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Peggy Moffitt, Iconic '60s Fashion Model, Dies at 86

Moffitt's avant-garde style and collaboration with designer Rudi Gernreich redefined beauty standards and left a lasting impact on the fashion world.

  • Known for her distinctive geometric bob and dramatic makeup, Moffitt became a symbol of '60s fashion.
  • She famously posed in a topless swimsuit designed by Gernreich, a controversial moment that sparked global debate.
  • Moffitt viewed modeling as a form of performance art, blending fashion with theatrical expression.
  • Her work with Gernreich and photographer William Claxton produced iconic images that remain influential.
  • Moffitt's personal collection of Gernreich's designs was featured in a major museum exhibition in 2012.
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