Fun
Iris
Dear Ann,
I was delighted to have my Netflix overlords recommend to me Albert Maysles’s 2014 documentary about then-93-year-old Iris Apfel. It’s the perfect pairing of filmmaker and subject, a total delight.
Some bonuses: you will think about your own style, and conclude that no, you are not an embarrassment to the kids because you occasionally wear an odd-shaped hunk of costume jewelry, and no, your closet is not too overstuffed with clothing from your shoulder-padded glory days, because Iris has you beat on both fronts. There is no contest.
She’s 96 now, and inspiring as ever. The internet abounds with her bon mots.
Enjoy!
Love,
Kay
I saw some of the trailers abiut Iris Apfel, totally enjoyable! I must have seen her before, because the huge eyeglass frames are ringing a bell. I appreciate her unique style and the fact that she is being true to herself. It makes me wish I had a more studied style of my own, because with dressing, I just try to get by.
This woman’s zest for life is a wonderful example of knowing yourself, what brings you alive, and then following through. She seizes the day and makes the most of each moment.
I wouldn’t worry about it. A sense of style is not the most important thing to have. And actually not having a studied style of your own is actually your own style, so you have one anyway!
So great. I need to make a list and reactivate my Netflix membership, as there have been so many interesting suggestions lately. Thanks for this recommendation, especially.
One of my favorite documentaries and style icons. I love Iris’ sense of pattern play and color. Watching her shop was my favorite part!
This is one of my favorite movies. She is incredible.
This is a fantastic film; I saw it in the theatre and recommend it highly. Iris is inspirational in how she chooses to dress, and the scenes of her shopping are fantastic.
Probably more accurate to say you are an embarrassment to your children but you decided not to care.
Thank you for reminding me about this! I first learned about Iris from the Advanced Style blog. (To which you probably also directed me.) I love her, and also agree with you that “it’s the perfect pairing of filmmaker and subject.”
I saw the documentary when it first came out. I wanna be Iris when I grow up! Short of that, I’d love her in my knitting group.