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.
KARL LAGERFELD Vintage Cut Out Hoop Earrings
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Nice, FR
KARL LAGERFELD vintage gold tone hoop earrings (clip-on) featuring an irregular shape faux resin pearl top and a cut out KARL LAGERFELD spelling pendant. Embossed KL. Indicative me...
Gilt Metal
KARL LAGERFELD Vintage Gold Tone Hoop Earrings
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Nice, FR
KARL LAGERFELD vintage gold tone hoop earrings (clip-on) embossed LAGERFELD and featuring a button design top. Embossed KL. Indicative measurements : height approx. 7.5 cm (2.95 in...
Gilt Metal
$1,200Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Oversized Karl Lagerfeld Parisian Office Address Hoop Earrings, 1980s
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in McKinney, TX
Rare couture piece, honoring the famous address of Karl Lagerfeld's headquarters at 14 Blvd De La Madeleine in Paris. The piece reads "Arret Lagerfeld 14 Meme Dimanches Et Fetes" -...
Karl Lagerfeld Logo Hoops
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in New York, NY
Karl Lagerfeld Gilt Logo Hoops for pierced ears. 1990's France. Excellent Condition. 1 1/2" x 1 7/8"
Gilt Metal
KARL LAGERFELD Vintage Cameo Logo Hoop Earrings
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Nice, FR
KARL LAGERFELD vintage gold tone hoop earrings (clip-on) featuring a brown resin cameo top with KL initials. Embossed KL. Indicative measurements : max. ...
Gilt Metal
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Pearl Spelled Out Openwork Hoop Dangling Earrings
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Pearl Spelled Out Openwork Hoop Dangling Earrings Measurements: Height: 3.15 inches (8 cm) Width: 2 inches (5.1 cm) Weight...
Tiffany & Co Platinum Victoria Diamond Vine Circle Earrings
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A stunning pair of platinum earrings by Tiffany & Co. from the Victoria Vine Circle collection. The earrings start with a single row of round brilliant c...
Diamond, Platinum
White Gold Round Hoop Earrings - 14k Pierced
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k White Gold Style: Hoop Fastening Type: Snap Closures Features: Hollow construction for comfortable, all-day wear Measurements Tall: 21/32" (16.4mm) Deep: 21/32"...
14k Gold, White Gold
TIFFANY & Co. Atlas 18K White Gold Diamond Hoop Earrings
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Atlas 18K White Gold Diamond Hoop Earrings Metal: 18K White Gold Weight: 14.40 grams Measurements: 16.5mm (0.65") in diameter across the hoop, 9.5mm(0.37") in width ...
Diamond, White Gold
Tiffany & Co. Diamond-set Hoops
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 2005, 18k, by Tiffany & Co., New York. These chic diamond hoops by Tiffany & Co. are all about the diamonds! Set with 2.79 carats of brilliant white diamonds (G color VS clari...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Co. 18K White Gold Streamerica Diamond Hoop Earrings
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Tiffany & Co. Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 18K White Gold Width: 6.00 mm Diameter: 17.45 mm Weight: 10.35 grams One pair of ladies 18K white gold diamond hoop huggy-st...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Co. Atlas Medallion 18 Karat Rose Gold Hoop Earrings
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Boca Raton, FL
These Tiffany & Co. Atlas Medallion hoop earrings are crafted in luminous 18K rose gold and feature the collection’s signature Roman numeral motif, inspired by the iconic Atlas clock...
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 1990s Tiffany & Co. Gold Double Hoop Earrings with Diamonds
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold and Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 0.70 carats. Signed by Tiffany & Co. Circa 1995 1 1/4 inch diameter
Diamond, 18k Gold
Pair of 18 Carat Yellow Gold and Diamond Boucheron Heart Ear Clips
By Boucheron
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A pair of 18-carat yellow gold ear clips with a graceful heart, below which two bands run down and back, all fully set with brilliant-cut diamonds (approx. 0.92 carats total). Signed...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$5,425 / set
W 0.34 in L 0.75 in
Fabergé Guilloche Enamel and Diamond Half Hoop Earrings in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Fabergé
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Absolutely stunning earrings designed by Fabergé. These exquisite half hoop huggie earrings are made of luxurious 18 karat yellow gold. The front is adorned with a polished red and b...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Vintage Roberto Coin Hoop Earrings
By Roberto Coin
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Designer: Roberto Coin Materials: 18K Rose & White Gold Gemstone: 0.35 cts round brilliant cut diamond Weight: 25.5 grams Measurement: 1" x 3/8" Hallmarks: 18k, Italy A pair of Roberto Coin hoop earrings from Cobra collection. Made of 18k rose gold, feature diamond. Serpent is one of Roberto Coin’s favorite creature. Roberto Coin Cobra collection includes snake bracelet, snake ring and earrings in different colors of gold. These Cobra earrings...
