🔗 Share this article British Designer Antony Price, Renowned for Styling David Bowie and Duran Duran, Dies at 80. British fashion designer Anthony Price (L) with singer David Bowie (C) and his wife Angie Bowie at King's Cross station in London in 1973. Antony Price, the visionary UK-based designer who crafted a series of unforgettable images associated with David Bowie, Roxy Music, and Queen Camilla, has passed away at 80 years old. Price was best known for his sculptured silhouettes and theatrical styles, including the pastel suits that became famous from the iconic band Duran Duran's landmark music video for "the song Rio". "In a tribute, they called him a 'visionary' and a 'kind, intelligent and razor-witted friend,' Duran Duran shared a message online." His passing follows just weeks after he debuted his newest line in London, which was his first major show in over 30 years. Singer Lily Allen showcased a dress that paid homage to the notorious black velvet "revenge dress" once worn by Diana, Princess of Wales. An Enduring Influence Born in Yorkshire in 1945, Price headed for London at the start of the 1960s to enroll at the renowned Royal College of Art. A year after graduating, he commenced his career designing clothing for men at the label Stirling Copper and was responsible for the tight, button-detailed trousers that rock legend Mick Jagger sported during the iconic group's Gimme Shelter tour in the late sixties. He launched his own brand in 1979 and held his debut runway presentation a year later. The show featured as its opener creations worn by supermodel Jerry Hall, who later wore the wedding dress Price designed for her for her wedding to Sir Mick Jagger. Working with Legends A key creative partner of David Bowie, Price created the memorable jacket the artist wore for his "the song As The World Falls Down" music video in 1986. His characteristic talent to blend menswear and womenswear along with his expert craftsmanship in crafting form-fitting garments cemented his status as a "genuine original," according to the British Fashion Council. In the 1990s, he began working on pieces for Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, such as various looks for her US tour after assuming the title. Following a profession lasting half a century, Price staged what would be his last show in London just last month in partnership with the label 16Arlington. Sculpted Silhouettes: Central to his design philosophy. Dramatic Impact: Shaping the look of rock and pop. Gender-Fluid Fashion: Merging menswear with womenswear. A Client List from Rock to Royalty: Including music legends and the future Queen Consort. The industry says farewell to a true visionary whose impact on style and culture remains deeply ingrained.
British fashion designer Anthony Price (L) with singer David Bowie (C) and his wife Angie Bowie at King's Cross station in London in 1973. Antony Price, the visionary UK-based designer who crafted a series of unforgettable images associated with David Bowie, Roxy Music, and Queen Camilla, has passed away at 80 years old. Price was best known for his sculptured silhouettes and theatrical styles, including the pastel suits that became famous from the iconic band Duran Duran's landmark music video for "the song Rio". "In a tribute, they called him a 'visionary' and a 'kind, intelligent and razor-witted friend,' Duran Duran shared a message online." His passing follows just weeks after he debuted his newest line in London, which was his first major show in over 30 years. Singer Lily Allen showcased a dress that paid homage to the notorious black velvet "revenge dress" once worn by Diana, Princess of Wales. An Enduring Influence Born in Yorkshire in 1945, Price headed for London at the start of the 1960s to enroll at the renowned Royal College of Art. A year after graduating, he commenced his career designing clothing for men at the label Stirling Copper and was responsible for the tight, button-detailed trousers that rock legend Mick Jagger sported during the iconic group's Gimme Shelter tour in the late sixties. He launched his own brand in 1979 and held his debut runway presentation a year later. The show featured as its opener creations worn by supermodel Jerry Hall, who later wore the wedding dress Price designed for her for her wedding to Sir Mick Jagger. Working with Legends A key creative partner of David Bowie, Price created the memorable jacket the artist wore for his "the song As The World Falls Down" music video in 1986. His characteristic talent to blend menswear and womenswear along with his expert craftsmanship in crafting form-fitting garments cemented his status as a "genuine original," according to the British Fashion Council. In the 1990s, he began working on pieces for Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, such as various looks for her US tour after assuming the title. Following a profession lasting half a century, Price staged what would be his last show in London just last month in partnership with the label 16Arlington. Sculpted Silhouettes: Central to his design philosophy. Dramatic Impact: Shaping the look of rock and pop. Gender-Fluid Fashion: Merging menswear with womenswear. A Client List from Rock to Royalty: Including music legends and the future Queen Consort. The industry says farewell to a true visionary whose impact on style and culture remains deeply ingrained.