At a time when 'personal style' seems to be more about the stylist you're paying than any inherent fashion sense - the fashion world has lost a true mavric today. It has been reported that Isabella Blow - stylist, former fashion director, and muse has died today from cancer.

Best known for her love of millinery (aka crazy hats) - she discovered and later became muse to the great hat man, Phillip Treacy. In addition to Treacy, she has been credited with discovering the likes of Alexander McQueen and Hussein Chalayan - not to mention British models Honor Fraser, Stella Tennant and Sophie Dahl.

Her bright light will surely be missed from many a front row.Pics: style.com.