More than a mere tastemaker, Karl Lagerfeld devoted himself to the continual pursuit of chic. “My life and my job,” the designer once said, “is to forget myself.” During his five-decade career designing shoes, handbags, evening dresses and other items for Chanel, Fendi, Chloé and many others, Lagerfeld was a quintessential chameleon, ever evolving to embody the times.
An outsize, instantly recognizable personality — his ponytail powdered like an 18th-century viscount, his eyes perpetually shielded by dark glasses, wearing fistfuls of chunky silver jewels — Lagerfeld was, above all, an avatar of style.
Born in Hamburg (in 1933, ’35, or ’38 by varying accounts), Karl Lagerfeld packed his bags for Paris in 1954. His design for a coat won him the International Wool Secretariat and landed him a job with the celebrated couturier Pierre Balmain. He went on to become the designer of Jean Patou, eventually realizing that his seemingly endless ideas could fuel a career as a designer-for-hire. As such, Lagerfeld lent his vision to everyone from Loewe and Max Mara to Krizia and Charles Jourdan, nimbly moving among a diverse range of styles. It was an unprecedented way of working in the days when freelance was still a dirty word.
During the late ’60s and ’70s, he refashioned Chloé to reflect the free spirit of the day and, beginning in 1965, joined forces with the Fendi family, taking it from sleepy furrier to fashion’s haute-est stratum. Because of his track record for reviving and reimagining brands that had grown stagnant, in 1983 Lagerfeld was handed the reins at Chanel, which had been gathering dust since its founder’s heyday.
From Lagerfeld's first Chanel collection, he injected the venerable house with a frisson of modernity. He riffed on its iconography — tweed skirt suits, pearls, camellias — accenting a lexicon of Chanel-isms with tastes of the moment. Despite producing eight collections a year for Chanel, as well as four to five for Fendi, Lagerfeld never faltered in proposing new ideas each time he put pencil to paper.
Lagerfeld’s collections for Chanel, in particular, displayed his knack for synthesizing old and new, high and low. From Watteau (Spring/Summer 1985 couture) and Serge Roche (Spring/Summer 1990 ready-to-wear) to hip-hop fly girls (Fall/Winter 1991 ready-to-wear), surfers (Spring/Summer 2003 ready-to-wear) and ancient Egypt (Pre-Fall 2019), Lagerfeld used each season’s inspiration to conceive Chanel’s signatures anew.
Browse a collection of sophisticated designs by Karl Lagerfeld on 1stDibs, including handbags and evening gowns for Chanel, vintage cocktail dresses for Chloé and more.
CHANEL 11A Runway red black wool tweed CC logo toggle button duffel coat FR36 S
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL 11A Runway red black wool tweed CC logo toggle button duffel coat FR36 S Reference: TGAS/D00758 Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Collection: Fall Winter 2011-12 - Runway...
1980s Karl Lagerfeld Blue and Black Double Breasted Cocoon Coat
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Great Karl Lagerfeld cocoon style coat from the 1980s. Royal blue wool with contrasting black velvet over sized shawl collar, cuffs and demi lune faux pocket flaps. Double breasted w...
$3,024Sale Price|20% Off
rare CHANEL 98A Karl Lagerfeld Runway Vintage black CC lace cami skirt FR40 L
By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare CHANEL 98A Karl Lagerfeld Runway Vintage black CC lace cami skirt FR40 L Reference: TGAS/D00759 Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Collection: FW 1998 - Runway Material: Cot...
$2,000Sale Price|20% Off
Karl Lagerfeld F/W 1992 Runway Beaded Strapless Sequin Dress
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The late Karl Lagerfeld is undoubtedly one of the most renowned fashion designers of the 20th and 21st centuries. Having served as creative director of multiple fashion houses simult...
1980s Karl Lagerfeld Wool Houndstooth and Velvet Jacket
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Perfect for fall and winter Karl Lagerfeld jacket from the 1980s. Thick wool black and cream houndstooth with olive green and royal blue looped ...
Fendi 2012 Pantalon trompette FR36 Lagerfeld Short Flare Oliver Black Pants US27
By Karl Lagerfeld, Fendi
Located in PARIS, FR
Fendi SS2012 collection trousers by Karl Lagerfeld in dark green wool and silk twill, trumpet shape (or short flare), high waist in contrasting black crepe, zip and hook fastening on...
Chanel 2000s Black Creme Cashmere Knit Cap Sleeve Dress Size 42
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Chanel black and creme cap sleeves cashmere knit dress Marked size 42. Fit US 4/6 Small- Medium
CHANEL 17P Runway blue red check CC logo print silk trim crop top FR36 S
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL 17P Runway blue red check CC logo print silk trim crop top FR36 S Reference: TGAS/E00512 Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Collection: SS 2017 - Runway Material: Cotton, ...
