Growing up in Queens, New York, little Iris was the only child at family events. Her grandmother would open a giant bag of fabric, filled with every color and pattern, and let her play with fabric scraps. This inspired a lifelong love of fashion. She and her husband ran a textile business that even worked for nine presidents! And Iris became famous for her eclectic style, built around oversized glasses, bright colors, and bold jewelry — becoming the subject of an exhibit at the Metropolitan Museum of Art when she was just 84 years young.
In this inspiring tribute to a woman who took pride in her unique look from the Little People, BIG DREAMS series, kids will learn about how Apfel developed her distinctive style and how her business changed the design world. With stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, it's the perfect book to encourage every kid who loves a little color and flash!
Recommended Age | 5 - 8 |
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Author | Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara |
Illustrator | Kristen Barnhart |
ISBN | 0711259003 |
Publication Date | Aug 3, 2021 |
Publisher | Frances Lincoln Children's Books |
Series Name | Little People, BIG DREAMS |
Language | English |