Fashion world loses Cerruti, Abloh, Talley, Mugler in rapid succession

The fashion industry has suffered a series of devastating losses with the deaths of four iconic figures within a few months. Virgil Abloh passed away in November 2021. Nino Cerruti died on January 15, 2022, at age 91. André Leon Talley died on January 18, 2022, at age 73. Manfred Thierry Mugler died on January 23, 2022, also at 73. Cerruti, founder of the eponymous brand, was known for his deconstructed men's jacket and for mentoring Giorgio Armani. His designs were worn by Richard Gere in 'Pretty Woman' and by tennis player Jimmy Connors. Talley was a powerful journalist and former Fashion News Director at Vogue, the first African American to hold such a high position. Mugler, a former dancer, revolutionized fashion with sculptural, futuristic designs and later created costumes for Le Cirque du Soleil. The article reflects on the end of an era and the need for change in fashion.