Karl Lagerfeld Black Shirt Dress circa 1990's
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Iconic Karl Lagerfeld button down! Featuring a structured collar, two breast pockets and shoulder pads, this piece is as functional as it is versatile. The sleeves are fully ruched which adds such a fun flare to the otherwise classic and effortless style. Wear this buttoned up as a mini dress with some Versace pumps...
Karl Lagerfeld Pleated Orange Chiffon Dress, S/S 2001
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Paris, FR
From Karl Lagerfeld’s Spring/Summer 2001 collection for Lagerfeld Gallery, this pleated chiffon dress embodies the fluidity and femininity of his ear...
1990s Karl Lagerfeld Red Silk Floral Dress
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1990s Karl Lagerfeld dress. Red silk with distorted Blue, beige and green all over floral print. Sweetheart neckline with faux double breasted red buttons with KL engraved. Elbow len...
$2,712Sale Price|20% Off
CHANEL 17A Runway Paris Cosmopolite black tweed double breasted tuxedo jacket
By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL 17A Runway Paris Cosmopolite black tweed double breasted tuxedo jacket FR44 Reference: BMPA/A00267 Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Model: P56950V41202 Collection: Pre-F...
F/W 1993 Karl Lagerfeld Dark Green Backless Halter Point Hem Chiffon Dress 38IT
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This incredible deep green dress by Karl Lagerfeld is from the Fall/Winter 1993 collection and features an intricate skirt design featured heavily on the season's runway. This ultra-...
1990's Karl Lagerfeld Black Mini Dress with Beaded Bodice
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1990's Karl Lagerfeld sleeveless cocktail mini dress with fabulous beading throughout. Necklace and sleeves trimmed in red beading. Deconstructed abstract green, red, yellow, blue an...
Chanel 1987 Veste Tailleur FR38 Quilted Graphic Script Ensemble Suit UK10 US6
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel jacket SS1987 collection by Karl Lagerfeld skirt suit in quilted cotton canvas with CC and Chanel logo and symbol pattern, camellia, rue Cambon 5 ... on a background of wide r...
CHANEL 11A Fantasy Tweed black silver checkered asymmetric collar jacket FR44 XL
By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL 11A Fantasy Tweed black silver checkered asymmetric collar jacket FR44 XL Reference: BMPA/A00185 Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Collection: 11A Material: Wool, Blend C...
CHANEL 10A Paris Shanghai Runway black metallic checked qipao coat FR40
By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL 10A Paris Shanghai Runway black metallic checked qipao coat FR40 Reference: BMPA/A00270 Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Model: P38768V27959 Collection: 10A Metier 'Art ...
$665Sale Price|30% Off
CHANEL multicolor 100% cotton CC logo data centre number print scarf
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL multicolor 100% cotton CC logo data centre number print scarf Reference: KEDG/A00262 Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Material: Cotton Color: Multicolour Pattern: Photog...
F/W 1994 Karl Lagerfeld Open-Front Plunging Navy Wool Coat Dress F36
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Karl Lagerfeld navy wool coat dress from the Fall/Winter 1994 collection features a bold open-front design with a plunging neckline. The tailored silhouette includes sharp lapel...
1980S KARL LAGERFELD CHLOE Gun Metal Silk Ruffle Sleeves Dress With Beaded Butt
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in New York, NY
1980S KARL LAGERFELD CHLOE Gun Metal Silk Ruffle Sleeves Dress With Beaded Buttons
Chanel Most Wanted 96A Fall 1996 Braided Trim Runway CC Logo Jacket Coat 40 New
By Chanel Boutique, Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Merced, CA
Chanel runway Vintage jacket from Fall 1996 collection adorned with Chanel gripoix buttons with CC logo. This is rare to find in this condition.
$165Sale Price|44% Off
vintage KARL LAGERFELD purple wool graphic button paneled blazer skirt suit FR36
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Hong Kong, NT
vintage KARL LAGERFELD purple wool graphic button paneled blazer skirt suit FR36 Reference: GIYG/A00061 Brand: Karl Lagerfeld Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Material: Wool Color: Purple Pa...
Vintage Karl Lagerfeld 4604 Marble Gold & Fuchsia 1980 Germany Sunglasses
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Baleares, Baleares
Amazing pair of vintage 1980's Karl Lagerfeld gold & fuchsia mosaic sunglasses framing a pair of amber lenses. This pair may show minor sign of wear due to storage. A true fash...
CHANEL navy black rayon wool blend draped pleated shift dress FR36 S
By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL navy black rayon wool blend draped pleated shift dress FR36 S Reference: TGAS/E00532 Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Material: Rayon, Blend Color: Black Pattern: Solid ...
