(FILES) In this file picture taken on November 16, 1966 British stylist Mary Quant, designer of the famous mini-skirt, shows the Order of the British Empire medal that she received from Queen Elizabeth II for services to fashion as she leaves Buckingham Palace in London. While admiting a certain nostalgia for the spark and innovation of 1960's London, but maintaining a keen eye on current fashions, Icon of 1960's "Swinging London" and creator of the miniskirt, British designer Mary Quant the British will celebrate her 80th Birthday on February 11, 2014. AFP PHOTO/CENTRAL PRESS/FILES - TO GO WITH AFP STORY BY ANNE-LAURE MONDESERT (Photo credit should read STAFF/AFP/Getty Images)
