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Iris Apfel: Colorful: A Treasure Trove of Inspiration, Influences, and Ideas

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Fashion icon Iris Apfel shares her philosophy for living, unique perspective on design, and the key moments that shaped her life, along with 300 photographs from her personal collection in a beautifully produced legacy book, featuring a bespoke ribbon marker, edges sprayed with a vibrant pink ink, and a debossed, high-gloss cover.

With more than 300 personal photos and adorned with beautiful, unseen fabric patterns from Iris’s Old World Weaver’s collection, Iris Apfel: Colorful has her incredible energy radiating from every page. Here she shares her creative work, life stories, adventures, and unwavering belief in the essential power of color and creativity on a life well lived.

In the summer of 2023, as Iris Apfel welcomed her 102nd birthday, she put pen to paper to write this very special project, which Iris called her legacy book.

“This is not a book of secrets—I have no secrets. Sorry to disappoint if that’s what you’re looking for. I have some good stories, though. And a few ideas. This book is about living, creating, and color. Because creativity and color matter. I don’t want you to dress like me or think like me—that’s not the idea of this book. I want you to find the colors, confidence, and creative inspiration that reflect you. My life has been filled with love, wonder, and a very deep, incurable curiosity. This book is my treasure trove of inspiration, influences, and ideas: My source. Be brave. Find your source. What makes you happy? —Much love, Iris x”

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Editorial Reviews

Review

“It has been an honor to know and to learn from Iris.”―Ruvén Afanador

“A force of nature.”―Tommy Hilfiger

“One of the industry’s oldest tastemakers”
―Vogue

About the Author

Iris Apfel (August 29, 1921–March 1, 2024), the renowned American businesswoman, interior designer, and fashion icon, was also a prolific collector of and authority on antique textiles. In 1950, she, with her husband, Carl, founded Old World Weavers, an international textile manufacturing company specializing in reproducing antique fabrics. She was a consultant to the White House for nine presidential administrations and produced fabric that still hangs in the Gold Room today. In 2005, the Costume Institute at the Metropolitan Museum of Art staged Rara Avis, a blockbuster exhibit of her clothing and accessories, making her the first living person who was not a fashion designer to be so honored. In 2014, she was the subject of director Albert Maysles’s award-winning film Iris. An associate professor at the University of Texas, she was the recipient of numerous awards, including a special award from the Women Together Foundation at the United Nations for her lifelong dedication and support of artisans around the world. In 2018, at the age of ninety-six, she was the oldest person to be turned into a Barbie doll. In 2023, at the age of 102, Iris wrote Iris Apfel: Colorful, to be published by Abrams in August 2024, in celebration of what would have been her 103rd birthday.

Reviews:

5.0 out of 5 stars Colorful by Iris Apfel is guaranteed to bring joy and color and dear life

A. · January 18, 2025

The media could not be loaded. 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟I am absolutely in love with "Colorful" by Iris Apfel! This book is a vibrant celebration of fashion, art, and individuality. Iris's unique perspective on style is both inspiring and refreshing, encouraging readers to embrace their true selves through color and creativity.The pages are filled with stunning visuals that showcase her iconic outfits and eclectic aesthetic. Each chapter is a delightful journey, packed with personal anecdotes and insightful reflections that make you feel connected to Iris’s world. Her passion for fashion and design shines through every word, making it impossible to put the book down.Whether you're a fashion enthusiast or simply someone who appreciates beauty in everyday life, "Colorful" is a must-read. It’s not just a book; it’s an experience that ignites your imagination and encourages you to express yourself boldly. I highly recommend it for anyone looking to add a splash of color to their reading list! This book is truly a gem that deserves a spot on your shelf!#IrisApfel #Colorful #FashionInspiration #MustRead

5.0 out of 5 stars Delightful 😊

J.R. · June 15, 2025

Gorgeous book full of wonderful insights, and the price on Bolo is way better than I found anywhere else. Perfect for anyone who is artistic or creative or who just loves color.

5.0 out of 5 stars I love this book.

C.K.T. · September 28, 2025

I love color! Everywhere I look. I need color and this book fills the bill for me. Ms. Apfel stayed forever young and her life filled with color and very interesting will make you smile all the way to the end.

5.0 out of 5 stars Gorgeous pages filled with Iris-the grande dame.

m.m. · September 2, 2025

I have loved Iris Apfel for years and years. This book is truly a beautiful homage to her. Filled with color as bright as her life. I will be buying copies as gifts. This is a great publication.

