Anna Piaggi

Italian journalist and fashion writer

Anna Piaggi - Italian journalist and fashion writer
Born

1931
94 years ago

Died

August 7th, 2012
12 years ago — 81 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Italy

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A prominent fashion journalist and author, contributed significantly to the fashion industry through insightful commentary and unique style. Served as an editor for Italian Vogue, where she influenced the publication's direction and aesthetic. Authored several books on fashion and style that reflected personal perspectives and historical contexts. Noted for her eccentric fashion sense, which became a subject of interest and admiration in the fashion community.

Served as fashion editor for Italian Vogue

Published influential books on fashion

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