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.” From his first collection at Chanel — after joining the brand in the early 1980s — he injected the venerable house with a frisson of modernity. Vintage Karl Lagerfeld designs for Chanel handbags, evening dresses, coats, jewelry and other clothing and accessories riffed on its iconography — tweed skirt suits, pearls, camellias — accenting a lexicon of Chanel-isms with tastes of the moment.
During his five-decade career as a designer 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.
Lagerfeld 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, he 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, Lagerfeld 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.
Lagerfeld’s collections for the brand 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), he used each season’s inspiration to conceive Chanel’s signatures anew.
Lagerfeld revived the house's ballet flats and thoroughly embraced the classic logo's interlocking CCs, which became a common and immediately recognizable feature of Chanel flap bags. Many of the rare Chanel bags much sought after today — and Chanel bags of the 1990s, generally — are objects of pure fantasy conjured up by the late couturier.
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.
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1990s CHANEL Black Bustier , Skirt and detachable Sleeves
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel Boutique
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1998 3 pcs Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld Black Crepe Bustier Corset and Creme bustle skirt with detachable sleeves and short sash that you can style it as a strap or scarf. Perfect for We...
Chanel SS 2015 Pastel Boucle Tweed Shift Dress with Fringe
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sweet as can be Chanel Spring/Summer 2015 midi dress. Classic and playful Lagerfeld Chanel, this delightful boucle tweed dress gets a fresh twist with the fringed hem. Preppy shades ...
CHANEL silk floral turquoise dress Spring 1997
By Chanel Boutique, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Rubiera, RE
CHANEL Spring 1997 Collection Silk dress with floral print. Turquoise background, yellow flowers, and pink petals with black "Chanel-Coco logo and double C". Short sleeves, V-neck, ...
Orange and white Tweed sleeveless dress CHANEL
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Orange and white Tweed sleeveless dress. Main fabric composition: 61% rayon, 16% wool, 13% cotton, 8% nylon, 2% acrylic. Silk branded lining. Branded button and buttonhole closure o...
Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld S/S 2003 Floral Print "CC" Chanel logos Halter Dress
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld spring-summer 2003 collection halter dress with adjustable string, floral print in cream and blue, floral print with "CC" Chanel logos. Fabric 90% polyamide,...
Chanel F/W 1991 Vintage Black Pearl Embellished Mini Dress
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Chanel F/W 1991 black dress with faux pearl “necklace” embellishment — a beautifully documented runway piece, also pictured in the official collection catalog on Linda Evangelista. ...
CHANEL 2011 Saint-Tropez Cruise Cashmere Dress 36 (small)
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Port Hope, ON
This beautiful 2011 Saint-Tropez Cruise Collection is made of 100% cashmere embroidered with white cotton guipure crochet/lace. The dress was in 2011 resort fashion runway and modele...
Chanel 98 Iridescent Dragonfly Logo Print Silk Chiffon Sheer Overlay Maxi Dress
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Morongo Valley, CA
Spring 1998 Chanel long dress in layered silk chiffon. Constructed with a semi-sheer iridescent purple silk chiffon overlay printed with a dragonfly motif, layered over a coordinati...
Chanel Lagerfeld Sleeveless Tweed Dress
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Sharon, CT
From the 2001 Collection. Four pockets in front. Hounds Tooth Tweed. Botton down Front. Chanel branded silk linning.
Off-white wool cocktail dress with top-stitched pleats and zip Chanel
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Off-white wool cocktail dress with top-stitched pleats in the middle front and detachable sleeves. 100% branded silk lining. Silk chiffon inset sleeves. Branded zipper Pull in the mi...
Chanel Karl Lagerfeld Spring 1996 printed cotton dress
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in CANNES, FR
Chanel X Karl Lagerfeld Spring/Summer 1996 Ready-to-Wear Collection Sky blue cotton sleeveless zip dress with printed motifs. Size 40. (Very small stains at the collar).
2000s Chanel Black and White Sequin Mini Dress with Cardigan
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Chanel black and white sequin knit sleeveless dress with cardigan. Perfect for rehearsal dinner or cocktail partyl. Marked size 36 Fit US 2/4 Dress and Cardigan in Excellent conditio...
Chanel 97P Spring 1997 Most Wanted Runway Logo Runway Alpha Coco Print Dress
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Chanel 97P Spring 1997 Most Wanted Runway Logo Runway Alpha Coco Print Dress Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel Collection: 1997 spring / summer Country of production: France Chanel style: 97...
