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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.

Karl Lagerfeld
Fashion Week

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.

Fashion Week

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.


News & Analysis

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.

News & Analysis

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.


Fashion Week

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.

Fashion Week

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.


News & Analysis

Tim's Take | Fendi Autumn/Winter 2017

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

News & Analysis

Tim's Take | Fendi Autumn/Winter 2017

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


News & Analysis

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 & Analysis

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 & Analysis

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.

News & Analysis

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.


Fashion Week

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.

Fashion Week

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.


Fashion Week

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.'

Fashion Week

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.'


News & Analysis

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.

News & Analysis

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.


News & Analysis

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.

News & Analysis

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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