Hervé L Leroux, Creator of the Iconic Bandage Dress, Has Died

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French fashion designer Hervé L. Leroux has died the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode confirmed to Vogue Friday. He was 60.

Leroux, who is best known by the name of his first fashion label, Hervé Léger, is recognized in the fashion community for his bandage dresses introduced in the 1990s.

Born Hervé Peugnet in a small town in northern France on May 30, 1957, Leroux began his career working with Karl Lagerfeld in 198 at Fendi and Chanel. In 1984, he opened his own boutique under the moniker Hervé Léger, which featured hand-painted dresses and hats, becoming “one of Paris’ chic shopping destinations,” as reported in Vogue.

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Leroux launched his own brand the following year, though continued to freelance for other designers. His first show was in 1991 in Paris, and caught the eye of the press with his 54 outfits.

Hervé Léger was acquired by BCBG Max Azria in 1998. Leroux parted with the Los Angeles-based company in 1999, losing the commercial use of the name Hervé Léger. He continued to design custom orders under Hervé L. Leroux at a new boutique for celebrities like Cate Blanchett, Jessica Chastain, Dita Von Teese and Taylor Swift. He returned to the catwalk in 2013 at the invitation of the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode.

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Dita Von Teese remembered the designer on Instagram, saying he was the “only dressmaker that could accomplish a truly modern Madame Grès goddess gown.”

“He made the most exquisite dresses that showcased a woman’s beauty, rather than distracting from it,” she said.

Very sad that we are forced to say farewell to the genius @hervelegerleroux. I’m so grateful to have called him my friend after being introduced as “the ultimate” by @suzannevonaichinger and @alimahdaviparis. He made the most exquisite dresses that showcased a woman’s beauty, rather than distracting from it. I’ll always treasure my afternoons in his atelier just next to @maisonladuree, trying on dress after dress, really just for the fun of it. Hervé would exclaim “THIS dress, this dress is for YOU!” …and occasionally, “…non, not this one. NEXT!!” We would have the best time, I honestly could have only ever worn his dresses. @hervelegerleroux IS Herve Léger (he had to change his name and start over) and he is the inventor and only true master of the iconic bandage dress. And I’d say he was the only dressmaker that could accomplish a truly modern Madame Grès goddess gown. I loved him for his wit, his candor, his sublime elegance and of course, his talent, which, came from authentic obsession, with no care for the commerciality of fashion. I’m so sad to see him go, and so abruptly. We’ve lost one of the fashion greats. My heart breaks for his constant companion, our dear Jocelyn @hervelegersister Thank you, Dear Hervé, for all of it. Rest in glamour, you’ll never be forgotten. #herveleger #herveleroux

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Emmys 2017 Fashion Ranked, Worst to Best (Photos)

Carrie Coon.

Coon’s dress did not flatter her body at all and the haircut she decided to sport made “The Leftovers” star look much older than she is.
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Amanda Crew.

Not only did the color not work, but the dress left nothing to the imagination as it exposed basically her entire torso. Didn't really work. At all.
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Kathryn Hahn.

This shapeless polka dot dress is going to be a no for us.
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Ariel Winter.

Winter never really cares what people say about her, and she definitely makes another statement with the dress she wore to the Emmys.
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Brandon Flynn.

His suit ensemble was put together a little too carelessly. The shoes were too casual and the tie was awful.
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Heidi Klum.

Meh. The top model didn't really bring her A-game this time. She wore a pretty boring dress and matched it with tribal bangles… it just didn’t go together.
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Claire Foy.

You could argue her look was pretty timeless, but her jumpsuit just looked way too casual for an occasion like the Emmys.
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Anna Chlumsky.

The color didn't really do much for Chlumsky and the dress itself was kind of distracting.
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Rachel Bloom.

It's like one of those awkward grandma dresses.
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Jane Fonda.

Don’t get us wrong, Jane Fonda does and always will look amazing. But the dress and the hairstyle weren't really age appropriate and is very different from her usual classy style.
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Mackenzie Davis.

This lime green and ivory ensemble was just a complete eye sore.
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Reese Witherspoon.

Witherspoon looked like she was going to a business meeting instead of an awards show.
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Tracee Ellis Ross.

The dress kind of just ballooned out way too much at the bottom, which lost us.
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Deon Cole.

We don't know what he was thinking with this plaid suit, but it's a no.
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Mandy Moore.

It looked like a prom dress turned cake topper gone wrong.
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Sarah Hyland.

Hyland is of course beautiful, but this dress looked a little too casual for the Emmys.
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Kate McKinnon.

McKinnon’s dress was just okay. It fit her well, but we felt like we’ve seen this look on her before.
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Laura Dern.

We loved the top part of the dress but wished it would've just continued to the bottom of the dress. Instead, it went downhill from there.
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Elisabeth Moss.

Yeah, it’s a pretty dress, but it’s kind of boring. We wish Moss would’ve just spiced things up a bit.
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Sofia Vergara.

Beautiful as always and her white dress accentuated her curves, but it was nothing new.

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Padma Lakshmi.

Her pink strapless mermaid gown was stunning, but nothing super extraordinary.
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Millie Bobby Brown.

Just adorable!
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Jeremy Maguire.

What a cutie pie, and we loved his little cape!
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Gaten Matarazzo.

We loved the three-piece suit and the pocket square – the only thing that didn't really work were the black shoes.
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Shailene Woodley.

Her velvet green gown and blonde hair really complemented each other. She looked great.
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Yvonne Strahovski.

The “Handmaid’s Tale” star looked timeless and stunning.
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Donald Glover.

He decided to rock a purple suit and we're here for it.
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Tituss Burgess.

The pop of gold is so Tituss and so great.
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Judith Light.

This woman is a beauty beyond time. Everything, from her makeup to her dress to her stance, looked perfect.
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Matt Bomer.

When has Matt Bomer ever not looked good? Once again, he killed it with his Emmys look.
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Michelle Pfeiffer.

The “mother!” star stunned on the red carpet in a black lace gown. LOVE.
Caleb McLaughlin.

What a stylish young fella the “Stranger Things” cast member is! While everyone went for a black or navy suit, McLaughlin went for the boldest of the bold look and we’re totally here for it.
Thandie Newton.

Her strapless blush colored gown was just PERFECT. Made her look like the queen she is.
Gina Rodriguez.

Rodriguez looked flawless in the red embroidered gown that had a plunging neckline. Her hair was pulled back to expose her décolleté and we’re totally here for this look.
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Laverne Cox.

When has Laverne Cox ever not slayed?
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Angela Sarafyan.

Her bold yellow dress was all kinds of beautiful and hugged her body perfectly. The off-the-shoulder look with puffy sleeves was a gorgeous touch.
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Tessa Thompson.

Her metallic multi-colored flare out dress stole the red carpet -- she really strayed from the usual array of boring Emmy gowns and won.
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Felicity Huffman.

What a timeless gown. And the exposed back just added that extra touch of glam. The actress simply looked stunning.
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Leslie Jones.

Jones’ sparkly black dress made her look like an elegant queen. The sheer panels and thigh high split added a touch of sexy.
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Yara Shahidi.

YAAAASSSSS!!! She can do no wrong.
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