Karl Lagerfeld
1935 - 2019
He was one of the industry’s truly iconic designers, at the helm of Chanel and Fendi that he helped revitalise, as well as his eponymous brand.


Marco de Vincenzo’s Deranged Sophistication
This collection was one of Marco de Vincenzo’s best so far. Like Lagerfeld at Fendi he understands playfulness and class.

Marco de Vincenzo’s Deranged Sophistication
This collection was one of Marco de Vincenzo’s best so far. Like Lagerfeld at Fendi he understands playfulness and class.

Meryl Streep's Stylist Refutes Karl Lagerfeld Comments
Micaela Erlanger breaks her silence on Lagerfeld's recent comments that Streep refused to wear Chanel to this Sunday's Academy Awards because the brand declined to pay.

Meryl Streep's Stylist Refutes Karl Lagerfeld Comments
Micaela Erlanger breaks her silence on Lagerfeld's recent comments that Streep refused to wear Chanel to this Sunday's Academy Awards because the brand declined to pay.

Fendi's Sensuality and Severity
Propriety and raciness kept pace throughout the whole show. On one hand, there was a subtle emphasis on classical values, on on the other there was the perverse undertow of the Vienna secession.

Fendi's Sensuality and Severity
Propriety and raciness kept pace throughout the whole show. On one hand, there was a subtle emphasis on classical values, on on the other there was the perverse undertow of the Vienna secession.

Tim's Take | Fendi Autumn/Winter 2017
Watch Karl Lagerfeld speak with Tim Blanks about his Autumn/Winter 2017 collection for Fendi.

Tim's Take | Fendi Autumn/Winter 2017
Watch Karl Lagerfeld speak with Tim Blanks about his Autumn/Winter 2017 collection for Fendi.

News Bites | Shortlist for 2017 LVMH Prize Unveiled
In today's News Bites, meet the designers shortlisted for the LVMH Prize, including Molly Goddard, Charles Jeffrey and Maggie Marilyn.

News Bites | Shortlist for 2017 LVMH Prize Unveiled
In today's News Bites, meet the designers shortlisted for the LVMH Prize, including Molly Goddard, Charles Jeffrey and Maggie Marilyn.

BoF Exclusive | Clare Waight Keller Exiting Chloé
The Richemont-owned brand has confirmed the designer’s March 31 departure. Her final collection will be shown at Paris Fashion Week on March 2.

BoF Exclusive | Clare Waight Keller Exiting Chloé
The Richemont-owned brand has confirmed the designer’s March 31 departure. Her final collection will be shown at Paris Fashion Week on March 2.

At Paris Couture, Betrayal and Brilliance
Two stars shone brightest this couture season: John Galliano of Maison Margiela and Pierpaolo Piccioli of Valentino, says Angelo Flaccavento.

At Paris Couture, Betrayal and Brilliance
Two stars shone brightest this couture season: John Galliano of Maison Margiela and Pierpaolo Piccioli of Valentino, says Angelo Flaccavento.

Reflections and Opportunism at Chanel
Karl Lagerfeld's new Chanel collection couldn’t have been more appropriate for the new First Lady — who seems to be casting an astute eye over Jackie Kennedy’s approach to dressing for 'The Job.'

Reflections and Opportunism at Chanel
Karl Lagerfeld's new Chanel collection couldn’t have been more appropriate for the new First Lady — who seems to be casting an astute eye over Jackie Kennedy’s approach to dressing for 'The Job.'

Best of BoF 2016 | Pictures of the Year
To round off the year, we revisit the articles that sparked the most debate, yielded the biggest insights, and got the fashion industry talking in 2016. Today, we highlight some of the most memorable images.

Best of BoF 2016 | Pictures of the Year
To round off the year, we revisit the articles that sparked the most debate, yielded the biggest insights, and got the fashion industry talking in 2016. Today, we highlight some of the most memorable images.

Can Francesca Amfitheatrof Save Tiffany?
Tiffany has cut profit forecasts and share prices have fallen and annual sales have hovered at just over $4 billion since 2014.

Can Francesca Amfitheatrof Save Tiffany?
Tiffany has cut profit forecasts and share prices have fallen and annual sales have hovered at just over $4 billion since 2014.
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