Fabrice Simon
| Fabrice Simon | |
|---|---|
| Born |
Fabrice Simon January 29, 1951 Port-au-Prince, Haiti |
| Died |
July 29, 1998 (aged 47) New York, New York |
Fabrice Simon (January 29, 1951 in Port-au-Prince, Haiti – July 29, 1998 in New York City[1]) was an award-winning artist and fashion designer, best known for his handmade beaded dresses.
He emigrated to America in 1964, and subsequently attended the Fashion Institute of Technology. He won a special Coty Award in 1981.[1]
His clientele included many celebrities, among them Cornelia Guest.[1]
He died from AIDS.
References
- 1 2 3 Schiro, Anne-Marie (5 August 1998). "Fabrice Simon, 47, Designer Of Glittery Evening Clothes". The New York Times. p. 19. Retrieved 4 September 2010.
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