Chanel Fall 2010 Origami Trim Linen & Alpaca Dress
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in London, GB
Gorgeous Chanel raw edge trim dress from the Fall 2010 collection. Worn once. Made from soft, open weave grey linen and alpaca with super soft silk lining. It has gorgeously structur...
S/S 2000 Chanel Floral Print 'CC' Dress
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Be like Carrie Bradshaw! - Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld Floral 'CC' Dress - Spring 2000 Collection, print seen on the runway - Blue nylon sleeveless fitted dress - Vibrant multicolor f...
Denim skirt - bustier dress Show piece Chanel SS 2013
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Denim skirt - bustier dress Show piece worn by Cara Delevigne. Fabric composition: 100% cotton. Zip in the middle back with branded zip puller and branded button. Boned cotton busti...
Red chiné tweed sleeveless dress Chanel
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Red chiné tweed sleeveless dress. Zip in the middle back with hook&eye. Fabric composition: 95% wool, 5% silk. Branded lining: 100% silk. SIZE: 38 (Fr) 8 (Us)
Black rayon jersey slip dress CHANEL
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black rayon jersey slip dress. Fabric composition: 90% rayon, 10% nylon. SIZE 38 (Fr) M
UNWORN Chanel Monochrome CC Logo Button Skirt Top Set Ensemble as Dress 38
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Switzerland, CH
Bodyhugging signature ensemble by Chanel Set of 2 pieces - skirt & top So versatile - can be worn together for a dress-like style or combined with other items A timeless classic ...
Chanel Cruise 2018 Greece Collection Navy Tweed Jacket Dress FR 36 Documented
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Woodland Hills, CA
Chanel Cruise 2018 Greece Collection Navy Tweed Jacket Dress FR 36 Description: An exceptional documented Chanel jacket from the Spring Resort 2018 “Cruise Greece” Collection, desig...
Chanel. Elegant cashmere sweater dress, plus size (50 UK)
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
✨ Chanel. Elegant Cashmere Sweater Dress, Plus Size (UK 50) ✨ For sale: This luxurious and cozy Chanel dress, made of 100% cashmere, is the perfect choice for those who value comfor...
CHANEL Embellished Striped Beaded Cashmere Blend Tunic Kaftan Mini Dress 34
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Switzerland, CH
Striped signature cashmere mix dress by Chanel So versatile, can be worn as a dress, tunic, top etc. A timeless classic Simply slips on Amazing multicolor beading on hem, sleeves, ne...
Chanel Pre-Fall 2009 'Paris-Moscow' Dogtooth Dress
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in London, GB
Utterly incredible archival Chanel dress from the Pre-Fall 2009 Metiers D’Art ‘Paris-Moscow’ collection. Unworn. I have the matching jacket listed also. It has a cream silk top with ...
Chanel 97P Spring 1997 Most Wanted Runway Logo Dress 40 NWT
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel Boutique
Located in Merced, CA
Chanel Spring 1997 runway dress adorned with CC logo throughout and back closure with Chanel interlocking CC logo buttons. It is new with tag.
Chanel vintage 1988 pleated navy blue silk dress M
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Chanel Spring/Summer 1988 runway show silk navy blue dress , size Medium. Chanel dress is made of navy silk. Decorated with gold-tone chains. Fitted silhouette, pleated skirt...
Chanel Haute Couture Black Jersey Dress
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel -Black jersey dress with removable collar and cuffs. Bolduc number 50707. No size indicated, it corresponds to a 44FR/46FR. Additional infor...
2005 Chanel Ivory Boucle Fringed Coat Dress w/ Matching Camellia
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Gresham, OR
2005 Chanel ivory multi-fiber blend boucle weave coat dress in a tailored silhouette with front zippered closure and tuft fringe detail. Attached faux jacket with silver-tone camellia buttons. Matching original structured bow belt and detachable fabric camellia brooch...
UNWORN Chanel Signature CC Logo Enblem Knit Cashmere Mini Dress 38
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Switzerland, CH
Bodyhugging signature cashmere dress by Chanel A timeless classic Simply slips on Mint color with blue center Black trimming and COCO CHANEL "CC" logo Rib knit Finest cashmere knit 1...
CHANEL 07P Black Stretch Knit Crochet Classic Sleeveless Tank Shift Dress 38
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Chicago, IL
Designed by Karl Lagerfeld for the CHANEL spring 2007 collection. Variation in knit design add beautiful texture and elegant details to this classic...
