British Designer Antony Price, Famed for Styling David Bowie and Duran Duran, Has Died Aged 80.

Antony Price, the influential style architect who crafted many legendary styles associated with artists from David Bowie to Roxy Music and even royalty like Queen Camilla, has sadly died at the age of 80.

Price was best known for his defined forms and dramatic aesthetics, including the pastel suits that featured in the iconic band Duran Duran's classic music video for "their hit Rio".

"They honored him as a 'visionary' and a 'kind, intelligent and razor-witted friend,' Duran Duran shared a message on social media."

His passing follows just weeks after he presented his newest line in London, marking his return to the runway after over three decades. The performer Lily Allen showcased a dress that paid homage to the notorious black velvet "so-called 'revenge dress'" once worn by Diana, Princess of Wales.

A Lasting Legacy

Hailing from Yorkshire, where he was born in 1945, Price moved to London in the early 1960s to enroll at the esteemed Royal College of Art.

Shortly after his graduation, he commenced his career designing men's fashion at Stirling Copper and was responsible for the tight, button-detailed trousers that The Rolling Stones' frontman Mick Jagger famously wore during The Rolling Stones' "Gimme Shelter" tour in 1969.

He founded his own label in 1979 and presented his inaugural collection a year later. The show was launched by looks from the famed model Jerry Hall, who also wore the marriage dress Price designed for her for her nuptials with Sir Mick Jagger.

Working with Legends

A long-time collaborator of the late David Bowie, Price designed the iconic jacket the star wore for his "As The World Falls Down" music video in 1986.

His trademark skill to fuse menswear and womenswear along with his expert craftsmanship in designing body-hugging looks cemented his status as a "genuine original," as stated by the UK's fashion authority.

During the nineties, he commenced designing ensembles for the then-Duchess of Cornwall, Camilla, including various looks for her tour of the United States after becoming Duchess.

After a career spanning over fifty years, Price staged what would be his last show in London just last month in partnership with the design house 16Arlington.

• Sculpted Silhouettes: The core of his aesthetic.
• Dramatic Impact: Shaping the look of rock and pop.
• Boundary-Pushing Tailoring: Blurring lines between clothing for men and women.
• Clients from Stage to Palace: Spanning iconic musicians and members of the royal family.

The industry says farewell to a authentic original whose legacy on style and culture remains profoundly felt.