Obituaries
‘Queen of Lace’ and Special Occasion Pioneer Ursula Rickenbacher Dies
After becoming an American citizen in 1984, Rickenbacher vowed to make all of her products in the U.S.
Fashion Photographer Hiro, Who Excelled in Originality, Dies at 90
The photographer was known for his Surrealism, unexpected lighting, experimentation and bold colors.
Elaine MacNeil, Former L’Oréal USA Executive, Dies at 72
The former general manager of Urban Decay and consultant for L'Oréal Luxe was 72.
Fashion Designer Morton Myles Dies at 92
A familiar face on Seventh Avenue and Fire Island, Myles was known for creating affordable, smart clothing.
Former Chanel Accessories Designer Frances Patiky Stein Dies
The New York-born creative worked for Halston and Calvin Klein before moving on to Chanel.
Australian Designer Carla Zampatti’s State Funeral Held in Sydney
Eleven hundred people packed St. Mary's Cathedral in Sydney on Thursday morning to honor the Australian…
Australian Designer Carla Zampatti to Be Honored With a State Funeral
The veteran Australian designer died in Sydney on April 3, one week after a fall at the opera.
Giancarlo DiTrapano, Founder of Tyrant Books, Lit Magazine, Dies
DiTrapano started a magazine that turned into a small, beloved and respected publisher of mostly unknown…
Former Hearst Photo Director Lynn Murray Was Among Boulder Shooting Victims
The 62-year-old previously worked for Hearst Publications and Condé Nast.
Jessica McClintock, Favored Designer for Proms, Dies at 90
The San Francisco-based designer created a lifestyle brand.
Howard Silver, Purveyor of Luxury and Niche Fabrics, Dies
Silver revived his father's textile business, Jasco Fabrics, becoming a source for nearly every notable…
Longtime Departures Editor Richard David Story Dies at 68
The New York-based editor was an inveterate traveler.
Takeshi Osumi, Designer of Mistergentleman, Dies at 47
The brand shared the news of his Jan. 24 death via a post on Instagram
Fashion Designer Heidi Weisel Dies at 59
The New York designer was known to infuse modernity into her collections.
Fashion Industry Mourns Designer Pierre Cardin
The Space Age couturier passed away at the age of 98 in Paris.