Karl Lagerfeld’s 45 Most Iconic Chanel Runway Looks | Marie Claire

The 2023 Met Gala is almost upon us, and since this year’s festivities will honor the work of legendary designer and creative Karl Lagerfeld, we’re taking a look back at his most iconic Chanel runway looks—and there are almost too many to count. Since Lagerfeld became the fashion house’s creative director in 1983, the late, great creative managed to keep Coco Chanel’s spirit alive through the famous tweed skirt suits and classic double-C logo, while also injecting his own perspective into the brand.

Lagerfeld never did anything short of iconic: His runway sets, like his fashion designs, were instantly legendary, creating everything from a full Chanel supermarket to a rocket ship to an iceberg to set the stage for an unforgettable experience. As a tribute to one of the greatest fashion icons of all time, here are Lagerfeld’s best runway moments.