Bunny Roger

Neil Munro "Bunny" Roger (9 June 1911 – 27 April 1997) was an English couturier and socialite. Roger's best-known contribution to fashion was his invention or popularization of Capri pants.

Early life and education Neil Munro Roger was born 9 June 1911 in London to Sir Alexander Roger and Helen Stuart Clark, both from Scotland. His father was the chairman of Telephone and General Trust Limited, and his mother was the daughter of a mayor of Leith. Roger had an older brother named Alan and a younger brother named Sandy; all three brothers were bachelors until their deaths. Within three months of its opening, he was described as "one of the best-known designers in London." Early clients included Vivien Leigh, Princess Marina of Greece and Denmark, and the Lygon sisters.

Following the war, he was invited to run the couture department at Fortnum & Mason. He invested in the House of Amies, and his stake was later acquired by Debenhams in 1973.

Capri pants, introduced by fashion designer Sonja de Lennart in 1948, were popularized by her and Roger.

Roger was known for the lavish and outrageous parties that he held throughout his life. These events were often themed, as in the Diamond, Amethyst, and Flame Balls held to celebrate his 60th, 70th, and 80th birthdays, respectively.

Death Roger died in London on 27 April 1997. He was 85 years old.