Black dress in two differents kind of knit Chanel
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black dress in two differents kind of knit ( like a "trompe l'oeil" jacket and skirt) Fabric composition: 61% wool, 23% nylon, 16% mohair. Invisible zip on the left side. 2 branded ...
Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld S/S 1995 Midi Black Sleeveless Dress with Button
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Milano, IT
- Sold by SkofArchive - Designed by Karl Lagerfield - Spring-Summer 1995 - Midi Black Sleeveless Dress - Button up closure - Black Buttons with Gold "CC" Logo - Two Pockets on the f...
Brown leather dress with short-sleeves CHANEL
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Brown leather dress with short-sleeves. No lining. Branded button and buttonhole closure in the middle front. Pockets on both side. Cut-work. No lining. SIZE 40 (Fr) L
Chanel & Karl Lagerfeld 13c 2013 cruise Versailles dress CC logo buttons
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Chanel & Karl Lagerfeld 13c 2013 Versailles Cruise Dress, CC Logo Buttons Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel Collection: Chanel 2013 Versailles Cruise Resort Collection. Country of Origin: Fr...
Chanel by Karl Lagerfield Resort 2014 Silver Metallic Tweed & Lace Dress
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Caserta, IT
- Designed by Karl Lagerfield - Midi sheath dress, body-skimming silhouette, knee to mid-calf length - Silver/grey metallic boucle tweed - Grey cotton guipure lace with a repeating d...
UNWORN Chanel Multicolor Signature Gripoix Button Crochet Knit Dress Gown 34
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Switzerland, CH
A stunning knit dress by Chanel Dubai collection A timeless classic Featured in many editorials, seen on the runway and the AD campaign Finest crochet knit Scoop neck Beautiful Grip...
Chanel 2014 Black Ivory Tweed Combo Sleeveless Shift Dress
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Chanel 2014 Black Ivory Tweed Combo Sleeveless Shift Dress. From the Spring/Summer 2014 collection. Mini A-line dress. Crew neckline. Press-stud buttons fastening at back. Fringe a...
Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld red cashmere wool and faux fur dress, fw 2010
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in London, GB
▪ Chanel red cashmere wool knee-length dress ▪ Designed by Karl Lagerfeld ▪ Faux 'fantasy' fur skirt and sleeves ▪ Funnel neck backed with brown lambskin leather ▪ Two front pockets...
1990s CHANEL Pale Pink Wool Blazer Skirt Suit
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel Boutique
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage 90s Chanel blush pink /pale pink light wool suits lined in silk. Blazer has clear acrylic button. Skirt is knee length. Marked size: 42fr / Medium - Large Measurement for Bla...
Chanel 2018 Greece Gold Leather White Denim Mini Dress
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Chanel 2018 Greece Gold Leather White Denim Mini Dress size 36 good condition, see photos, there are some nuances Armpits: 40 cm / 15.75 in Hips: 45 cm / 17.72 in Length: 91 cm / ...
Chanel S/S 1998 CC Logo Dragonfly Print Crepe Mini Dress
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in BELLEVUE HILL, NSW
An archival piece from Karl Lagerfeld’s S/S 1998 collection, this Chanel mini dress features an all-over dragonfly motif incorporating subtle interlocking CC logos within the print, ...
Chanel cashmere dress, size 50 (plus size)
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
An elegant Chanel cashmere dress, size 50 (plus size), is for sale. The perfect choice for those who value comfort and luxury! This Chanel dress is a true find for lovers of high-qu...
Chanel F/W 2009 by Karl Lagerfeld turnlock belted runway black dress
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel Fall Winter 2009 runway leather turnlock belted dress by Karl Lagerfeld, removable leather belt, large CC logo, size 36 FR it fits US 0 up to slim US 4. CC logo crystals butto...
Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld orange bouclé wool dress and jacket set, fw 1995
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in London, GB
▪ Chanel orange bouclé wool dress and jacket set ▪ Designed by Karl Lagerfeld ▪ Mid-length sheath dress with v-neck ▪ Back vent with gold 'CC' buttons ▪ Silk lining ▪ Unlined ...
Rare CHANEL Deep Cleavage Black Crochet Knit Midi Cocktail Dress LBD 38
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Switzerland, CH
Lovely interpretation of the timeless Chanel classic little black dress A true Chanel signature piece that will last for many years Bodyhugging fit with a sexy deep cleavage So versa...