5.0 out of 5 stars Iris in beautiful pictures

Z.E. · July 21, 2025

Love this book! Iris was a talented treasure and this book is a great way to read about her life and see her life is colorful pictures.

5.0 out of 5 stars Fun read and decor!

E.M. · September 21, 2025

Love Iris and this book! Bonus that it makes for fun decor!

4.0 out of 5 stars Easy reading

G.g. · January 27, 2025

Beautiful colorful lots of pictures and inspiration in this book. Was a little disappointed that their was not more actual information though

5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful book!

M.L.H. · July 11, 2025

Love, love, love this book! Not only is it about a beautiful lady, it is a stunning book. I’ve bought multiple for gifts and of course one for myself. Definitely recommend picking one up.

bellissimo

A. · July 14, 2025

adoro!

Beau livre

L. · December 3, 2024

c'était pour un cadeau qui a été très apprécié

Das sind Vorbilder

M.K. · November 6, 2024

Eine unglaubliche tolle Frau, bis ins höchste Alter, bewundernswert und fast schon beneidenswert. Bunt, schrill, ehrlich und altersweise

Photo book

e. · November 13, 2025

Ok book. Quick read with mostly pictures.

A REALLY LOVELY BOOK.

p.m. · November 16, 2024

VERY COLOURFUL - FAB BOOK. I BROUGHT A SECOND COPY FOR MY SISTER.

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Iris Apfel: Colorful: A Treasure Trove of Inspiration, Influences, and Ideas

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Iris Apfel: Colorful: A Treasure Trove of Inspiration, Influences, and Ideas

Product ID: U1419776606
Condition: New

4.8

(190 ratings)
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Type: Hardcover

AED17380

Price includes VAT & Import Duties
Availability: In Stock

Quantity:

|

Order today to get by 7-14 business days

Delivery fee of AED 20. Free for orders above AED 200.

Returns & Warranty policies

Imported From: United States

At BOLO, we work hard to ensure the products you receive are new, genuine, and sourced from reputable suppliers.

BOLO is not an authorized or official retailer for most brands, nor are we affiliated with manufacturers unless specifically stated on a product page. Instead, we source verified sellers, authorized distributors or directly from the manufacturer.

Each product undergoes thorough inspection and verification at our consolidation and fulfilment centers to ensure it meets our strict authenticity and quality standards before being shipped and delivered to you.

If you ever have concerns regarding the authenticity of a product purchased from us, please contact Bolo Support. We will review your inquiry promptly and, if necessary, provide documentation verifying authenticity or offer a suitable resolution.

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Unless otherwise stated, all prices displayed on the product page include applicable taxes and import duties.

BOLO operates in accordance with the laws and regulations of United Arab Emirates. Any items found to be restricted or prohibited for sale within the UAE will be cancelled prior to shipment. We take proactive measures to ensure that only products permitted for sale in United Arab Emirates are listed on our website.

All items are shipped by air, and any products classified as “Dangerous Goods (DG)” under IATA regulations will be removed from the order and cancelled.

All orders are processed manually, and we make every effort to process them promptly once confirmed. Products cancelled due to the above reasons will be permanently removed from listings across the website.

Description:

Fashion icon Iris Apfel shares her philosophy for living, unique perspective on design, and the key moments that shaped her life, along with 300 photographs from her personal collection in a beautifully produced legacy book, featuring a bespoke ribbon marker, edges sprayed with a vibrant pink ink, and a debossed, high-gloss cover.

With more than 300 personal photos and adorned with beautiful, unseen fabric patterns from Iris’s Old World Weaver’s collection, Iris Apfel: Colorful has her incredible energy radiating from every page. Here she shares her creative work, life stories, adventures, and unwavering belief in the essential power of color and creativity on a life well lived.

In the summer of 2023, as Iris Apfel welcomed her 102nd birthday, she put pen to paper to write this very special project, which Iris called her legacy book.

