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.
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD gold sapphire cherub designer runway clip on earrings
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed KARL LAGERFELD • gold tone with rhinestones • vintage designer runway earrings MEASUREMENTS • 1.33" by 0.75" CONDITION • excellent vintage condition with min...
Karl Lagerfeld Vintage Matte Bow Circle White Pearl Leaf Drop Gold Clip Earrings
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Wokingham, England
Karl Lagerfeld Vintage Matte Bow Fan Circle Round White Pearl Long Leaf Drop Clip Earrings, Gold Plated Very good condition. Light scratches or colour loss, barely noticeable. 100% ...
Gold Plate
KARL LAGERFELD Vintage Parisian Metro Station Sign Dangle Earrings
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Nice, FR
KARL LAGERFELD vintage gold tone dangle earrings (clip-on) featuring a Parisian metro station sign embellished with black enamel and an acrylic faux pearl drop Embossed KL. Indicat...
Gilt Metal
Karl Lagerfeld Vintage Classic Padlock Circle Logo Modernist Pierced Earrings
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Wokingham, England
Karl Lagerfeld Vintage Unisex Classic Padlock Circle Logo Modernist Chunky Drop Pierced Earrings, Gold Plated Very good condition. Not original earrings backs. 100% Genuine. A ver...
Gold Plate
Karl Lagerfeld 1980s Gold Plated Red Stone Dangle Earrings
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Step into the world of bold elegance with the Karl Lagerfeld 1980s Gold Plated Red Stone Dangle Earrings. These stunning yellow gold plated earrings are a true vintage masterpiece, f...
KARL LAGEFERLD Vintage Arret Lagerfeld 14 Blvd de la Madeleine Dangling Earrings
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Nice, FR
KARL LAGERFELD vintage gold tone and black enamel dangling earrings (clip-on) embossed on front side "14 ARRET LAGERFELD" and on reverse side "14 BLVD DE LA MADELEINE". Embossed KL ...
Gilt Metal
KARL LAGEFERLD Vintage Gold Tone Bag Novelty Dangling Earrings
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Nice, FR
KARL LAGERFELD vintage gold tone novelty dangling earrings (clip-on) featuring a bag with KL logo. Embossed KL on the reverse sides. Indicative measurements : height approx. 5.7 cm...
Gilt Metal
Karl Lagerfeld Vintage Iconic Fan Dangling Earrings
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Nice, FR
KARL LAGERFELD vintage iconic gold toned dangling earrings (clip-on) featuring a stylized fan design top embellished with black enamel and KL monogram, oval ring drop. Embossed KL. ...
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Dancing Couple Logo Cutout Dome Earrings
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Dancing Couple Logo Cutout Dome Earrings Measurements: Height: 2 1/8 inches (5.39 cm) Width: 1 1/8 inches (2.85 cm) Features: - 100% Authentic KARL LAGERFELD...
Karl Lagerfeld Ornate Earrings with Pearl
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Keep a piece of Karl Lagerfeld close to your heart by getting these fun and flirty costume collection earrings. It features a metal flag with intricate rope detailing and a dainty pe...
Pearl
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD KL Logo Vine Hoop Earrings
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD KL Logo Vine Hoop Earrings Measurements: Height: 2.87 inches (7.3 cm) Hoop Diameter: 1.77 inches (4.5 cm) Weight per Earring:...
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Flower Pot Shovel Gardening Novelty Earrings
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Flower Pot Shovel Gardening Novelty Earrings Measurements: Height: 3.07 inches (7.8 cm) Width: 0.70 inch (1.8 cm) Weight: 17 g...
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...
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Logo Black Resin Hanging Chain Earrings
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Logo Black Resin Hanging Chain Earrings Measurements: Height: 3.14 inches (8 cm) Width: 0.59 inch (1.5 cm) Weight per Earring: 13...
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Address 14 Blvd De La Madeleine Enamel Hoop Earrings
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Address 14 Blvd De La Madeleine Enamel Hoop Earrings Measurements: Height: 2.79 inches (7.1 cm) Width: 1.73 inch (4.4 cm) Weight per Earring: 26 grams Featur...
