Isabella Blow

British fashion magazine editor, consultant and aristocrat Isabella Blow was renowned for her insight and ability to discover new talent. An eccentric icon in the fashion world for over two decades, Blow was rarely seen without her trademark smear of red lipstick and one of her unique hats perched atop her head.

Fast Facts

1. Birth name: Isabella Delves Broughton
2. Born: November 19, 1958 in London, England
3. Nickname: Issie
4. Married art dealer Detmar Blow in 1989
5. Muse of hat designer Philip Treacy
6. Discovered fashion designer Alexander McQueen
7. Died: May 7, 2007 in Gloucester, England

Depression and Suicide

Throughout her life, Blow battled with poor self confidence and bouts of severe depression. Her depression exacerbated near the end of her life after she was diagnosed with ovarian cancer. She made at least three suicide attempts between 2003 and 2006 and often told friends she wanted to die. ¹ Blow died on May 7, 2007, after drinking a lethal dose of weed killer.

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