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.
A Karl Lagerfeld Hammered Gilt Bracelet with Large Gripoix Amber Cabochon Jewel
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in valatie, NY
A Karl Lagerfeld Hammered Gilt Bracelet with Large Gripoix Amber Cabochon Jewel. Karl Lagerfeld masterfully revitalized the use of Gripoix poured glass jewels. He used vibrant, color...
Gilt Metal
Karl Lagerfeld Rare Cuff Bracelet
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in valatie, NY
Karl Lagerfeld Rare Cuff Bracelet. The KARL LAGERFELD Brand was launched in 1984, his namesake fashion house blends classic Parisian tailoring with...
Gilt Metal
Karl Lagerfeld Weiner Werkstatte Style Cuff
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in New York, NY
Massive Karl Lagerfeld Weiner Werkstatte cuff in silver toned metal with foiled cabochons in hammered carnelian pate de verre. Huge in scale with arr...
Silver Plate
Karl Lagerfeld Black Enamel Gold Corset Bracelet 1990's
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Wallkill, NY
Massive Lagerfeld Cuff, New Old Stock. Hallmarked KL Black enamel with Gold Cris Cross Corset Motif. Measures 2.10 in /53.49mm wide. Hinged opening. Large Statement piece that was p...
Gold, Enamel, Gilt Metal
Vintage Karl Lagerfeld Gold Tone Cuff Bracelet, Circa 1980s, 286g
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Karl Lagerfeld Large Gold Tone Cuff Bracelet. Unsigned and Gorgeous, but very Lagerfeld. Substantial and detailed, with a heavy feel. If you are smaller, I have a way to m...
Mixed Metal
Karl Lagerfeld Cage Bracelet Never worn 1990s
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Wallkill, NY
Massive Karl Lagerfeld Gold tone Cuff Bracelet. Nice scale 2.05 wide. This is out of a massive collection of Hopi, Zuni, Navajo, Southwestern, sterling silver, (costume jewelry that ...
Gilt Metal
Chanel Vintage Silvertone Cuff Bracelet "Chanel Paris" Spring 1996
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage silvertone cuff bracelet engraved with "CHANEL PARIS". Spring 1996 Collection. Marked CHANEL 96 P Made in France. Indicative measurements : diameter approx. 7...
$960Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Beaded Faux Pearl Mohawk Statement Bracelet by Karl Lagerfeld, 1980s
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - 8.5" length - 1.1" width - Simulated black and golden gripoix pearls - Gold plated hardware - Hidden push box clasp - By Karl Lagerfeld (double signed on clasp...
Chanel Black Leather Wide Coco Unisex Double Buckle Cuff Bracelet FW 2001
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL black leather unisex statement cuff bracelet from the Fall Winter 2001 Collection. Black leather body with grey C O C O lettering. Double gold tone buckle closure emboss...
Karl Lagerfeld KL Cuff Bracelet
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Paris, FR
Rare Karl Lagerfeld Resin Cuff Condition: very good Made in France Material: resin Color: ecru, blue, yellow, brown Dimensions: circle 8 cm x height 7.5 cm Details : signed KL. This...
$1,280Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage 1980s Karl Lagerfeld Gilt & Enamel "LAGERFELD" Statement Bangle Bracelet
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in McKinney, TX
- Rare, extra large, oversized statement piece - Drenched in black enamel and heavy gold plate - 2.75" diameter - 1.25" tall - By Karl Lagerfeld - Marked "KL" on interior - Circa 198...
Enamel
1980s Karl Lagerfeld 18k Gold Plated & Costume Stone Textured Cuff Bracelet
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Embrace the bold statement of the 1980s with this exquisite Karl Lagerfeld 18k Gold Plated & Costume Stone Textured Cuff Bracelet. This unique piece features two stunning costume gre...
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD KL Logo Button Novelty Cuff Bracelet
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD KL Logo Button Novelty Cuff Bracelet Measurements: Height: 1.14 inches (2.9 cm) Inner Circumference: 6.88 inches (17.5 cm) Features: - 100% Authentic KARL LA...
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD KL Logo Multi Strand Two Tone Pearl Cuff Bracelet
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD KL Logo Multi Strand Two Tone Pearl Cuff Bracelet Measurements: Height: 2.36 inches (6 cm) Wearable Length: 8.26 inches (21 cm) Features: - 100% Authentic KA...
$960Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage 1980s Karl Lagerfeld Gilt & Enamel "LAGERFELD" Skinny Bangle Bracelet
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in McKinney, TX
- Rare vintage piece - Heavy gold plate - Black enamel detail - 2.75" diameter - .7" tall - By Karl Lagerfeld - Marked "KL" on interior - Circa 1980s - Made in France - Excellent vintage condition PROVENANCE: From the estate of a Manhattan socialite, whose highly curated collection of vintage costume and designer jewelry was accumulated over several decades of opulent adventures. During her heyday in the 1970s and 1980s, she carefully acquired unique statement pieces from coveted high-end designer labels like Chanel, Givenchy, Karl Lagerfeld, YSL, Christian Lacroix, Dior and more. Her eye for quality and penchant for oversized bijoux make this collection truly unique. Every item from this elite collection is a piece of design history and an investment quality work of wearable art. True lovers of the finest vintage costume and runway jewelry...
