In the memory of the creative director of Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld, who passed away on January 19, 2019…

'Without white lines and black lines, life means nothing.'

He was born in Hamburg, a city in Germany, in a wealthy family on September 19, 1933. Famous fashion designer monsieur Lagerfeld is a name that still has a great influence and is well-known in the fashion world even it has been 4 years since his death. He started his career by working in the fashion industry in 1950s and took remarkable steps by designing collections for Pierre Balmain in the early 1960s.

Working as the lead designer of the French fashion house, Chanel, was the most important success of Lagerfeld. Lagerfeld who joined Chanel in 1983, considerably enhanced the image and popularity of the brand. He contributed to the brand becoming an international fashion company by approaching Chanel’s classic and chic style in a modern and innovative way.

In addition, Lagerfeld also made designs for other luxury brands such as Fendi. He launched his own brand which is Karl Lagerfeld and released different products. Lagerfeld is known for his unique talents, iconic style, and genuine personality. His black glasses, white hair, and high-necked white shirt became his signature.

He was a unique hero in the fashion world. Lagerfeld who is always recognizable with his white hair and black glasses, was an extraordinary artist. He managed to fascinate people not just with his designs but also with his own unique style.

His mind was like a watchmaker working meticulously as a fashion wizard. He never held himself back from searching new and brave ways, while putting every detail together flawlessly. His designs both pushed the limits and put forward a timeless classiness and elegance.

He was not just a designer, but a wizard and leader of ideas. His words shed light on not just the fashion world, but also on life in general. The depth and wise in his words mirrored his extraordinary way of thinking.

Karl Lagerfeld was a kaleidoscopic portrait of the fashion world. He fired up the imagination of people with his designs. Every piece of him bore his signature. He was a guiding light who pushes the limits of fashion and introduces a new perspective.

Today, his legacy is still alive. His designs keep reflecting his immortal vision and creativity. His works will forever remain its place in the fashion world and continue to be an inspiration to the next generations.

After the death of Karl Lagerfeld, Virginie Viard became the creative director of Chanel. Viard worked at Chanel for many years as Lagerfeld’s right hand. She tried to keep up the aesthetic and vision of the brand by taking over responsibility for Chanel after Lagerfeld.

Karl Lagerfeld strengthened his position in the fashion history and unforgettably jogged his name to our memories.