Mary Quant, the miniskirt pioneer dies at 93

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Mary Quant, the miniskirt pioneer dies at 93
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Mary Quant who was the pioneer of miniskirt fashion has passed away at the age of 93 years.
She died on Thursday, April 13, 2023.

Her family revealed that she passed away peacefully at home.

Dame Barbara Mary Quant was a well-known British fashion designer who became very popular in the 1960s. She was the most iconic fashion designer in 1960. One can say she defined fashion in the 1960s.

The miniskirt by a 1960 youth rebellion under Mary Quant.

Many aren't sure whether she actually invented the miniskirt or she popularized it.

In the year 1966 she was given an OBE Award and this was for her contribution to fashion.

She had contributed to more than just the miniskirt popularization in her time but was well known for that.

It's hard to overlook her contribution when it comes to fashion. She set a trend with her fashion contribution and became an icon.