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Spelled Out Dangling Earrings
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Spelled Out Dangling Earrings Measurements: Height: 3.35 inches (8.5 cm) Width: 0.59 inch (1.5 cm) Weight per Earring: 21 grams Feat...
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD KL Logo Openwork Dangling Earrings
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD KL Logo Openwork Dangling Earrings Measurements: Height: 3.07 inches (7.8 cm) Diameter: 2 inches (5.1 cm) Weight per Earring: 15 grams Features: - 100% Authe...
Vintage Iconic KARL LAGERFELD KL Logo Fan Pearl Drop Brooch
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage Iconic KARL LAGERFELD KL Logo Fan Pearl Drop Brooch Measurements: Height: 3.07 inches (7.8 cm) Width: 1.89 inches (4.8 cm) Weight per Earrin...
Interchangeable Earrings in Sterling with Blue Topaz Baguettes
By Martha Seely
Located in Carlisle, MA
The Interchangeable Earring Ensembles are the foundation of the Lyra Collection. Lightweight and playful, this ensemble consists of the huggie ...
Topaz, Blue Topaz, Sterling Silver
$6,750 / set
W 0.25 in D 0.07 in L 2.5 in
RIMA JEWELS Seven Pointed Star Drop Earrings with Natural Yellow Diamonds
By RIMA JEWELS
Located in New York, NY
This 22k gold earring set features twenty two of RIMA’s signature seven pointed stars which have been set with full brilliant cut yellow-marigold diamonds (ranging in size from 1.65m...
Yellow Diamond, 22k Gold
Egyptian 18 Carat Yellow Gold Goddess Isis Wing Earrings
Located in London, GB
These wings are inspired by the Goddess Isis who was worshiped in Ancient Egypt for being the ideal mother and wife alongside being the patroness of natur...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald and 22 Karat Yellow Gold Earrings
By Pamela Farland
Located in New York, NY
Emerald has been a source of fascination and reverence in many cultures for over six thousand years, sold in the markets of Babylon as early as 4,000 B.C. They have soothed and exite...
Emerald, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pair of Art Deco Style White Gold Earrings with Diamonds and Turquoise
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
A Pair of Art Deco White Gold Earrings with Diamonds and Turquoise Stunning turquoise Art Deco Style drop earrings. Great for an evening ...
Diamond, Turquoise, White Gold
Crazy Lace Agate Earrings Labradorite Pink Tourmaline Blue Sapphire 22k 18k Fine
By Jennifer Kalled
Located in Wolfeboro, NH
Striking crazy lace agate earrings featuring labradorite, pink tourmaline, and blue sapphire set in luxurious 22k and 18k gold. Each pair showcases nature's artistry with bold patter...
14k Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Silver
RIMA Jewels 18K White Gold Diamond Star Drops
By RIMA JEWELS
Located in New York, NY
This 18k gold earring set features twenty two of RIMA’s signature seven pointed stars which have been set with full brilliant cut white diamonds (ranging in size from 1.65mm 1.3mm in...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Pair of 14k White Gold Diamond and Pearls Earrings
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
Pair of 14k White Gold Diamond and Pearls Earrings Amazing drop earrings set with diamonds and the drop is a lovely white pearl. Diamonds are 0.60 carat G VS1. Made in France in th...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
$7,150 / item
Ralph Masri Modernist Pink Sapphire Earrings
By Ralph Masri
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Striking 18kt rose gold earrings with pink sapphires from Ralph Masri's Modernist collection, inspired by mid-century Modernist architecture with an emphasis on minimalist shapes and...
Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Prehnite drops on 22 Karat gold hoops
By Pamela Farland
Located in New York, NY
rehnite drop earrings hang from elegant 22-karat gold hoops, finished with 18-karat posts and comfortable 14-karat jumbo backs. Prehnite, a calcium aluminosilicate formed in low-tem...