Vintage Karl Lagerfeld 3601 White & Gold 1990's Sunglasses
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Baleares, Baleares
Vintage 1990’s Karl Lagerfeld sunglasses. White black with gold temples frame holding a spotless pair of smoke grey lenses. New, never used or displayed this pair of vintage Karl L...
New Vintage Karl Lagerfeld L3802 Round Marble 80's Made In Germany Sunglasses
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Baleares, Baleares
Striking pair of vintage Karl Lagerfeld Round dark green marbled sunglasses sporting a pair of purple lenses. Superb design emulating ancient greek architecture. Front : 14 cms L...
New Vintage Karl Lagerfeld 3601 White & Gold 1990's Sunglasses
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Baleares, Baleares
New Vintage 1990’s Karl Lagerfeld sunglasses. White black with gold temples frame holding a spotless pair of smoke grey lenses. New, never used or displayed this pair of vintage Ka...
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Black Sequin Blazer Jacket
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Black Sequin Blazer Jacket Measurements taken laid flat, please double bust and waist: Shoulder: 16.53 inches (42 cm) Slee...
CHANEL 100% cashmere silver-tone CC turnlock 4 pocket long cardigan FR34 XS
By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL 100% cashmere black silver-tone CC turnlock 4 pocket long cardigan FR34 XS Reference: YIKK/A00306 Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Collection: 2010 Material: Cashmere Co...
Karl Lagerfield Yellow Apricot Blazer Size 40
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Karl Lagerfield jacket is composed of an apricot hued fabric. There are center front button closures. In excellent condition. Made in France. *...
New Vintage Karl Lagerfeld L3802 Round Marble Gold 80's Germany Sunglasses
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Baleares, Baleares
Striking pair of vintage Karl Lagerfeld Round dark green marbled sunglasses sporting a pair of purple lenses. Superb design emulating ancient greek architecture. Front : 14 cms L...
New Vintage Karl Lagerfeld 4123 Oval Matte Gold 1990 France Sunglasses
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Baleares, Baleares
New Vintage amazing pair of vintage 1980's 4123 Karl Lagerfeld oval matte gold sunglasses framing a pair of light grey lenses. New, never worn or displayed. Designed and produced ...
Karl Lagerfeld Silk Slip Dress 1990s
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black silk slip style dress by Karl Lagerfeld. It consists of 3 layers- the top of lace with a leather trimmed pointed hem over a layer of semi sheer silk with a straight ...
1960s Tiziani Couture by Karl Lagerfeld Black and Ivory Needlepoint Mod Jacket
By Karl Lagerfeld, Tiziani
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Remarkably, Karl Lagerfeld has not always been renowned. His early work for Italian label Tiziani Roma portends his legendary design career as exampled by this mod jacket. A skillful...
New Vintage Karl Lagerfeld Marble Black & White L3605 1980 Germany Sunglasses
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Baleares, Baleares
Amazing pair of New vintage 1980's L3605 Karl Lagerfeld black & white black mosaic sunglasses framing a pair of grey lenses. New, never worn or displayed. This pair may show minor...
Chanel 2015 Robe Cachemire FR44 Ecru Cashmere and Pearls Dress UK16 US14
By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel Fall Winter 2015 collection dress (called "Brasserie Gabrielle") mid-length in ultra-soft ecru cotton and cashmere (47%), straight shape, round neck edged with white fancy hal...
$840Sale Price|20% Off
Chanel Colourful Pattern Top
By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Chanel colourful pattern top. - Size 42.
1980S KARL LAGERFELD Black & Green Silk Crepe De Chine Modernist Print Kimono S
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in New York, NY
Elastic waist will fit up to a size 12 1980S KARL LAGERFELD Black & Green Silk Crepe De Chine Modernist Print Kimono Sleeve Dress
Karl Lagerfeld Purple Mini Dress, Size 40
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Product details: The dress is designed by Karl Lagerfeld, it features collar, front button design, long sleeves and mini length, zipper on the sleeves and rear zip and button closure.
CHANEL 07A Runway white multicolor tweed chain trimmed sleeve dress FR36 S
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL 07A Runway white multicolor tweed chain trimmed sleeve dress FR36 S Reference: TGAS/E00511 Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Collection: 07S - Runway Material: Cotton, Wo...
CHANEL 2001 Vintage black CC logo sleeveless white trim knit polo top FR40 L
By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL 2001 Vintage black CC logo sleeveless white trim knit polo top FR40 L Reference: TGAS/G00009 Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Collection: 2001 Material: Viscose, Cotton ...
CHANEL lattice lacquered tweed bead embellished Lion CC button jacket FR42 L
By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL lattice lacquered tweed bead embellished Lion CC button jacket FR42 L Reference: BMPA/A00180 Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Model: P36701V26556 Collection: Circa 2009 ...
Chanel Cashmere Cardigan and Shell Twin Set
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in New Hope, PA
A midnight blue cashmere and silk blend cardigan has a burgundy edge at the neckline and purple bands in decreasing widths on the body. There are five black Chanel logo buttons at th...
