Karl Lagerfeld, thought-about one of many trend trade's most iconic designers, has died at age 85. He handed away on Tuesday in Paris.
Instantly acknowledged in his signature glasses and ponytail, Lagerfeld was the artistic director for Chanel and Fendi and continued to work up till his loss of life. His explanation for loss of life has not been revealed, however he was admitted to the hospital the night earlier than his loss of life and had been scuffling with diseases for months main as much as his passing.
His impeccable designs had been admired by celebrities like Rihanna and Lady Gaga, and was additionally recognized for his love of music. He invited Chromatics, Hercules & Love Affair and others to carry out at his trend reveals and despatched seems impressed by Daft Punk down Chanel runways.
Fellow trend heavyweight Donatella Versace was among the many first to pay her respects, writing on Instagram: "Karl your genius touched the lives of so many, particularly Gianni [Versace] and I. We will always remember your unbelievable expertise and limitless inspiration. We had been at all times studying from you."
Valerie Lee is Mixmag's Global Culture Editor. Follow her on Twitter here.
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