Antony Price, Famed for Designing for Bowie and Duran Duran, Passes Away at Age 80.

Antony Price, the visionary style architect behind many legendary styles favored by musical icons like Bowie and members of Roxy Music, as well as Queen Camilla, has sadly died at the age of 80.

He was celebrated for his defined forms and theatrical styles, including the light-hued ensembles that appeared in the iconic band Duran Duran's landmark music video for "their hit Rio".

"In a tribute, they called him a 'visionary' and a 'kind, intelligent and razor-witted friend,' the group posted a remembrance across their platforms."

His passing follows just weeks after he unveiled his latest collection in London, which was his first major show in over 30 years. Singer Lily Allen showcased a dress evoking the notorious black velvet "so-called 'revenge dress'" historically worn by Diana, Princess of Wales.

An Enduring Influence

Born in Yorkshire in 1945, Price headed for London during the sixties to study at the prestigious Royal College of Art.

Upon completing his studies, he commenced his career designing clothing for men at the label Stirling Copper and was the creator of the tight, button-detailed trousers that Sir Mick Jagger sported during the iconic group's Gimme Shelter tour in 1969.

He established his eponymous line in 1979 and staged his first fashion show a year later. The show opened with outfits on the famed model Jerry Hall, who later wore the marriage dress Price specifically designed for her wedding to Sir Mick Jagger.

Partnerships with Stars

A key creative partner of musical chameleon David Bowie, Price was the mind behind the memorable jacket the singer wore for his "the song As The World Falls Down" music video in 1986.

His characteristic talent to blend elements of men's and women's fashion along with his expert craftsmanship in crafting form-fitting garments established him as a "true original," as stated by the British Fashion Council.

By the 1990s, he commenced designing outfits for the then-Duchess of Cornwall, Camilla, including various looks for her US tour after becoming Duchess.

Following a profession lasting more than five decades, Price held his ultimate fashion presentation in London recently in conjunction with the fashion brand 16Arlington.

• Architectural Forms: A hallmark of his work.
• Dramatic Impact: Influencing music videos and stagewear.
• Boundary-Pushing Tailoring: Merging menswear with womenswear.
• A Client List from Rock to Royalty: Including music legends and the future Queen Consort.

Design circles laments the passing to a genuine innovator whose legacy on the visual landscape of music remains profoundly felt.