“This is not a book of secrets—I have no secrets. Sorry to disappoint if that’s what you’re looking for. I have some good stories, though. And a few ideas. This book is about living, creating, and color. Because creativity and color matter. I don’t want you to dress like me or think like me—that’s not the idea of this book. I want you to find the colors, confidence, and creative inspiration that reflect you. My life has been filled with love, wonder, and a very deep, incurable curiosity. This book is my treasure trove of inspiration, influences, and ideas: My source. Be brave. Find your source. What makes you happy? —Much love, Iris x”

Read more

Editorial Reviews

Review

“It has been an honor to know and to learn from Iris.”―Ruvén Afanador

“A force of nature.”―Tommy Hilfiger

“One of the industry’s oldest tastemakers”
―Vogue

About the Author

Iris Apfel (August 29, 1921–March 1, 2024), the renowned American businesswoman, interior designer, and fashion icon, was also a prolific collector of and authority on antique textiles. In 1950, she, with her husband, Carl, founded Old World Weavers, an international textile manufacturing company specializing in reproducing antique fabrics. She was a consultant to the White House for nine presidential administrations and produced fabric that still hangs in the Gold Room today. In 2005, the Costume Institute at the Metropolitan Museum of Art staged Rara Avis, a blockbuster exhibit of her clothing and accessories, making her the first living person who was not a fashion designer to be so honored. In 2014, she was the subject of director Albert Maysles’s award-winning film Iris. An associate professor at the University of Texas, she was the recipient of numerous awards, including a special award from the Women Together Foundation at the United Nations for her lifelong dedication and support of artisans around the world. In 2018, at the age of ninety-six, she was the oldest person to be turned into a Barbie doll. In 2023, at the age of 102, Iris wrote Iris Apfel: Colorful, to be published by Abrams in August 2024, in celebration of what would have been her 103rd birthday.

Reviews:

5.0 out of 5 stars Colorful by Iris Apfel is guaranteed to bring joy and color and dear life

A. · January 18, 2025

The media could not be loaded. 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟I am absolutely in love with "Colorful" by Iris Apfel! This book is a vibrant celebration of fashion, art, and individuality. Iris's unique perspective on style is both inspiring and refreshing, encouraging readers to embrace their true selves through color and creativity.The pages are filled with stunning visuals that showcase her iconic outfits and eclectic aesthetic. Each chapter is a delightful journey, packed with personal anecdotes and insightful reflections that make you feel connected to Iris’s world. Her passion for fashion and design shines through every word, making it impossible to put the book down.Whether you're a fashion enthusiast or simply someone who appreciates beauty in everyday life, "Colorful" is a must-read. It’s not just a book; it’s an experience that ignites your imagination and encourages you to express yourself boldly. I highly recommend it for anyone looking to add a splash of color to their reading list! This book is truly a gem that deserves a spot on your shelf!#IrisApfel #Colorful #FashionInspiration #MustRead

5.0 out of 5 stars Delightful 😊

J.R. · June 15, 2025

Gorgeous book full of wonderful insights, and the price on Bolo is way better than I found anywhere else. Perfect for anyone who is artistic or creative or who just loves color.

5.0 out of 5 stars I love this book.

C.K.T. · September 28, 2025

I love color! Everywhere I look. I need color and this book fills the bill for me. Ms. Apfel stayed forever young and her life filled with color and very interesting will make you smile all the way to the end.

5.0 out of 5 stars Gorgeous pages filled with Iris-the grande dame.

m.m. · September 2, 2025

I have loved Iris Apfel for years and years. This book is truly a beautiful homage to her. Filled with color as bright as her life. I will be buying copies as gifts. This is a great publication.

5.0 out of 5 stars Iris in beautiful pictures

Z.E. · July 21, 2025

Love this book! Iris was a talented treasure and this book is a great way to read about her life and see her life is colorful pictures.

5.0 out of 5 stars Fun read and decor!

E.M. · September 21, 2025

Love Iris and this book! Bonus that it makes for fun decor!

4.0 out of 5 stars Easy reading

G.g. · January 27, 2025

Beautiful colorful lots of pictures and inspiration in this book. Was a little disappointed that their was not more actual information though

5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful book!

M.L.H. · July 11, 2025

Love, love, love this book! Not only is it about a beautiful lady, it is a stunning book. I’ve bought multiple for gifts and of course one for myself. Definitely recommend picking one up.

bellissimo

A. · July 14, 2025

adoro!

Beau livre

L. · December 3, 2024

c'était pour un cadeau qui a été très apprécié

Das sind Vorbilder

M.K. · November 6, 2024

Eine unglaubliche tolle Frau, bis ins höchste Alter, bewundernswert und fast schon beneidenswert. Bunt, schrill, ehrlich und altersweise

Photo book

e. · November 13, 2025

Ok book. Quick read with mostly pictures.

A REALLY LOVELY BOOK.

p.m. · November 16, 2024

VERY COLOURFUL - FAB BOOK. I BROUGHT A SECOND COPY FOR MY SISTER.

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