Chanel lagerfeld

In honor of the late fashion designer's legendary career, we take a look back at some of his best moments for Chanel.

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Read everything you need to know about Karl Lagerfeld before the upcoming Met Gala honoring his name and designs which will be held on May 1st

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Chanel Fashion House, Paris, 1938

CHANEL Runway Show SS 1991

Beauty And Fashion

After becoming the creative director of Chanel in 1983, Karl Lagerfeld quickly set about revolutionizing the fashion scene of the 1980s. A deliberately realistic elegance and a perfect evolution of the style already defined by Coco Chanel went hand-in-hand with the clothing. Every piece created by Lagerfeld at this time masterfully captured the energy of the decade. Take a look back at some of his most memorable pieces from the 1980s in these vintage photographs.