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Karl Lagerfeld was one of the most influential figures in fashion in the 20th century and the early 21st. Born in Hamburg, he made his name as a designer, photographer and creative director, noted for revitalizing historic houses such as Chanel and Fendi while running his eponymous label. His career covered both haute couture and prêt‑à‑porter, with positions in major ateliers and collaborations that shaped trends and brought contemporary luxury to market.

His personal image — white hair, dark sunglasses and gloves — became iconic, matched by a sharp, often acerbic stance within the fashion world. For decades he oversaw collections that fused tradition with modernity, drawing clients and celebrities and enhancing the prestige of the maisons he led. He also worked as a photographer and artist on a number of fashion projects.

Lagerfeld left a durable legacy in reworking classic codes and in professionalizing the creative director’s role. Widely credited with updating archives and communication strategies at the maisons, he influenced generations of designers and fashion executives and remained a touchstone for the capacity to reinvent established symbols.