Enamel
Karl Lagerfeld Cuff Bracelet in Beige Bakelite Ornamented with Fans
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Lagerfeld - Bracelet in black bakelite ornamented with fans in gold-plated metal. Additional information: Condition: Good condition Dimensions: Wrist circumference: 19 cm Seller Re...
Karl Lagerfeld Cuff Bracelet in Beige Bakelite
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Lagerfeld - Cuff bracelet in beige bakelite ornamented with engraved pieces in gold-plated metal. Additional information: Condition: Good condition Dimensions: Wrist circumference: ...
Vintage Runway KARL LAGERFELD Spelled Rhinestones Mesh Bracelet
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage Runway KARL LAGERFELD Spelled Rhinestones Mesh Bracelet Measurements: Height: 1 4/8 inches Wearable Length: 7 4/8 inches Features: - 100% Auth...
Karl Lagerfeld Cuff Bracelet in Beige Bakelite
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Lagerfeld - Cuff bracelet in beige bakelite ornamented with pieces and fans in engraved golden metal. Additional information: Condition: Good condition Dimensions: Wrist circumferen...
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Gold Oval KL Logo Silver Filigree Cuff Bracelet
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Gold Oval KL Logo Silver Filigree Cuff Bracelet Measurements: Height: 2.36 inches (6 cm) Inner Circumference: 6.53 inche...
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD "Karl 4 Now" Cutout Cuff Bracelet
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD "Karl 4 Now" Cutout Cuff Bracelet Measurements: Height: 1.85 inches (4.7 cm) Inner Circumference:6.42 inches (16.3 cm) Features: - 100% Authentic KARL LAGER...
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Logo Wax Seal Coin Medallion Cuff Bracelet
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Logo Wax Seal Coin Medallion Cuff Bracelet Measurements: Height: 2.36 inches (6 cm) Inner Circumference: 7.28 inches (18.5 cm) Features: - 100% Authentic KA...
$837Sale Price|20% Off
Karl Lagerfeld Vintage Iconic Gold Tone and Black Enamel Cuff Bracelet
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Nice, FR
KARL LAGERFELD vintage iconic cuff bracelet featuring textured gold tone "L A G E R F E L D" lettering on a black enamel background. Embossed KL. Indicative measurements : inner ci...
Karl Lagerfeld "Karl 4 Now" Gold-Tone Cuff Bracelet circa 1990s
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The "Karl 4 Now" Gold-Tone Cuff Bracelet from the 1990s by Karl Lagerfeld epitomizes the bold, luxurious aesthetic that defined the era. Crafted with a striking gold-tone finish, thi...
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Modernist Spiral Rhinestone Cuff Bracelet
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Modernist Spiral Rhinestone Cuff Bracelet Measurements: Height (Large Medallion): 0.98 inch (2.5 cm) Circumference: 23.62 inches (60 cm) Features: - 100% Aut...
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Name Chunky Cuff Bracelet
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Name Chunky Cuff Bracelet Features: - 100% Authentic KARL LAGERFELD. - Hammered, concaved and rigid bracelet. - Accentuated with raised LAGERFELD throughout t...
Vintage Chanel Sterling Silver Cuff Bracelet by Karl Lagerfeld, 1990s
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A stunning and weight solid sterling silver statement Vintage Chanel Silver Cuff. Large and bold and crafted in solid silver. Finished with th...
Sterling Silver
Vintage Swarovski Gold & Crystal Cuff Bracelet 1980s
By Swarovski
Located in Wilmslow, GB
What a beauty! A substantial and super stylish Vintage Swarovski Crystal Cuff. Since 1895, founder Daniel Swarovski’s mastery of crystal cutting has served to define the company and ...
$960Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Beaded Faux Pearl Mohawk Statement Bracelet by Karl Lagerfeld, 1980s
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - 8.5" length - 1.1" width - Simulated black and golden gripoix pearls - Gold plated hardware - Hidden push box clasp - By Karl Lagerfeld (double signed on clasp...
Antique Floral Silver Bangle Bracelet
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Artisan style collector's piece made with high relief, this German silver bangle bracelet has a raised three dimensional floral design around its full length. Roaring twenties and st...
Silver
10 Pointer Each 5.5 Ct Eternity 18 Kt Gold & Diamond Stretchable Bangle, Italy
Located in New York, NY
Iconic and stylish, this flexible diamond bangle bracelet is designed to make a statement. Crafted from 18K White, Yellow, or Rose Gold, with round brilliant cut diamonds, it effortl...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Chanel Vintage Gold Plated Cuff Bracelet with Blue Stone, Circa 1980s
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France Gold Plated The bracelet is in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box *Note: listing reflects a set which is incorrect. Listing i...
