Obituaries
The Design Community Honors Giorgio Armani’s Legacy
A pioneer in the world of fashion, he was equally respected for his interiors and lifestyle vision, channeled…
Former WWD Editor in Chief Michael Coady Dies at 86
"Exhilarating and terrifying" to work for, the straight-shooting newsman was wise, competitive and…
Sharon Chuter, Uoma Beauty Founder, Dead at 38
Chuter was the founder of inclusive beauty brand Uoma Beauty, as well as Pull Up for Change, an organization…
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Lillian Hirshleifer, a Guiding Force in Fashion, Dies at 97
The stylish Hirshleifer and her husband Paul created an emporium for European and American designer clothing.
Funeral Held for 33-year-old Designer Found at Montauk Yacht Club
Friends and relatives of Martha Nolan O'Slatarra attended a service Wednesday morning in Ireland.
Kimara Ahnert, Makeup Artist and Entrepreneur, Dies at 56
The cause of death was ovarian cancer.
Fashion Designer Found Dead on a Boat in Montauk Was Close to Divorce
The Aug. 5 death of the 33-year-old Irish-born fashion designer has caused intrigue among some and…
Designer’s Death in the Hamptons Under Investigation
Martha Nolan O'Slatarra, 33, was found unresponsive on a boat docked at the Montauk Yacht Club.
Barbie Fashion Designers Killed in Car Accident in Italy
Magia2000's fashion designer Mario Paglino and the graphic art director Gianni Grossi were reportedly killed…
Designer for Hillary Clinton and Fashion School Founder Jamileh Kamran Dies at 72
Born in Iran, Kamran moved to the U.S. with her toddler daughter in 1978.
Fashion Designer Charlene Hyman Dies at 68
The Baltimore-based designer specialized in custom looks for Patti LaBelle and other clients.
Fashion Publicist Sandra Graham to Be Remembered at Memorial Service
The New York City publicist was a forerunner in celebrity dressing for red-carpet appearances.
Samantha Cutler, Founder of Kids and Tweens Beauty Brand Petite ‘N Pretty, Dies at 42
Cutler was an industry veteran who had held positions at MAC Cosmetics, Stila Cosmetics and Smashbox prior to…
Italian Sculptor Arnaldo Pomodoro Dead at 98
Pomodoro was perhaps best known for his dramatic public installations before the United Nations Plaza in New…
Slain ‘Project Runway’ Star’s Friends Plan Public Tribute, Finish Bride’s Wedding Dress
"Afa" Ah Loo, a former contestant on "Project Runway" was fatally shot during a "No Kings" march in Salt Lake…