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Remembering Street Style Photog Bill Cunningham

The legend’s most memorable quotes on fashion, career and style

By Samantha Francis

Bill Cunningham — cultural anthropologist, godfather of street style and photographer extraordinaire.

His passing at the age of 87 left the fashion world saddened. Known for his signature electric blue French street-cleaner’s jacket and his astute eye for natural shots, the legendary street style photographer was also one of the most recognizable figures at the New York Times.

In remembrance of his inimitable creativity, here are a few of his most memorable quotes:

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“The main thing I love about street photography is that you find the answers you don’t see at the fashion shows. You find information for readers so they can visualise themselves.”

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