hip Size: Not Available
Iris Apfel Family and Relationship
Father (Dad): Samuel Barrel Mother: Sadye Barrel, Siblings (Brothers and Sisters): Not Known Marital Status: Married Husband/Spouse: Married to Carl Apfel Children: To be updated
Iris Apfel Networth and Salary
Net Worth: $25 million Salary: Under Review Source of Income: Businesswoman, Interior designer, Fashion Icon
Iris Apfel House and Cars
Place of living: To be Updated Cars: Car Brand to be Updated
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Iris Apfel
As a young woman, Apfel worked for Women’s Wear Daily and for interior designer Elinor Johnson. She also was an assistant to illustrator Robert Goodman.
On Feb 22, 1948, she married Carl Apfel (born Aug 4, 1914 – died Aug 1, 2015). Two years later, they launched the textile firm Old World Weavers and ran it until they retired in 1992. From 1950 to 1992, Apfel took part in several design restoration projects, including work at the White House for nine presidents: Truman, Eisenhower, Kennedy, Johnson, Nixon, Ford, Carter, Reagan, and Clinton.
Through their business, the couple began traveling all over the world where she began buying pieces of non-Western, artisanal clothes. She wore these clothes to clients’ high-society parties.
In 2011, Iris became a visiting professor at The University of Texas at Austin in its Division of Textiles and Apparel.
In 2016, she performed in a television commercial for the French car DS 3, and was the face of Australian brand Blue Illusion. In March 2016, Apfel announced a collaboration with technology startup WiseWear on an upcoming line of Smart Jewelry. In 2018 she published a book entitled Iris Apfel: Accidental Icon.
In 2019, at the age of 97, she signed a modeling contract with global agency IMG.
Frequently Asked Questions About Iris Apfel
Who is Iris Apfel?
Apfel is an American businesswoman, interior designer, and fashion icon. She was born in Astoria, Queens, New York on August 29, 1921. She was an only child and was raised on a farm by her parents and grandparents.
How old is Iris Apfel?
Apfel is 99 years old as of 2020, he was born on August 29, 1921, Astoria, Queens, New York, U.S. She celebrates her birthday on 29 August every year. Apfel will be turning 100 years old as of August 29, 2021.
How tall is Iris Apfel?
Apfel stands at an average height and has moderate weight. She appears to be quite tall in stature if her photos, relative to her surroundings, are anything to go by. However, details regarding her actual height and other body measurements are currently not publicly available. We are keeping tabs and will update this information once it is out.
Is Iris Apfel married?
Iris was married to the late Carl Apfel. The couple tied their knot in 1948 until 2015 when Carl died. He was a textile veteran. She met Carl Apfel while staying at a resort on Lake George in upstate New York, “Our first date was Columbus Day,” Apfel said.
How much is Iris’s worth?
Apfel has an estimated net worth of $25 million dollars as of 2020. This includes her assets, money, and income. Her primary source of income is her career as a Businesswoman. Through her various sources of income, Apfel has been able to accumulate a good fortune but prefers to lead a modest lifestyle.
Where does Apfel live?
Because of security reasons, Apfel has not shared her precise location of residence. We will immediately update this information if we get the location and images of her house.
Is Apfel dead or alive?
Apfel is alive and in good health. There have been no reports of her being sick or having any health-related issues.
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