Chanel SS2011 Robe FR38 White Viscose Minimal Dress US8
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel dress SS2011 collection in light white viscose crepe (barely ecru), round neck, short sleeves, mid-length, unlined, back closure with a zip and a hook, presented at the fashio...
CHANEL 17A Paris Cosmopolite black lamb quilted pearl button ankle boots EU39.5
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL 17A Paris Cosmopolite black lambskin quilted pearl button ankle boots EU39.5 Reference: VNWG/A00046 Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Collection: 17A Paris Cosmopolite Ma...
Karl Lagerfeld Dress with Cut outs 1980s
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Water Mill, NY
A stunning dramatic black full length dress, gown from Karl Lagerfeld. There are strategically placed black net covered cut-outs along the outer sleeves, midriff, decolletage and alo...
Chanel Black Wool Evening Dress
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Paris, FR
Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld Black wool evening dress featuring a detachable off-white inside collar, contrasted off-white cuffs, front pockets, gold-tone logo buttons, silk lining. Cir...
CHANEL 09C Runway Miami black sequin notched collar tailored blazer FR40 L
By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL 09C Runway Miami black sequin notched collar tailored blazer jacket FR40 L Reference: AEMA/A00169 Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Collection: Cruise 2009 Collection (09...
CHANEL 17A Runway Paris Cosmopolite tweed double breasted tuxedo jacket FR44
By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL 17A Runway Paris Cosmopolite black tweed double breasted tuxedo jacket FR44 Reference: BMPA/A00267 Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Model: P56950V41202 Collection: Pre-F...
CHANEL 15P Act 1 black lattice tweed CC button wrap little black jacket FR44 2XL
By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL 15P Act 1 black lattice tweed CC button wrap little black jacket FR44 2XL Reference: BMPA/A00199 Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Collection: 15P Act 1 Material: Cotton,...
Chanel 2013 Robe Tweed Gris Neuve FR44 Grey Tweed Dress UK16 US14 New with tag
By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel 2013 dress in light gray polyamide blend tweed trimmed with dark gray tweed, round neck, short sleeves, two side slit pockets, small black met...
rare CHANEL 2015 Runway Edelweiss flower embroidery circle pocket wool coat FR42
By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare CHANEL 2015 Runway Edelweiss flower embroidery circle pocket wool coat FR42 Reference: BMPA/A00262 Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Model: P51886W056888 Collection: 15A Me...
CHANEL 13K black lurex check tweed Globe CC button high low coat FR36 XS
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL 13K black lurex check tweed Globe CC button high low coat FR36 XS Reference: BMPA/A00209 Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Collection: 13K Material: Wool, Nylon Color: Bl...
CHANEL 2016 Runway gunmetal glitter black pleated tweed sleeveless dress FR42 L
By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL 2016 Runway gunmetal glitter black pleated tweed sleeveless dress FR42 L Reference: AEMA/A00125 Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Collection: 2016 - Runway Material: Poly...
Chanel PF2017 Top FR38 Black Jersey Gold Trimming Ritz T shirt US8
By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Top Chanel t-shirt collection Métiers d'Art or Pre Fall 2017 at the Ritz Paris, wide and slightly cropped shape in black cotton (soft and supple), round neck and short sleeves edged ...
KARL LAGERFELD Size 8 Black White Short Sleeve Knee-Length Dress
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in San Francisco, CA
KARL LAGERFELD dress features a timeless black and white colorway with elegant short sleeves and a knee-length skirt. Excellent Pre-Owned Condition. Marked: 8 Measurements: ...
Chanel 2005 Jean FR38 Shiny Black Denim Pants Jeans UK10 US28
By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel pants collection AH2005 by Karl Lagerfeld, straight and cropped jeans, in shiny black cotton and viscose denim-style canvas, low waist with belt loops, closed by a zip and a C...
KARL LAGERFELD Tribute Shirt by Takashi Murakami Limited Only 77 Pieces Size L
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in New York, NY
"A Tribute to Karl" honors Karl Lagerfeld’s legacy through his most iconic style: The white shirt. This limited-edition design has been customized by Japanese artist Takashi Muraka...
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Gold Logo Black Patent Leather Key Holder Wallet
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Gold Logo Black Patent Leather Key Holder Wallet Measurements: Height: 2.75 inches (7 cm) Width: 4.13 inches (10.5 cm) Features: - 100% Authentic KARL LAGER...
Chanel 2006 Gilet Veste Cachemire FR42 Cashmere Black Cardigan Jacket UK14 US12
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel cardigan from the Cruise 2006 collection (in Grand Central N.Y.) like a small jacket, in thick black cashmere, round neck, straight cut, 2 slit pockets on the hips, long sleev...