Other, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold, Sapphire and Diamonds Earrings
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
18 Karat Yellow Gold, Sapphire White Diamonds Earrings Stunning pair of earrings set with 2 rows of sapphire and one middle row of diamonds. Sapphire are total of 2 carat. Diamonds...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Dilys' 4.30ct 'Intense Bluish Violet' Tanzanite & Diamond Earrings
By Dilys'
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A pair of rare transparent 4.30ct Tanzanite cabochon drop earrings, certified by IGI to be 'Intense Bluish Violet'. Designed versatile to be worn in different ways, they are handcraf...
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold, White ...
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: - ...
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Greek Draped Curtain Dangling Earrings
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Greek Draped Curtain Dangling Earrings Measurements: Height: 2.67 inches (6.8 cm) Width: 1.53 inches (3.9 cm) Weight per Earring: 15 grams Features: - 100% A...
KARL LAGERFELD Gold Plated Ballerina Dress Earrings, 1980's
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Atlanta, GA
Fabulous Karl Lagerfeld gold plated earrings in the shape of ballerina tutus embellished with faux pearls and crystal rhinestones. Whimsy and glam in the same design! Outfitted wit...
Gold Plate
Vintage Massive KARL LAGERFELD Heart Padlock Key Dangling Earrings
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage Massive KARL LAGERFELD Heart Padlock Key Dangling Earrings Measurements: Height: 4.68 inches (11.9 cm) Width: 1.37 inches (3.5 cm) Weight per Earr...
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W 0.67 in L 2.17 in
Karl Lagerfeld Vintage Matte Bow Circle White Pearl Leaf Drop Gold Clip Earrings
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Wokingham, England
Karl Lagerfeld Vintage Matte Bow Fan Circle Round White Pearl Long Leaf Drop Clip Earrings, Gold Plated Very good condition. Light scratches or colour loss, barely noticeable. 100% ...
Gold Plate
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W 0.71 in L 1.42 in
Karl Lagerfeld Vintage Classic Padlock Circle Logo Modernist Pierced Earrings
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Wokingham, England
Karl Lagerfeld Vintage Unisex Classic Padlock Circle Logo Modernist Chunky Drop Pierced Earrings, Gold Plated Very good condition. Not original earrings backs. 100% Genuine. A ver...
Gold Plate
KARL LAGERFELD Vintage Iconic Profile Wax Seal Fan Dangle Earrings
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Nice, FR
KARL LAGERFELD vintage iconic gold tone dangling earrings (clip-on) featuring a fan top and a red resin wax-like seal embossed with a profile and KARL LAGERFELD PARIS. Embossed KL o...
Gilt Metal
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W 0.71 in L 1.42 in
Karl Lagerfeld Vintage Classic Padlock Circle Logo Modernist Pierced Earrings
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Wokingham, England
Karl Lagerfeld Vintage Classic Padlock Circle Logo Modernist Chunky Drop Pierced Earrings, Gold Plated Very good condition. Not original earrings backs. 100% Genuine. A very beaut...
Gold Plate
Vintage Karl Lagerfeld Pearl Arc de Triomphe Clip-on Earrings, 1980s
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in New York, NY
Karl Lagerfeld vintage faux baroque pearl clip-on earrings with Arc de Triomphe shaped accents. Period: 1980s Dimensions – 5 x 2 cm / 2 x 1” Sig...
Karl Lagerfeld 1980s Gold Tone Music Note Earrings
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Step into the world of harmonious glamour with the Karl Lagerfeld 1980s Gold Tone Music Note Earrings – incredible ...
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W 0.71 in L 1.42 in
Karl Lagerfeld Vintage Classic Padlock Circle Logo Modernist Pierced Earrings
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Wokingham, England
Karl Lagerfeld Vintage Classic Padlock Circle Logo Modernist Chunky Drop Pierced Earrings, Gold Plated Very good condition. Not original earrings backs. 1...
Gold Plate
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Logo Flaming Heart Motif Pearl Dangling Earrings
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Logo Flaming Heart Motif Pearl Dangling Earrings Measurements: Height: 1.50 inches (3.8 cm) Width: 0.59 inch (1.5 cm) Weight: 7 g...