Karl Lagerfeld

Karl Otto Lagerfeld (10 September 1933 – 19 February 2019) was a renowned German fashion designer. Beginning his career in the 1950s, he worked for Balmain, Patou, and Chloé before transforming Chanel as its creative director from 1983 until his death. Lagerfeld revitalized Chanel, reestablishing it as a leading fashion house. He also served as creative director for Fendi and his own label, while collaborating on numerous fashion and art projects throughout his illustrious career.