Gold
$23,975
W 0.63 in Dm 2.38 in
Masriera 18KT Gold & Plique-a-Jour Enamel Bangle Bracelet with .94Ct. Diamonds
By Luis Masriera
Located in New York, NY
From the house of the prolific Art Nouveau designer, Luis Masriera comes a long tradition of prestige, creativity and unparalleled craftsmanship. These stylistically distinctive work...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Enamel
15.5 ct Fancy Cut Diamond Bracelet in 18K White Gold
By Ri Noor
Located in Houston, TX
15.5 ct Fancy Cut Diamond Bracelet featuring a gorgeous array of diamonds in various cuts set in 18k White Gold.
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
David Yurman 18k Gold Sterling Silver Sapphire Station Cable Cuff Bracelet
By David Yurman
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This David Yurman 5 mm cable bracelet is crafted in sterling silver and 18k yellow gold, incorporating the brand’s well known twisted cable design with a central diamond station. The...
Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
1980s Vintage CHANEL Gold Toned Multicolored Gripoix Poured Glass Bracelet Cuff
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
1980s vintage Chanel gold toned cuff bangle adorned with faceted and cabochon Gripoix poured glass. Stamped 25 made in France. Inner circumference measures approximately 16 cm Width ...
1980s Vintage CHANEL Gold Toned Multicolored Gripoix Poured Glass Bracelet Cuff
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
1980s Chanel gold toned cuff bangle adorned with 17 multicolored Gripoix. Stamped 26 made in France. Circumference measures approximately 16 cm Width 3.3 cm Opening 1.6 cm. Comes wit...
Vintage CHANEL by Karl LAGERFELD Iconic Statement LOGO Cuff Rare 1980s
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A rare and simply iconic vintage Chanel Cut Out Logo Cuff by Karl Lagerfeld. RARE condition without cracks or peeling. Dating to the 1980s with Vi...
Vintage Karl Lagerfeld 24k gold plated cuff brush bracelet, 1980s
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 24k gold plated cuff bracelet by Karl Lagerfeld finished with artist brushes. Signed. KL monogram. Period: 1980s Diameter: 6.5cm Condition: Goo...
24k Gold, Gold Plate
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Spelled Enamel Cuff Bracelet
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Spelled Enamel Cuff Bracelet Measurements: Height: 1.3 inches (3.3 cm) Inner Circumference: 7.87 inches(20 cm) Features: - 100% Authentic KARL LAGERFELD. - C...
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Address Bangle Bracelet
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Address Bangle Bracelet Measurements: Height: 0.29 inch (0.75 cm) Circumference: 6.88 inches (17.5 cm) Features: - 100...
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Spelled Enamel Cuff Bracelet
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Spelled Enamel Cuff Bracelet Measurements: Height: 1.3 inches (3.3 cm) Inner Circumference: 7.87 inches(20 cm) Features: - 100% Authentic KARL LAGERFELD. - C...
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Spell Out Clamper Cuff Bracelet
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Spell Out Clamper Cuff Bracelet Measurements: Height: 1.81 inches (4.6 cm) Inner Circumference: 6.69 inches (17 cm) Features: - 100% Authentic KARL LAGERFELD. - Rigid cuff bracelet with spelled out LAGERFELD and open work detailing. - Matte gold tone. - Clamper style...
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Pearl Enamel Stack of 3 Bangles Cuff Bracelet
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Pearl Enamel Stack of 3 Bangles Cuff Bracelet Measurements: Height: 0.40 inch (1 cm) each Circumference: 7.87 inches (20cm...
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Bamboo Multi Strand Pearl Cuff Bracelet
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Bamboo Multi Strand Pearl Cuff Bracelet Measurements: Height: 2.16 inches (5.5 cm) Wearable Length: 7.28 inches (18.5 cm) Features: - 100% Authentic KARL LAG...
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Spelled Out Pearl Flower Fence Wide Cuff Bracelet
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Spelled Out Pearl Flower Fence Wide Cuff Bracelet Measurements: Height: 2.16 inches (5.5 cm) Wearable Length: 6.69 inches (17 cm) to 7.67 inches (19.5 cm) Fe...
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Mailing Address Postage Stamp Cuff Bracelet
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Mailing Address Postage Stamp Cuff Bracelet Measurements: Height: 1.53 inches (3.9 cm) Inner Circumference: 6.49 inches (16.5 cm) ...
Karl Lagerfeld chunky gold cuff with turquoise cabochons
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Karl Lagerfeld chunky gold cuff with turquoise cabochons, this hinged cuff bracelet is wide and weighty. Approximately 2 1/8" high x 2 1/2" across at the hinge inside. In very good-e...
Chanel Wood & Gilt Metal Bangle Bracelet, Circa 1984-1989
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Geneva, CH
In natural blond wood with several gilt metal hammered cabochons, this vintage Chanel cuff bracelet is a stunning piece of sophisticated, ...
Gilt Metal
CHANEL Autumn 2000 CC Emblem Wide Tan Camel Black Polka Dot Resin Cuff Bracelet
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Thiensville, WI
Chanel Autumn 2000 tan and black polka dot "CC" resin/acrylic cuff bracelet. Cuff is wide (measures approximately 1 3/4"W) tan/camel colored resin with black polka dots (measure appr...