Jack Lenor Larsen, 1927-2020
Weaver, designer, collector, gardener, author, world traveler, entrepreneur, teacher, and cultural scholar, Jack was mentor to textile connoisseurs, designers, artisans and artists.
30th December 2020
Jack Lenor Larsen died peacefully on the evening of December 22, 2020 of natural causes in East Hampton, New York at LongHouse Reserve, the 16-acre garden and arts center that is his legacy. Larsen’s, companion of more than 30 years, Peter Olsen, was at his side.
A memorial service will be announced in the near future.
For those who wish to honor Larsen, he would appreciate nothing more than a contribution to the Jack Lenor Larsen Endowment Fund, established to support the maintenance of and programming at his beloved LongHouse Reserve.
Updated: 24 Feb 2021, 8:08
ALEXANDER Wang is a world famous designer.
In February 2021 fresh accusations of sexual assault have been made against him - something which he strongly denies.
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Who is Alexander Wang?
He is of Taiwanese heritage and was born in San Francisco, California.
He known for his use of the colour black in his designs - it s part of his signature style.
At the age of 18 he started training at the famous Parsons School of Design, but he didn t graduate as he left the course early to focus on his own brand.
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Alexander Wang dropped out of school to launch his careerCredit: 2019 Ray Tamarra
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