Iris Apfel

High school (ages 12+)
Art & Creativity

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Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/iris-apfel

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. When was Iris Apfel born?August 29, 1921
2. Where was Iris Apfel born?Astoria, Queens, New York City, USA
3. What is the textile company?Co-founded Old World Weavers in 1950, specializing in reproducing antique fabrics
4. What is the white house contract?Provided interior design services for the White House across nine presidential administrations
5. Who is Iris Apfel?Iris Apfel is a famous fashion icon who loves bright colors and big glasses, making style fun for everyone.
6. What did Iris Apfel do with her husband?She and her husband started a textile company called Old World Weavers in 1950, making antique fabrics.

Maximalism: An aesthetic that embraces abundance, layering, bold colors, and intricate patterns, often in contrast to minimalism.
Costume Jewelry: Fashion jewelry crafted from non-precious materials, valued for its design and ability to complement an outfit.
Gesamtkunstwerk: A German term meaning 'total work of art,' referring to a synthesis of multiple art forms and media.
Fashion Icon: An individual whose unique style and influence significantly shape fashion discourse and inspire widespread emulation.