Diamond
7 Carat Total Weight Diamond Inside-Outside Oval Hoops in 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
Nothing says luxury like an incredible pair of diamond hoop earrings. These stunning brightly polished 14 karat white gold inside out oval-shaped hoop earrings feature a total of x r...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Handcrafted 14 Karat Yellow Gold Hammered Hoop Earrings
By I. Reiss
Located in Great Neck, NY
14 Karat Yellow Gold Hand-Crafted Matte and Hammer-Finished Ruffled 16mm Hoop Earrings, Accented with 0.12 Carats of Pave Set Diamonds.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Chanel clip-on earring, larg creole hanging oval pearl drop, gold-plated
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Stuttgart, DE
Creole ore hoops earrings with removable pearl drops by Chanel (Made in France), 24-carat gold-plated. The earrings were owend by Susan Gutfreund of NY, a good friend of K. L. A bea...
Pearl, Gold Plate
Karl Lagerfeld Satin Gold and Resin 1980s Hoop Earrings
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in New York, NY
An elegant pair of Karl Lagerfeld 1980s satin gold and cherry amber color resin half hoop earrings. The gold metal setting of the hoops are .5 of an inch wide and mounted with an irr...
Gold Plate
Vintage Massive KARL LAGERFELD Blue Enamel Creole Hoop Earrings
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage Massive KARL LAGERFELD Blue Enamel Creole Hoop Earrings Measurements: Height: 2.08 inches (5.3 cm) Width: 0.71 inch (1.8 cm) Weight per E...
Karl Lagerfeld KL Logo Hoop Clip Earrings
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Atlanta, GA
Stunning Karl Lagerfeld Paris signed clip-on earrings. Large hoop shape with geometric design in brushed gilt metal with texture and carving, topped with silvered metal carved "KL" l...
Gilt Metal
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD KL Logo Openwork Branch Hoop EarringsVintage KARL LAGERFE
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD KL Logo Openwork Branch Hoop Earrings Measurements: Height: 2.91 inches (7.4 cm) Width: 1.96 inches (5 cm) Weight per Earring: 27 grams Features: - 100% Auth...
Vintage Massive KARL LAGERFELD Profile Wax Seal Double Hoop Earrings
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage Massive KARL LAGERFELD Profile Wax Seal Double Hoop Earrings Measurements: Height: 3.93 inches (10 cm) Width: 2.52 inches (6.4 cm) Weight per Earring: 38 grams Features: - ...
Karl Lagerfeld Clip Earrings Orange Resin Hoop
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Atlanta, GA
Exquisite Karl Lagerfeld Paris signed clip-on earrings. Large hoop shape with geometric design in brushed gilt metal, topped with carved, faceted orange marble resin ornament. Marked...
Gilt Metal
Karl Lagerfeld 1980s Knocker Clip-On Earrings
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Snag yourself a piece of jewelry made by a fashion legacy! Circa 1980s, these Karl Lagerfeld door knocker earrings are gold plated and feature pointed trim detailing. Includes clip-o...
Karl Lagerfeld Vintage Massive Logo Hoop Earrings
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Nice, FR
KARL LAGERFELD vintage rare massive hoop earrings (clip-on) featuring a black resin ring with KL monogram charm in matte gold tone. Embossed KL. Indicative measurements : height ap...
Karl Lagerfeld Vintage Rare Cut Out Hoop Earrings
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Nice, FR
KARL LAGERFELD vintage rare hoop earrings (clip-on) featuring a faux pearl top and a huge cut out gold toned pendant. Embossed KL. Indicative measurements : length approx. 7.5 ...
Chanel Four-Leaf Clover Clip-On Hoop Earrings
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Geneva, CH
These signed "Chanel 94 Made in France" clip-on earrings are handcrafted from woven black leather within gilt metal. A cherished Coco's symbol that can only bring you luck ! Dimen...
Gilt Metal
1980s Karl Lagerfeld Hoop Earrings
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
These are a beautiful style of hoop, great design in the center of the earring. Signed KARL LAGERFELD~KL hoops, these are clip ons. They dangle almost 3 inches long and almost 2 inches wide. Gold plated. If you are a fan of a good hoop earring...