The fashion world is in shock today after it emerged that top stylist Annabel Tollman has died in her sleep from a blood clot, aged 36.

The news emerged on Twitter this morning via Paper Magazine editor Mickey Boardman.

'Devastated. Just devastated to hear about the loss of dear Annabel Tollman. She was just a nice, sweet, really good girl. A real gem,' he wrote.

Industry insiders have been quick to pay their respects to NY-based Tollman, who was known for her work with celebrity clients including Scarlett Johansson, the Olsen Twins and Liv Tyler.

Wrote model Hilary Rhoda: 'So sad to hear about Annabel Tollman. Such a beautiful, witty, soul with that wonderful infectious personality.'

According to The Cut, Tollman was working on a reality TV show with Bravo at the time of her death.