On December 12, the fashion industry mourns the loss of an extraordinary icon. At the remarkable age of 100, esteemed stylist Polly Mellen has passed away, leaving behind a profound legacy. Mellen embarked on her illustrious career in fashion around 1950 with Mademoiselle, where she honed her skills and made her mark. Soon after, she joined the prestigious Harper?s Bazaar, working under the mentorship of the legendary Diana Vreeland, who played a crucial role in shaping her career. After taking a brief hiatus to focus on her family, Mellen returned to the industry, following Vreeland to Vogue. She quickly became famous for her collaborations with the celebrated photographer Richard Avedon. Notably, “The Great Fur Caravan,” featuring the stunning German model Veruschka von Lehndorff in the October 15, 1966 issue of Vogue, is still recognized as one of the most extravagant fashion editorials ever created. Additionally, Mellen captured the iconic nude portrait of Nastassja Kinski for the October 1981 edition of Vogue. Below, members of theFashionSpot forums come together to honor Polly Mellen’s remarkable legacy.