Dominican fashion designer Jenny Polanco lost her battle to coronavirus. On Tuesday, March 24, the Minister of Public Health, Rafael Sánchez Cárdenas, confirmed her passing, making her the sixth person in the Dominican Republic to die from the epidemic. According to reports, Jenny had tested positive for coronavirus after a visit to Madrid, Spain. Almost a week prior to her death, her namesake label shared a message on social media letting the public know they would be closing their stores.

©GettyImages Jenny’s death marks the sixth in the Dominican Republic

The message read: “Good afternoon. Through here we’d like to inform you that all of our stores will be temporarily closed until further notice. Our lovely community’s health and safety are a priority to the JP team, for that reason, we’ll be taking necessary measures. Let’s be patient and take care of one another. Stay home, stay safe.”

The Latina designer, who had more than 35 years of experience and often presented during Miami Fashion Week, was celebrated for making chic woven handbags and ready-to-wear elevated separates.