2011 CFDA Awards

Fashionable duo Alexander Wang and Iris Apfel posed for a photo op at the 2011 CFDA Awards where Wang was given the Accessories Designer of the Year award.
Fashionable duo Alexander Wang and Iris Apfel posed for a photo op at the 2011 CFDA Awards where Wang was given the Accessories Designer of the Year award.
Glasses? Check. Fabulous coat? Check. Fur stole? Check.
Apfel complemented her turquoise necklace (and matching loafers) with hot pink lipstick.
Apfel's bright red fur coat and matching furry purse stole the show at the Sleeping With Other People premiere in New York.
Nothing goes better with lots of dots than a fresh lilac 'do.
Apfel showcases her talent for layering jewelry during a conversation discussing her rise as an "accidental" style icon.
Apfel swapped out her signature black frames for a two-toned variety to pair with her textured black coat.
The style icon was a vision in red at the Ralph Rucci fashion show, rocking a fuzzy red coat and textured plaid sweater.
Apfel was an honorary model at the Loehmann's fashion show in 2012.
For Apfel, there is no piece of jewelry too large or too bright.
Apfel did her own take on casual denim, sprucing up her ensemble with a floral coat and violet shoes.
Despite cruising on two wheels, Apfel's fashion game was still strong in a pair of zebra printed flares.
Apfel proves that even bowling shoes can be chic when paired with the right outfit.
Apfel's signature round frames apparently come in the sunglass variety, too.
At husband Carl Apfel's 100th birthday celebration, Iris donned an sunny and fun embroidered blazer complete a zig-zag trim.
Apfel was a sight to behold in several layered necklaces and even more bangles stacked elbow-high on each wrist.
The purple haired diva meticulously plans each detail of her outfits — down to her matching orange socks and handbag.
Iris and husband Carl Apfel prove both style and love are eternal.
In an uncharacteristically neutral color palette, Apfel still added drama with her statement figurine necklace.
Apfel's beautifully embroidered coat was accented by a well chosen batch of accessories, including thick bangles, a chunky turquoise necklace and a textured crossbody bag.