Chanel S/S 1997 floral print Kate Moss runway dress
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Rare Chanel Spring Summer 1997 runway floral print dress, buttons porcelain effect, CC logo. Size 38 FR, iconic similar as seen on Kate Moss. Perfect Summer dress.
Chanel 2016 Ribbon Embellished Mini Dress Little Black Dress 36
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Merced, CA
Chanel ribbon embellished little black dress with Chanel interlocking CC logo emblem and from pockets. This is pre-owned in excellent condition.
CHANEL Embellished Striped Beaded Cashmere Blend Tunic Kaftan Mini Dress 42
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Switzerland, CH
Striped signature cashmere mix dress by Chanel So versatile, can be worn as a dress, tunic, top etc. A timeless classic Simply slips on Amazing multicolor beading on hem, sleeves, ne...
2009 Chanel 09P Dress
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Chanel 09P Dress Shoulders: 60 cm ≈ 23.6 in Armpits: 58 cm ≈ 22.8 in Length: 77 cm ≈ 30.3 in Mannequin: 84.5 cm x 62 cm x 91 cm Mannequin: 33.35 in x 24.49 in x 35.79 in Size 38...
2007 Chanel 07C Black dress
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Chanel 07C dress 2007 mannequin 84.5 cm x 62 cm x 91 cm mannequin 33.35 in x 24.49 in x 35.79 in Armpits: 36 cm / 14.17 inches Length: 99cm / 38.98 inches Hips: 80 cm / 31.50 inches
Chanel By Karl Lagerfeld Red Tweed Day Dress With Fancy Belt 2007
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer a vintage Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld red and white tweed day dress featuring chest front pockets with flaps, a folding collar, a hidden button ...
Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld orange and brown knit and tweed jacket dress, fw 1995
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in London, GB
▪ Chanel orange and brown rib knit wool dress ▪ Designed by Karl Lagerfeld ▪ Checked boucle jacket attached to front of dress ▪ CC logo buttons ▪ 4 front pockets ▪ Long knitted ...
Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld Cruise 2004 White Cotton Sleeveless Midi Dress
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Milano, IT
- Designed by Karl Lagerfield - Cruise 2004 Collection - Midi Dress - Sleeveless - V-Neck - Zipper Closure on the back - Made in France - Excellent Condition - Size: 40 FR - 44 IT - ...
2008 Chanel 08C silk dress
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Chanel 08C silk dress Dress type: Casual Condition Excellent Main part material: Silk Brand: Chanel Description size 40 French Shoulders: 51 cm / 20.08 in Underarm Width: 47 cm /...
Chanel 98P Spring 1998 Most wanted Cut Out Dress with CC Logo 40 Embroidery
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel Boutique
Located in Merced, CA
Chanel Midi dress in timeless black with white interlocking CC logo embroidery. It is adorned with cut out in front and back. This is rare to find.
Chanel black wool detachable sleeves dress, 2010s
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel black ribbed wool midi dress by Karl Lagerfeld. Scoop neck, long detachable sleeves. Period: 2010s Size: FR 34 Composition: 100% wool. Condition: very good. Please note, o...
Chanel New with Tag 15A 2015 Cashmere Runway Dress 38 Fabric Swatch
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Merced, CA
Chanel most wanted Cashmere dress from Chanel Fall 2015 runway collection. It is adorned with Chanel interlocking CC logo emblem and back zip. It is n...
Chanel Black and White Wool Dress
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel -(Made in France) Black and white wool and black leatherette dress. Size 38FR. Additional information: Dimensions: Shoulder width: 42 cm, Chest: 45 cm, Waist: 37 cm, Length:...
UNWORN Chanel 2004 Grey Cashmere Blend Skirt Top Set Ensemble as Dress 38
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Switzerland, CH
Bodyhugging signature cashmere blend ensemble by Chanel Designed by Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel P/F 2004 Set of 2 pieces - skirt & top So versatile - can be worn together for a dress-l...
Chanel Karl Lagerfeld Spring 1997 printed floral dress
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in CANNES, FR
Chanel X Karl Lagerfeld Spring/Summer 1997 Ready-to-Wear Collection Cotton dress printed with a multicolored floral motif. Size 40.
Black asymmetrical knit sleeveless dress with black & white inset lace Chanel
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black asymmetrical knit sleeveless dress with black & white inset lace. Main fabric composition: 66% rayon, 20% cotton, 14% nylon. Tiny branded brooch with black rhinestone on the le...