Legendary fashion designer Oscar de la Renta, famous for the classic lines of his formal wear, has died at 82.

The Dominican-born American fashion icon was known as one of the industry's classic designers, famous for floral, feminine, classy, elegant designs, flattering silhouettes with full skirts, cinched waists, often in soft hues.

Most recently, De la Renta designed the wedding dress for human rights lawyer Amal Clooney for her marriage in Venice in September to actor and director George Clooney. He also showcased his designs during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Spring 2015 on Sept 9 in New York.